Open Doors Podcast

Ever wondered how a Christian in Uzbekistan might experience persecution for their faith? Join Nathan and Anna as we explore this landlocked country in Central Asia where only 1% of the population knows and follows Jesus. Hear what "squeeze" persecution looks like in practice for believers in Uzbekistan, including how many people are involved in surveilling every pastor in one region (hint: it's more than you think!).

Join Joyce and Steve in this episode, as we unpack Christian persecution in Sudan, a country navigating new waves of conflict and political unrest. Discover how believers are responding with resilience and faith, providing hope and discipleship in the fourth hardest country in the world to be a Christian.

Ever wondered what it's like to be a Christian in the most dangerous place in the world? Welcome to North Korea. If you're a Christian in North Korea, your faith could cost you everything; your family, your freedom, and even your life are all at risk once you decide to follow Jesus. Join Anna and Gabe as we discover the people that know and share Jesus in a place that wants nothing more than to stamp them out...forever.

Ever wondered how a Christian in Somalia might experience persecution for their faith? Join Nathan and Ryan as we discuss what faith looks like in a country where Islam is the only official religion and extremists are bent on enforcing Sharia (Islamic) law. Hear about the extremes believers must go to when their own family discover their conversion to Christ.

Nigeria is the most violent country in the world to follow Jesus. On this week's episode, hear directly from the Open Doors' Regional Communications Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa, Anna, as she speaks to the complexities Nigerian Christians face, what drives the severe persecution, and courageous stories from our brothers and sisters.

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 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 wonder how a Christian in Myanmar might experience persecution for their faith? The people of Myanmar have been suffering through devastating civil conflict and natural disasters, but one trend that has emerged is how Christians have been disproportionately targeted and persecution. Having visited Myanmar, Adam recounts the strength and endurance of the Christian community that has experienced immense suffering, reminding us of the need to speak out for those voices yet to be heard.

Ever wondered how a Christian in China might experience persecution for their faith? Join Nathan and Gabriel as we scratch the surface of the pressures Christians in China face. The minority Christian group in China is roughly four times the population of Australia, with a wide variety of experience. But the voice of our persecuted brothers and sisters is a voice needing to be heard, as they face heavy restrictions, surveillance, intense pressure, and imprisonments.

Join us this week for special guest, Bishop Daniel, from Iraq. Bishop Daniel gives us eye witness accounts of what life is like for Iraqi Christians, the specific challenges they face, and why he still chooses to call Iraq home despite the persecution he and his people endure.

Join Joyce and Joel this week as they talk about what life is like for Christians and other religious minorities living in Algeria, a country that is 99% Muslim.