The erosion of free speech in Europe, especially regarding Christian beliefs, is raising alarms among faith leaders and advocates. Instances like Päivi Räsänen’s trial highlight pressures against expressing traditional views on moral issues. As speech becomes regulated, concerns grow about compromising democratic principles and the ability to share biblical truths without fear.
Tag Archives: Persecution
Antisemitism in the End Times
The Bible shares there will be antisemitism happening in the final days as well. Zechariah 12:3 conveys, “Moreover, in that day I will make Jerusalem a massive stone for all the people. All who try to lift it will be cut to pieces. Nevertheless, all the nations of the earth will be gathered together againstContinue reading “Antisemitism in the End Times”
Where It Is Most Dangerous for Christians
One in every nine Christians in the world lives in an area, or in a culture, in which Christianity is illegal, forbidden, or punished, according to the latest report on global persecution by Open Doors USA. That’s a 14 percent increase over the previous year. For the past 27 years, the organization has published theContinue reading “Where It Is Most Dangerous for Christians”
The Privilege of Free Worship
The privilege to express worship to God in freedom is something the free church takes for granted. — http://t.co/BJLmrWPcf0
Remembering the Syrian Christians
So quickly the headlines turn from Syria and the Middle East to debt ceiling debates and budget resolutions. In Syria war is a durable commodity. Just because America blinked doesn’t mean the conflict went away. Even as Secretary of State John Kerry explained his “unbelievably small” war plan—and President Barack Obama polished his speech derailingContinue reading “Remembering the Syrian Christians”
The Myth of the Persecuted American Church
American Christians have a peculiar fascination with the Persecuted Church. We love books such as Radical and The Insanity of God that show what it is like to completely sell out to God and sacrifice everything for the Gospel. I think there are several reasons we love this. We love seeing other Christian’s faithfulness andContinue reading “The Myth of the Persecuted American Church”