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Christian Persecution rising in Islamic Nations
JAKARTA/ABUJA/BUDAPEST (Worthy News)– North Korea leads a list of nations where “Christians face the most severe persecution”, but “Muslim-majority” countries represent nine of the top 10 amid spreading Islamic extremism around the world, a major Christian watchdog said in comments obtained by Worthy News.h113(); The group, Open Doors, said its annual World Watch List (WWL) placed the Communist-run nation at the top spot for the “10th time” as North Korea built a “bizarre quasi-religion” around the country’s founder Kim Il-Sung. Anyone with “another god” is automatically persecuted, Open Doors said. Up to 400,000 Christians are believed to worship underground, while up to 70,000 Christians are held in “ghastly prison camps”, according to rights investigators. From: http://www.worthynews.com/11152-persecution-christians-seen-rising-in-islamic-nations h102(); … Read entire article »
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Christians in Syria fearing for their future
Open Doors International officials say that while much of the world’s attention is focused on the Egyptian elections and American troops withdrawing from Iraq, the situation inside Syria is getting worse, especially for Christians.h113(); “Christians inside Syria are caught in the crossfire as they are in many other Middle Eastern countries,” said Open Doors president and CEO Dr. Carl Moeller. “Until the protests started against the regime of President Bashar al-Assad, the Christian community enjoyed some protection. Now they are afraid of the future. Will they have to flee their country like Iraqi Christians have done over the last several years?” Read Full Post Here: http://www.christianpost.com/news/syria-christians-targeted-fear-the-future-64361/ … Read entire article »
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Militants in India look to behead Christians
In the Middle East, hostility towards Christianity is no new trend–however, it is not too often when that hostility comes from Hindus. Needless to say, several Christian evangelists are on the hot seat of being beheading because they were promoting another religion outside of Hinduism. Overall, the world needs Jesus and I hope that these men and women remain strong in their joy in Christ. –Brian Carroll (Christ Mesh) NEW DELHI, INDIA (Worthy News)– The leader … Read entire article »
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Teenager killed in Egypt for wearing Cross necklace
In the states we are so accustomed to wearing our Christian paraphernalia that we tend to see it more a part of our wardrobe rather than making a bold statement about who we are. However, if we are living in the Middle East or parts of Africa, that statement could cost us our lives. In this case, I am pretty sure this young man was not wearing his necklace for a fashion statement, but rather … Read entire article »
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Iranian Pastor pressured to recant faith
In the latest development with Iranian pastor Yusef Nadarkhani, officials are once again trying to get him to recant his faith. This seems like a frivolous task because the pastor seems to understand what it means to live by Paul’s words to the Philippians: “To Live is Christ, and to die is gain.” Prayers for the pastor as he continues to face persecution and that he remains strong in the faith. –Brian Carroll (Christ Mesh) TEHRAN, … Read entire article »
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Christian News: Muslim Convert To Christianity Missing After Arrest
ROBAT-KARIM, IRAN (Worthy News)– A believer of Muslim Background, Fariborz Arazm, has gone missing since his arrest last week by plain clothes security officers. According to Mohabat News, on October 17, 2011, a group of four officers engaged in a commando-style raid on the house of Mr. Arazm, arresting him, then transferring him to an unknown location. The raid took place around 7:30 in the morning local time, just before he left for work. Full Post Here: http://www.worthynews.com/11048-muslim-convert-to-christianity-missing-after-arrest … Read entire article »
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Hostility arises in Nigeria towards Christians
The hostility from Muslim forces towards Christians in Nigeria continue to build up after the latest incident where 150 Christians are killed. The root of the attack was the assumption of “Western Education” taking place. Here in the states, it is difficult for us to fathom what persecution looks like, but we should never cease praying for our brothers and sisters in these hostile nations. ABUJA, NIGERIA (Worthy News)– Islamic militants shouting “Allahu Akbar”, or ‘Allah … Read entire article »
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China: Pastor happy not to be released early
Pastor Zhang Rongliany recently finished up his time in jail, but was almost let out prior to his seven year term. During his time in jail, Zhang was able to plant a church within the prison walls and further proclaim the Gospel. He was thankful to have stayed because the church more than likely would not have been there. Praise God! –Brian Carroll (Christ Mesh) Chinese Pastor Zhang Rongliang, also known as Uncle Z, reports that … Read entire article »
