What does it look like to follow Jesus when it could cost you everything? Lana Silk joins us to share incredible stories from Transform Iran, where dreams, visions, and bold discipleship are fueling a revival inside Iran’s underground church. You’ll hear about God restoring families, healing the sick, and raising up young leaders in a nation hungry for hope. This conversation will inspire you to live with greater urgency, faith, and passion for God’s kingdom—right where you are. 🙌🔥🌍

About The Guest

Lana Silk is the CEO of Transform Iran, a ministry dedicated to advancing the gospel in one of the world’s most restricted nations through underground church planting, discipleship, and innovative media outreach. Carrying the legacy of her parents who founded the ministry after fleeing persecution, Lana now leads with vision and bold faith to equip believers across Iran and beyond. Her passion is to see lives transformed by Jesus and to mobilize the global church to partner in God’s redemptive work in Iran.

Reasons To Listen

1. Inspiring Stories of Faith – Hear firsthand accounts of how God is transforming lives in Iran through dreams, visions, and courageous discipleship, even under persecution.
2. Lessons for Your Walk – Discover practical insights from Iranian believers that will challenge and inspire you to live out your faith more boldly in your own context.
3. Global Kingdom Perspective – Gain a deeper understanding of what God is doing in one of the fastest-growing churches in the world and how you can be part of His mission.

Big Takeaways

1. Trust God’s Timing – When God says “go,” obedience unlocks His bigger plan, even when the details don’t make sense. Step out in faith and watch Him provide.
2. Prayer Changes Nations – Prayer isn’t passive—it fuels spiritual breakthroughs. Your prayers can strengthen persecuted believers and help advance the gospel in closed nations.
3. Discipleship Is for Everyone – You don’t need to be a pastor or scholar to make disciples. Share your story of Jesus and let Him work through your obedience.
4. Suffering Shapes Strong Faith – Challenges can deepen your faith rather than weaken it. Lean into trials as opportunities to grow and reflect Christ more fully.
5. Use What’s in Your Hands – God can use media, technology, and even your everyday skills to spread the gospel. Be willing to offer your gifts for His mission.

Missional Challenges

1. Step Out in Faith – This week, say yes to something God is prompting you to do, even if it feels risky or inconvenient. Trust Him with the outcome.
2. Pray for the Persecuted – Set aside five minutes each day to pray specifically for believers in Iran and other closed nations. Ask God to strengthen their faith and multiply their impact.
3. Share Your Story – Look for one opportunity this week to share what Jesus has done in your life with a friend, coworker, or neighbor. Your testimony may open the door for someone to encounter Him.

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction – Meet Lana Silk, CEO of Transform Iran, and hear about her family’s legacy of faith under persecution.

02:00 – Childhood in Iran – Lana shares her upbringing during the Islamic Revolution and the Iran-Iraq war, and how her parents obeyed God’s call to leave.

05:00 – Transform Iran Today – How the ministry supports underground churches through media, discipleship, and digital innovation.

08:00 – Rapid Church Growth – The story of Iran’s transformation from spiritual hard ground to one of the fastest-growing churches in the world.

12:00 – Power of Prayer – Why prayer is central to their mission and how global believers can intercede effectively.

15:00 – Discipleship That Multiplies – How new believers immediately step into discipling others, sparking rapid multiplication.

19:00 – Bold Evangelism – Equipping Iranian Christians to share the gospel courageously, even when it costs everything.

21:00 – Reaching the Next Generation – Engaging Iran’s young population through digital church, media, and youth-focused discipleship.

24:00 – Counting the Cost – The risks believers face when following Jesus and the growing dissatisfaction with Iran’s government.

28:00 – Innovation in Ministry – How Transform Iran uses media and technology creatively to disciple and evangelize in closed spaces.

32:00 – Spirit-Led Leadership – Balancing strategic planning with reliance on the Holy Spirit in ministry.

35:00 – Lessons for the West – What Iranian believers teach us about valuing Scripture, worship, and community.

38:00 – Stories of Transformation – Testimonies of healing, salvation, and the power of having God’s Word in local languages.

42:00 – Biggest Challenges – Key prayer needs: government opposition, security risks, leadership development, and finances.

44:00 – How You Can Help – Practical ways listeners can pray, advocate, and support Transform Iran’s mission.

45:00 – Closing Encouragement – Final words of blessing and vision for the future of God’s work in Iran.

Social Media Handle

Official Website: Learn more about Lana Silk and her work through Transform Iran’s official site: transformiran.com

Instagram: @transformiran

Facebook: Transform Iran

X: @Transform_Iran

YouTube: Transform Iran

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