Analysis Of Torture For Christ By Richard Wurmbrand

The persecutions of the martyrs strengthened Christianity because the martyrs if they were willing to be killed for their faith then it must be very significant to them. The martyr’s suffering mirrored Jesus’ suffering and reinforced faith among Christians. “They looking upon her in her conflict, beheld with their eyes, through their sister, Him who had suffered for them in order to persuade those who trust in Him

Author Richard Wurmbrand grew up in Romania under the influence of a religion-absent home. This lack of religion and period of poverty caused by World War I led to his bitter heart towards religion, especially that which spoke of God (Wurmbrand, 11). Wurmbrand admitted to feelings of emptiness and longing for a God of love. Spiritual conflict within himself led him to enter a catholic church where he prayed to a God he did not believe in, asking for a God to be revealed to him. After stumbling across a village that he was immediately drawn to, he met a carpenter who had been praying for the opportunity to witness to a nonbeliever (Wurmbrand, 12). This miraculous connection, sharing of the gospel, and fervent prayer led to the conversion of

After reading this book the biggest take away I have gained from it is how to better interpret Ellen White’s writings. I have read many of Ellen White’s books weather in school or

During the persecutions, churches and scripture were destroyed. Many were killed and tortured. Despite this, many remained brave and unafraid according to accounts. The idea of redemption and a magnificent afterlife led many Christians to almost fervently pursue martyrdom. These martyrs were glorified, and miracles were reported to have occurred in their presence. They refused to reject Christ and, in turn, were subjected to torture and humiliation. Eusebius describes the proceedings during the Great Persecution: “…the rules in question brought a certain man into a public place and commanded him to sacrifice. When he refused,

I wouldn’t recommend this book to the average reader. It is a bit hard to read because the author goes into so much depth that the reader could very often forget the main idea. It is a good, informative book but a bit drawn out.

Nechama Tec. When Light Pierced the Darkness: Christian Rescue of Jews in Nazi-Occupied Poland. (Browning, p.71)

Being forced to forget your own faith in order to survive is one of the spiritual hardships Wiesel goes through being in the concentration camps. During

I am reviewing the scholarly article written by Graham Keith that is called Justin Martyr and Religious Exclusivism. The article conveys the message of Christians and the journey to exclusivism. Justin Martyr is considered one of the most influential Greek apologists of his time and studying his thinking helps the reader understand exclusivism better especially in the Christian religion. In this reading we learn of the basis for exclusivism based on the idea that no one can reach God or deserved salvation through their own efforts. The story of Justin Martyr opinion has no exception to the exclusivism of Christianity of this period as we learn of different forms of exclusivism regarding the pagan culture

In the book, the life of young scout Finch is so simple in the 1930’s South. She is having a great summer, playing games with her elder brother, Jem, and her neighbor, Dill. Speculating about Boo Radley, a weird man who lived near them, is the thing they love to do. They even sneak into his house and peek him through the window at night. Over two years, Scout and Jem enjoy their easy and comfortable life while learning valuable knowledge from their father who is a lawyer, Atticus and their neighbors.

While reading the book, I became more understanding to human error. Even something as powerful as the brain is subject to inaccuracy. Not only in one form of deception, but 6. It is painful as a person to know these illusions exist, yet not be able to control them. However, I can take this book as an opportunity to be more cautious and understanding of why things happen the way they do.

I was able to see the world in an entirely different way by taking the initiative to learn about the various movements people have made for the sake of civil rights, and the plights they have faced as a result. It has gone to show the truly evil nature of mankind as a whole, and how liberal ideas are so quickly shut down by older generations of people who refuse to see change happen. This can be compared to Sophocles’ statement on page 3, in which he says, “Wouldn’t it be said of him that he’d returned from his upward journey with his eyesight ruined… and, as for anyone who tried to free [the prisoners] and lead them upward… wouldn’t they kill him?” It is very easy for people to go back into the “darkness of the cave” in order to be accepted. But, because of the people who try to make others see the true evil of those who refuse to learn and change, society continues to move forward.

Richard Wurmbrand writes the gripping story of his life as a Christian in Rumanian under communist rule. He spent fourteen years living in communist prisons for his faith. Ransomed for ten thousand dollars, Wurmbrand escaped to the Western world with the intention of bringing to light the horrors of communism and to be a voice for the underground church.

Persecution is a serious issue that throughout history has shown to be misinterpreted and sometimes even taken out of context. Defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary as “the act or practice of persecuting those who differ in origin, religion or social outlook/ the condition of being persecuted, harassed or annoyed.” Other sources define it as hostility and even ill-treatment towards these groups. My goal with this paper is to focus specifically on Christian persecution from early civilizations (more specifically within the Roman Empire) and then fast-forwarding to persecution within the world today. For modern persecution I’ll be focusing on the RSS () which is ….. in India. “If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.” (1 Peter 4:14)

“For the third year in a row, the modern persecution of Christians worldwide has hit another record high” according to Christianity Today (Persecution in the Early Church). Right now, it is very dangerous to be a Christian in some countries of the world. Countries in Asia and the Middle East show the most violence towards Christians. If history really does repeat itself, Christianity will grow in numbers and in faith. More people will convert and the religion as a whole will be strengthened. This current issue can be related to Christian persecution starting in 64 AD which became most prominent in the Roman Empire. Christians have continued to be persecuted sporadically throughout history.

Hebrews 10:33,34 states “Sometimes you were exposed to public ridicule and were beaten, and sometimes you helped others who were suffering the same things. You suffered along with those who were thrown into jail, and when all you owned was taken from you, you accepted it with joy. You knew there were better things waiting for you that will last forever (NLT). Whomever the author could be for it is unknown to those reminds the Hebrew Christians that they have once faced persecution before. Being persecuted for living a life of Christ instead of self, may bring pain and sorrow upon Christians. For Christ, endured pain and sorrow on the way toward to the cross or his earthly death. The author goes on to say that those that have been persecuted greater things were to come their way. All they had to do was remain faithful to God and God would be faithful to them. Those who are studying this passage of scripture must know that they too will be tested or persecuted in their faith walk, must know that God is on their side. The persecutions will bring about trust, strength, and patience. The issues that come with persecution in this passage of scripture is that Christians does not have to do anything wrong or sin against God, just claiming to be a child of God only brings about persecution. Two ways to overcome this persecution is to know that God is always with his children, and Christ will return to his children one day and carry them away with him into Heaven.