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Christians in Burma need permission to read Bible
The latest move by officials in Burma requires Christians in the Phakant Township, Kachin State to submit a written request at least 15 days in advance to read the Bible, conduct a Bible study, host Sunday school and other prayer-related activities, according to Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW). The requests, mandated by the General Township Administration Department, also must be accompanied by recommendations from other departments. “For many years, successive Burmese regimes have suppressed freedom of religion and imposed serious … Read entire article »
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Christian convert missing in Iran after arrest
This is one of the many issues when a government is ruled by a religion is that a convert to any other faith is under capital offense. In the case of Fariborz Arazm, it does not seem to be any accident that he disappeared after his conversion. Be in prayer for out Christian brother that he maintain strong in his faith despite the heavy persecution. –Brian Carroll (Christ Mesh) ROBAT-KARIM, IRAN (Worthy News)– A believer of … Read entire article »
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Facing Trouble God’s Way
When trouble comes your way, how do you respond. Oftentimes we usually see a person’s true self when sad or disappointing news comes there way. When hard times come, it is not bad to be upset, but it is important that even in the midst of bad news, God’s loving arms has not abandoned us. He is the one to get us through our trials and hardships. This is a good blog that unveils more … Read entire article »
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Burmese Military Unit Arrests Pastor
RANGOON, BURMA (Worthy News)– A government military unit assigned to clear a road assaulted and then arrested five men including a pastor of the Catholic Association. Pastor Jan Ma Aung Li and the others were from Nam San Yang village in the Bhamo District of Kachin State, located about 15 miles from Laiza, the home of the Kachin Independence Organization headquarters. Because Li’s village was close to enemy headquarters, the government soldiers accused them of being … Read entire article »
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Tim Tebow credits Jesus for victory over Miami Dolphins
In an unconventional win, Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow sends praise right to Jesus after leading his team to victory in overtime. Tebow has been known for his strong stance for the Gospel when he was playing at Florida and it is encouraging to see that he has not been changed since being in the NFL limelight. Tebow should be an encouragement to all believers of the need to be bold for our faith because we never know how … Read entire article »
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Christian dies in Nigeria by Muslim hands
MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (Worthy News)– Already shell-shocked by attacks from Boko Haram, a hard-line Muslim group that seeks to impose Shariah (Muslim) law in the northern states of Nigeria, Christians again had to take cover after the August 27 shooting of Mark Ojunta, a 36-year-old evangelist from southern Nigeria ministering to the Kotoko people in one of Nigeria’s northeastern states. This murder comes less that three months after Boko Haram killed a Maiduguri pastor, the same … Read entire article »
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Church raided in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan is enforcing laws before they have come into force, Forum 18 News Service has found. In Atyrau, police and KNB secret police officers raided a meeting for worship of an officially registered Protestant church, New Life, claiming that under the new Religion Law the church cannot meet outside its legal address. The church had been forced to meet away from its legal address because of pressure from the the KNB. During the raid, a … Read entire article »
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South Asia: Christian teacher sent to jail for blaspheming Islam
In the states, we are quite used to explaining concerns and problems with Islam and the issues within the religion. Whether we are ignorant or apathetic, debating the Muslim faith is not an option in the Middle East. Christians everyday face the consequence of being imprisoned for blaspheming Muhammad as is this case with this story. Be praying for the boldness of our brothers and sisters in these countries. –Brian Carroll (Christ Mesh Mehram Wahocho was also … Read entire article »
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Iranian Government not relenting in case of Pastor
In recent developments, it seems that the Iranian government will not be relenting in their charges against Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani. This news would have much implications as far as the dangers of being a Christian in Iran are concerned–welcome to Christianity. We need to be in prayer for Youcef that during this time he remain strong in the faith. We also need to be praying for ourselves and America that we could also be able … Read entire article »
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Muslims shut down church in Indonesia
