The Privilege of Persecution (And Other Things the Global Church Knows That We Don't)

Many Americans view the persecuted church as “third-world,” needy, uneducated, and poor -- sorely lacking in much of what we assume the church needs to function well. Essentially, we see them as being in need of  us. But the irony, say Carl Moeller and David Hegg, is that we’re in much greater need of them.

Through a combination of inspiring real-life stories, first-hand experiences, and exposition of key Scripture passages, Dr. Carl Moeller and Pastor David Hegg examine the "e;normal Christian life"e; of Christ-followers currently suffering persecution around the world. In topical chapter after chapter, the authors conclude that the suffering church's vibrant, sacrificial, and communal faith is much closer to God's intent for His church and His children.  The authors explore the areas of community, leadership, worship, prayer, and generosity, among others, revealing specific attitudes and actions of the suffering church that can renew the spiritual lives of Christians in the West. Each chapter ends with challenging questions and suggestions for personal and corporate application.

DR. CARL A.MOELLER is a dedicated advocate for the millions of Christians around the globe who are denied religious freedom and basic human rights. His mission is to mobilize Christians to pray, encourage and advocate on behalf of suffering believers. Moeller began his ministry in 1983 when he joined Campus Crusade for Christ International. There he gained a global Christian perspective working with church leaders in eastern European communist countries. These work experiences prepared Moeller to turn his passion for suffering believers to full-time ministry in 2003 when he was appointed President and CEO of Open Doors USA. Moeller lives in Southern California with his wife Kim and their four children.

.DAVID W. HEGG(D.Min., Westminster Theological Seminary in California) is senior pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Santa Clarita, CA. He has a passion to promote the health of the church through expository preaching, and a reliance on the Gospel. He is a frequent speaker at retreats, camps, and Bible Conferences. David teaches at The Master¿s College, is the author of Appointed to Preach and The Obedience Option and blogs at www.heggthought.com. He and his wife Cherylyn have three adult children, Abby, Ellen, and Andy.