Jordan

Pray for those working amongst Syrian refugees across Jordan. Pray that as they serve these displaced peoples and seek to bring them hope, that many would encounter Jesus. Pray for those who are hurting and fearful at this time that the light and hope of Jesus would bring them peace.

Palestinian Arabs of the Levant: The term 'Palestine' originates with the Philistines in Biblical times, and was reintroduced by the Romans circa 135AD. It was not used again until 1917 when the British captured the region from the Ottoman Empire. When 30 years later the UN partitioned the region into two states, Jordan and Israel, the ensuing war caused many to be expelled from their homeland, and their descendants became refugees. Pray for the 2.6% Palestinian Christians to hold onto hope and have courage to reach across barriers to Jewish and Muslim neighbours.

Bedouin Arabs in the Levant: The Bedouin traditional homeland is the Arabian Desert. Some have migrated north into the Israeli Negev region, the West Bank, Gaza, the Sinai peninsula and Lebanon. They speak Bedawi Arabic and lead a harsh existence with few amenities. The Banu Sakhr and the al-Huwaytat are mostly nomadic sheep and goat herders, while the Fellahin take menial jobs or farm on the desert edge. Pray for a movement to Christ among the Levantine Bedouins.

From his base in Jordan, CMS local partner Medhat is building a network of evangelists throughout the Middle East through visiting and training volunteers and following up with individuals. Please pray for Medhat and those he works with, for God’s guidance as they share Jesus with people and grow the network.