‘Robin’ (11) in #Bangladesh has experienced rejection from classmates, violence by adults and poverty because his father left him. Like many young Christians worldwide, Robin’s life has been torn apart by persecution, but your support can bring them hope.

“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.” (Isaiah 9:2) #VerseOfTheDay

Turn up the volume because these children in Malaysia have a Christmas song for you! Each year, local partners travel across Sarawak to distribute gifts, sing songs and share about the true meaning of Christmas. In east Malaysia, many people identify as Christian in name,

“God is faithful, who has called you into fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.” (1 Corinthians 1:9) #VerseOfTheDay

"I'm thankful to God because of how He is making me strong." After his father was killed, 15-year-old Godwin in #Nigeria couldn’t stop crying and he struggled to eat. Hope emerged when he was invited to the trauma centre run by Open Doors partners. “I have been able to forgive

“‘The days are coming,’ declares the Lord, ‘when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, a King who will reign wisely and do what is just and right in the land.’” (Jeremiah 23:5) #VerseOfTheDay

“And do this, understanding the present time: the hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed.” (Romans 13:11) #VerseOfTheDay

"We don't have much, but when we're together at Christmas, it's a moment of joy." 15-year-old 'Dayang' lives in the #Philippines. Despite bullying, exclusion and violence, her joy in Jesus remains radiant.

Could you join us in praying for the distribution of Christmas gifts in Central Asia? This month, with your support, local partners are hosting various outreach events across the region. Teams will visit schools, kindergartens, orphanages, colleges and maternity hospitals. They

“‘I am the Lord’s servant,’ Mary answered. ‘May your word to me be fulfilled.’” (Luke 1:38) #VerseOfTheDay

When 'Alaia' and 'Manuela's' father was arrested and exiled, their lives were transformed. Christmas for them was once a time for big family gatherings in their home in #Nicaragua. They would love to meet with grandparents and cousins and tell others about the message of Jesus,

“I cling to you; your right hand upholds me.” (Psalm 63:8) #VerseOfTheDay Dayang* (15) from the #SouthernPhilippines had rocks thrown at her by children from her school because of her faith. They also called her ‘traitor’. “It hurts,” she says. “But I won’t let go of Jesus.”

‘Robin’ in #Bangladesh was at a house church with his family when a mob attacked, yelling: “Christians can’t live here!” The family fled, but it’s had a long-lasting impact on them – and it’s not the only way young Robin has faced persecution. Today, on #GivingTuesday, you can

“The angel went to her and said, ‘Greetings, you who are highly favoured! The Lord is with you.’” (Luke 1:28) #VerseOfTheDay

“Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: the virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.” (Isaiah 7:14) #VerseOfTheDay

11-year-old ‘Robin’ lives in #Bangladesh and his life has been torn apart by persecution – at school, in his community and even in his own home. “I feel sad when they treat me like this,” he says. Today, you can unwrap hope for Robin and other persecuted children around the

“Be devoted to one another in love. Honour one another above yourselves.” (Romans 12:10) #VerseOfTheDay

“My shoulders feel light. Just moments ago, they felt so heavy." The life of a young man named Ricky in #Indonesia was transformed when he encountered God and surrendered his life to Jesus. Through the simple prayers and words of Open Doors partners, God redeemed his broken

“My comfort in my suffering is this: your promise preserves my life.” (Psalm 119:50) #VerseOfTheDay

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” (Matthew 5:6) #VerseOfTheDay

Would you like to explore the New Testament experience of persecution and the parallels with the persecuted church today? In this edition of Guidelines, Nick Page provides a two-week study that invites you to think about what this means for how we express our faith and how we