Since we last prayed for Qatar through "30 Days" in 1998 much has happened in the country for which we can give thanks. Qatar is highly influenced by the Wahhabi Islamic reform movement's interpretations of Islamic law on a political and social level.

Eastern Nuristan, a hiding place for the Taliban and al-Qaeda, is subject to frequent attacks, both on locals and on foreigners seeking to work among the Muslims of Afghanistan. The challenge is great, but our God is much greater.