Laos is a narrow, landlocked land between Thailand and Vietnam. It is a complex mix of 143 ethnic groups. Independent from France in 1954, the Vietnamese communist forces were in complete control by 1975. Religious restrictions have eased somewhat but churches and Christians are still watched and targeted. There is rapid church growth led by the indigenous Laotians, but they need training and leaders. Missionaries are forbidden, and media is obstructed by the government. Pray that this will change so that they may have access to the truth and the freedom to choose.
Kuwait is an oil-rich wedge of desert between Iraq and Saudi Arabia. They became independent in 1961 and are a key ally to the West. Sunni Islam is the state religion with a large Shi’a minority. Religious tolerance is higher here than in most of the region. The underground Kuwaiti Church has been growing. Satellite television is probably the most powerful tool in reaching not only Kuwait but the entire Gulf region. There are several Arabic-language Christian channels available. My church supports several of them as do many other missions. Kuwaiti Arabs have been increasingly exposed to Christians through travel, […]
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About the Author
Sue McCusker is a freelance writer, Bible teacher, and former corporate IT Analyst. Her stories have been published in several Guideposts books and magazines, as well as in her devotional book, A Christmas Story Devotional. She loves sharing stories of life, hope, and faith, and inspiring others to experience real faith in their everyday lives.
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