“You regard us here neither as thieves nor as robbers. Today, as in the time of Pilate, Christ the Savior is accused. Once again there is mocking and scorn, slander and noisy jubilance. But he remains yet, and his glance embraces sinners with unending compassion.” PerseverancePersecution Of ChristiansPersecuted Church Author:Georgi Petrovich Vins-A Russian Baptist pastor