A Verse for Today

Independence Day is always a good time to stop and consider the precious freedoms we enjoy in our nation and to give thanks. We have so much to be grateful for, especially the freedom to worship. I’ve traveled to many countries around the world, and have witnessed the hard-fisted restrictions on religious freedom and yes, even the heartbreaking persecution of Christ-followers.

It’s why I recently wrote an article for Solutions Magazine about often-overlooked targets of persecution. Take a minute to read it and share it with your Facebook friends… then join me this Independence Day in thanking God specifically for the freedom we enjoy to worship Him in America. And let’s all follow the advice in Ephesians 6:18, “Stay alert [we can’t afford to get complacent in our Christianity!] and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.”