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Gospel for Asia Update - Religious Freedom in Danger
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April 19, 2005 - Vol. V Issue 9 - 175,000 Subscribed
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Let me share with you a scene that is fresh on my mind … and dear to my heart. A group of Asian believers recently traveled two weeks by foot, carrying their luggage with them. Do you know where they were going? They were on their way to a week-long gathering for worship, fasting and prayer.
I am struck by their deep love for Jesus, and their thirst for more of Him. And I hear many more such stories when I talk to our leaders on the field. Precious people in the 10/40 Window are finding hope and loving their Savior, no matter the cost.
Yet as I write to you today, dear friend, we are facing a critical situation that could prevent such people from ever hearing the Gospel! News reports reveal that various government bodies in India are trying to pass—or have already passed—legislation banning men and women from accepting Christ as their Savior!
Though officials of these governments claim that the law is meant to “protect” people from being forced or offered inducements to convert, the reality is that people who have been physically and spiritually oppressed for centuries—particularly India’s Dalits—are crying out for the freedom to choose their religion.
Much is at stake as these governments vote on these laws. I know you will pray with me that the Lord will show Himself strong and mighty on behalf of so many people who thirst for freedom and hope.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your partnership in the Gospel. And I want you to know that your labor for Him is not in vain.
K.P. Yohannan
Founder & President
Gospel for Asia
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April 19, 2005 - Vol. V Issue 9 - 175,000 Subscribed
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Let me share with you a scene that is fresh on my mind … and dear to my heart. A group of Asian believers recently traveled two weeks by foot, carrying their luggage with them. Do you know where they were going? They were on their way to a week-long gathering for worship, fasting and prayer.
I am struck by their deep love for Jesus, and their thirst for more of Him. And I hear many more such stories when I talk to our leaders on the field. Precious people in the 10/40 Window are finding hope and loving their Savior, no matter the cost.
Yet as I write to you today, dear friend, we are facing a critical situation that could prevent such people from ever hearing the Gospel! News reports reveal that various government bodies in India are trying to pass—or have already passed—legislation banning men and women from accepting Christ as their Savior!
Though officials of these governments claim that the law is meant to “protect” people from being forced or offered inducements to convert, the reality is that people who have been physically and spiritually oppressed for centuries—particularly India’s Dalits—are crying out for the freedom to choose their religion.
Much is at stake as these governments vote on these laws. I know you will pray with me that the Lord will show Himself strong and mighty on behalf of so many people who thirst for freedom and hope.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your partnership in the Gospel. And I want you to know that your labor for Him is not in vain.
K.P. Yohannan
Founder & President
Gospel for Asia
::: Sponsor a Native Missionary: http://www.gfa.org/sponsor?motiv=LA54-G2SP
::: About Gospel for Asia: http://www.gfa.org/aboutgfa
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