From the Voice of Martyrs
Brother
Jonathan, a VOM international ministries worker, says there is a gospel
wildfire burning. Around the world, we’re seeing the gospel go forward
like never before in the history of the church. But what is the air that
gives life to this wildfire? What is the fuel, the spark, and the
accelerant? Jonathan shares examples from our persecuted family of how
this holy fire is lit and how it burns brightly, even in the midst of
persecution and suffering. He also challenges Christians in free nations
to pray and boldly work to see this same wildfire burn in our nations
as well.
Colombia: "We All Know the Risk"
Pastors
in the "red zone" areas of Colombia--areas controlled by FARC
guerillas--are targets. The FARC resents the gospel message which makes
it harder to recruit the population to support the guerrilla movement.
Pastors in such areas face danger and threats. This week on VOM Radio
we'll discuss how The Voice of the Martyrs provides such pastors with
training and encouragement and how these encounters bless them, as well
as the VOM workers involved. You'll also hear an update on two ongoing
court cases; the case against Asia Bibi in Pakistan and the ongoing
trial of two pastors accused of espionage in Sudan.
Most American Christians think persecution is something that happens
only in far-off places. Many don’t realize that Christians in
Mexico—right next door—can face persecution. In Chiapas, Zapatista
rebels pressure those who choose to follow Jesus to renounce their faith
in Christ and return to the traditional religion and superstitions of
the area. Christians are kicked out of their homes and villages, left
with nothing. “Ivan” oversees VOM’s ministry to these bold believers,
and this week he shares about meeting with them and how God continues to
work in spite of the persecution they face.
Please pray for those mentioned. If you would like pray for other persecuted Christians, please go to:
https://secure.persecution.com/radio/default.aspx?pdid=6181
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