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  • Season 6:Episode 11: Somalia: How Christian Media Is Transforming Lives!

    Season 6:Episode 11: Somalia: How Christian Media Is Transforming Lives!
    2026/02/06
    Ranking second on the 2026 World Watch List, Somalia remains one of the most dangerous countries in the world for followers of Jesus. Public Christian worship is forbidden; conversion from Islam is illegal; and the militant terrorist group, Al-Shabaab, continues its violent campaign to eliminate Christianity – openly executing anyone suspected of having faith in Jesus. In the midst of this intense persecution, God is powerfully at work. Through the ministry of Somalia Christian TV, countless Somalis are hearing the Gospel, and thereby encountering Jesus for the first time. The media ministry, led by former Somali Muslims Shino and Shania Gabo, is reaching deep into Somali communities with the hope, truth and life-changing message of God’s salvation through Christ. During this episode of Closer to the Fire, podcast host Greg Musselman is joined by Shino and Shania who will be sharing their remarkable testimonies. In addition to revealing the tremendous impact that this couple’s growing media outreach is having on so many lives in Somalia, the interview will also address the real dangers they continue to face because of their courageous faith. Length: 58:30 Episode Notes To watch the interview with the Gabo’s https://vomcanada.com/cttf-videos/video/cttf-so-2025-02-04.htm Somalia Christian TV: https://somalichristiantv.org Open Doors’ 2026 World Watch List: https://www.opendoors.org/en-US/persecution/countries/ Learn more about persecution in Somalia: https://www.vomcanada.com/somalia.htm
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    1 時間
  • Season 6: Episode 10: India: The Alarming Rise of Persecution Against Christians

    Season 6: Episode 10: India: The Alarming Rise of Persecution Against Christians
    2026/01/23
    In the world’s most populous nation, a deeply troubling trend is unfolding. Over the past decade, Christians in India have faced a disturbing rise in persecution. Churches have been burned or forcibly closed down, pastors encountered false accusations and subsequent arrests due to the country’s anti-conversion laws, numerous Bibles were destroyed, and Christian girls were subjected to kidnapping and assault. In 2015, there were 177 recorded cases of persecution against followers of Jesus. By 2024, that number had surged to 834 – and experts warn that the real figure is much higher, as countless incidents go unreported. Joining VOMC’s Greg Musselman to discuss this alarming situation is “Anika” (whose real name has been changed for security reasons). Anika is a lawyer and CEO of an NGO, using her legal expertise to defend and support persecuted Christians throughout India. Length: 31 minutes Episode Notes To watch the interview with “Anika” https://vomcanada.com/cttf-videos/video/cttf-in-2026-01-19.htm Voice of the Martyrs Canada: www.vomcanada.com India Country Profile https://vomcanada.com/india.htm Support VOMC’s Legal Defence Fund: https://store.vomcanada.org/category/donations/legal-defence-fund
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    32 分
  • Season 6: Episode 9: Canada: Bill C-9 Creates Uncertainty for the Church

    Season 6: Episode 9: Canada: Bill C-9 Creates Uncertainty for the Church
    2026/01/12
    Concerns are growing over potential threats to religious freedom in Canada, including restrictions that could hinder the proclamation of the Gospel. One of the more recent issues relates to proposed amendments to Bill C-9, which is currently under review by members of the Canadian Parliament. The proposed bill seeks to amend the Canadian Criminal Code in areas relating to propaganda and hate speech. In the latest episode of Closer to the Fire, podcast host Greg Musselman speaks with VOMC’s CEO, Floyd Brobbel, about the implications of Bill C-9 and how it could affect faith communities across the country. During the interview, Floyd also shares VOMC’s priorities for 2026 and addresses how we can respond to these challenges. Length: 46 minutes Episode Notes To read Floyd’s full statement on Bill C-9, go to: https://www.vomcanada.com/ceo-2025-12-22.htm To learn more about the proposed legislation, visit: https://evangelicalfellowship.ca/c9 Voice of the Martyrs Canada: www.vomcanada.com
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    46 分
  • Season 6: Episode 8: Iran: Government Sponsors Terrorism and Persecution of Christians (encore)

    Season 6: Episode 8: Iran: Government Sponsors Terrorism and Persecution of Christians (encore)
    2026/01/11
    The government of the Islamic Republic of Iran has been accused by several countries, including the United States, of providing training, financing and weapons – as well as safe havens – to several terrorist organizations. These militant groups include Hezbollah in Lebanon, Hamas in Gaza, and the Houthis in Yemen. Additionally, Iran was listed as number nine on the 2024 World Watch List produced by Open Doors, making it one of the most dangerous countries in the world to follow Jesus. To discuss recent reports about this Middle Eastern nation, Closer to the Fire host Greg Musselman is joined by Dr. Hormoz Shariat, the founder and president of Iran Alive. This Texas-based ministry is working to transform Iran into a Christian nation through satellite television, discipleship programs, Bible distribution projects, and so much more. Dr. Shariat, who comes from a Muslim background, speaks with Greg about why the Iranian government is seeking to destroy Israel and eradicate Christianity. Length: 36 minutes Episode Notes To view the interview with Hormoz https://vomcanada.com/cttf-videos/video/cttf-ir-govt-terrorism-persecution.htm Iran Alive: www.iranalive.org To purchase a copy of Dr. Shariat’s book, Iran’s Great Awakening: How God is Using a Muslim Convert to Spark Revival, go to: store.vomcanada.org/purchase/irans-great-awakening (in Canada) or https://iranalive.org/irans-great-awakening/ (in the US and other countries) Saeed Pakniat’s testimony: https://www.vomcanada.com/video/ir-forced-flee.htm The Voice of the Martyrs Canada: www.vomcanada.com
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    36 分
  • Season 6: Episode 7: Why Are Men and Women Persecuted Differently for Their Faith in Jesus?

