Queen Esther&a group of Jews lived in #Iran,once the Persian Empire's heart.Realizing God brought her into position “for such a time as this,”she put herself at risk to save her people. Today,Iranian #Christians proclaim #Jesus even among friends&family who may be hostile to Him.

It's thought Apostle Thomas brought the #Gospel to #Afghanistan.Despite Islamic&Mongol conquests in centuries since,a small Christian presence always endured.Through history&today with the Taliban in power again,extremists have sought to erase the #ChristianHistory of the #MENA

On #GoodFriday,we remember #forgiveness at the heart of the #Gospel.Alborz* from #Tajikistan shared how he forgave those who killed his brother for being #Christian after reading the Sermon on the Mount.“It deeply impacted me...my heart softened, and I forgave the extremists.”

Part of SAT-7’s #Easter coverage, SAT-7 KIDS is showing various Easter specials for Arab children, including a musical, ‘Salvation, Not Just Death', performed by an Orthodox church in Assiut,Upper Egypt. Read more about SAT-7’s broadcasts over Easter @ sat7uk.org/service-from-b…

Although the spiritual landscape of the #MENA seems like a wilderness,God caused streams to spring up in the desert before(Isa. 35:6) &continues so today.He upholds His #Church&brings joy out of suffering.The resilience of believers continues to inspire the work&ministry of SAT-7

Believers in the #MENA,facing many trials,find comfort knowing #Jesus Himself suffered with & for us.We pray God's blessings as you celebrate #Easter.He has risen!Amen.Our programmes over Easter will broadcast the message of #hope & #salvation;pray it will touch many hearts&lives

Part of SAT-7's #Easter programming,two episodes of kids programme 'Sweet Anecdotes' explores Jesus’ arrest,crucifixion&resurrection.It’s unique as it features cut-out paper figures to tell Bible stories in a visually engaging way appealling to children&adults. #Lent2024

"At #Easter,we remember Jesus’ death on the cross & celebrate His resurrection,which brings #hope of new life in a restored world, & gives strength to face suffering in a broken world. May you know the hope & power of Christ's resurrection this #Easter,”Rita El-Mounayer,SAT-7 CEO

I am joined by Rita El-Mounayer who shares her story of growing up in Lebanon and her passion for using media to reach the world with God's love. Rita is the CEO of SAT-7, a ministry reaching people across the Middle East and North Africa. Watch now: youtu.be/8BkXgkaqLYg

Over Easter,6months after outbreak of war in the #HolyLand,SAT-7 is broadcasting voices of #Christians.Amid the conflict,they're finding hope&peace in the resurrection of #JesusChrist.Read more about life in the war zone&the messages of hope being shared @ sat7uk.org/standing-firm-…

We are pleased to announce that the hit series The Chosen is set to be broadcast on SAT-7 platforms, enabling viewers across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to watch its powerful portrayal of the life of Jesus. To find out more visit sat7uk.org/the-chosen #thechosen

Peter Kerridge had a great passion for communicating the gospel message, through Premier's platforms & ministries. With our shared love of using media to fulfil God's purposes, SAT-7 gives thanks for his faithful service, & prays for his family as they grieve & celebrate his life

As the city of Beirut is being rocked tonight by multiple strikes, SAT-7 UK calls for peace 🕊️ and for prayer 🙏 for its 30+ staff and their families in the city, the people of Lebanon, and for the wider MENA region. #peace #mena #prayer sat7uk.org/call-to-prayer…