Ramadan

The Islamic holy month of Ramadan is upon us. It began September 13 and goes until October 12. During this time Muslims around the world fast (food, drink and sex) from sun-up to sun-down every day. Then when the sun sets they break their fast together. This is the month that is said the Qu'ran was revealed to Mohammed. For Muslims, this month is a time of reflection, devotion to God and self-control. They see it as a sort of "spiritual tune-up" so to speak. A secondary purpose for this time is to reflect on the poor and more unfortunate.

The "Night of Power" which is usually the 27th night of Ramadan is rumored to be the evening that Mohammad received the revelation which is now the Qu'ran. This evening Muslims every stay awake in anticipation for their own power encounter with God. They say this night is better than a thousand months.

During Ramadan much time is spent in the mosque reciting verses from the Qu'ran. Some even spend the last 10 days of the fast in the mosque entirely devoted to worship and prayer.

I just wanted to share a bit about this for those of you who may be unfamiliar with the month of Ramandan and I would encourage you all to be praying for Muslims around the world as they enter into this month of spiritual significance. They are seeking. May they find TRUTH. To aid you in prayer, you can get daily emails or you can order a printed prayer calendar as a guideline for how to pray for Muslims around the world during this time. You can also email me if you are interested in knowing more. Please also pray for Christian brothers and sisters both nationals and expats who are living and working among Muslims. Pray that they would be lights and that they would have opportunities to share the truth of Jesus with those who have not heard.