The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is almost all desert, but contains 25% of the world’s known oil reserves. This enormous oil wealth produces 75-90% of government revenue and is the foundation of the economy and infrastructure, while also being used to export Islam globally. Ironically, unemployment among Saudis is high, between 20-40%, largely due to Saudis’ disdain for certain types of jobs. Saudi Arabia is the birthplace and keeper of Islam. People of other faiths may live in Saudi Arabia, but they may not practice their religion openly or gather privately. Saudi Arabia’s record on human rights is one of […]
(Ancient Moroccan tanneries) Morocco is in the northwest corner of Africa. Sunni Islam is the state religion, and the existence of Christians and Jews are tolerated but not accepted (prejudiced). Arab armies invaded Morocco in the seventh century and Islam took over at that time. The once-strong North African Church was erased. Today, Christians are still persecuted and expelled from the country. There are less than one percent Christians and Jews, and even less than that are Evangelical (about .01%). The internet is beginning to change their access to other worldviews, as significant numbers search for the gospel online, and […]
Page:
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.
You must be logged in to post a comment.