Morning Wire From Islam to Christ: The Quiet Revival in Iran
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Feb 15, 2026 
Jacob Persley, missionary and pastor who ministers to Iranian Christians fleeing persecution, shares firsthand perspectives. He discusses why Iranians seek refuge in Armenia. He describes the risks converts face inside Iran. He covers regional ties from Syria to Kurdish areas and why Christianity is growing despite intense pressure.
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Armenia As A Refuge For Iranian Believers
- Armenia offers religious freedom that attracts persecuted Iranian Christians seeking asylum and discipleship.
- Jacob Persley says Iranian believers come to his Yerevan church to be discipled and baptized after fleeing Iran.
Conversion Is Illegal But Christianity Is Growing
- Conversion from Islam to Christianity is illegal in Iran and can carry the death penalty.
- Despite this risk, Jacob Persley says Iran is the fastest-growing Christian nation by percentage right now.
U.S. Rhetoric Gives Hope Amid Crackdowns
- Iranian Christians see U.S. statements as hope amid brutal crackdowns on protesters.
- Persley reports widespread pleas for U.S. intervention after heavy casualties during anti-regime protests.
