Iraq: Christians Under Fire
Iraq: Christians Under Fire
It's been 10 years since the US invasion. Hundreds of thousands of Christians have left the country. Many are finding refuge and a new life in neighbouring nations, while others have chosen to stay and face the danger for the sake of the Gospel. VOMC's Greg Musselman contributed to this important news program. You'll meet some amazing followers of Christ who are paying the price to advance God's Kingdom in this ancient land.
October 08 2013
Length: 28:30
Christian World News and The Voice of the Martyrs Canada
- Current Ministry Projects
VOMC is partnering to teach and equip persecuted Christian women sewing skills so that they can provide a sustainable source of income for their families and give them the opportunity to be witnesses for Christ through their new businesses. VOMC partners to provide biblical training on discipleship and the theology of persecution to Muslim Background Believers.
Project Funds: Women’s Ministry, Equipping the Saints, Underground Church
- Country Information
Population
41,266,109 (2023 est.)Ethnicity (%)
Arab (75-80), Kurdish (15-20), other (5)
Religion (%)
Islam (95-98), Christianity (1), other (1-4)Leader
President Latif Rashid (2022)Government type
Federal parliamentary republic
Legal system
Mixed legal system of civil and Islamic lawSource: CIA World Factbook
- Pray for Iraq
Pray for the protection of the remaining believers in Iraq during this time of upheaval and danger. May many churches and Christian relief organizations seize the opportunity to provide greatly needed assistance and ministry to the numerous suffering people of this war-torn nation. As God’s work of healing, provision and restoration takes place, pray that a stable democratic government will be established.
