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.
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Episode 16 | World Watch List: India
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.
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Episode 15 | World Watch List: Saudi Arabia
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.
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Episode 14 | World Watch List: Myanmar
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.
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Episode 13 | World Watch List: Mali
Come with us to Mali, home of the legendary city of Timbuktu with a legacy of trade and learning. But how do Christians hold fast to Christ when the local church gathers is in secret caves, away from prying eyes? Join Steve and Joyce as they explore how churches continue to quietly grow in Mali.
On The Whole Story, we go beneath the surface. We delve beyond the headlines, breaking through the noise to bring our listeners the truth - a raw, honest, and gripping insight into discipleship in the most dangerous places in the world to follow Jesus. Our mission is to bring forth the most thought-provoking voices from the global church, sharing secrets from corners of the world our listeners have only ever heard about.
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