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REMEMBERING MARTYRS: In February of 2015, twenty-one men were killed by ISIS on a beach in Libya. They could have saved their lives by accepting Islam, but, knowing what awaited them, they chose Christ. Christians around the world continue to draw inspiration from their faith.

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A respected imam in Bangladesh, Abdul began having visions of Jesus. When he met a pastor and received a New Testament, he gave his life to Christ. As a result, he was rejected by his wife, son, and brothers. He was then beaten to the point of hospitalization. Pray for Abdul.

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Christian converts from Islam risk their lives to receive baptism. They are determined to identify with their Savior regardless of the cost.

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On this day in 1972, Watchman Nee died in prison. God used Nee's work in China to create a system of underground churches that has survived and grown over the past 50 years. Many have come to know Christ through his ministry. Pray for the underground church in China.

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Rami, a Christian who ran the only Christian bookstore in Gaza, was brutally murdered. His wife, Pauline, was four months pregnant with their third child. Now, she ministers to other widows. Pray for Pauline.

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On this day in 1972, Watchman Nee died in prison. God used Nee's work in China to create a system of underground churches that has survived and grown over the past 50 years. Many have come to know Christ through his ministry. Pray for the underground church in China.

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Christians in North Korea are routinely sent to concentration camps, where they are starved, overworked and tortured. Christian and secular analysts estimate about 30,000 Christians are currently suffering in various camps throughout North Korea. Pray for these brothers & sisters

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REMEMBERING MARTYRS: In February of 2015, twenty-one men were killed by ISIS on a beach in Libya. They could have saved their lives by accepting Islam, but, knowing what awaited them, they chose Christ. Christians around the world continue to draw inspiration from their faith.

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Front-line workers report an increase in Iranian Muslims turning to Christ amid growing government opposition to the Christian faith. Many are learning about Christ through satellite television broadcasts. Pray for the truth of the gospel to spread in Iran.

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Propaganda against Christianity and the Bible is so effective in North Korea that even saying the word "Bible" elicits fear. Eun-Ji accepted Christ and became a Bible smuggler. Pray for North Korean believers who risk their lives to bring God's Word to North Korea.

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Remembering Martyrs: On this day in 1536, William Tyndale was burned at the stake for translating the Bible into English. His last words were "Lord, open the king of England's eyes."

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REMEMBERING MARTYRS: On this day in 1555, 19-year-old William Hunter was burned as a heretic. His offense? Refusing the mass as directed by Queen Mary and instead reading the Bible for himself. He died with Psalm 51 on his lips and told his brother, "I am not afraid."

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Moses Joseph grew up in southern Kaduna state, Nigeria. In April 2022, Islamist Fulani herdsman attacked his community. 3 days later, his father was found murdered in the field he farmed. Moses said, “Persecution ... will not stop me from telling anyone about Christ.”

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Anna Wang was one of around three hundred Christians killed on June 11, 1900, during the Boxer Rebellion. She refused to disavow Christ, resulting in her brutal death.

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Yemen is a country where following Christ comes with great cost. Christian converts face harassment, the possibility of losing jobs and family relationships, and potentially death. This month’s magazine tells the stories of these Christians who need our prayers and support.

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MARTYR ANNIVERSARY: On this day in 1956, five missionaries, Jim Elliot, Pete Fleming, Ed McCully, Nate Saint and Roger Youderian were killed by the Waodani tribe in Ecuador. Now this tribe has a Bible in their own language and many that committed the murders became believers.

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At age 75, Pao continues to proclaim the gospel fearlessly. He says, “I realize I have become old. I am unclear to talk, but in my heart, I am still eager to share Christ with other people.” Pao asks for prayer as he continues to tell others about the truth of Christ.

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MARTYR ANNIVERSARY: On this day in 1956, five missionaries, Jim Elliot, Pete Fleming, Ed McCully, Nate Saint and Roger Youderian were killed by the Waodani tribe in Ecuador. Now this tribe has a Bible in their own language and many that committed the murders became believers.

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On this day in 2020, Kande was killed by an angry mob of men in his small village in India’s Jharkhand state. He and his wife were the only Christians in their community. Pray for his family today.

