NICARAGUA: A Battle Between the Gospel of Christ and the Powers of Evil

This episode of VOMRadio features Pastor Chico, a frontline worker in Nicaragua, who shares the harrowing reality of Christian persecution in the country, now classified as a 'restricted nation' by the Voice of the Martyrs. He reveals that over 2,500 pastors have been imprisoned without trial, exiled, or killed—often for simply preaching the gospel, praying for prisoners, or opposing corruption. The government, led by figures linked to the Sandinista regime and even labeled as 'witch doctors' in a National Geographic documentary, sees the gospel as a direct threat to its authority, equating spiritual truth with political dissent. The episode details how the state co-opts churches through organizations like Fianic, which demands political loyalty, flag displays, and alignment with government agendas, effectively silencing the true message of Christ. Pastor Chico describes a climate of fear where pastors must preach under constant surveillance, knowing spies in their congregations may report them, and where even exile means losing citizenship and the right to be buried in one’s homeland. Despite this, he emphasizes unwavering faith, citing biblical examples like John in Patmos and Richard Wurmbrand, and calls listeners to pray, donate Bibles, and educate themselves on real persecution. The episode ends with a powerful call to action, urging global Christians to stand in solidarity with their persecuted brothers and sisters in Nicaragua.