Write a Persecuted Christian in Prison
Have you ever noticed that some of the most joyful followers of Christ are those who actually act on what Jesus has told them to do? If you've had any conversations lately with fellow believers, if you're like me, you're most encouraged when you hear your friends telling you about how God has helped them reach out and minister to those in need. Which is why recently when I had the opportunity to go to a The Voice of the Martyr's meeting, I was thrilled to see this body of Christians not merely listening to the words of God - but also ACTING on them by remembering those who are in chains and writing them letters.
The Voice of the Martyrs has made writing to persecuted Christians so easy, and you really should do it because your letters mean so much. Your letters also help get some prisoners released and they offer tremendous encouragement to our suffering family.
Right now at Prisoner Alert.com there are 3 prisoners highlighted who you can write to in literally minutes. Let me highlight one of the prisoners for you.
Pastor Zhang Rongliang was sentenced to 7 1/2 years in prison. According to China Aid Association the July 4 verdict was issued by Zhongmu County People’s Court.
Pastor Zhang Rongliang, a prominent Chinese house-church leader, was arrested in a rented apartment at Xuzhai village the afternoon of December 1, 2004. Zhang already had spent 12 years in prison for his faith during five separate detentions. He experienced harsh torture, including electric shock, during his previous prison terms. After being held in prison for a year, the officials attempted to transfer him from the prison in Xinmi to one in Zhongmu. Fearing that because of his fragile condition he might die, officials at Zhongmu would not accept him. He was instead taken to a hospital in Xinmi. Pastor Zhang suffers from diabetes and high blood pressure in addition to other chronic health problems. Later he was transferred to a Zhongmu City hospital where he spent most of February and March 2006.
He appeared in court April 6, 2006, more than 16 months after his arrest, for his third hearing on charges of “attaining a passport through cheating” and “illegal border crossing.” At this hearing the court acknowledged there was insufficient evidence for the case and asked for legal advice from a higher court.
If this story has touched your heart, as it has mine, please go to Prisoner Alert.com and write today. You can make a difference!