Indonesia is one of the most hostile nations for Christians to live in. In the most recent events, Muslims in Jatinagor have closed down a protestant church due to it being a place for newly baptised believers. Christians are not receiving much lax as far as persecution goes in these countries and it is important that we are in prayer for them. JATINANGOR, INDONESIA (Worthy News)– Muslims of the Islamic Defender Front aided by local officials … Read entire article »
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Afghanistan is Churchless
It has officially been declared by the US State Department that there are not any churches left in Afghanistan. This is a sad notion and apparently the government is not giving Christians in the country much room to state their beliefs. Be in prayer for the Christians within the country that they find community with one another and above all that Christ still be praised even in the midst of hardship. -Brian Carroll (Christ Mesh) KABUL, … Read entire article »
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Youcef Nadarkhani’s execution case still being evalutated
Brian Carroll: This story has surfaced on the international news landscape for a little over a few weeks now and it is incredibly encouraging to see pastor Youcef still clinging on to Christ. The whole world is getting the chance to see how the name of Christ truly does change! This man truly understands Paul’s words to the Philippians in “To live is Christ, to die is gain.” We should be in continual prayer for … Read entire article »
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Iran Pastor Refuses To ‘Abandon’ Christ
TEHRAN, IRAN (Worthy News)– Iranian Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani learns early next week whether he will be executed for refusing to recant his faith in Jesus Christ and return to Islam, as the court needs more time to consult with the country’s leadership, trial observers told Worthy News Thursday, October 6. “We have been informed that the verdict is to be delivered on Monday, October 10,” said Jason DeMars, director of advocacy group Present Truth Ministries (PTM), which assists the pastor. Full Post Here: http://www.worthynews.com/11009-iran-pastors-execution-verdict … Read entire article »
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Iranian Pastor, Lawyer Optimistic of Acquittal
The attorney for an Iranian Christian pastor who is facing the death penalty for the crime of apostasy said he is optimistic his client will be acquitted and freed. Youcef Naderkhani has refused to renounce his Christian faith in a case that has sparked global fury against Iran and appeals for clemency. According to a report in BBC, Naderkhani’s lawyer, Mohammad Ali Dadkhah, said there was a 95 percent chance he will be freed. U.S. House Speaker John … Read entire article »
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Iraq Christians Captured Admist Security Unstability
BAGHDAD, IRAQ (Worthy News)– Security forces on Wednesday, September 28, still searched for three Iraqi Christians, a week after they were reportedly kidnapped by suspected militants in Iraq’s northern city of Kirkuk. “Gunmen in a modern vehicle blocked the Christians way, set their white Landrover [car] on fire, killed their hunting dogs and led them to an unknown destination,” Iraq’s Alsumaria television quoted a police source as saying. The attack reportedly happened last Wednesday night September 21 … Read entire article »
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Iranian Judge tells pastor to recant or face death
TEHRAN, IRAN (Worthy News)– An Iranian court has asked the pastor of one of Iran’s largest house church movements to abandon his faith in Christ and return to Islam if he wants to avoid execution, a church official told Worthy News Sunday, September 25. On “the first day” of his trial pastor Youcef Nadarkhani, whose first name is also spelled as Yousef, was “asked by the judge…to recant his faith in order to avoid execution,” said … Read entire article »
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100 plus Christians killed in Nigeria
JOS, NIGERIA (ANS) — A rash of attacks by armed Muslim extremists on villages in Nigeria’s Plateau state in the past month have left more than 100 Christians dead, including the elimination of entire families, sources said. According to Compass Direct News (CDN), in a guerilla-type “hit and run” attack on the Christian community of Vwang Kogot, Muslim attackers at about 8 p.m. on Sept. 9 killed 14 Christians, including a pregnant woman. CDN says survivors of … Read entire article »
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Kazakhstan Christians under scrutiny
Brian Carroll: Kazakhstan is currently experiencing law changes in the government that could make it harder to enter the country as a Christian. This repressive law change will have a strong impact on evangelicalism; Christianity is beginning to be seen as something that disturbs the “public peace.” Be in prayer for our brothers and sisters facing these trials. BUDAPEST/ASTANA (Worthy News)– Lawmakers in Kazakhstan have voted for controversial legislation that Christians and rights activists say will … Read entire article »
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Christian died in Pakistan Prison, authorities refused to help