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This young pastor goes from house to house and farm to farm sharing the gospel with ethnic Somalis in Kenya. While some respond with interest, others become hostile; Somalis who leave Islam to follow Christ often face severe persecution from family and community members.

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Pastor Rajiv spent several weeks in jail because of his ministry work. His son brought him a New Testament. Other prisoners became curious about what Rajiv was reading, so his son brought 60 more New Testaments. Rajiv started a fellowship among the prisoners sharing the gospel.

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After Gao and her family became believers, they began attending an illegal house church in China. Bibles were scarce, so Gao began hand-copying the chapters. Gao, now in her 80s, continues hand-copying passages of Scripture.

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Pastor Anooshavan Avedian is serving a 10-year prison sentence at Iran’s notorious Evin Prison. The Iranian government is among the most oppressive in the world. Pray for Pastor Avedian and others like him who are imprisoned in Iran for their faith.

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Remembering Martyrs: On this day in 1536, William Tyndale was burned at the stake for translating the Bible into English. Today we celebrate his life and the impact he made on Bible translation and access to Scripture.

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REMEMBERING MARTYRS: In February of 2015, twenty-one men were killed by ISIS on a beach in Libya. They could have saved their lives by accepting Islam, but, knowing what awaited them, they chose Christ. Christians around the world continue to draw inspiration from their faith.

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Hebrews 13:3 implores us to remember Christians imprisoned for Christ’s sake as though we were in prison with them.

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On this day in 2018, three churches in Indonesia were attacked. There were 28 fatalities and 50 injured, making it the deadliest attack the country has had in a decade. Remember the members at these three churches, our brothers and sisters who survived this traumatic event.

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On this day in 2016, Pastor Han was martyred by North Korean assassins. He was a pastor in China who ministered to North Koreans crossing the border.

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MARTYR ANNIVERSARY: On this day in 1536, William Tyndale was burned at the stake for translating the bible into the English language. His last words: "Lord, open the King of England's eyes.”

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On this day in 1415, theologian and reformer Jan Hus was martyred. Before sentencing him, his accusers said, "We take from you the cup of redemption." Hus replied, "I trust in the Lord God almighty ... that He will not take away from me the cup of His redemption."

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On this day in 1415, theologian and reformer Jan Hus was martyred. Before sentencing him, his accusers said, "We take from you the cup of redemption." Hus replied, "I trust in the Lord God almighty ... that He will not take away from me the cup of His redemption."

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You can’t kill a Christian. You can only change his address. -Pastor Duke Downs

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MARTYR ANNIVERSARY: On this day in 1956, missionaries Jim Elliot, Pete Fleming, Ed McCully, Nate Saint and Roger Youderian were violently killed by the Waodani tribe in Ecuador.

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Many martyrs' names will never be heard by their brothers and sisters around the world. On this day in 2006, an angry mob of Muslims in Nigeria beat an unnamed Christian woman to death. She had been evangelizing, and she showed great courage in sharing the love of Christ.

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Kidnapped from his home in Britain and taken to Ireland, St. Patrick eventually escaped and returned to his family. Years later, God called him back to Ireland, where he shared his faith till his death, thought to be on March 17, A.D. 461.

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Abdel’s Muslim neighbors demolished part of his home after learning about his decision to follow Christ. Although Tunisia has a rich Christian history, Christian converts from Islam are still persecuted. He requests prayer for his neighbors to repent and come to faith in Christ.

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These Christians are praying during a celebration at which more than 100 new believers received baptism. "In the middle of threats, the church in Cuba continues," said a front-line worker who ministers in the country.

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REMEMBERING MARTYRS: According to church history, Paul was beheaded on June 29th in Rome. Paul’s intensity and zeal made significant contributions to Christendom. The one who once persecuted Jesus Christ became the one who spent the rest of his days promoting Christ.

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Please pray for Christians in Israel, including Gaza and the West Bank. We’ve received prayer requests from our brothers and sisters affected by the war in areas controlled by both sides.

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Three armed men attacked the Joy of Christ Church near Mombasa, Kenya, on Sunday, March 23, 2014, killing Pastor Philip Msasa and five others. Pray for their families and Joy of Christ Church today.

