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Rising Through Persecution: Hope for India’s Next Generation  Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:10

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Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

This article was written for Light A Candle by Burn USA Coordinator, Michael Coons. Burn is a global movement of 24/7 prayer and worship. To learn more or find a Burn furnace near you, visit Burn24-7.com

There have recently been more regulations and restrictions placed on women than ever before, even in biblical times. Shari'a law and "morality police" are imposing impossible demands on women not to allow any skin (even hands or eyes) to show, to refrain from even looking at a man who is not related to them, and to disallow them from speaking in public. Women in many nations are burdened with the weight of expectations that are meant to crush them. This was never God's intention for women.

Have you ever wondered, "Does child sponsorship really make a difference?" The answer is a powerful YES! Sponsorship isn't just about financial support—it's about breaking the cycle of poverty and protecting children from trafficking by tackling the root causes of their vulnerability. In India, human trafficking is the second-largest form of organized crime, with a staggering 38.3% increase over the past five years. Every year, around 135,000 children are trafficked, trapped in a nightmare of exploitation and abuse. 

If you've felt the call to the nations and have been curious about the cost to being a full-time missionary read on for the common roadblocks to overcome!

The bible is full of the eternal rewards of persecution. The disciples prayed for boldness and gave thanks that they were counted worthy! Light a Candle chooses to work in highly persecuted nations....