Would you go to church in a boat? What about under penalty of death if you’re caught? I wonder what I would do. What about you? Under what circumstances are we willing to attend any church under penalty of death? It’s happening right now.
Yes, I’m talking about going out on something like that rickety old wooden fishing boat in this image.
If it looks cold and uninviting, that’s because it is.
It’s off the coast of – no – wait. I’ll tell you in a moment.
The headline I read was: Two secret churches in {country name to follow} show how powerful the Bible really is.
The article starts off with this:
In the early morning light, a small group of {country name to follow} believers meet on the riverbank, lugging their fishing gear with them.
Quietly, they load into a small boat and push off from land. It’s not until they’re far into the middle of the river that they … to dig through their gear and pull out their Bibles.
Summary
Discusses the phenomenon of secret churches in a country where Christianity is illegal, and believers meet on boats to study the Bible and worship together.
Biblical Reference: It draws a parallel to the biblical scene where Jesus calls his first disciples, who were fishermen, to become “fishers of men.”.
Safety Measures: These secret gatherings on small fishing boats are out of necessity for safety, as Christians face severe penalties, including imprisonment or death, for practicing their faith.
Reflection Question: The author poses a thought-provoking question to the reader: Would you attend a church in a boat under such circumstances, highlighting the risks and dedication of these believers?
Invites readers to reflect on their own faith and the lengths they would go to practice it in the face of adversity.
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