If you read persecutionblog.com often, you know that in recent weeks there have been numerous reports of increased persecution in India. In the past three weeks, two Christian leaders were martyred because they were courageous to preach the gospel despite threats against their lives. The death of these precious brothers shows us, even in the midst of the most difficult circumstances; Christians are making a difference, even if it costs their lives.
I am convinced they are driven by the great love for their savior Jesus Christ and the lost. Every day I read what Christians experience because of their relationship with Jesus. Their courage teaches me how to love God more, strengthens my relationship with Jesus and challenges me to pray for them even more. Believers in India covet our prayers and are grateful that believers around the world think of them and pray for them. This week as you pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters around the world, ask God to give Christians in India boldness and wisdom to be witnesses for Christ in spite of threats and attacks against them.