Saudi Arabia is a monarchy located in the Arabian Peninsula. It is recognized as the birthplace of Islam and is home to Mecca and Medina, the Islamic holy cities. The government is one of the wealthiest oil-producing nations in the world. Saudi Arabia’s culture is rooted in Islamic law, tribal traditions, and stringent social codes, influencing every aspect of public life. Although Christianity existed through early Eastern churches before Islam’s rise in the 7th century, it is now officially banned, and no church buildings are permitted.

The global Church has not been successful in establishing Christianity openly in most of the country. However, missionaries, Bible translators, and modern Christian radio broadcasters have quietly planted seeds of faith, especially among migrant workers. Today, Christian teenagers in Saudi Arabia face enormous struggles: they live under constant surveillance by police, restricted internet access limits their exposure to Christian teachings, and persecution against Christians continues to increase.

Migrant Christian workers in Saudi Arabia frequently endure horrific violence in silence due to their faith. The Saudi Church is under threat because of fear, isolation, and a concerning lack of discipleship for Christians living there. This challenging environment makes it difficult for Believers to support one another and grow in their faith.