(The following stories are purposefully vague to protect the individuals who are doing their dangerous work throughout the Muslim world.)
One of the dangers that emerges when Christians get too high of a profile in Muslim communities is that plots can be formed to accuse them of illegal behavior or even to harm them. Pretend “seekers” can come around prayer meetings or sharing times among Christians and gather damaging information. This threat though hasn’t bothered one bold couple in a closed country.
Although living in a Muslim community, they estimate that 60-70 people per week—some acquaintances but many complete strangers—enter their home asking questions about Jesus. These astronomical numbers are unheard of within this kind of ministry.
When concerned co-workers ask the couple about the danger of wolves infiltrating in sheep’s clothing, they confidently land on the side of unwavering faith with their response. Acknowledging the probability that insincere and even scheming visitors have been in their midst, they say, “We’re going to keep teaching whoever comes, and we’ll let God sort them out.”
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Wise as serpents & gentle as doves ... and with the knowledge that God is in total control of our lives; whether we live in a palace like King Solomon or a prison cell like the Apostle Paul.
It sounds like this couple trust fully. May God bless their work and keep them safely in His almighty hands of love.
I have friends who have been in these missionary spots for many years - Tip: always follow what they say in their emails, it isn't a light matter.
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