July 20th - August 18th is Ramadan, the holiest time for a Muslim. Would you pray during these days for fellow Christians living in Islamic-dominated countries, for strength when they are harassed, for comfort when they are fearful, but most importantly that they may be emboldened to share the Gospel when possible?

"Blessed are they who suffer persecution for justice sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."

Day 30: August 18

There is a kind of joy in suffering true persecution which confirms our relationship with Christ.

Father God, on the last day of Ramadan may Christians be abundantly filled with joy even in the midst of their persecution.  May the source of that joy be a mystery to their persecutors causing them to seek to know the reasons ... and may they find You.