Tortured for Christ

The story of Richard Wurmbrand is nothing short of miraculous. Even if you're an atheist, you can appreciate the heart and courage of this man. Question to Christians and atheists: Could you withstand 14 years of torture and not deny what you believe in?

I would like to say I would, but I couldn't do it; not of my own strength. No person could. The strength Richard Wurmbrand had was supernatural. No person could withstand this abuse for this long by himself. Perhaps this is why God allowed it to happen to him. To be a witness of the mighty power of God. To show that the power of God is stronger than the strength of men. Stronger the communism, Nazism, are any other -ism.

I am not yet strong in my faith. I still care too much about what people think about me and I care too much about myself. To be as Richard Wurmbrand was, he had to completely let go of himself and Christ reigned in him. Very few people have attained this. I don't believe that this state is unattainable or too difficult; it's just that not too many people are that willing.

I hope that someday I will be that willing.