Aslam Masih died reportedly of the dengue virus, an infectious tropical disease. Jonathan Racho, the Regional Manager for South Asia at the International Christian Concern (ICC), an advocacy group, told The Christian Post that a local human rights organization had appealed to the prison authorities to provide Masih with proper medical treatment, but the authorities refused, quoting security reasons. “We’ve received the information last week, but we needed to confirm it with our local contact,” Racho told … Read entire article »
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Cruxifiction threats in Mexico causes Christians to leave
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (Worthy News)– At least 70 evangelical Christians in Mexico’s east-central region were homeless Saturday, September 17, after being expelled by local authorities from their village where traditional Catholics reportedly threatened to “crucify or lynch” them. The government of Puebla state “bowed” to pressure from the traditional Catholics in San Rafael Tlanalapan village, some 96 kilometers (60 miles) from the capital Mexico City, reported Mexico’s leading La Jornada de Oriente newspaper. Read Full Article Here: http://www.christianpersecution.info/index.php?view=10963 … Read entire article »
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Christianity in Africa in 2011
The role of Africa in Christianity has been central at key points in its development, in the New Testament, the Old Testament and the founding of the early church. In recent decades, Africa’s relation to the Christian faith has been troubling and uplifting at the same time. Africa is a country deeply rooted in Christianity. Egypt was a core place in the Old Testament where seminal biblical stories occurred. Joseph was enslaved there, Moses was born and raised in Pharaoh’s house. Moses brought the Hebrew slaves into freedom. Abraham was in Egypt and Canaan for a while as well. There are many, many stories rooted in Africa on Christianity. Joseph married an Egyptian woman, Asenath, who was descended from Mizraim, which made her Hamitic. Thus there is a strong possibility that Asenath was … Read entire article »
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Persecution News: Christian killed in Philippines
A Christian man, Clarito dela Cruz, was recently murdered by Muslims in the region of Mindanao in the Philippines. On July 26, a Muslim couple pretending to be husband and wife hired Clarito to drive them to a remote village near the town of Linamon. Read Full Article Here: http://www.christiansincrisis.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6617&Itemid=37 … Read entire article »
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Persecuted house church refuses to recant
How often do we consider or pray for our Christian brothers and sisters overseas who encounter persecution on a larger scale. Currently in China, the growing movement of house churches are under severe persecution and heavy guard by the government. Despite the close watch, Christians are still refusing to recant their beliefs and persevere through their trials. In the states, we should be encouraged by our brothers who face persecution that most of us won’t … Read entire article »
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Young man flees family, faces death threats
ChristMesh: In the states, Christians are allowed to worship freely without the expense of feeling heavy persecution. However, for our Christians brothers in heavily Muslim populated areas, such luxuries are not afforded. In one man’s journey, he flees from his family in order to live out the faith he has been called out to live by God. —————————————- Young man flees family death threats on Muslim isle; another chooses jail over violent mob. NAIROBI, Kenya, September 5 (CDN) … Read entire article »
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Iranian pastor freed from prison to face trial
TEHRAN, IRAN (Worthy News)– Arrested on charges of blasphemy against Islam, Pastor Matthias Haghnejad is now free on bail, according to ASSIST News Service. Haghnejad’s bail was set at $30,000. “A family member pledged their property so that he could get out of prison,” said Jason DeMars of Present Truth Ministries. “Thank you for praying for him and for all who helped make this known throughout the world. God worked through your prayers and made a way for … Read entire article »
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Iran Pastor On Death Row Urges Faith In Christ
TEHRAN, IRAN (Worthy News)– An evangelical pastor who faces execution in Iran for refusing to abandon his Christian faith has urged fellow believers to remain faithful to Jesus Christ and the Word of God despite persecution, according to a letter obtained by Worthy News. Youcef Nadarkhani, 33, whose first name is also spelled as Yousef, was told last month by Irans Supreme Court that he can be executed if he does not recant his Christian faith and returns to Islam. But in a letter written behind bars earlier this year, Nadarkhani makes clear the Bible tells Christians to expect persecution and that he remains hopeful whatever the outcome of his trial in this strict Islamic nation. The Word of God tells us to expect to suffer hardship and dishonor for the sake of … Read entire article »
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