Do,

Everywhere we turn, it seems human dignity is under attack. 

The Scriptures leave no doubt as to the worth of each person we see (and those who are still hidden in the womb). We are lovingly and intentionally crafted in the imago Dei—the image of God. We cannot attack one another without attacking the image of the very God who created us.

We chose to make our new issue of Light about human dignity around the globe because of the clear assault it is under on a daily basis. We are calling Christians to wake up to what others are facing—and how we might be participating in it—so that we can uncover the works of darkness, repent where needed, and walk as children of the light, in part, by advocating for the sanctity of every single life. As we do, we show the world a truer picture of who the God of the universe is and remove stumbling blocks to the gospel being proclaimed and heard.

Here are a few of the key resources in this issue:

• Michael and Chelsea Sobolik highlight the tragic Uyghur genocide in China
• Mindy Belz recounts the perseverance of Christians persecuted in the Middle East
• Elizabeth Graham talks with pro-life advocates in Northern Ireland
• Jenny Yang covers the plight of refugees
• And much more!

We, as the people of God, should be on the frontlines of pleading for the correct thinking about and just treatment of everyone, from conception to natural death. May he purify his people so that we wholeheartedly live this out, for the sake of God’s glory and the salvation of the nations.

Sincerely,