Although my ideas of the end are a bit different, this story brings to light what could happen with a corrupt government system. We have freedom at present, but if we get a liberal government, that freedom could be taken away. I believe the true believers will be raptured before any of the horrible stuff from Revelation takes place and this fictional tale of Christians being persecuted could very well happen before Jesus comes to take us. Great story and keeps me on the edge of my seat waiting to see what happens.