Applied Theology
In his mid-twenties, Mikail Nabil has determined to make his life count. Like many Americans of the same age, Mr. Nabil spends his days keeping his friends and followers up to date through his blog posts and social networks. And, also like many Americans, Mr. Nabil is not afraid to share his political views. Unlike... Continue Reading →
Should the Christian pray for Satan? If anyone stands in need of prayer it is Satan. He is facing the most awful form of eternal torment for his role in leading humans astray and in fueling the flames of rebellion against the Creator and against his redeemer. Satan is referred to as the father of... Continue Reading →
The position of "pastor's wife" is a difficult one at any time in any place, but this recently released video of Sabina Wurmbrand puts it in a whole new light. Sabina's husband, Richard, was the founder of Voice of the Martyrs. Her story is almost as dramatic as his. This new video tells her story... Continue Reading →
The Assyrian International News Agency offers the latest update on the case of Christians in Egypt. According to their news report, the Egyptian army feels free to lash out at Christians. From the story, Lawyer Hany Ramsis, one of the organizers of the sit-in who was present at the time of the attack, told Coptic... Continue Reading →
Below is the beginning of a research proposal I wrote, but I never submitted it. Instead, I wrote my dissertation, which was, basically, a New Testament perspective on persecution. I would like to pursue the relationship between preaching and persecution. Is that a good topic? Or, would it be helpful for more to be said... Continue Reading →
I don’t understand the outrage against Representative Peter King. He is asking whether there is a problem with Islamic terror within the population of Muslims in America. The sensible nature of his inquiry is on display in the shootings at Ft. Hood and in the attempted bombing of Times Square and in the attempted bombing... Continue Reading →
Earlier today, I posted a blog about our Ethiopian adoption. In that blog, I noted that one of the factors of our adopting from Ethiopia was the fact that the children suffered there in a way they did not suffer in the Philippines. Sadly, two new incidents out of Africa demonstrate the point all too... Continue Reading →
You might remember that as the drama of Said Musa was unfolding, I pointed out that part of the difficulty facing the Afghan government was the threat of an uprising among the masses of Muslims who would be outraged by leaders unwilling to execute the death penalty against those who supposedly blaspheme the prophet Mohammad... Continue Reading →
Are Christians persecuted in the United States? - by Gregory Cochran - Helium. Check out the article above for a fuller explanation of why I think there is persecution in America. Here, I am offering an anecdote from a recent encounter at Southern Seminary. Yesterday, I had the privilege of speaking to a group of... Continue Reading →
Though Shoaib's letter is not as powerful as the letter we posted from Said Musa last week, there is an urgency about this letter. It is clear from the letter that Shoaib is appealing to the Afghan Government based on its own constitution. He is appealing to the government for justice, which is what the... Continue Reading →
In a wonderful sign of Christian unity, thousands of Christians took action on behalf of Said Musa, an imprisoned Christian facing death in Afghanistan for converting to Christianity. Said Musa HAS BEEN FREED from prison and is now safely out of the country. But Said Musa was not alone. Another Christian—Shoaib Assadullah—is facing the same... Continue Reading →
The news is still positive concerning Said Musa. We should remember that his help has come from above, just as Paul's help came to him through the prayers of the saints (2 Corinthians 1:8-11). International Christian Concern has a good piece concerning Said Musa's case from an American political perspective. There are other well-done news... Continue Reading →
Concerning Said Musa, there are reports that American pressure is working. All the tweets and prayers are having an effect. Denny Burk, once again, has done a great job of getting out the information. His post today details the signs of hope for Said. So, we should keep the pressure on as much as possible. ... Continue Reading →
As you have probably read, Said Musa is scheduled to be executed within the next three days. It has been encouraging to see so many people waking up the horrific realities of Christian persecution, especially as it exists in Muslim countries. The Christian Post points out that Christian leaders from Rick Warren to rap artist... Continue Reading →
» Pray for Said Musa | Denny Burk. My good friend Denny Burk has done a great job compiling articles, information, and suggested action concerning Said Musa at his blog, which you can reach by clicking the link above. Thanks, Denny. We spoke of and prayed for Said Musa during our service today. I am... Continue Reading →
Gregory C. Cochran 