Release International has a vision. That vision is for a world in which the whole Body of Christ, meaning everyone who follows Jesus, understands persecution and responds prayerfully, pastorally and practically every time a Christian is persecuted. An unattainable vision? Perhaps. However Paul talks to newLife on why it is so vitally important to strive towards that goal and how Jesus followers can play their part in helping, no matter where in the world they live.

Follow the link below to access to a video of Habila, who Paul refers to around 27 minutes into the talk as an example of a Christian who has suffered persecution for his Christianity and who still lives lives with the threat of persecution:

https://www.youtube.com/embed/bHLqhzI5Se0