    Season 6: Episode 7: Why Are Men and Women Persecuted Differently for Their Faith in Jesus?
    2025/12/26
    There is plenty of evidence indicating that men and women suffer differently when they are persecuted for their faith in Jesus. In this episode of Closer to the Fire, podcast host Greg Musselman is joined by Emma, the director of an organization that is dedicated to addressing gender-specific religious freedom issues. (Due to the nature of her work, Emma’s last name is not publicly disclosed.) During the interview, this valued ministry partner of VOMC discusses the various ways in which gender-specific persecution affects the church, the devastating consequences that occur when these realities are overlooked, and how the body of Christ can respond with greater understanding, wisdom and compassion. Most importantly, she highlights the hope and healing that Jesus is bringing to the lives of persecuted believers in the midst of suffering. Length: 56 minutes Episode Notes The Voice of the Martyrs Canada: www.vomcanada.com
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    57 分
  • Season 6: Episode 6: China: Crackdown on Prominent Unregistered House Churches

    Season 6: Episode 6: China: Crackdown on Prominent Unregistered House Churches
    2025/12/12
    A nationwide crackdown on urban house churches in China has drawn worldwide attention after nearly 30 members of the Zion Protestant Church were arrested in seven cities, including Beijing and Shanghai. In this episode of Closer to the Fire, host Greg Musselman is joined by Dr. Bob Fu, founder and president of ChinaAid, to unpack the reasons behind these recent arrests and why the international media is finally paying attention. During the interview, Dr. Fu also discusses the Chinese Communist Party’s escalating campaign against Christians – and why this wave of persecution is considered the most severe crackdown since the beginning of the Cultural Revolution. This interview was produced by Voice of the Martyrs Australia. Length: 48 minutes Episode Notes To watch the interview with Bob Fu https://vomcanada.com/cttf-videos/video/cttf-cn-2025-12-30.htm ChinaAid: www.chinaaid.org Voice of the Martyrs Canada: www.vomcanada.com
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    47 分
  • Season 6: Episode 5: Pakistan: Standing With Christian Women in Their Fight for Justice

    Season 6: Episode 5: Pakistan: Standing With Christian Women in Their Fight for Justice
    2025/11/21
    In Pakistan, a distorted concept of “honour,” strict blasphemy laws and systemic injustice contribute to the ongoing persecution of Christians – especially young women. Each year, hundreds of female followers of Jesus face abduction, forced marriage, coerced conversion to Islam, and various forms of abuse. In her newly published book, Our Sisters, author Anna Townsend draws on extensive research and a compassionate interviewing style to share the powerful stories of Christian women in Pakistan who have been forced into marriage. Throughout the process, she highlights the courageous faith of these women and their families, as well as the tireless efforts of activists who are working to help them. In this episode of Closer to the Fire, Anna joins podcast host Greg Musselman to discuss the heartbreaking realities experienced by our Christian sisters in this region of the world – and what we can do to stand with them in their fight for justice. Length: 56 minutes Episode Notes To watch the full interview with Anna Townsend https://vomcanada.com/cttf-videos/video/cttf-pk-2025-11-23.htm Dislocated Christians: https://www.facebook.com/DislocatedChristians To purchase your copy of Anna’s recently published book, Our Sisters, visit: https://ko-fi.com/anna3369/shop Voice of the Martyrs Canada: www.vomcanada.com
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    56 分
  • Season 6: Episode 4: Nigeria: Is the Ongoing Persecution of Christians “Genocide”?

    Season 6: Episode 4: Nigeria: Is the Ongoing Persecution of Christians “Genocide”?
    2025/11/06
    Violence against Christians in Nigeria has sparked sudden international attention and debate, with some referring to the ongoing crisis as genocide. In September, news commentator Bill Maher stated that “Islamists and Boko Haram [militants] were systematically killing Christians in Nigeria, attempting to wipe out the Christian population of an entire country.” More recently, U.S. President Donald Trump declared Nigeria “a country of particular concern” and warned of military intervention if the Nigerian government failed to protect its Christian population. However, Nigerian authorities deny the claims that followers of Jesus are being deliberately targeted and that a genocide is underway. In this powerful episode of the Closer to the Fire podcast, Rev. Yunusa Nmadu, the CEO of Christian Solidarity Worldwide Nigeria, joins host Greg Musselman to explore the facts behind the headlines. During the interview, they address the ongoing suffering of believers in Nigeria and examine whether the repeated acts of brutal violence – and the resulting large number of fatalities – amount to genocide. CSW Nigeria is a partner with VOM Canada. Length: 40 minutes To watch the interview with Yunusa Nmadu https://www.vomcanada.com/cttf-videos/video/cttf-ng-2025-11-06.htm Episode Notes Christian Solidarity Worldwide: www.cswng.org.ng Voice of the Martyrs Canada: www.vomcanada.com
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    40 分