Unwavering Faith: Envoy Pledges to Champion Persecuted Christians Against Global Threats
Recent reports from Jerusalem highlight a critical commitment from the US religious freedom ambassador-designate, Mark Walker, to vigorously address the global persecution of Christians and to promote the sacred right to worship freely.
- Who: Mark Walker, US Ambassador-designate for International Religious Freedom, met with diverse faith leaders and American families whose loved ones are held hostage by Hamas.
- Where: His vital visit to Jerusalem, including prayer at the Western Wall, underscored a commitment to confronting religious freedom abuses across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.
- What happened: Walker specifically pledged to fight against anti-conversion and blasphemy laws abroad, and to expose and work to end the horrific slaughter of Christians by Islamic terrorist organizations like Boko Haram, while also advocating for the safe return of hostages.
Why We Must Stand with These Believers:
As followers of Christ, our hearts ache for our brothers and sisters around the world who face brutal persecution for their faith. This isn’t just a political issue; it’s a spiritual battle where the fundamental right to believe and worship is under relentless assault. When groups like Boko Haram commit atrocities, or when laws criminalize the sharing of the Gospel, it is an affront to God and humanity. We are called to be the hands and feet of Christ, to intercede on their behalf, and to lend our voices to their cries for justice and freedom. Our solidarity sends a powerful message that they are not forgotten, and it strengthens their resolve to stand firm in their unwavering faith.
Prayer Point:
Please pray earnestly for the confirmation of Mark Walker as US Ambassador for International Religious Freedom. Pray for divine wisdom, courage, and protection for him and his team as they work tirelessly to combat anti-conversion and blasphemy laws and to bring an end to the horrific violence and slaughter of Christians by groups like Boko Haram. Pray also for supernatural strength and perseverance for all believers facing persecution, that their faith may shine even brighter in the darkness.
This story was analyzed for Christ P2P. You can read the original reporting here: https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-871093
