Day 5
Saudi Arabia
Praise Points
Praise God for the increasing Church in Saudi Arabia despite severe persecution in the country (The Bible, Hebrews 10:36).
Praise God for the Gospel of Jesus Christ to reach young Saudis through radio programs (The Bible, Matthew 9:36).
Prayer Points
Pray for the migrant worker converts, especially from poor African and Asian countries, as they face the maximum persecution in Saudi Arabia (The Bible, Matthew 5:10).
Pray for secret Christian Believers in Saudi Arabia to have the opportunity to meet each other and fellowship in small numbers (The Bible, Matthew 18:20).
Pray for women (young and old) who secretly worship Jesus Christ in their hearts. Pray for their protection from physical harm (The Bible, Psalm 91).
A Call to Salvation
Let the Salvation of Jesus Christ reach the more liberal minds of Saudi youth and create a new generation of Saudi Christians (The Bible, Romans 12:2).
Promise for the Nation
But He said to me, “My Grace is sufficient for You, for My power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me (The Bible, 2 Corinthians 12:9).
Saudi Arabia, situated in the Arabian Peninsula, houses 9 million (skilled and unskilled) migrant workers. The oil-rich country is one of the most restrictive in the region for practicing the Christian faith. Church gatherings are not possible. Very few Christian believers have opened up to share the Gospel Message with others in Saudi Arabia. Conversions from Islam are unlawful in the country. Not even migrant workers have the freedom to convert from Islam to Christianity. There are reports of violence against Christian Believers in Saudi Arabia, and the majority of these incidents happen in rural areas. Male converts from Islam in Saudi households face eviction from their homes. Women and girls face abuse and violence at home, including honor killings.