Today, 106.9 the Light is once again partnering with EQUIP to train Christian leaders in the Middle East. This year's emphasis will be in Iran. Below are some facts that demonstrate the need.
MILLION LEADER MANDATE FACT SHEET: IRAN
* Religion: 99.02% Muslim, 0.33% Christian
* In 2007, the government organized a highly-coordinated crackdown that included the arrest and interrogation of Christians.
* The government confiscated thousands of Bibles.
* Pastors are forbidden to preach in Farsi (national language).
They can only preach in Armenian.
* Mission agencies are not allowed to enter Iran.
* Open witnessing to Muslims is banned.
* The government sends spies to monitor Christian churches and groups.
* Believers are discriminated against in education, employment and property ownership.
* Muslims who leave Islam can receive the death penalty.
* After decades of existing under government oppression, Iranians are hungry for spiritual meaning.
* Christian programs broadcast by satellite television have received positive responses.
* Careful attention is being given to training Christians into mature believers and integrating them into a fellowship.
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