In Iran, a ruling regime is using the power of the state to crush the very idea that faith should be freely chosen. Believers are interrogated, beaten, and threatened—not for crimes of violence, but for worship, prayer, and the words of Scripture spoken in private homes.

Please read the message below from our paid sponsor. Occasional paid messages like these help us continue bringing you The Babylon Bee content you love. View in browser Dear Bee Family,   If you have been following the news about what is going on right now in Iran, you will want to read the message below from our friends at RevelationMedia. Please consider joining with them as they work with Iran’s underground church.   —The Babylon Bee Iran: The War on God  Dear Friends,   In Iran, a ruling regime is using the power of the state to crush the very idea that faith should be freely chosen. Churches are raided. Pastors disappear into prisons. Believers are interrogated, beaten, and threatened—not for crimes of violence, but for worship, prayer, and the words of Scripture spoken in private homes.   And all of this was happening long before the protests began.   Today, millions are protesting a regime that rules by fear—a regime that shuts down the internet, turns off electricity, floods the streets with armed forces, and imprisons and even executes those who dare to resist.     While a failed economy and hyperinflation have sparked widespread protests, a much deeper problem exists. There is a spiritual reality where the powers of darkness have tried, unsuccessfully, to wage war on God and snuff out the followers of Christ.   This week I was able to speak to our primary Iranian ministry partner. He was tired. He’s been up all hours of the night speaking with underground church leaders.   This situation for the church is difficult; it has been difficult for decades and has been getting progressively worse. Currently eight Christians within his network are in prison simply for owning a Bible.   Yet the leaders are demonstrating love. They have a Biblical worldview and mandate. They may protest, but they refuse to resort to violence. And they continue to take every opportunity to share the Gospel. SPONSOR THE REAL STORY OF JESUS BOOKS FOR IRAN Iranians protest the oppressive regime that has controlled the country for decades. Whether the Islamic regime fails or regains control, the mandate of the underground church in Iran will not change. And in the face of the unrest, no matter the outcome, they know God will open the door to share salvation.    We’ve now been asked to help prepare for ministry after the protests. Again, however they end, the Christians know God will open the hearts of many to hear the Gospel.   To aid their ministry, they have asked us to print as many copies of The Real Story of Jesus illustrated storybook as possible.     When I first had the vision to share the brightly colored books in Iran, I thought they would bless the children of the underground church. However, their true value was far greater.     “Yes, the children loved them,” we were told, “but we are using them to disciple new believers and to teach them how to share the Gospel. It is our guide for evangelism. It teaches us to effectively share salvation, from Genesis to Revelation, in less than 10 minutes!”    We are now preparing to secretly print The Real Story of Jesus in Farsi. My goal is to print 25,000 copies. They will be smuggled to over a thousand underground churches as soon as possible.   The cover of The Real Story of Jesus storybook in Farsi used for evangelism in Iran. You can sponsor an illustrated copy of The Real Story of Jesus for only $5. This includes the printing (we must pay extra to those printing and binding as they are also risking imprisonment), storage, and transportation to the churches around the country.   The number one thought of the underground church is not “will the regime be overthrown?” it is “how can we use this situation to share Jesus?”   For every book we print, another Christian will be discipled and learn how to share Christ. And when used as a tool for evangelism, especially to younger people, lives will be changed.   We have been told that each book could help bring an entire family to Christ!   Use the link below to sponsor copies of The Real Story of Jesus today for only $5 each.   Thank you for standing with us, and more importantly, with our courageous brother and sisters in Iran. Please also remember to pray for them during this very difficult and dangerous time.   Have a very blessed Sunday!   Steve Cleary Founder/CEO RevelationMedia SPONSOR THE REAL STORY OF JESUS BOOKS FOR IRAN Help Iranian Underground Churches Share the Gospel Our Iranian partners have a network of over a thousand underground churches eager to receive The Real Story of Jesusstorybooks. The books will both disciple believers and teach them to share the Gospel story, from Genesis to Revelation, within 10 minutes. When you sponsor books for only $5 each, you are directly supporting our brothers and sisters in this country that is one of the most hostile to Christians in the world. Please prayerfully consider what the Lord would have you give today. SPONSOR THE REAL STORY OF JESUS BOOKS FOR IRAN www.RevelationMedia.com  www.i.BIBLE   Copyright © 2026 RevelationMedia, All Rights Reserved. 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