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After Bible school, David and Esther planted a church in a remote Burkina Faso village with a reputation for Islamic violence. Threats of kidnapping and violence forced the couple to move to another village, then another. They continue to share God’s love. Pray for them.

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On this day in 2001, Richard Wurmbrand left his earthly body and went to be with the Lord. Richard's life was an example of faithfulness. After enduring persecution and being imprisoned for his faith, Richard, along with his wife Sabina, founded The Voice of the Martyrs.

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Two men in Laos were forced to resign from village councils because of their faith in Christ. The positions carry prestige and a salary, yet both men rejoice in God’s love and refuse to recant their faith. Pray for Christians in Laos to stand strong and have courage.

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Pastor Sawan was arrested when a Hindu priest claimed that Sawan forcibly tried to convert him to Christianity. He had no Bible and could only meditate on memorized verses. “I shared the love of Christ. I was praying a lot ... I was able to bring four inmates to Christ.”

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Wesley Saliboko was a Muslim extremist. He participated in jihad, killing Christians. In June 2023, his niece was killed by ADF while attending a Christian boarding school. When the minister boldly proclaimed the gospel at her funeral, Wesley placed his faith in Christ.

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REMEMBERING MARTYRS: On this day in 1555, 19-year-old William Hunter was burned as a heretic. His offense? Refusing the mass as directed by Queen Mary and instead reading the Bible for himself. He died with Psalm 51 on his lips and told his brother, "I am not afraid."

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Hanafi had planned to study Islam and become the village imam. Instead, he became a Christian and shares the gospel, a challenging job in Niger. It comes with regular attacks from Muslim villagers. Hanafi asks for prayer that God will give him strength, no matter what he faces.

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Today, we remember the first Christian martyr, Stephen. In A.D. 34, he confronted his audience with the truth about their condition. Seeing murder in their eyes, he also saw something better: "Behold... the Son of Man standing at the right hand of God" (Acts 7:56).

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A group of Uzbek Christian women have joined together as a team of disciple makers. Most of them have been rejected, abused and kicked out by their families. They have chosen Christ as the better option and give their time to win other women to their Savior.

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On this day in 1994, Mehdi Dibaj was abducted and martyred for his faith. He was an Iranian pastor who had been imprisoned for 10 years. Five months after his release, Dibaj was abducted and killed. His life is an example of living in daily commitment to Christ, even unto death.

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Front-line workers in Sierra Leone joyfully baptize new believers in nearby streams. At one gathering, front-line workers baptized 36 new Christians to the accompaniment of villagers singing "I Have Decided to Follow Jesus."

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Today marks the birth date of The Voice of the Martyrs founder, the late Rev. Richard Wurmbrand. While suffering 14 years in prison, he envisioned a ministry that would serve persecuted Christians and raise a voice on their behalf.

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North Korea: Pray for the estimated 30,000 Christians serving sentences in prisons and labor camps.

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Phomme is a Christian in Laos that sells vegetables and shares the gospel. Many hate her because she is a Christian, yet she says she doesn't hate them but has love. How can you carry the gospel and show love even to those who hate you?

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CHRIST IS RISEN. We proclaim the empty grave of our risen Savior who conquered death so we might have life. Many disciples and early Christians lost their lives for this truth. Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who daily choose to lay down their lives for Christ.

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Nigeria, HOUR 9: The Reverend Lawan Andimi was kidnapped by Boko Haram militants and beheaded. Before he died, he was forced to record a hostage video during which he boldly stated that his life was in the hands of God. Pray for the pastor’s family, and pray for his killers.

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Today, we remember the first Christian martyr, Stephen. In A.D. 34, he confronted his audience with the truth about their condition. Seeing murder in their eyes, he also saw something better: "Behold... the Son of Man standing at the right hand of God" (Acts 7:56).

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On this day in 2016, a faithful Pakistani man was martyred. He went to meet a man whom he'd ministered to for several years. Later, Rehan's family were told he had been killed. Please pray for Rehan’s family and church community today.

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Obadiah and his family were rejected as Jews in Ethiopia. In 1991, the Israeli government flew more than 14,000 Ethiopian Jews to Israel. The family rejoiced; years later, Obadiah read Isaiah 53 and understood that Jesus is the Messiah. He now pastors a church sharing Jesus.

