Over 400 million Christians face persecution worldwide. Dan Ole Shani, CEO of Open Doors, reveals the shocking truth about the global war on faith.In this episode:We sit down with Dan Ole Shani, Global CEO of Open Doors International, to discuss the staggering reality of Christian persecution worldwide. From the extreme violence in Sub-Saharan Africa to the impenetrable wall of North Korea, Dan shares the harsh realities faced by millions. He shares his own journey from a traditional Maasai tribe to leading a global ministry, the importance of the Arise Africa campaign, and how Western Christians must prepare for the rising tide of secular intolerance. Dan also sheds light on the miraculous ways God is moving in the Middle East through dreams and the incredible resilience of believers in China.About Dan Dan Ole Shani:Role: Global CEO of Open Doors InternationalKnown for: Advocating for persecuted Christians globally, managing crises in volatile regions, and authoring the World Watch List.🔗 Connect with Dan Dan Ole Shani & Open Doors:Website: https://www.opendoors.org/Open Doors US: https://www.opendoorsus.org/⏱️ Chapters:00:00 - Introduction: The Global Crisis of Persecution01:12 - Dan's Testimony: Finding Jesus at 1405:17 - The 2026 World Watch List: 388 Million Christians Under Threat08:46 - Persecutors Becoming Believers: A Story from China11:20 - How Governments Suppress Religious Freedom13:06 - The Violence in Nigeria: Why Christians Are Targeted16:56 - The Difference Between Persecution in Africa vs. Asia19:08 - The Historical Fault Lines of Faith in Nigeria23:25 - How Persecution Tests and Refines Faith26:32 - Is the West Prepared for Persecution?30:05 - How Open Doors Collects Data from Closed Countries32:02 - The Personal Toll: Managing Trauma as a Leader40:28 - Family Persecution: The Deepest Sense of Betrayal42:01 - Praying for Persecutors: An Afghani Father's Unimaginable Faith47:48 - The Arise Africa Campaign: Praying for Peace48:52 - North Korea: The Most Difficult Place to Be a Christian51:00 - Are There Still Christians in North Korea?54:30 - The Middle East: Jesus Appearing in Dreams58:00 - Dan’s Legacy: Committed to the Great Commission📚 Resources Mentioned:Arise Africa CampaignWorld Watch List🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to never miss an episode! 📢 Share this message with someone who needs encouragement today.Connect With Zach and Path of the Cross Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@PathoftheCrossPodcast?si=I8aPszhY_vvQbvebFollow Zach Schumaker: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachschumaker/ X: https://x.com/ZachSchumaker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zach.schuz.schumaker TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachschumaker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachschumaker/Path of the Cross Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pathofthecrosspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574915377314About Path of the Cross: Path of the Cross Podcast bridges the gap between the heart and the mind through raw testimonies and deep theological truth. Hosted by Zach Schumaker, we explore apologetics, Bible history, and the reality of suffering to equip the whole believer. Subscribe to discover not just what to believe, but why it matters.Check out my other shows: The SchuZ Show: https://www.youtube.com/@theschuzshow/featuredThe Iron Compass: https://www.youtube.com/@TheIronCompassShowHashtags: #DanOleShani #PathOfTheCross #ChristianPersecution #OpenDoors #WorldWatchList #ReligiousFreedom #FaithUnderFire #Nigeria #NorthKorea #MiddleEast #ChristianTestimony #GreatCommission #SpiritualWarfare#POTCP Episode 28