Naelia’s came from a Muslim family in Sudan, but she grew up in the UAE. She went to Germany for college and when she was there, she heard about Jesus and wanted to follow Him.

She returned to the UAE and got connected with a church family, but did not tell her family where she was going. Her community was so life-giving that guilt began to weigh on her about the double life she was living. Naelia wanted her family to share in the same joy of knowing Christ that she had. Her community prayed with her to have wisdom and she felt it was time to tell her family.

Grace is from India.  She is a manager in her office in Dubai.  She was taking a special evangelism course at her international church where she was challenged to share the Gospel.  Grace is a serious follower of Christ, and she took up this challenge.  

Craig was enjoying the gorgeous weather in Dubai with his wife.  It was cold back home, and they were glad to be in warmer temperatures.   The highlight of this trip was being able to experience Expo 2020.  The couple had been to several pavilions, some that were extravagant and others that were simple.  They entered the Afghanistan pavilion.  Craig saw an older gentleman and wandered over to speak to him.  The man shook his head – no English, but he called over another man, Abed, to talk with him.  Abed shared that he was from Afghanistan but felt that he would never return there.  He grew quite emotional as he shared about the destruction he had witnessed.

We are grateful that you choose to pray for the peoples of the UAE. We know God hears and is moving in the hearts of those who live in the UAE. Expo 2020 is going strong. There have been special guests and concerts. They have offered free days so that lower income workers can attend. There is still time to come so book your tickets now! Come meet the world in Dubai and share the Great News.

A few weeks ago, Cindy and her family were able to go to the desert for a BBQ with some friends from church. About half the group were members and the other half were people that were invited by members. It was such a wonderful mix and reminder of what the body of Christ looks like. Cindy remembers talking to so many new people that were in need of a Savior.

Bob and his wife were at their favorite burger restaurant for a relaxing lunch with friends.  Thompson, who was from Nigeria, was their waiter.  He was a friendly, patient, and kind guy.  Knowing his country has tribal, Christian, and Muslim citizens Bob assumed with a 'non-Muslim' name like Thompson he was most likely from 'Christian' background.