A wake-up call sounds in Kings Lynn
Last Sunday The Branch Christian Fellowship, Kings Lynn, invited Nissar Hussain a convert from Islam to Christ to their church to share his personal
experience of persecution since becoming a Christian.
As Nissar shared his account the fellowship was reminded of the testimonies of many believers residing in the Middle East and parts of Africa that
suffer severe persecution simply for owning the Name of Christ. Nissar’s testimony however is one of a UK Christian who has suffered due to the intolerance
that is so common amongst those who claim Islam as their religion.
The event was organised by the British Pakistani Christian Association a group who have been providing counselling, and support to the family. The
BPCA have been helping Nissar and his family get back on their feet after a period of severe threats and attacks. In NIssar’s case this intolerance
towards a convert from Islam began with sneers and verbal abuse, but quickly developed into destruction of property and ultimately an abhorrent violent
attack on Nissar himself that left him eleven days in hospital. See video of Nissar’s attack (click here)
BPCA believe, that Nissar’s account is a wake-up call to UK Christians to stand in genuine empathy with persecuted believers at home and abroad, realising
that real persecution is happening in our own land.
David Bizley, the vision leader at The Branch says, “It is perhaps easier for us to pray and send money to organisations that are ministering to our brothers and sisters away from our direct view, it takes a level of courage though for Christians in the UK to stand up for persecuted brethren right on our doorstep. Words are not enough, it is now time for action!”
Wilson Chowdhry, Chairman of the BPCA, said: “We are so used to hearing of Christian persecution abroad but the discovery of a 15 year campaign of hatred towards the family of Nissar Hussain, sheds light on growing polarisation in our own communities. The hardline Islam taught in many UK mosques is a breeding ground for hatred that must be curbed. Bridging the gap is essential to bring peace to our future generations.”
