Qatar

Praise Points

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the opportunity for expatriate Christian Believers to legally gather in designated church compounds in Doha. May these gatherings continue to be a light in a dark land. “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us” (Ephesians 3:20).

Lord Jesus, we thank You for innovative technology and radio Bible access, which allows Your Word to reach hearts even when physical Bibles are restricted. “So is My Word that goes out from My Mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it” (Isaiah 55:11).

Abba Father, thank You for bringing Christians from many nations into Qatar through work, turning hardship into an opportunity for diverse fellowships. “After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language” (Revelation 7:9).

Prayer Points

Almighty God, we pray for Psalm 91 protection for Your people and give them courage to worship faithfully. “The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?” (Psalm 27:1).

Merciful Father, we cry out against the poor treatment of expatriates who often face abuse and neglect while serving in Qatar. Uphold them with Your justice. “Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed” (Psalm 82:3).

Almighty God, we intercede for believers under persecution in Qatar. Strengthen them to endure suffering and remain steadfast in Christ. “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed” (2 Corinthians 4:8–9).

A Call to Salvation

Abba Father, help Christian Believers in Qatar to disciple their teenagers in faith despite restrictions, teaching them to hide Your Word in their hearts. “I have hidden your Word in my heart that I might not sin against You” (Psalm 119:11).

Holy Father, unite the expatriate churches in love and purpose, so that even in hiddenness they will reflect the oneness of Christ. “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace” (Ephesians 4:3).

Lord Jesus, empower believers in Qatar to boldly witness through their integrity, holiness, and service, ensuring that Christianity remains alive for future generations. “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be My witnesses… to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8).

Qatar is an Arabian Peninsula country with a poor record of human rights for migrant workers. The only Christians in Qatar are migrant workers, and a few converts from Islam who remain in secret. There is no possibility for a convert from Islam to attend a church service or to meet with other Christians. Migrant Christian Believers suffer discrimination amidst the already poor working conditions. Qatari women do not have any rights, and no law enforcement agency will interfere in matters of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or even honor killings. These circumstances make it even more difficult for women to consider conversion—Qatari men who convert face social isolation and, in some cases, physical violence. The majority of the Qatari Church is a result of dreams and visions of Jesus Christ. The Qatari government uses advanced surveillance technology to monitor the movements of Christians in the country. Open Doors ranks Qatar 44th on the list of persecuted nations.