One of the ways that VOM sometimes encourages American Christians to support our brothers and sisters facing persecution is by asking our government leaders to speak out and act on their behalf. These efforts go back even to VOM’s founder, Richard Wurmbrand, who testified before a Senate committee and even took off his shirt in the hearing to show the deep torture scars on his body.

Yesterday, VOM's Todd Nettleton appeared as a guest on In The Market With Janet Parshall, which airs nationwide each week day on the Moody Radio Network.

A draft constitution was passed today by Egypt's constituent assembly, after many representatives—including Coptic Christians—had left the room to protest the process. Several articles of the constitution raise concerns for Christians who fear that more persecution may be coming in Egypt under President Mohamed Morsi's government.

A few days ago Jenn wrote about valuing our free speech here in America. Today I wanted to direct you to a brand new website that has been set up by the Family Research Council called Stop Thought Crimes Laws.