Today we wanted to remind you about our wonderful Be-A-Voice-Network which will allow you time to fellowship with others and also a place to get specific prayer requests for needs in the world of persecution.

Today I'd like to share with you a special treat, as we have Todd Nettleton, Director of Media Development for The Voice of the Martyrs USA, sharing the latest about Asia Bibi in a special report posted on ASSIST News Service.

Unfortunately, the violence towards Christians in Nigeria continues to increase. Yesterday Compass Direct reported that there were seven more Christians killed in Bauchi State on Sunday, as well as another church destroyed.

If you have children, I really want to encourage you to become well acquainted with our Kids of Courage website because there is a wealth of wonderful information for you to use with your children at home, in your church and even in your school.

JERUSALEM, Israel -- With Islamists poised to take over governments overthrown during the "Arab spring," Christians and other minorities may soon be subject to Sharia (Islamic) law.

Yesterday our friends at Compass Direct posted a report about a young Christian in Uganda who has been persecuted by Muslims for his faith and has stood strong. As you read the article, note how many times the Lord showed His favor on our brother and rejoice at this young man's witness for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Our God is the awesome God!

Three Christian men, Pastor Farhad Sabokrouh, Davood (David) Ali-Jani and Naser Zamen-Dezfuli, remain in detention after their arrest on Dec. 23, 2011, at an Assemblies of God (AOG) church in Ahwaz, Iran. The pastor’s wife, Shahnaz Jizan, was also arrested and held until Jan. 1, when her $200,000 bail was paid.

Nigeria (MNN) ? Police in Nigeria discovered ten more car bombs yesterday in Kano, already reeling from multiple bombings on Friday.

Today I am happy to share with you that the our podcast has now reached 100 episodes!!