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Tehran’s War on Christianity (Gia Chacon) 5/7/26

51 minutes Posted May 7, 2026 at 9:00 pm.

Show Intro & Host Welcome

Opening Prayer

Topic Intro: Iran & Christians

Guest Introduction: Gia Chacon

History of Persecution under the Ayatollahs

Methods of Repression: Laws, Monitoring & Punishment

Marzia’s Story: Conversion, Arrest & Evin Prison

Regime Control: Internet, Surveillance & Censorship

Underground Church Growth in Iran

How Conversions Happen: Dreams, Bibles & Secret Apps

War’s Impact on Christians in Iran

Formal Churches vs. Underground House Churches

Gia’s Calling: Personal Conversion & Commitment

The Persecuted Church: Joy, Identity & Witness

How to Help: Prayer, Awareness & Advocacy

For the Martyrs: Projects & Ways to Support

Closing Remarks & Final Prayer

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We welcome back Gia Chacon, founder of For the Martyrs, to unveil the harsh reality of Christian persecution in Iran, including arrest, torture, apostasy laws, and regime surveillance. We'll discuss the rapid growth of Iran's underground church, the ways conversions happen, and practical steps that listeners can take in aiding persecuted Christians around the world.

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Tehran’s War on Christianity

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