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Fresh start for Sudanese woman consumed by sadness
Hiba, a woman from South Sudan, felt as if she “lived with all the sadness that is in the world ” . B ut her deep desire for a fresh start is being fulfilled as answers to prayer and one-to-one discipleship from SAT-7 give her renewed hope for “a better tomorrow” .
“I forgave my father’s killer”
Calls for revenge can be deafening in the Middle East and North Africa, where lives are regularly torn apart by national conflicts, community tensions, and personal feuds. But SAT-7 is sharing a radically different message through the stories of Christians who choose to follow Christ’s call to forgive their enemies.
Man from Nazareth who hated God finds faith
“I hate God and will do until the day I see Him.” By the end of last year, Fahad* from Nazareth had seen enough. His mind was made up: God was an evil being who “turns a blind eye to injustices and does nothing in response to people being crushed”. He was certain he could not be convinced otherwise.
Iranian man freed from drug addiction and torment
Having fall en into a n affliction that affects nearly 3 million Iranians – substance abuse – Mani was suffering severe mental health problems and in desperate need of help.
SAT-7 KIDS helps young presenter find her voice
To see Rouba Yamine – a confident, articulate, and talented young woman – today, it is hard to imagine that she once struggled with low self - esteem as a result of bullying and mental health problems.
Great faith amidst brutal persecution in Iran
Iranian believer Bita Rezaei recently shared her remarkable story of ministry, persecution and imprisonment on SAT-7 PARS program New Identity . Her testimony of faith is challenging, inspiring, and heart-wrenching in equal measure. It will show you the depths of darkness and the heights of glory experienced by Jesus’ followers in the Middle East .
Faith under fire
Young presenter Christina Issa shares her story of growing up in war-torn Syria, and how watching SAT-7 KIDS brought “peace and security in the middle of fear”.
Practical Faith for Afghans living under pressure
Finland-based Afghan Christian leader Miragha Sediqi was a “truth seeker” for many years. He shares his own journey to Christ and explains why a series of programs he has recorded on the letter of James is an ideal tool to build the faith of Afghans living under the Taliban.
A heart for Iran’s women – Rozita’s testimony
SAT-7 PARS presenter Rozita Hovsepian comes from a Christian family that has long played a prominent part in the growth of the Iranian Church. She tells us about the family life that shaped her, about the loss of her uncle, and about her calling to share God’s Word with women in Iran through SAT-7 PARS program New Identity.
God’s work in Turkish young people’s lives through SAT-7 TÜRK
For SAT-7 TÜRK, engaging and supporting young Christians in their faith journey includes offering work opportunities that enable them to be role models for other young people. Here is the testimony of one of the channel’s newest employees, who is working in the Viewer Support team, helping and encouraging young viewers.
Unexpected encounter brings encouragement to SAT-7 TÜRK
"Nora…. hey, Nora! Is that you? Oh, I’m so excited! You don't know me, but I know you. You’re one of my favourite presenters on SAT-7 TÜRK!"
An Afghan man’s longing for freedom of religion or belief
Since August 2021, Elham , * a man living in Afghanistan , has been in contact with the SAT-7 PARS Viewer Support team , who have walked virtually with him through the turmoil of Taliban control in Afghanistan and Elham’s ongoing search for truth and freedom .
Refugees: Being heard, finding hope
Nashwan from Iraq owned a flourishing business and a house, but militants who overran his area threatened to kill him and his family. They all fled their home and later moved to Egypt, but Nashwan can neither obtain a work permit and find suitable employment, nor enrol his daughters in school.
Honouring marginalised women in Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan
SAT-7 PARS’ live women’s program Insiders is challenging culturally accepted actions and behaviour that restrict women’s rights and lives in Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan, and reinforce the notion of women as second-class citizens. A special episode of Insiders broadcast on Women’s Day, 8 March, will highlight the role of women as heads of households and as breadwinners.
Iranian woman testifies to SAT-7 PARS’ impact in her life
Laleh*, an Iranian viewer of SAT-7’s Persian-language channel SAT-7 PARS, recently described how the channel has helped her grow in faith and find peace in Christ. Through its programs and dedicated viewer support teams, SAT-7 PARS has been serving viewers in Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan for over 15 years.
Afghan mother speaks of hope in Christ despite extreme isolation
Afia*, a Christian mother in Afghanistan, reached out in response to the hopeful messages on SAT-7 PARS’ program Golden Advice: Jungle of Golpand . Afia says that since the Taliban regained control of the country, six months ago, as a Christian and a woman she is “isolated as though diseased” – and yet she is sustained by Christ. Please pray for Afia and her children as you read her story.
Bijan’s prayer: an Iranian boy’s story of faith
Thirteen-year-old Bijan from Iran recently got in touch with Persian children’s show Hashtag , asking to give his life to Jesus. Here, he shares his story of faith – ending with a beautiful prayer that blessed the whole team.
How does God work when we are at rock bottom?
Maged Shafik’s life was once so full of danger and darkness that he was the target of attempted murder three times. Today, he is a well-known worship leader in Egypt, a man of peace and faith. To encourage the many SAT-7 ARABIC viewers, from Lebanon to Yemen, who feel they are at rock bottom, Maged shared his testimony on the worship program Keep on Singing .
Setting Iranian children on the right path
“Thank you for telling these [Bible] stories to our kids so they can find the right path in life,” says Zohreh *, an Iranian Christian mother whose daughter watches SAT-7 PARS. As we hear the family’s story, Presenter Parastoo Poortaheri and Audience Relations team member Rahel * share how the channel guides young people on their life journeys.
Urgent prayer needed for “terrified” Christians in Afghanistan
SAT-7 calls for urgent prayer for Afghanistan , especially for Christians who fear torture and execution and are asking fellow believers to be their voice . “People are terrified , everyone is afraid ,” one Christian girl says . “ I am only 16 years old and cannot take what is happening around me. I’m crying out to God right now . ”
Isolated believers: Iran
“Regarding our circumstances, we have nothing, yet we thank God,” says Laleh *, who lives in a remote village in Iran. “I am content because we live with God and have peace.” During our Open Studios events, we heard Laleh’s story – and how SAT-7 PARS is a lifeline for isolated believers who follow Christ amid extreme difficulty.
SAT-7 calls for prayer as Afghan Christians fear the future
“Our friends, our brothers and sisters in Christ in Afghanistan, are telling us how afraid they are – that their lives will be snuffed out. It is a very dire situation,” says Mikael Tunér, a SAT-7 PARS Partner. Following the shocking Taliban takeover, SAT-7 calls for prayer as the channel responds with intercession and special programming to support viewers.
Pray for Afghanistan as fighting intensifies
SAT-7 appeals for prayer as tens of t housands of Afghan families attempt to escape the fighting between the insurgents and Afghan military , currently liv ing in fear of what a return to Taliban control after 20 years might mean in their districts and cities.
Courage, faith, and hope from families at the Beirut blast site one year on
Families from across the city who lost loved ones share how the blast changed their families forever, as well as inspirational messages of resurrection and hope for all in Beirut one year on from the devastating explosion.