Christians in Russia and China tell us they pray for us. They know what we have yet to learn. When it comes to life or death decisions, those matters which are most important become clear very quickly. Jim Elliot, missionary to South American natives in the 1950s said, He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose. Jim Elliot gave his life and gained eternity.
Persecution humbles a person very quickly.
In the coming years many may have to consider whether they want to play church or be counted with those who live and die for their faith. Some churches will choose to play church unwilling to make the sacrifice needed to follow the teachings of Jesus. The League is committed to making prayer a priority in the coming year. Never has there been a greater need.