Torture of Christians in the Philippines

Since joining this site I have had a warm welcome from many kind people. Several of them are residents of the Philippines.

It came as a real shock to read the following news story:

Pastor testifies that he was tortured in the Philippines

I know very little of the Philippines but I can say, based on the communication I have had here, that its people are kind and good. In photographs it looks like a beautiful country. I will certainly pray for the well-being of every one of its citizens.

Mark 13: 9-10

You must be on your guard. You will be handed over to the local councils and flogged in the synagogues. On account of me you will stand before governors and kings as witnesses to them. And the gospel must first be preached to all nations. Whenever you are arrested and brought to trial, do not worry beforehand about what to say. Just say whatever is given you at the time, for it is not you speaking, but the Holy Spirit.