Open Doors Podcast

Christians in Pakistan make up just 1.8% of the population but face systemic persecution under blasphemy laws, daily discrimination, mob violence, and forced conversions. Join Joyce and Adam, CEO of Open Doors Australia and New Zealand, as they discuss persecution in Pakistan and revisit Brother Haroon's incredible story of perseverance and faith.   Want to hear more about Brother Haroon? Check out our podcast episode 'Persecution in Pakistan' from 22 October 2024.

Have you ever wondered what life is like for believers in the Middle East?   In this special episode, you’ll hear from Leila*, an Open Doors' contact who shares her eye-witness account of Christian persecution in the Middle East: heartbreaking stories of Syrian believers, Christian women fleeing household persecution in Iran, and defiant evangelism in the underground Church of Yemen. You do not want to miss this edition of The Whole Story!

Ever wondered how a Christian in Afghanistan might experience persecution for their faith? Join Joyce and Sarah as we explore the hidden Church in Afghanistan: where believers meet in secret, memorise Scripture, and risk their lives for their faith. Discover the courage of women who shine the light of Christ, even in the darkest places.

Ever wondered how a Christian in India might experience persecution for their faith? Join Nathan and Gabe as we scratch the surface of the vast experience of Christians in India. With ancient ties to the Apostle Thomas, regions of India have a rich history of faith in Jesus. But today, 12 out of the 28 states have passed anti-conversion laws, and churches experiencing extreme forms of persecution is tragically common, with many believers incarcerated for their faith. Having recently connected with believers in India working to strengthen the Church, Gabe draws us close through their stories of faith, reminding us of God's abiding presence.

Ever wondered how a Christian in Saudi Arabia might experience persecution for their faith? Join Nathan and Anna as we explore the pressure and persecution believers in Saudi Arabia live with. The majority of the Christians in Saudi Arabia are foreign workers who face many abuses of their human rights and religious expression. Being the birthplace of Islam, evangelising to local Saudi people is forbidden, and local converts can pay an extreme price, especially the women.