The Church today – in the West and the East – facesmany challenges, yet is called to a momentous mission – namely, the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As challenges mount for the Church, carrying out our mission proves difficult. Not only that, some of those tasked with leading the Church have proven soft or ill-prepared.

The need for courageous spiritual leadership in today’s Church is massive. But with too few of her leaders exhibiting these traits, what is the Church to do? Throw up our hands and pine away about better days? Absolutely not.

Instead, Christians and churches must take steps to shore up our leadership gap. This requires us to lean upon the Spirit and the Word. There are also practical tips that can be applied to develop courageous Christian leaders for the days ahead.

To speak to these important issues, Pastor Joel Wayne joins Andy on this episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast. Joel shares helpful insights borne from his own experience leading churches and ministry efforts, both at home and abroad. Joel talks about the importance of partnership and strategic thinking, and also the simple willingness for leadersto pay a price if obedience to Christ so requires.

If you find this episode helpful, please give us a positive rating and review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Also share this episode with a friend so they too can be blessed by these insights.

To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.

Chapel Pointe Church: Church Website

Baptist Bible Seminary & Institute (Philippines): Seminary Website

Be the Church (Ministry): Ministry Website

Christian Emergency Alliance (Website)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram)

The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.

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MBBs – or Muslim Background Believers – are Christianconverts who often suffer much when they choose to follow Jesus Christ. Not only do they risk many trials, but they often have few champions. When persecution strikes them, often no one bats an eye or says a word.

Many MBBs have disappeared into prison cells. Authorities often presume no one cares about them and they’re forgotten. But that is not true. The Triune God loves them and sees them. And so must we as the Church.

On this episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast, we look into one such case of a Christian convert being thrown behindbars for his faith. We will share details about this man, explore his case and see how the patterns are similar to developments in other countries.

Saeed Abu Mustafa, an Egyptian, became a Christian in 2016. Pressures arose after his conversion out of Islam, and heeventually sought safety in Russia. While there, Saeed debated with Islamic scholars about Islam and shared about his Christian faith. Soon pressures arose against him in Russia too, and he was eventually deported back to Egypt. There,security services arrested Saeed and placed him in prison. As of this recording, Saeed Abu Mustafa continues to suffer in an Egyptian prison cell. There are even whispers that he has been mistreated.

To help you better understand what is going on with Saeed Abu Mustafa and other related cases is Dan Burmawi. Dan is himself an MBB. He grew up in the Middle East and is today an author and commentator well versed in these issues.

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Dan Burmawi (Twitter/X): https://x.com/DanBurmawy

Dan Burmawi (Website): https://www.danburmawi.com/

Islam, Israel and the West: A Former Muslim’sAnalysis, by Dan Burmawi (Book): https://www.amazon.com/ISLAM-ISRAEL-WEST-Muslims-Analysis-ebook/dp/B0FP16RQW8

Ideological Defense Institute – launching soon

The Tribe of Christ: A Missionary’s Insightsfrom Jordan, with Charles McAllister (Episode 80 of the Christian EmergencyPodcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/80-the-tribe-of-christ-a-missionarys-insights/id1528402463?i=1000647931817

Christian Emergency Alliance (Website): https://www.christianemergency.com/

Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X): https://x.com/ChristianEmerg1

Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/christianemergency

Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/christianemergencyalliance/

The Christian Emergency Podcast is aproduction of the Christian Emergency Alliance.

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Something is rotten in the state of Armenia. Many know aboutthe Armenian Genocide from the early 20th Century. Few realize that the same threats continue to loom over Armenian Christians still. In recent years, Azerbaijan ethnically cleansed over 100,000 Armenians from their ethnic homeland in Nagorno-Karabakh. Is there a pattern between these actions from the last century and today?

And why are there several Armenian archbishops sitting injail right now – in Armenia? Would the Armenian government really attack the Armenian Christian Church? Joining Andy to address these and other issues is Joel Veldkamp. Joel serves with Christian Solidarity International (CSI) and provides shocking insights into the sobering situation in Armenia.

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To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, seethe following:

Christian Solidarity International (CSI) Website : https://csi-usa.org/

Link for sending a letter on behalf of Suleiman Khalil: https://www.csi-int.org/campaigns/suleiman-khalil/

In Days of Darkness: A Manual for Ordinary Christians FacingUnusual Times, by Andy Coleman (Book):https://www.amazon.com/Days-Darkness-Ordinary-Christians-Unusual/dp/1636985734

Christian Emergency Alliance (Website):https://www.christianemergency.com/

Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X):https://x.com/ChristianEmerg1

Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook):https://www.facebook.com/christianemergency

Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram):https://www.instagram.com/christianemergencyalliance/

The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of theChristian Emergency Alliance.Soli Deo Gloria

Many Christians around the West are perplexed by the times they are living in. Things at work, at school, on their streets –they’re just not the same as what they grew up with. Spiritually things are downgraded. The same holds true for the culture in general, which is now hostile to the Christian faith and biblical morals.

