🕊️ SHIMBA THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE NEWSLETTER
Date: October 28, 2025
By Dr. Maxwell Shimba
A Rising Threat: Radical Islam’s Reign of Terror Against Christians in Mozambique
An extremely dangerous wave of persecution is sweeping across Mozambique as radical Islamist militants unleash a reign of terror on Christian believers. In the northern regions, entire villages have been burned, families displaced, and believers brutally murdered simply because of their faith in Jesus Christ.
Recent reports confirm that Christians are being driven from their homes, beaten, and even beheaded, their houses reduced to ashes. The chaos has forced tens of thousands to flee—many walking for days without food or water—seeking safety in makeshift refugee camps scattered across the country.
Among these suffering yet resilient believers are members of Afrika Wa Yesu, a Christian ministry deeply rooted in Mozambique’s rural mission fields. Missionaries Rodney and Ellie Hein, who have faithfully served for over 40 years, recently visited one of these refugee camps—home to more than 60,000 displaced souls. There, they found a community not consumed by despair, but filled with the joy of Christ.
“They didn’t speak of their suffering; they spoke of joy over sharing the Gospel where they were,”
— Ellie Hein, Missionary to Mozambique
This testimony stands as a powerful reminder that the light of the Gospel shines brightest in the darkest places. While radical Islam attempts to extinguish the faith of believers through fear and violence, these Mozambican Christians are turning tragedy into testimony—using their suffering as an opportunity to proclaim the saving power of Jesus Christ.
The situation remains dire. Entire regions are destabilized. Villages are ghost towns. Children are orphaned. Yet, amidst the ruins, the Church stands unbroken, holding fast to the hope that can never be silenced by terror.
At Shimba Theological Institute, we call upon all Christians worldwide to:
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Pray fervently for our brothers and sisters in Mozambique— for protection, provision, and unshakable faith.
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Support missionaries and ministries providing relief and spiritual encouragement on the ground.
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Raise awareness in churches and communities about the escalating persecution in Africa’s forgotten corners.
The blood of the martyrs has always been the seed of the Church. And once again, from the soil of Mozambique, the Gospel is sprouting through tears, faith, and forgiveness.
As CBN News reports, these persecuted believers—some of whom have lost everything—are offering “powerful displays of forgiveness that point to Jesus.” Their lives testify that the love of Christ triumphs even over the sword of Islamism.
“Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
— Matthew 5:10 (NIV)
Let us stand united, in prayer and action, until the light of Christ prevails over every shadow of hate.
📖 Full Story: Islamists Dismember Christians in Mozambique: Powerful Displays of Forgiveness Point to Jesus – CBN News
✝️ Issued by:
Shimba Theological Institute
For Faith. For Truth. For the Persecuted Church.
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