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Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2020

This book is so encouraging and hopeful. It's a must read, especially for the American Christians who wonder as they go about their lives wondering if this American cultural Christianity is all there is. There is so much more to God's kingdom that what happens in the US. This book describes what it is like to be a Christian under persecution, it's scary but uplifting. It points away from the weak, self centered, touchy feely American presentation of the Gospel and shows that it is far greater to really follow Christ.

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A Daughter of the King

Okay Book

Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2017

It was okay. It was like reading other books about people being persecuted . Just different situations. I was a good book.

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Excellent must read

Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2020

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Jean Klett

The Middle East Has A Strong Wind of the Holy Spirit

Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2018

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If you have ever wondered if a jihadist Muslim ever came to faith in Jesus, wonder no more. Osama was a jihadist in Syria. While in a coma, his cousin read scripture to him for 2 1/2 weeks. Eventually, Osama committed his life to Christ. His former jihadist team found out, so they beat him for several days. Then a firing squad took Osama to execute him at the place where executions are done. Read about the amazing way God spared his life.

Over a long period, Rashid sent threatening text messages to Farid, an Alawite pastor. Eventually, Farid -- risking his life -- visited Rashid in his home. Read about God working in Rashid's heart.

Noor was married to Nabil, an imam. After his regular beatings, she lost faith in Allah. A friend gave her a Bible, and Noor decided to follow Jesus. The following day she told Nabil, knowing that he might kill her.

More true stories (using fake names) follow the above. They remind me of Jesus saying "If you love me, you will obey me." These Muslim background believers love God so much that they are willing to die and/or suffer persecution. Most of them are NEW believers.

One story recounts how God healed the Druze of major illnesses. Now more than 2,000 Druze are following Jesus.

Throughout the years, I have been inspired by stories of people who have taken the gospel to people of other countries. Now I have been inspired by this book of Muslim background believers who -- at great risk -- have taken the gospel to Muslims.

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Randy

A Must Read - An Anointed Book

Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2017

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I don't know if the link will work, but, there are no words to describe the impact this book is having on me.
It has both cut me to the heart and emboldened my faith. I pray every church puts it in their collection
We are one body in Christ. This book will alllow you to fully engage in The Lords Command:

Hebrews 13 New Living Translation (NLT)

1 Keep on loving each other as brothers and sisters. 2 Don’t forget to show hospitality to strangers, for some who have done this have entertained angels without realizing it! 3 Remember those in prison, as if you were there yourself. Remember also those being mistreated, as if you felt their pain in your own bodies."

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- Reminded me that all other (false) gods that people hold fast to are extremely poor substitutes to the one true God

Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2017

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Reading the accounts in this book have accomplished several things for me:
- Given me a fresh appreciation for having a loving savior (as opposed to a tyrannical one), who requests nothing from me that he hasn't already given to me many times over.
- Reminded me that all other (false) gods that people hold fast to are extremely poor substitutes to the one true God.
- Though it may not appear to be the case, there are always people around me who need to hear the good news of the Gospel...it's foolish of me to assume otherwise.
- Reminded me what a treasure I've been given...the Bible. It's powerful! Why do I tend to neglect it?
- I now have affection for a part of the world that I tended to disregard at best, or have disdain for at worst. There are beautiful brothers and sisters in Christ living in the Middle East, and many others who are desperately in need of the hope of Jesus.

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Ark Chaplain

Awesome true stories about persecuted Believers!!

Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2019

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All of Tom Doyle's books are awesome! I am so inspired by his books that I have three of them in print & in audio. I listen to them over & over again because the persecuted Believers (Christians) are so inspiring to me. I've bought copies of Tom Doyle's books & given them to other people, as well as loaning out my books to other friends. Dreams & Visions, Killing Christians & Breakthrough are other awesome books that will inspire you as Tom shares true stories about our Christian brothers & sisters!.

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Mom of M&M

Riveting Reading - I dare you to try to put this book down once you’ve started!

Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2018

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I know God is sovereign and powerful but that He’s reaching those behind enemy lines is exhilarating and faith boosting! My heart is broken and healed by our God whose Son Jesus Christ is loving beyond my wildest imagination. I want Christians to know that our experiences pale compared to Christ’s revelation of Himself to people who have been previously regarded as our enemies are joining us in becoming our brothers and sisters in Christ! What joy He brings to all of us who know Him, even in far away places of fear, torture, persecution, death, and darkness. Our God reigns victoriously! Praise God!!

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A Must Read Book

Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2017

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Every Christian should read this book. Amidst all of the chaos and terrorism that we often hear about, people are coming to Christ. They live for Christ and share the Gospel in some of the most difficult circumstances imaginable. You will be thrilled and encouraged as you read these real life stories about people standing in the fire. You will feel almost as if you are reading from the Book of Acts. Doyle tells real life stories of people in the Middle East today.

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boatspapa

The real story.

Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2017

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Standing In The Fire is an eye-opener. Tom Doyle, once again, opens our hearts to the plight of those living in the chaos that is the Middle East. He gives the reader a personal and insightful perspective of Muslims that have committed their lives to Christ and boldly face death daily because of their devotion to Jesus. We don’t get this perspective from our daily news. To paraphrase Paul Harvey, “And this my friends, is the real story”. My heart has been changed.

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Sarah Stitt

Beautiful stories of Christians living in the Middle East.

Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2022

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These Christians living in areas that are inhospitable to their beliefs are inspiring. How quickly they are willing to share the gospel with others and give their lives for Jesus. Their faith is inspiring and their stories are a good reminder to pray for them.

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cbarnes

Both were so powerful and wonderfully written that I was afraid Standing in the Fire ...

Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2017

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I read Doyle's first two books, Killing Christians and Dreams and Visions. Both were so powerful and wonderfully written that I was afraid Standing in the Fire might not measure up. Shame on me! God's power is still at work in the Middle East, and the stories of his work in this book are just as impactful as Doyle's first two books. This is a natural addition to your library if you enjoy learning about and praying for the persecuted church abroad. I can't recommend this book highly enough!

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