(swah-HEE-lee) – Many Swahili-speaking Arabs of East Africa live in a state of poverty. They save every shilling they can and haggle even over small items. Most families do not own a car or have access to quality healthcare or education. Recently, students in one class were asked about their favorite restaurants. Silence filled the room, and it was revealed that in a class of 30, only one of them had ever eaten in a restaurant. For them, living in a developing nation means that it is nearly impossible to plan well for the future because all of their resources go into surviving the day. Following Jesus will not increase their salary or add to their bank accounts; however, it will allow them to have a relationship with the One who provides for their every need. Pray that as Swahili-speaking Arab believers grow in their knowledge of Christ, they will also recognize Him as their Provider. Claim Philippians 4:19 (ESV) over their lives: “And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”