So much of this is new and alien. Many Christians have no clue how they should respond. What can they do themselves? And what can they say or do to help their kids? Frustration is growing, along with anxiety, fear and anger.

How can Christians prepare to stand – and help the Church stand – in days of darkness? How can believers brace themselves for trials, and maybe even open persecution, in the days ahead.

To help answer these questions, Andy Coleman sharesfive tips that ordinary Christians can use today to strengthen themselves spiritually for pressures tomorrow. These five tips borrow from his experiences working with persecuted Christians in some of the most difficult countries on earth. Inthose lands, the persecution climate is mature, but in many way similar to the milder but growing pressures in the West.

These insights are drawn from a book authoredby Andy Coleman and published earlier this year. In Days of Darkness: A Manual for Ordinary Christians Facing Unusual Times is a book focused on helping believers prepare themselves, their families and their churches for tougher times.

You can order copies of In Days of Darkness: A Manual for Ordinary Christians Facing Unusual Times at Barnes andNoble, Walmart, Target or wherever you find your favorite books.

If you found this episode helpful, please give us a positive rating and review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Also share this episode with a friend so they too can be blessed by its insights.

To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.

In Days of Darkness: A Manual for Ordinary Christians Facing Unusual Times (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Days-Darkness-Ordinary-Christians-Unusual/dp/1636985734

Christian Emergency Alliance (Website): https://www.christianemergency.com/

Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X): https://x.com/ChristianEmerg1

Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram)

The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.

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The attempted genocide of Christians in Nigeria’s central and northern regions has gone of for too long. Thousands havebeen killed, maimed and displaced. Yet few observers on the international stage take notice. Those that do fear that the situation is hopeless. Some shrug their shoulders and resign themselves that this must be the fate of Nigeria’s Christians.

But the Christians of northern and central Nigeria are not doomed. Their fate is not doomed. The evil that ensnares these men, women and children can actually be stopped – and possibly far easier than most imagine.

On this episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast, Andy shares fresh insight from the field in Nigeria. Although heconcedes the situation is serious, he also points out that there is ample reason for hope in Nigeria!

Until now, killing Christians in Nigeria has come with zero consequences. Those who carry out the attacks face no repercussions.  They are often not engaged by security forces. They are rarely if ever arrested, and if they are, they are “rehabilitated” or outright released. Those who finance, radicalize and arm the militants carry out their efforts with little interference.

Andy briefly charts out how, should this situation be altered, things could change and change swiftly. Armed with theseinsights, you can lend your own voice to champion the Christians of Nigeria. You can become a conduit for clarity, whereas those responsible for this chaos wish to breed confusion.

If you find this episode helpful, please give us a positive rating and review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Also share this episode with a friend so they too can be blessed by these insights.

To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following:

Christian Emergency Alliance (Website): https://www.christianemergency.com/

Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X): https://x.com/ChristianEmerg1

Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/christianemergency

Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/christianemergencyalliance/

The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.

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Violent Islamist campaigns have targeted Christians in Nigeria for decades. The violence is neither accidental nor trivial. It is strategic and organized. Similar patterns are playing out across Europe, America and very likely your own hometown.

Joining the Christian Emergency Podcast to connect these dots is Larry Alex Taunton. The acclaimed apologist, journalistand commentator has studied these developments for years and his insights are invaluable.

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Fixed Point Foundation: https://www.larryalextaunton.com/debates-2/

Ideas Have Consequence (Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ideas-have-consequences-with-larry-alex-taunton/id1614308509

Larry Taunton (Website): https://join.larrytaunton.com/

Larry Taunton (YouTube Channel): https://www.youtube.com/@IdeasHaveConsequences

Larry Taunton (Twitter / X): https://x.com/LarryTaunton

In Days of Darkness: A Manual for Ordinary Christians Facing Unusual Times, by Andy Coleman (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Days-Darkness-Ordinary-Christians-Unusual/dp/1636985734

Christian Emergency Alliance (Website): https://www.christianemergency.com/

Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X): https://x.com/ChristianEmerg1

Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/christianemergency

Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/christianemergencyalliance/

The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.Soli Deo Gloria

Why do Christians – particularly Christian leaders – appear at times to relate to cultural norms more than biblical standards? How can believers make sense of what they’re hearing from Christian elites when the message seems off?

Dr. John West joins the Christian Emergency Podcast to answer these and other related questions. Dr. John West is the vice president for the Discovery Institute and the author of several books. What John reveals is both insightful and alarming. Stockholm Syndrome Christianity has set in for many. What exactly is that? Listen in to this episode and find out.

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Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Book

Free Resources from Dr. John West: Link

Christian Emergency Alliance (Website)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram)

The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.

