Pakistani Church Growing Despite Persecution

American and NATO Helicopters whipping down on the Pakistan/Afghan border-it's a sound the Taliban and Islamic extremists hate to hear and see.There's only one thing that upsets them even more-the baptism of one more Muslim deciding to become a follower of Christ.It's becoming a more frequent occurance these days in Muslim dominated Pakistan.For nearly five years,Christians discipled a man we'll call "David."He told CBN News he has decided to follow Christ even though he knows it could cost him his life.Islamic militants recently recently shot a man we'll call "James"11 times because the convert was sharing Christ with Muslims.
Miraculously he survived the shooting but his left arm had to be amputeated."The doctor was surprised I had survived because I only had 1 ½ pints of blood left.I told him God's power within me gives me life."James said.Some Pakistani Christians fear radicals may target them for attack because of the Government's crackdown against Islamic militants.Nearly 300 people were killed by suicide attacks and other bombings in Pakistan after the army's seige of Islamabad's Red Mosque.Christians are viewed as allies of America and the West.While most would prefer a democratically elected president,many Christians say President Musharraf has done a better job than his predecessor of protecting them.Protecting his political future may be more of a concern for Musharraf prior to elections this fall.He's seeking another five-year term.
Despite ongoing unrest and politcal uncertainty in Pakistan,Christian Evangelists like "james" say they'll press on.They prefer to confront the Taliban and other Muslim extremists with Bibles rather than bullets."James" insists the attempt on his life and loss of his arm will not deter him from sharing the Gospel."God is providing me with a new arm.I am very thankful.I will work for the kingdom of God."
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