(SHEE-ah) – Hamad is not a believer, but he was chosen to help with a translation project of the New Testament into the local dialect. His deep knowledge of the local language and eye for detail made him an excellent choice to help with the editing process. As Hamad and a believer meet periodically to review the project, they have had deep discussions about spiritual truths. Pray that as he is reading God’s Word with a critical eye for editing, the Holy Spirit will open Hamad’s heart and mind to the truth that lies within its pages. Pray that God’s Word will not return empty but will accomplish that which He purposes, for He “desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth” (1 Timothy 2:4 ESV).