Tue 2 Dec 2025. Faith Under Fire in the Middle East

Three compelling discussions about faith in the birthplace of the church - a faith born under fire that nonetheless spread like wildfire, and is still enkindling the flame of devotion in spite of politics, geography and persecution.  Dr Craig Heilmann reflects on a historic agreement on the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Council, as Patriarch Bartholomew and Pope Leo XIV vow to grow communion; Rev. Matt Maslin (laidlaw.ac.nz) examines the eschatology behind what may be hindering compassion towards Gazan civilians; And Barnabas Aid NZ's CEO Stephanie Johnston updates Andrew Urquhart on the threat of further violence facing Syria's persecuted church. (barnabasaid.org/nz) Join the conversation & text your thoughts to 8168, keyword "Comments"; and visit www.thoughtsandcomments.co.nz for more content. Support Rhema: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?brand=rhema&utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=linkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.