As Christian persecution flares in different parts of the world, it's sometimes hard to know the best way to help. As always, your prayers and support are powerful.

Below are some of the most recent stories from fellow believers suffering in the name of Jesus. Please continue to lift up our persecuted family and ask God to be with them in their hour of need.

The nation of Sudan has been engulfed in a devastating civil war that has had far-reaching effects made worse by the prolonged dry season. As a result, a severe famine has struck, leaving our brothers and sisters facing extreme hardship. Today, we can help 600 hungry Christian families who are on the brink of starvation.

Hear more about the dire situation in Sudan on Instagram and what you can do to help now.

Watch: Christian widow in India won't renounce her faith

Despite enduring unimaginable pain and loss, Suhani is standing strong in her faith and urging fellow believers to do the same. 

See more on YouTube

Christians in Gaza face the threat of extinction

Continued war and violence threaten to extinguish the Christian population in Gaza. Food, clean drinking water, tents and Bibles are needed now. 

Read more on the GCR blog

In Burkina Faso, a local pastor and his family were ordered to renounce their Christian faith or risk losing their home and land to the village chief. "We were forced to find other villages many miles away to seek work," Pastor Emmanuel says. 

Read more from Pastor Emmanuel on Facebook and join others in praying for his family and Christian community.

We are all one family in the Body of Christ. Thank you for your constant prayers and for answering the cries of our brothers and sisters who are risking everything to follow Jesus. 

Gratefully,