by Randal Matheny

The war has begun. So many of God's people have prayed daily that the conflict might be averted. Unfortunately, that has not been possible. Now, the sufferings Saddam Hussein has inflicted upon his own people and others have come back upon his head.

The State Department of the U.S. warned citizens abroad that they face increased danger of retaliatory terrorist actions and anti-American violence. This blanket warning applies in different degrees, depending on the country and region of the world.

Here in Brazil, the great majority of people are against the war. But we feel little danger, for the threat of violence appears to be minimal.

Life here continues normally, though war dominates the conversations. We work as usual to fulfill our task, regardless of the circumstances, at the same time we take into account the winds of popular opinion.

Our greatest concerns are for the soldiers in the war, possible terrorist targets within the United States itself, and the innocent men, women, and children who have suffered for so long under a cruel dictator and must now suffer again because of his evil deeds.

We pray for a quick conclusion to the war and for a peaceful solution. At the same time, we know that the definitive solution comes only through Jesus Christ our Lord.

That is why we remain at our posts, as do you.

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