United Arab Emirates is located on the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman, and includes seven emirates, with Dubai being one of the most popular. The massive presence of expatriate workers makes it hard to determine statistics of the Arab population. Islam is the state religion but there are admirably high levels of religious freedom for an Arab state. However proselytism is still illegal. The majority are Muslim, then Hindu, and then about 8% are Christian. Increasing numbers of people are coming to Christ from other backgrounds – Arabs, South Asians, East Asians and others. Radical changes in the last […]
Ukraine has very few natural boundaries, as it is most surrounded by Russia, Belarus, Poland, Slovakia, Moldova, and Romania, with very little coastline along the Black Sea. The country has struggled to gain economic independence since communism, and is deeply divided between those wanting to reestablish with Russia and those looking westward for the future. The Church was severely persecuted under communism, and some prejudice still remains. At one time, prior to Communism, Ukraine was considered the “Bible Belt” of the Soviet sphere, with a rich Christian heritage. With faithful perseverance, there is now evidence of a regrowth. Ukraine is […]
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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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