Do not be ashamed...Pray!
The apostle Paul wrote,
"So do not be ashamed to testify about our Lord, or ashamed of me his prisoner. But join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God,.."2Timothy 1:8.
Around the world today there are millions suffering because they believe in Christ Jesus. Some are in jail. Some in hard labour camps. Some forced from their homes and villages. Some suffering physical abuse. All because they believe in Christ Jesus.
As Christians in a free and democratic society where we have freedoms unsurpassed anywhere in the world.
We in the western democracies of Europe, and North America should remember the persecuted church. Remember those who are in prison or persecuted for their faith.
We may not know them by name but we can pray for them.
Pray also pray for those who persecute them.
Jesus said,
"You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbour and hate your enemy.'
But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you," Matthew 5:43,44.
Please take some time to pray for those in the persecuted church around the world. Also pray that their persecutors will be saved.
Please don’t just think about it.
Do it.