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Mary Sameh George, a 25-year-old Christian in Cairo, was killed on this day in 2014. Mary was taking groceries to a poor family but was stopped by a group of pro-Muslim Brotherhood protesters. They saw the cross she wore, choking and stabbing her. Pray for her family today.

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Human and child sacrifice are still practiced in a remote part of Sierra Leone, yet Christians continue to publicly declare faith in Jesus. In one village, front-line workers baptized more than 120 new believers. God is at work in unreached areas!

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Constant danger is a reality for many Christians in Iraq. Pastor Karwan reminds his church of Christ’s example: “They were looking to kill [Christ]. We are not higher than our teacher." Karan requests prayer for the encouragement and protection of his family and church members.

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VOM's 2024 photo issue shares the stories of those who have lost everything in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) at the hands of Islamist attackers. Cole Richards reminds us that our unity of love with them is a powerful witness to the lost — including their persecutors.

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On this day in 2016, a faithful Pakistani man was martyred. He went to meet a man whom he'd ministered to for several years. Later, Rehan's family were told he had been killed. Please pray for Rehan’s family and church community today.

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REMEMBERING MARTYRS: "This is the end — for me, the beginning of life." On April 9th, 1945, after conducting a worship service in prison, even as Allied troops approached, Dietrich Bonhoeffer was hanged by direct order of the faltering Fuhrer, Adolf Hitler.

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Today, Day of the Christian Martyr, we honor Christians targeted by ISIS. Having lost everything at the hands of Islamic extremism, these believers continue to reach Muslims for Christ. Join us in prayer for our persecuted Christian brothers and sisters.

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Mary Sameh George, a 25-year-old Christian in Cairo, was killed on this day in 2014. Mary was taking groceries to a poor family but was stopped by a group of pro-Muslim Brotherhood protesters. They saw the cross she wore, choking and stabbing her. Pray for her family today.

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REMEMBERING MARTYRS: On this day in 1999, Graham Staines, along with his two young sons, was conducting an outreach in Odisha state, India, when militant Hindus set fire to their vehicle. Their martyrdom caused many to pray for India.

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Smiti came to Christ when she sought healing from a witch doctor but wasn't helped. Her family turned to a church, asking they pray for her healing. God answered their prayers. Today, Smiti trains others in evangelism and discipleship. Pray for her ministry in Nepal.

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Even as radical Islam grows at an alarming rate across Africa, entire communities are being transformed by believers' commitment to share the Good News. Our persecuted brothers and sisters testify to the gospel by forgiving their persecutors and displaying joy amid suffering.

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Mohammad was Muslim but came to faith in Christ. Christian leaders in Uganda sent him for discipleship training. He now teaches believers how to study the Bible: “I know a lot of tricks [the Muslims used to use], but now I can defend the gospel even better.”

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Under threat of imprisonment, this pastor (holding Bible) continues to minister and proclaim the gospel boldly in India. Pray for all those risking much to share the gospel with others.

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Sudan: Pray that a recent shipment of 40,000 Bibles will be safely distributed to Christians who need them.

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Today, more than 300 Christians are known to be in Eritrean prisons, including several church leaders. Prisoners are sometimes locked in steel shipping containers. During the day the heat becomes unbearable, and at night, prisoners struggle to stay warm. Pray for them.

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Pray for VOM as we smuggle Bibles and broadcast scripture across the North Korean border.

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Laos: When new Christians are accused of choosing a "foreign religion," pray that they will remain steadfast in Christ.

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O Gracious Father, thank you that your Word is neither bound by man-made borders and laws nor thwarted by satanic forces. May the truth of your Word shatter all false belief, and may every believer living in a hostile area or restricted nation have their own Bible. Amen.

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Mahmud recently finished a 6-month Bible course so he could better explain the gospel and the Scriptures to Muslims. He cannot read or write, so he used an audio Bible and dictated his work to someone who could write. Praise God for Mahmud’s determination to study the Scriptures.

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Anna Wang was one of around three hundred Christians killed on June 11, 1900, during the Boxer Rebellion. She refused to disavow Christ, resulting in her brutal death.

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Max was arrested when neighbors heard worship coming from a house church meeting in his apartment. Over six years, he was interrogated more than 50 times yet the number of house churches grew from 1 to 90. "Persecution helped us to be strong," Max said.

