A Pakistani Christian mother who was convicted in 2010 for blaspheming the prophet Muhammad was acquitted today, and Pakistani Christians are now asking for prayer.
According to Open Doors USA, a world persecution watchdog, violent protests have broken out across the country following Bibi’s acquittal and release.
Open Doors USA reports that Christians on the ground made a statement to say, “We call on Christians across the country [Pakistan] and around the world to pray and proclaim, to demand our right to justice but to do so in a manner befitting Christians committed to being imitators of Christ. Do not destroy property, do not violate people, do not fall into the trap of violent and aggressive behavior.”
The statement goes on to say, “In response to this verdict, please hold back from making any comments that could be used against you. These [hardline Islamic] groups are on high alert and will be watching for any way to increase the pressure against Aasiya [Asia Bibi], Christians and the Church. Let us strive to demonstrate restraint, [as] no use of aggression or physical violence can make up for our loss as a nation and a community. …As a praying people, let us trust God and ensure that we demonstrate Him and His Good News at this time.”
It added, “Let us be compassionate to those who mourn and suffer at this time, and let us be…
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