I live in a land where silence is safety and faith must stay hidden. Here in North Korea, every part of life is controlled — where we work, what we say, even what we think. Our leader’s image is everywhere, and loyalty to him is demanded above all else. To question or believe differently is considered treason.

I cannot gather openly with others who follow Jesus. We whisper our prayers in the dark, sing without sound, and hide the Word in our hearts because owning a Bible could mean death. I have known brothers and sisters who were taken away in the night, never to return. It is said that tens of thousands of believers suffer in prison camps — some entire families condemned for one person’s faith. Still, we pray. Still, we believe.

Even in the darkness, I feel the nearness of Christ. His presence is our strength and our joy. When we cannot speak His name aloud, we live it quietly — through kindness, courage, and forgiveness. We believe the harvest here is ripe, that the prayers of believers around the world are shaking the walls of fear and control. One day, I know this land will be free — and the name of Jesus will be sung out loud across the mountains of Korea once again.

• Orar por the underground believers of North Korea to remain steadfast and hidden in Christ amid constant danger. (Colossians 3:3)

• Orar por the imprisoned saints — that even in labor camps, the presence of Jesus would comfort and strengthen them. (Hebrews 13:3)

• Orar por families torn apart by persecution, that God would protect and reunite them in His perfect timing. (Psalm 68:6)

• Orar por the light of the gospel to pierce the walls of fear and lies, bringing truth and freedom to this nation. (John 8:32)

• Orar por the day when North Korea will lift its voice in worship, declaring that Jesus Christ alone is Lord. (Habakkuk 2:14)