In
a secret letter that was smuggled out of the country, underground Christians
describe the warlike atmosphere that has gripped their nation. According to a
local Christian leader, "The military army, navy, air force troops, strategic
rocket troops, red guards and red youth guards are already in combat mode.
Urgent meetings are being held everywhere, regardless if it is day or night. At
those meetings officials make decisions on what needs to happen in case war
breaks out, and everyone, including women, needs to be combat ready."
Local
sources report that leader Kim Jong-Un has released a statement to his people,
saying "If war breaks out because of the actions of the US and puppet South
Korean's unpardonable behaviour, they will end up with a disgraceful downfall
and our people will greet a brilliant new day of reunification. The day has come
to show off the power of 'Military First' and our great nation to the whole
world."
Christians
and other citizens, however, are fearful of war and its consequences. "Many
people are in a hurry to purchase emergency food supplies and daily goods just
in case. The prices of goods, including food, are skyrocketing."
North
Korean believers are grateful for the support of their family worldwide and
request their urgent prayers. "I would like to thank the many brothers and
sisters around the world for their continuous love and support," says a local
contact. "We know that our journey will not be an easy one, but we are sure that
our faith, desperate hope and passionate desire will someday bear many
fruits.
"No
matter how difficult life is for us, we never blame or complain about our
circumstances. God has promised us in the Bible that if we seek His Kingdom
first, all other things will be given to us as well. Please pray for us."
Source: Open Doors, BBC News
