1 877-431-4276Pray for Manipur | Developing a Theology of Suffering
Since May of 2023, the Christians in the state of Manipur in the nation of India have experienced persecution. Churches have been burned down, people have been attacked, and the Federal government of India has turned a blind eye to the violence. On today’s episode of the Evangelism Podcast I speak with Khamthianmang Thangsing (Mang) from Manipur about how the church should pray for our brothers and sisters in Manipur and we talk about developing a theology of suffering.
Key Points:
- In the state of Manipur, India, Christians have faced severe persecution since May 2023, with over 500 churches burned down and hundreds killed, tortured, or displaced.
- The conflict is largely between the Christian hill tribes and the Hindu-majority Meitei people, with the federal government of India accused of not protecting the Christian minority.
- The guest, Hmong from Manipur, describes the suffering of his family and the need for the global church to stand with the persecuted Christians of Manipur through prayer and solidarity.
- He discusses developing a theology of suffering, emphasizing that suffering for the sake of Christ is good, as it allows one to draw closer to God and that the cross represents both the depths of human evil and the heights of God’s love and forgiveness.
- The guest encourages praying for the victims, especially the children, and calls the global church to be intentional and consistent in prayer for Manipur.