Being a Christian in Iran is complex. It's not illegal to practise you faith there but it depends on how you do it. Even being a member of a house church can have you thrown in jail. But despite being a majority Muslim nation the Church there is growing there.

Dr. Hormoz Shariat is an Iranian-American Christian evangelist and the founder of Iran Alive Ministries, an organization that uses TV and digital media to broadcast Christian content into Iran and the broader Persian-speaking world. He's often referred to as the "Billy Graham of Iran" because of his large-scale evangelistic impact though he'd never call himself a televanglist. His is a global church using media.

He was born in Iran then came to the United States in the late 1970s. He originally studied Computer Engineering, earning a Ph.D. from USC (University of Southern California) only later transitioning to full-time ministry.

Dr. Shariat became a Christian while in the U.S., and his personal transformation played a major role in shaping his mission to share The Gospel with other Iranians.

Our very own Rev Dr Johnnie Moore has been hitting the news headlines this week in taking up the chairmanship of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. We find out why he was willing to lead an organisation receiving criticism at this critical time for the region.

Dr. Susan Michael is a prominent leader in Christian Zionist advocacy and education. She serves as the USA Director of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem (ICEJ) and is a member of its international Board of Directors.

Dr. Michael has a degree in Theology from Oral Roberts University and a Master’s degree in Judeo-Christian Studies from Jerusalem University College. Her engagement with ICEJ began in 1980 during her graduate studies in Jerusalem, which coincided with the Embassy's founding.

For three decades she has been instrumental in expanding ICEJ's presence in the United States. She also directs the American Christian Leaders for Israel (ACLI), a network of over 3,000 Christian leaders advocating for Israel

Bunni Pounds - named after Billy Graham's daughter - says she works in the 'mud-slinging' profession of politics. She's a political strategist who herself has stood for Congress in Texas so she knows a thing or two about the world of Washington.

With 20 years of ministry as well and as a writer and speaker she has also addresses issues that intersect faith, politics and biblical truth.

She is founder of Christians Engaged which calls people to pray, vote and engage in civic life.

In her new book Jesus and Politics: One Woman's Walk with God in a Mudslinging Profession she encourages christians to change the world.

Dr Carmen Imes is a biblical scholar, author, and professor best known for her work in Old Testament studies. She's currently an Associate Professor of the Old Testament at Biola University’s Talbot School of Theology.

Her books include: Bearing God’s Name: Why Sinai Still Matters and Being God’s Image: Why Creation Still Matters. Her latest book is Becoming God's Family.

In this episode of Babel Undone, Johnny Moore and Bishop D'Souza discuss the the individualistic approach of western society, Sabbath and what the point of Church is.

Somaliland wants independent and that's something Bashir Goth - a journalist and poet - has been advocating for many years.

Somaliland declared independence from Somalia in 1991 and has maintained a stable, democratic government ever since - no mean feat. But despite functioning as a de facto independent state, it remains unrecognized internationally.

It's a complex situation but Goth, a diplomat and head of the Somaliland Mission to US, believes it can be done.

As a journalist, Goth has worked for the Washington Post, The New York Times and Al Jazeera addresing topics ranging from Somali identity its diaspora and the dynamic and regional drive for peace and development.

In his own words Dr. Bob Junior is a a man who's been on the front lines of 'multi-faith' dialogue. He's a pastor and church planter as well as a podcast host himself.

Based in Texas he's the son of a pastor who two years ago became the President of the Institute of Global Engagement (IGE) an organisation which is committed to freedom of faith worldwide and preparing leaders for effective global engagement.

As the voice behind the Bold Love podcast, Dr. Junior explores what it means to live and lead with a love that reflects the radical example of Jesus. He's authored 6 books the latest of which is Transformation: Discipleship that Turns Lives, Churches, and the World Upside Down.

Jesus told us 'blessed are the peacemakers'. In our global world we are exposed to many cultures though with that comes misconceptions. In the first episode of Babel Undone's sixth series we hear from Muath Alamri. He's CEO of the World Muslim League and is passionate about teaching people about Islam and its people within the UK and the US.

Based in Saudi Arabia, he sacrificed a 12 year career as a journalist to find common grounnd among people of different faiths and none and bust some misconceptions about Islam along the way.

Ali Maisam Nazary is an Afghan politician and Head of Foreign Relations for the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan (NRF).

With an accomplished career in politics and international relations, Ali has become an effective advocate for the establishment of a democratic and decentralized form of governance in Afghanistan that would guarantee equal rights for all citizens regardless of race, religion, or gender.

Ali Maisam Nazary began his career at Khorasan TV, hosting a weekly politics show on politics and current affairs in Afghanistan. He then was Director of Media Affairs for Abdullah Abdullah's 2014 presidential campaign.

His work reflects a deep dedication to securing a brighter future for Afghanistan.

Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts

This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org

Drawing from her unique personal experiences as a Jewish refugee from Iran, Ellie Cohanim brings a distinctive perspective to antisemitism.

As a former US Deputy Envoy to Combat Antisemitism for the U.S. Department of State. Ellie has long criticized the Iranian government for its aggressive antisemitism that it exports throughout the Middle East and she is one of the most vocal supporters of Jewish rights in the United States and around the world.

She supports countries that label Hezbollah a terrorist organization and commit to freezing its assets. Ellie continues to use her platform to champion the rights and interests of the Iranian people.

Babel Undone is produced by Premier. For more podcasts which help Christians grow in their faith head to www.premier.plus/podcasts

This podcast is created in partnership with the Good Shepherd Church of India. For more details head to www.gsi.org