In 2012, the number of Qatari believers in Qatar doubled.

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Growth is often slow. Qatar allows foreigners to worship fairly freely, and when there are problems, foreigners likely just face removal from Qatar. But for Qataris who decide to follow Jesus, the price is much higher.When planting the Church in a place it doesn’t exist, missionaries, new believers, and even seekers will face spiritual warfare and persecution. It can range from distractions to serious health problems, insomnia and nightmares, minor irritations and traumatic events. At every turn, there is temptation to quit, to be silent. Fear keeps Jesus followers from proclaiming.

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Read Acts 22 and consider how Paul responded when it became known that he left Judaism to follow Jesus. We ask God to grant courage to believers and seekers, that they would refuse to give up when they face opposition. We pray 2 Timothy 1:7 in the daily lives of seekers, believers, and missionaries.

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