Christians believe that we are made in the image of God - each person is a thinking, individual with feelings who should be able to live life free from fear. Being tortured takes this away and makes the torturer less than human.  Because they believe humans are all God�s children, torturing anyone is a crime against God as well as against humans. Jesus was tortured and crucified - he rose from the dead, which is a sign for Christians that God will not let evil conquer good (Act helps in the fight today). In the parable of the �Goats� Jesus told his followers that if anyone helped anyone in need they were really helping him. So by supporting prisoners they are showing their love for Jesus.