About this episode

The episode discusses the rise in Christian persecution in Nigeria and Iran, exploring the spiritual implications behind the violence and imprisonment of believers.

Is there something deeper behind the global rise in Christian persecution? In this powerful conversation, Billy Hallowell and Joel Veldkamp unpack the shocking reality unfolding in places like Nigeria and Iran, where violence, imprisonment, and fear are becoming the norm for believers. From deadly Easter attacks in Nigeria to Christians jailed under Iran’s regime, the stories are heartbreaking and deeply spiritual. Is this simply a geopolitical conflict, or is something more sinister at play? As the Bible warns in Book of Revelation and Ephesians, the battle isn’t just physical; it’s spiritual. And many believe the rise in persecution points to a growing presence of evil operating behind the scenes. - More Christians are being killed in Nigeria than anywhere else in the world - Converts in Iran face prison, torture, and even death - Experts warn: the forces driving this may be more than political This is a sobering, eye-opening look at evil, persecution, and the unseen battle unfolding across the globe and why it matters now more than ever. SPONSOR: Want to help the persecuted church across the globe? Christian Solidarity International is doing absolutely incredible work. Check…

People in this episode

Host: Billy Hallowell

Guest: Joel Veldkamp

Topics covered

• Christian persecution
• spiritual warfare
• global violence
• religious freedom
• evil presence
• geopolitical conflict

Keywords

• Christian persecution
• Nigeria crisis
• Iran crisis
• spiritual warfare
• religious freedom
• evil
• global persecution
• faith under fire

Sponsors

Christian Solidarity International

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Book of Revelation, Ephesians

Places: Nigeria, Iran

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