In this episode Matt talks to Dr. Aweis Ali from Somalia, who grew up in a Muslim home in and around Mogadishu, the son of a Muslim cleric and preacher.

After coming to Christ and finding some other believers, Aweis' small church suffered a brutal and violent persecution in which most of the believers lost their lives.

This is a story of remarkable faith, perseverance and courage in one of the most dangerous places in the world to be a follower of Christ.

Aweis is a partner of Open Doors and the General Secretary of the Bible Society of Somalia. You can see him sharing a few minutes of his story here on the Open Doors website.

NB. This episode contains some stories of extreme violence against Christians and may not be suitable for younger listeners.

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In this episode we meet Tom O'Brien who has spent more than 40 years living and serving in South East Asia with his family, making disciples and planting churches.

Tom shares some extraodinary stories of twenty years or so in the Southern Philippines, during which he was specifically targeted by extremists multiple times.

We also hear about black magic practices and the culture of blood feuds/revenge killings in the mountainous tribal society where he lived.

This is a story of perseverance and faith that will inspire you to step out into mission, trusting God to be your shield and defender.

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Do get in touch if you have any questions for Matt or for any of his guests.
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You can find out more about us by visiting www.frontiers.org.uk
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(then select from one of our national offices).

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And do check out the free and outstanding 6 week video course for churches and small groups, called MomentumYes:
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In this episode we meet Nate who taks about his 13 years living in the Middle East, sharing stories of healing, spiders, poisoned fish, expulsion and much more.

How can workers deal with burnout and betrayal?

Are there benefits of going to the field in one’s later years?

What are some of the options for scientists to be involved in cross-cultural mission?

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Do get in touch if you have any questions for Matt or for any of his guests.
matt@frontiers.org.uk

You can find out more about us by visiting www.frontiers.org.uk
Or, if you're outside the UK, visit www.frontiers.org
(then select from one of our national offices).

For social media in the UK:
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And do check out the free and outstanding 6 week video course for churches and small groups, called MomentumYes:
www.momentumyes.com (USA)
www.momentumyes.org.uk (UK)
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