I wanted to take a moment to let you know that Focus on the Family today is airing a show about Christian persecution. I'll update you soon with some other news.

Hopegivers International sent out a prayer request for Dr. Sam yesterday. Here is part of what they had to say...

Yesterday we talked a little bit about Christian persecution in Ethiopia. Today I wanted to share with you another story from Ethiopia that truly saddens my heart. As you read this, please think of the family and friends of the slain Christian, and remember them in your prayers.

Recently there have been a number of comments left on this blog that I have had to delete. The reason I have deleted these comments isn't because I have an issue with differing opinions, the reason I have deleted these comments is because they either had nothing to do with the post being commented on, or they have been very rude and unacceptable.

A few months ago you may remember we mentioned this sad situation with Jill Carroll being taken as a hostage in Baghdad. Today, we can rejoice because she has been set free. CNS News.com has a nice article about the situation.

Yesterday Agape Press reported about Abdul Rahman's release from prison and asylum in Italy. I think it's totally amazing how the Lord has used this case to bring attention to suffering saints, especially in underground churches, in Afghanistan. Here's part of the article.

Todd Nettleton did an interview with Joe Pursch who is the host of "Real Talk", a nightly radio talk show on culture and politics heard throughout Northern California on Salem Broadcasting's AM 710 KFIA in Sacramento. I think this is pretty cool, and it is from Joe's blog on Crosswalk.com

Today I wanted to offer you another bit of encouragement from the book Extreme Devotion. This story is sure to touch your heart.