A Public Break with the Past
Abdulmasi stood up. His double life ended. When he went forward to profess his faith in Christ this time for real – he began a new life in God’s grace. He also opened himself up to retribution from the jihadists with whom he had previously aligned. – “Do not go near the mosque, one of his “boys” later warned him. “They will kill you.” Meanwhile, the church elders were delighted to hear of his commitment but stunned at the revelation of his double life.
Hidden to Preserve His Life
“What do we do with this man?” they debated. “Oust him? Embrace him?” They prayed for three days; and, their decision? They would hide him to save his life. “My son,” the pastor told Abdulmasi, “God is going to use you mightily.” And God has used him. While hiding at the home of another pastor, Abdulmasi could not help but share his faith with Muslims. He always looked for opportunities to introduce Muslims to Christ – and always looked over his shoulder. Many men credit him with introducing them to Christ. He secretly counseled teachers of the Quran, and built bridges to persecutors of Christians.
A Marked Man
Months became years; years became decades; and, Abdulmasi married. He and his wife had children; but, his jihadist past would not be forgotten – he was still a marked man. On one occasion, when Muslims surrounded his house, he narrowly escaped death by slipping out a back way. Three years later, Muslims confronted his college-age son. “We have not come to rob you,” one said. “We have come to kill you because you are your father’s son.” And they slit his throat.
To Be Continued…
Date: 12th April 2025
Martyr: Abdulmasi
Location: Nigeria
Source: Tortured for Christ (The voice of the martyr)
Author: Richard Wurmbrand
Suffering Saturday 138
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