North Africa/Middle East Refugees in the Diaspora

Two believers were walking in a park, praying for the city in which they now lived. Down one path, a young man happened to be walking toward them. One of the believers simply smiled and said hello. To their surprise, the young man responded excitedly. The believers learned that this young man was a refugee from an open and hospitable country. He now found himself in a European country where it is unusual for strangers to greet each other. The young man was ecstatic to meet them. What a gift from God! One of the believers told the young man that they were Christians and asked if there was anything that they could pray about for him. He shared that he’d be happy for them to pray for him, as he’d had many difficulties in his life. He told a brief story of how he had come to Europe, including in his story the fact that three of his friends had died during the journey. The believers grieved for his hardships but gladly prayed for and shared the gospel with him. Please pray that this friendly face will come to know the love of the Father and believe the hope of the gospel.