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Pastor Haythem was shot and paralyzed by Islamists while living in Syria. Haythem didn’t want revenge but an opportunity to tell them about the salvation of the Lord. “God, who is love, he abides in my heart,” Haythem explained, “and he gave me love for all, even for my enemies.”

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Bibles in Cuba are hard to come by. In some churches, Bibles are so rare that members share, parceling them out in books and chapters so individuals can hand-copy passages for study. Pray for Cuban believers to receive more Bibles.

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REMEMBERING MARTYRS: On this day in 2011, Rocio Pino, a Colombian Christian, was martyred for her faith in Christ. She was known for sharing the gospel wherever she went. She was shot to death at her home in retaliation for witnessing to a young guerrilla fighter.

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Followers of Christ in India face opposition on multiple fronts. The vast majority of Indians are Hindus, while Muslims compose the second largest religious group. Still, Christians continue to gather for worship and proclaim the gospel boldly in this oppressive environment.

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Remembering Martyrs: On this day in 1536, William Tyndale was burned at the stake for translating the Bible into English. His last words were "Lord, open the king of England's eyes."

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Opposition to Christians has increased across India as radical Hindus have continued their campaign to “purify” the country by making it entirely Hindu. A front-line worker said, “Pray that they would remain faithful and continue to be a witness for Christ.”

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Nigeria: Pray for the safe return of Christians who have been abducted by Islamists.

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RELEASED: VOM joins in praising the Lord for the release of American Christian aid worker Jeffery Woodke, who had served the Lord and the people of West Africa faithfully for decades before he was kidnapped by jihadists in Niger in 2016.

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While Omar is thankful for how God has used persecution to strengthen his faith, his faith has cost him dearly. Pray for Omar, a Bangladeshi believer; his wife, Lucina; their daughter, Sumaya; and his mother-in-law, Runa.

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Twelve of India’s 28 states have anti-conversion laws intended to eliminate any non-Hindu activity. These laws are used to persecute Christians, and at the heart of the persecution is the goal of making India a purely Hindu country. Pray for Christians living in India.

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TURKIYE: Islamic religious leaders are angered by the efforts of local Christians helping earthquake victims. In a viral video, two imams warn of the Christians’ “tenderness and love” toward survivors. As a result, people are visiting the church and asking about the gospel.

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IRAN: Despite harsh treatment by authorities and a law prohibiting conversion to Christianity, Muslims continue to come to Christ in record numbers in Iran. Pray that these new believers find community to grow in their faith.

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Pastor Karwan has an online outreach to Iraq’s overwhelmingly Muslim population. Numerous Muslims have come to know Christ through his website. Radical Muslims regularly send him abusive and threatening messages through the internet. Pray for Pastor Karwan’s life and ministry.

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Remembering Martyrs: In December 1934, John and Betty Stam were killed in China. Unable to escape before communist troops reached their village, they were imprisoned and eventually executed. Pray for our brothers and sisters in China, who risk much for the cause of Christ.

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In 2011, ISIS fighters in Syria marked Christians’ houses with a cross. They abducted, killed and tortured Christians. Raaja and Samia’s husbands were murdered. Six adult men in their family were killed. Pray for widows processing the nightmares they experienced from ISIS.

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CHINA, HOUR 20: Pray for Lian Changnian, Lian Xuliang and Fu Juan, who were arrested and charged for their Christian ministry activities in China. Pray for all imprisoned Christians in China and for the advancement of God's kingdom there amid government pressure.

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1 year

‘Christians in other nations are not a topic about which we can be uninterested or a cause that we can occasionally champion. They are our family, our brothers and sisters for eternity.” –Cole Richards, VOM President

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7 months

The REAL story of St. Patrick's Day: Kidnapped from his home in Britain and taken to Ireland, St. Patrick eventually escaped and returned to his family. Years later, God called him back to Ireland, where he shared his faith till his death, thought to be on March 17, A.D. 461.

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3 years

On this day in 1972, Watchman Nee died. Watchman Nee was a unique, committed, controversial, and effective church planter, author, and evangelist in China. Many have come to know Christ through his ministry. Pray for the underground church in China.

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