In times of uncertainty, many Afghans will go and visit a religious leader for prayer or for verses from the Quran to be written out to give them good luck or healing. However, when that fails, many will turn to a “jadugar,” which equates to a witch or shaman, to get their desired outcome. They turn to this mystic form of their religion as a source of hope and solace. With those in positions of authority taking more and more hope away from the people of Afghanistan as they tighten their control, more and more Afghans are turning to these “jadugars.” Pray that the hopeless people of Afghanistan will encounter the faith, hope, and love that only Jesus can give. Pray that instead of turning to mysticism, they will turn to the truth of God’s Word and find their hope in Him.