In this episode of Prisoners of Hope, we invite you to join us for a powerful conversation with Qasem, the Help the Persecuted director in Turkey. Qasem shares his extraordinary journey from a life of despair and drug addiction in Iran to finding hope and transformation through faith in Christ. Despite facing immense challenges, including abandonment and a difficult upbringing, Qasem's life changed dramatically after a profound encounter with Jesus. He discusses the struggles within Islamic communities and the miraculous change he experienced, which led him to become a beacon of hope for others. Join us as we explore Qasem's inspiring testimony and learn how faith can bring light to the darkest situations.

This week on the podcast, Josh has a conversation with our Field Minister Aseel, who serves the Lord in Libya. She talks about what it's like ministering to persecuted Christians who can be put to death if their conversion is discovered...and how God is moving in one of the most dangerous places in the world to profess faith in Him.

In this urgent update, Help The Persecuted CEO Joshua Youssef brings together voices from the heart of Syria's crisis to reveal the true stories of persecuted Christians behind the headlines.

Our Field Ministers Daniel and Lina share firsthand accounts of what's happening in Syria, while Dr. Martin Parsons provides crucial context about the challenges facing believers in this volatile region. The conversation illuminates the difficult reality for Alawite families experiencing targeted violence, the precarious position of Christian communities navigating shifting power dynamics, and the life-threatening dangers confronting converts, who have embraced faith in Christ from Muslim backgrounds. They also touch on the dual narrative being presented by Syria's new leadership—one face turned toward the West and another toward internal religious factions.

Please stand our persecuted family through informed prayer as we seek God's protection over persecuted Christians and peace in the midst of this unfolding situation.

In this episode of Prisoners of Hope, our CEO Joshua speaks with our Field Minister Daniel, who works in Syria, about the transition from Assad to the new government of Syria. They discuss the current situation for Christians, especially converts, and Help The Persecuted's ongoing work to Rescue, Restore, and Rebuild lives during this uncertain period of political change.

This week on the podcast, the team sits down to talk about our Enduring Livelihood Ministry. Why is it so important? What is “civic death”? How does this ministry, which helps believers establish their own businesses, rebuild lives?

In this episode, Josh talks with Timothy, a persecuted Christian who gave up everything to follow Jesus in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.

NOTE: This episode contains graphic descriptions of persecution and may not be suitable for young viewers.

In this gripping episode of Prisoners of Hope, titled "Miraculous Rescue from the Taliban," we delve into the incredible story of Andre Mann, a courageous believer who played a pivotal role in evacuating Christians from Afghanistan during the Taliban's takeover in August 2021. Join us as we discuss Andre's journey from a business professional in Afghanistan to a key figure in orchestrating daring rescues amidst chaos. We explore the unexpected rapid fall of Kabul, the challenges faced by those trying to flee, and the miraculous ways in which faith and determination led to safety for many. This episode is a testament to the power of hope and prayer in the face of adversity.

In this episode, Josh and John discuss the complicated nature of ministering in the shadow of the Taliban, including a current situation where our team is trying to rescue a brother and sister held in captivity for their faith in Christ.