Faith
Iran Detains Christians for Faithful Witness
Faith Facts
- Iran’s regime arrested 53 Christians, accusing them of espionage and anti-security activities after confiscating Bibles and Christian materials.
- State television aired forced confessions and linked Evangelical Christians to foreign intelligence, further targeting the faithful community.
- Most Iranian Christians, primarily converts, face persecution and lack legal places to worship or gather safely.
Recent mass arrests in Iran show the price believers pay for standing firm in their faith under regimes hostile to Christianity. The government continues treating Christian worship, prayer, and gatherings as criminal, targeting religions that threaten oppressive ideologies.
State media broadcasts forced confessions and confiscated Bibles, seeking to shame and silence Christians in a campaign equating faith with disloyalty.
“The clear suggestion being made here is that all Evangelical Christians are associates of Mossad,” said Mansour Borji, director of Article18.
Human rights lawyers and international observers say these Christians likely face unfair trials, denied legal counsel, and suffer persecution for ordinary acts of worship.
In Iran, Armenian and Assyrian Christians may worship but cannot include converts or use Persian, isolating new believers and pushing gatherings underground or abroad.
Many arrested Christians had attended worship events in neighboring countries, as options at home are unsafe or unavailable.
“All those arrested on charges of security, political, ideological or ‘espionage’ offences are denied a fair trial, subjected to severe torture and do not even have access to an independent lawyer,” stated Hossein Ahmadiniaz, a human rights attorney.
Despite pressure and injustice, Iran’s Christians remain steadfast, highlighting the power of faith to withstand tyranny. Their sacrifice is a call for believers everywhere to support religious liberty and defend the right to worship.
Pray for our brothers and sisters who suffer for their faith, and urge leaders to champion religious freedom as a God-given right.
Faith Facts
- The BEST Center in Cambodia celebrated 15 years of using the Bible to teach English, with many students becoming followers of Christ.
- Leaders in Colombia reported nearly 900 baptisms and ran a youth camp to encourage discipleship and leadership among young believers.
- A new Bible institute in Malawi opened after years of prayer, aiming to train ministers for service and outreach.
From Cambodia to New Zealand, God’s Word is being shared as ministries and churches equip believers and serve their communities. Each story shows the strength and unity found in faith, as families are transformed and leaders step forward to guide others in righteousness.
Efforts such as evangelism campaigns in Romania and youth leadership training in Colombia highlight how the global Church nurtures spiritual growth and discipleship, motivating believers to stay true to biblical values.
“I love the spirit of cooperation among these Transylvanian churches,” Marty Knight said, speaking of teamwork among Romanian congregations.
These international testimonies remind us that the gospel is alive, reaching hearts and changing lives as people respond in faith and service. Let us give thanks for the faithful believers spreading hope around the world.
Stay prayerful and bold in supporting Christians as they proclaim truth, defend families, and promote liberty through biblical foundations.
Faith Facts
- Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen is facing renewed legal action for expressing biblical beliefs on marriage and sexuality in a 2019 tweet.
- Despite being acquitted twice, the state prosecutor is appealing again, taking the case to Finland’s Supreme Court.
- This case highlights concerns over religious freedom and the right to express faith-based views in public discourse.
Päivi Räsänen, a Christian parliamentarian and former minister in Finland, is facing her third trial for referencing biblical teaching in a tweet questioning her church’s sponsorship of an LGBT pride event. The Finnish prosecutor has appealed her two previous acquittals, and Finland’s Supreme Court will consider her case later this year.
The tweet included a Bible verse from Romans 1, which describes same-sex relationships as sinful according to Scripture. Räsänen’s public statements and a church pamphlet from 2004, co-published with Bishop Juhana Pohjola, are central to the charges of “agitation against a minority group.”
Räsänen’s defense maintains that quoting the Bible and sharing Christian doctrine should never be criminalized.
“It isn’t a crime to tweet a Bible verse, or to engage in public discourse from a Christian perspective.”
Throughout this legal journey, both Räsänen and Pohjola have been acquitted twice, yet the prosecution continues its pursuit despite strong support for biblical freedom from many Christians worldwide.
Paul Coleman, a leader in Räsänen’s defense team, emphasized the broader fight for liberty:
“In a free and democratic society, all should be allowed to share their beliefs without fear of punishment.”
This case is a crucial moment for the protection of religious liberty and free speech, standing as a reminder of the importance of defending biblical truth and Christian conviction in the public square. Stay vigilant and pray for those standing for faith and freedom in the face of adversity.
Faith Facts
- President Donald Trump led his seventh cabinet meeting during his second term, focusing on national priorities from the White House.
- New executive orders addressed immigration fraud and took steps to uphold traditional values against radical ideology.
- The administration’s actions aimed to protect American families and reinforce the importance of secure borders and moral clarity.
President Trump’s leadership this week was marked by a clear stance for law, patriotism, and Biblical truth in governance. His administration continues to defend the principles that uphold faith, family, and freedom in America.
Let us remain prayerful and vigilant as our leaders act to safeguard Christian values and strengthen our nation’s foundation.
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