What is the persecuted church today?
Hundreds of millions of Christians today live under persecution — from social pressure to imprisonment, violence, and martyrdom. The global suffering church is a present reality, not a historical chapter. We are called to remember them, pray for them, and support them.
Hebrews 13:3 charges us: "Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body."
Modern hotspots include North Korea, several Middle Eastern and South Asian nations, and parts of Africa where Christians face severe pressure.
Concrete ways to help: pray, give to organizations that support persecuted Christians, advocate publicly, host displaced brothers and sisters, and stay informed.
Original BibleDawn answer · reviewed 2026-06. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.