Prisoners of Hope

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.

In the first episode of season 3 of the Prisoners of Hope podcast, Josh, Jessica, and John talk about ministry in Afghanistan and the immediate prayer needs of believers in the country.

Who are the "least of these?" And what can we do to minister to them? This week, we share a short homily from Josh, where he looks at those two questions.

In this episode of Prisoners of Hope, titled "On The Ground in Syria," I sit down with Brother Daniel, a dedicated field team member from Help the Persecuted, to discuss the challenges faced by Christians in Syria. We delve into the dwindling Christian population in Aleppo, the plight of Muslim-background believers, and the uncertain future under new leadership. Brother Daniel shares personal stories, including the kidnapping of his brother during the Syrian conflict, and the ongoing efforts to support persecuted communities through food aid and spiritual guidance. We conclude with a heartfelt prayer for peace, safety, and justice for all in Syria, emphasizing our hope and trust in God's plan. Join us as we explore these compelling testimonies and invite you to pray for those enduring persecution.

Josh Youssef and Olivia Davis sit down to talk about Christmas in the Islamic World—and how we can minister to persecuted believers this season!

Salam and Samar share what they are more grateful for as they think about their work in the Islamic World.

Jessica sits down with Salam and Samar to talk about what it is like for women to experience persecution in the Islamic World...and how our team provides wrap-around care to minister to them.

Several members of our team share stories from our ongoing ministry in Lebanon in the midst of the war.

Josh sits down with Salam and Samar, who share the story of our Field Minister Nour, who was just released after 50 days in prison because of his faith and evangelistic efforts in his home country.

Josh has a conversation with our Field Minister Laila, who shares how the Lord is moving in Lebanon even in the midst of a warzone.

This week, Josh has a conversation with Rustam, our Field Minister in Central Asia, who recently took a trip into Afghanistan and met with persecuted Christians living in the shadow of the Taliban.

This week, Josh and the team share stories of families in our War Refuge Center in Lebanon and have a time of prayer for the persecuted Christians who have found themselves swept up in the warzone.

Josh Youssef, CEO of Help The Persecuted, sits down with reporter Pete Wooding to share how the ministry is helping persecuted Christians caught up in the warzone.

Josh speaks with Pierre, one of our team leads on the ground in Lebanon, about the war, the state of the Lebanon economy...and how people are coming to faith through the ministry of our team!

In this episode, Josh has a conversation with Rachid, one of our Field Ministers in Pakistan, who talks about what it's like being a Christian in the Islamic country and shares how Help The Persecuted is intervening on behalf of a man sentenced to life in prison for a comment on a social media post.

In this episode, Josh Youssef has a conversation with Regan King, the pastor of Angel Church in London. On September 1, a woman entered their church yelling, "I am here to kill the God of the Jews!" Regan talks about Islam in the United Kingdom and why he is so passionate about supporting the persecuted church in the Islamic world.

In this special episode, Help The Persecuted CEO Joshua Youssef sits down with Jessica Jetton to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about our work. They also talk about his recent trip to Turkey, in which his children joined him!

This week, Josh and our Field Minister Nabeel give an update on Sadiqa and eight children, who have been on the run for their lives after the father was murdered for his faith in Christ in a closed country.

This week, Josh and our Field Ministers Salam and Samar discuss an emergency unfolding situation with a persecuted family in a closed country on the run for their lives after the father was murdered for his faith in Christ.

In this special prayer update, Josh Youssef sits down with four of our team members–Salam, Samar, Laith, and Qasem. They share updates about our recent Enduring Faith Conference in Turkey as well as a family who are trying to escape persecution in Pakistan and Afghanistan...and fled to Iran.

Join Jessica Jetton and Charlotte McNally as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Join Josh Youssef, Tim Osmond, and Allan Guinan as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Join Josh Youssef, Jessica Jetton, Charlotte McNally, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Join Josh Youssef, Jessica Jetton, Charlotte McNally, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Join Jessica Jetton, Charlotte McNally, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Join Jessica Jetton, Charlotte McNally, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Join Josh Youssef, Jessica Jetton, Charlotte McNally, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Join Josh Youssef, Jessica Jetton, Charlotte McNally, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Join Josh Youssef, Jessica Jetton, Charlotte McNally, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Join Josh Youssef, Jessica Jetton, Charlotte McNally, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Join Josh Youssef, Jessica Jetton, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Join Josh Youssef, Jessica Jetton, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World

Join Josh Youssef, Jessica Jetton, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World

Join Josh Youssef, Jessica Jetton, and Olivia Davis as they share important prayer updates for persecuted believers in the Islamic World.

Jason Dees, the pastor of a church in Atlanta, shares with Josh and Will about how seeing the persecuted church firsthand on a recent trip to the Middle East challenged and deepened his faith. He encourages us to search our hearts and ask ourselves the question, “Is Jesus really the Lord of my life?”

Pete Wooding, a freelance journalist, speaks with Josh and Will about his experience watching the lives of persecuted believers being Rescued, Restored, and Rebuilt…including a harrowing encounter in Lebanon and hearing amazing stories from fellow believers in Egypt!

Josh and Will talk about Help The Persecuted's efforts in caring for persecuted Christians and others in need in the bitter Middle Eastern winter, emphasizing the need for holistic care that helps people physically and spiritually.

This Sunday is the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. In this short episode, Josh and Will invite you to join them in prayer for three specific needs in the persecuted church.

Josh and Will sit down with Brother Rachid, a Moroccan Christian apologist who leverages his massive social media following to shake the foundations of Islam and draw thousands of seeking Muslims to Christ. Listen to his remarkable story—how he came to Christ through a radio station initially used for Nazi propaganda during World War II, began his ministry with the simple yet sacred practice of hospitality, and his experience with the current, unprecedented movement of Muslims coming to faith in Jesus. Brother Rachid, a former Muslim turned Christian apologist, shakes the foundations of Islam with his evangelistic social media presence.

Salam and Samar testify to the rich blessing of sharing the Gospel with Muslims...even when it puts their lives at risk.Salam and Samar, our regional directors in the Middle East, have been on the frontlines of an unprecedented movement of Muslims coming to Christ. Josh and Will sit down with the couple to hear how their decision to boldly share the Gospel no matter the cost, even with radical terrorists, altered the trajectory of their lives.

Josh and Will speak with Amal, a field team member from Lebanon, and a child soldier who encountered Jesus through the people he once fought against. His conversion from Islam, to atheism, to Christianity started with finding contradictions in the Quran, to being amazed by the wisdom of the Bible, to a fascinating dream. He shares about his work and leading a former ISIS leader to Jesus!