Modern Christianity in Africa
The growth of the African churches shows no sign of abating in the face of persecution and hardship.
The growth of the African churches shows no sign of abating in the face of persecution and hardship.
The early church leader Tertullian wrote during the Roman persecutions that “the blood of the martyrs is the seed of the Church.” What was true then is true today as the worldly sacrifice of brave Christians serves to inspire others to take their place and continue preaching the Gospel message.
Henry Martyn (1781-1812) was an English missionary to India, Martyn was inspired by the work and writings of William Carey and David Brainerd.