Pastor Tony, from Anuradhapura province in Sri Lanka, heard some noises outside his home. He went out to investigate only to be assaulted by two men with a shovel who demanded that Pastor Tony stop his religious activities. He managed to quickly crawl back into the house before the men began breaking windows and causing other damages.
When the pastor’s son heard the commotion and tried to intervene, he too was knocked down and beaten. As a result of the beating, he had to be hospitalized for 3 days for treatment of his injuries.
Six days after the attack, charges were filed against Pastor Tony for inciting the attack. Although the charges were proved to be false, local officials sealed Pastor Tony’s home and confiscated church property.
Pray for Pastor Tony and his family, as well as his congregation, that they will remain strong in their faith. Pray that they will continue to be bold witnesses for Christ in spite of the challenges they are facing.
(Source : VOM, Photo : Internet)
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