Radio in Iraq is changing misconceptions about Christians . Broadcast from a tiny studio in Qaraqosh, Iraq, listeners of every kind - Muslims, Christians and those of no faith at all - tune into a radio station very different from what you normally hear on Middle Eastern airwaves. Saut al Salam or Voice of Peace reaches up to 150,000, and it lives up to its name.
The concept of the programs is simple, no politics, no conflicts. The broadcasters tell stories about the church, Christianity, and Christian life, dispelling many misconceptions circulated about believers in the Muslim world. Saeb, the station director says, "Misconceptions that have been passed on from generation to generation. For instance, they think Christians just like to party and drink alcohol - something they despise." Saeb is committed to changing this perspective.
He does this by offering a program on raising children, providing listeners with Christian music, and reporting about cultural events in the church. There are 10 people on staff who dedicate their days to reaching listeners as far as the signal - and now a YouTube channel - will stretch. Their highest hope is that their listeners will hear a message of peace, consideration, and love.
And Voice of Peace is not just for Christians. "In fact, the large majority of our listeners are non-Christians, says Saeb, director of the station. "Our frequency reaches Erbil and Mosul but, through the internet, we reach a big audience in the south of the country and even in countries like Saudi Arabia."
We love this vision Saeb has for his station: "I believe we create love and peace between people. Through our programs, we show our neighbours a true image of who we are - We get a lot of calls from listeners, many saying their views on Christianity have changed."
And Open Doors is helping Voice of Peace keep his vision going. When ISIS destroyed the station in 2014, an Open Doors partner stepped in, providing them with furniture and equipment. We continue to equip believers in media training, providing them with skills that will continue to establish the station as a voice in the region. Let's pray for them today.
Dear Jesus, expand the reach of this powerful voice in the Middle East. We ask that those listening would be touched by what they hear and change their perspective on the church in Iraq. We ask for protection over Saeb and other workers and that You would provide for every need of the station.
Praise Elohim for His wisdom, grace and love for the people of Iraq. There are many Catholics there I humbly suggest we also pray for them to come out of that deception. Thanks so much for joining me in prayer for this wonderful organisation and the good works they do to spread the gospel, feed the hungry, orphans widows prisoners etc with food both spiritual and physical. To find out more please google Open Doors for persecuted Christians online and find the website. This post is taken from Open Doors USA text alerts .
The concept of the programs is simple, no politics, no conflicts. The broadcasters tell stories about the church, Christianity, and Christian life, dispelling many misconceptions circulated about believers in the Muslim world. Saeb, the station director says, "Misconceptions that have been passed on from generation to generation. For instance, they think Christians just like to party and drink alcohol - something they despise." Saeb is committed to changing this perspective.
He does this by offering a program on raising children, providing listeners with Christian music, and reporting about cultural events in the church. There are 10 people on staff who dedicate their days to reaching listeners as far as the signal - and now a YouTube channel - will stretch. Their highest hope is that their listeners will hear a message of peace, consideration, and love.
And Voice of Peace is not just for Christians. "In fact, the large majority of our listeners are non-Christians, says Saeb, director of the station. "Our frequency reaches Erbil and Mosul but, through the internet, we reach a big audience in the south of the country and even in countries like Saudi Arabia."
We love this vision Saeb has for his station: "I believe we create love and peace between people. Through our programs, we show our neighbours a true image of who we are - We get a lot of calls from listeners, many saying their views on Christianity have changed."
And Open Doors is helping Voice of Peace keep his vision going. When ISIS destroyed the station in 2014, an Open Doors partner stepped in, providing them with furniture and equipment. We continue to equip believers in media training, providing them with skills that will continue to establish the station as a voice in the region. Let's pray for them today.
Dear Jesus, expand the reach of this powerful voice in the Middle East. We ask that those listening would be touched by what they hear and change their perspective on the church in Iraq. We ask for protection over Saeb and other workers and that You would provide for every need of the station.
Praise Elohim for His wisdom, grace and love for the people of Iraq. There are many Catholics there I humbly suggest we also pray for them to come out of that deception. Thanks so much for joining me in prayer for this wonderful organisation and the good works they do to spread the gospel, feed the hungry, orphans widows prisoners etc with food both spiritual and physical. To find out more please google Open Doors for persecuted Christians online and find the website. This post is taken from Open Doors USA text alerts .