Source: SAT-7, April 24, 2014
It is no secret to Christians that God’s Word is the key to overcoming trials and leading a joyful life. A SAT-7 PARS program titled Secret of Life (in Farsi, Raze Zendeghi) is now carrying the wisdom of Scripture to [viewers in Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan] via satellite television.
True to the program title, SAT-7 viewers are learning the Secret of Life in the Dari dialect of the Farsi language. Dari is among the dialects most commonly spoken in Afghanistan. Hosts Shoait and Mariam use Scripture to address social issues and take phone calls during the semi-live program.
It is risky for people in Afghanistan and Iran to call SAT-7 PARS programs. Secret police are monitoring their phone calls, emails, and text messages. They could be imprisoned or even killed for choosing to follow Christ. Still, they call programs like Secret of Life to share their testimonies and prayer requests.
Recent episodes of Secret of Life have discussed domestic violence, forgiveness, and peace. Domestic violence is a global travesty, but it takes an especially devastating toll in Afghanistan, where victims have little or no access to state services and legal protection. During this particular episode, “Nabil,” an Afghan father, called to testify about how Christ changed his life.
» Full story includes Nabil’s testimony.
» Also read Miracle at Christian Day Care Center in Afghanistan – Terrorists Went in Wrong Gate (God Reports).