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Christians in many countries are not only persecuted, but openly hunted. In the Middle Belt of Nigeria, for example, asystematic campaign of Islamist violence, kidnapping and genocide are savaging Christian communities at an industrial scale. Secular elites largely shrug off or falsely explain away the atrocities. Those that do notice the bloodshed often feel powerless to offer more than prayers and perhaps some humanitarian support.

Prayers and humanitarian support are indeed desperatelyneeded. But there is another massive need that most never mention, though it is the proverbial elephant in the room: physical security. Persecuted Christians in northern and central Nigeria need to be physically safeguarded from theirheavily armed assailants. So do Christians in Syria, Burma and those living in many other lands.

But physical security cannot be provided them by fellow Christians. At least that’s the conclusion of many Christians today. Guided by pacifism and pietistic impulses, many Christians – including Christian leaders – regard such considerations as taboo. Physical security would requirethe use of power and force, which are themselves verboten themes.

But is the silence and inaction surrounding the physical safety of persecuted Christians truly biblical? Bob of SpeakersCorner joins Andy on the Christian Emergency Podcast to delve into these important topics. Bob is no stranger to wading into contentious issues to try and draw out clarity from confusion. Armed with his insights, Christians canbegin to think more clearly about what is appropriate on this important topic.  

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Bob of Speakers Corner (YouTube Channel): https://www.youtube.com/@btbsoco

Bob of Speakers Corner (Twitter / X): https://x.com/btbsoco

Christian Emergency Alliance (Website): https://www.christianemergency.com/

Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X): https://x.com/ChristianEmerg1

Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/christianemergency

Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/christianemergencyalliance/The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.

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The Church today – in the West and the East – facesmany challenges, yet is called to a momentous mission – namely, the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As challenges mount for the Church, carrying out our mission proves difficult. Not only that, some of those tasked with leading the Church have proven soft or ill-prepared.

The need for courageous spiritual leadership in today’s Church is massive. But with too few of her leaders exhibiting these traits, what is the Church to do? Throw up our hands and pine away about better days? Absolutely not.

Instead, Christians and churches must take steps to shore up our leadership gap. This requires us to lean upon the Spirit and the Word. There are also practical tips that can be applied to develop courageous Christian leaders for the days ahead.

To speak to these important issues, Pastor Joel Wayne joins Andy on this episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast. Joel shares helpful insights borne from his own experience leading churches and ministry efforts, both at home and abroad. Joel talks about the importance of partnership and strategic thinking, and also the simple willingness for leadersto pay a price if obedience to Christ so requires.

If you find this episode helpful, please give us a positive rating and review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Also share this episode with a friend so they too can be blessed by these insights.

To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.

Chapel Pointe Church: Church Website

Baptist Bible Seminary & Institute (Philippines): Seminary Website

Be the Church (Ministry): Ministry Website

Christian Emergency Alliance (Website)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram)

The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.

Soli Deo Gloria

Many Christians around the West are perplexed by the times they are living in. Things at work, at school, on their streets –they’re just not the same as what they grew up with. Spiritually things are downgraded. The same holds true for the culture in general, which is now hostile to the Christian faith and biblical morals.

So much of this is new and alien. Many Christians have no clue how they should respond. What can they do themselves? And what can they say or do to help their kids? Frustration is growing, along with anxiety, fear and anger.

How can Christians prepare to stand – and help the Church stand – in days of darkness? How can believers brace themselves for trials, and maybe even open persecution, in the days ahead.

To help answer these questions, Andy Coleman sharesfive tips that ordinary Christians can use today to strengthen themselves spiritually for pressures tomorrow. These five tips borrow from his experiences working with persecuted Christians in some of the most difficult countries on earth. Inthose lands, the persecution climate is mature, but in many way similar to the milder but growing pressures in the West.

These insights are drawn from a new book authoredby Andy Coleman, which is scheduled to be published in May, 2025. In Days of Darkness: A Manual for Ordinary Christians Facing Unusual Times is a book focused on helping believers prepare themselves, their families and their churches for tougher times.

You can pre-order copies of In Days of Darkness: A Manual for Ordinary Christians Facing Unusual Times at Barnes andNoble, Walmart, Target or wherever you find your favorite books.

While the book will not officially launch until May 6, 2025, you can also order advance copies today. Andy willpersonally sign them for you, your friends or your loved ones. These can be found at https://indaysofdarkness.com/.

If you found this episode helpful, please give us a positive rating and review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Also share this episode with a friend so they too can be blessed by its insights.

To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.

In Days of Darkness: A Manual for Ordinary Christians Facing Unusual Times (Book). Pre-order at Barnes & Noble, Walmart,Target or wherever you find your favorite books.

Christian Emergency Alliance (Website)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook)

Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram)

The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.

Soli Deo Gloria