“Does Christian persecution still exist?” It’s a surprising question that I’m asked more often than you would expect.

I’m here to tell you that persecution is alive and well. Yes, Christians are still being beaten, thrown in prison, stripped of their possessions, and even killed. Friends, it’s happening on greater levels than at any other time in recent history. I know this because I’ve seen it with my own eyes.

My first response at seeing these atrocities was anger. Seems like anger should be an appropriate reaction, right? Well, let me share a recent story that might change your mind...

Pioneering With Passion (PPM) teams encounter many children who have grown up without the comfort of a father. As we venture deep into war-torn areas of Southeast Asia, we discovered thousands of orphans struggling to survive after their parents have been killed. Most come from remote jungle villages located in areas of constant civil war. These innocent kids find themselves caught in the crossfire as military forces battle for control of the regions.

This terrible abuse can leave the children we meet on our missions fearful of older men. Many no longer remember what it’s like to have a father who loves and protects them. 

But hope is not lost. Ekale's testimony is a powerful reminder of the redemption story we can be a part of...

The world has not seen a refugee crisis of this magnitude since World War II. Christians are not exempt. ISIS terrorists in Syria continue to force Christian families to seek refuge in the country’s capital, Damascus. In Pakistan, believers in Jesus are being hunted, persecuted, and thrown out of the country simply for sharing their faith. In Southeast Asia, Christian tribal groups are slaughtered for refusing to come under the control of a Buddhist government.

My heart aches for my brothers and sisters in Christ. Christian refugees have done nothing to deserve the persecution they are enduring. Many now struggle to survive in new countries where even basic food and living supplies are scarce. They are fast losing what little hope remains.

Is there anything we can offer to Christian refugees who have endured so much pain? 

The answer is a resounding yes. In fact, here are 3 ways you can help today...