The underground church in Iran is thriving under persecution while Christianity in the West is in decline. Why? Joel Richardson shares what’s fueling explosive growth in the Middle East and what Western believers—and parents—must do differently to raise children with a faith that lasts. This eye-opening conversation challenges our approach to discipleship and evangelism.

Key Takeaways:

Why Iran’s underground church is the fastest-growing in the world
How disciple-making movements (DMM) are transforming communities
What American Christians are getting wrong about church & faith
A practical, actionable step to apply this model in your family

Joel Richardson is a New York Times bestselling author, filmmaker, and teacher. With a special love for all the peoples of the Middle East, Joel travels globally, preparing the Church for the great challenges of our time, teaching on the gospel, living with biblical hope, the return of Jesus. He is a New York Times Bestselling author of several books, an internationally recognized teacher, and has appeared in several documentaries and films by FAIStudios. Joel lives in the United States with his wife and five children.

Joel's website: https://joelstrumpet.com

Sheep Among Wolves II: https://youtu.be/9SAPOLKF59U?feature=shared

Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from the Underground Church