BAGHDAD (BP) - Violence fueled by those who oppose the march of democracy in Iraq causes many citizens to seek refuge inside their homes, where they enjoy a privilege not afforded to them under Saddam Hussein - satellite television.

Pastor Haitham Akaram, an Iraqi Christian, has realized the enormous opportunity for spreading the Gospel through satellite television and has developed a new program called "Help from the Highest" broadcast on SAT-7 in Iraq.

The program, which Akaram writes and hosts, includes interviews with people on the streets of Baghdad, asking for their opinions on issues such as forgiveness, anger and revenge.

Akaram said he has credibility among Iraqis because he can communicate the lessons of the Bible with the sensitivity of someone living in the same unstable environment.

SAT-7 was launched in 1996 to produce and broadcast inspirational, educational and entertaining Christian programming made by and for the people of the Middle East and North Africa.