By Open Doors 20 June 2017

5 Incredible Women From The Persecuted Church

In places where Christians are persecuted for their faith in Jesus, life is particularly hard for women. Yet time and time again we hear stories of women refusing to let go of God, even in impossible circumstances. 

Their stories encourage and challenge us. If Jesus was all we had left–would it be enough?

“I will sing aloud of Your mercy in the morning; for You have been my strong tower and hiding place in the day of my trouble.” – Psalm 59:16

Maryam & Marziyeh

Maryam and Marziyeh, two believers from Iran, were placed into a situation where denying Jesus would literally save their lives.

Sharing the gospel is illegal in Iran, but it didn’t stop them from handing our bibles and starting secret houses churches.

Even when they were thrown into prison, they remained faithful to God. See how they continued to shine light into one of the darkest places in the world.