MINDANAO, Philippines - The Philippines is a mostly
Christian nation, but in the south, Muslim fundamentalists are trying to
build an Islamic state.
Christians there face persecution and even death.
The island of Mindanao on the southernmost part of
the Philippines is predominantly Muslim. The area's most remote parts
are a haven to terrorist groups linked to al Qaeda that carry out
attacks and kidnappings in the region.
Strong Persecution
Because of this, persecution against Christians is
strong. This year, at least four house churches closed down after their
pastors and lay leaders were killed by Muslim extremists.
Pastor Mario Acidre was one them. His wife, Mayang,
was distraught over her husband's murder, which took place right in
their home.
"My husband staggered into our bedroom and I was
shocked because he was full of blood," she recalled. "I brought him to
the hospital right away. He was operated on for eight bullet wounds, but
did not survive."
Pastor Acidre was a former Muslim who converted to
Christianity. He boldly shared the gospel to his Muslim relatives and
neighbors.
Despite threats to his life, he was not afraid to
hold Bible studies in his home, which he eventually converted into a
house church. Read the rest on: CBN.COM
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