Christmas was wonderful. Several churches had special programs on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day encouraging their members to invite friends. The Gospel was presented many times in simple and profound ways. Pray that believers will be faithful and continue to share with their friends and neighbors.

Taher, an Emirati, was sitting next to me at the coffee shop.  He was a really friendly guy.  We enjoyed our coffee as we got to know each other a little.  As our conversation continued, I asked Taher if he knew about Christmas.  He knew about Santa Clause and presents.  He even knew that is about the birth of the Christ, but he did not know why Christ followers make such a big deal about it. 

As a recruiter Matt receives phone calls often looking for jobs in Dubai and finds a simple bridge to the gospel by explaining hope is not found in a job. Matt was pleased when he received a text from one of the recipients, Joseph, that he got the job. Immediately Matt connected him…

What is one word to describe the United Arab Emirates? The possibilities are endless. Hot, Skyscrapers, Diverse, Bedouin, Opportunity…

December 1 and 2 are holidays here in the UAE. December 1st is Commemoration Day when the country remembers soldiers and civil servants who have died in service. It just became a national holiday in 2015. December 2nd is National Day. There will be events, celebrations and fireworks. Many residents will take advantage to travel or head to a resort with the 2 days off falling at the beginning of the weekend.

Thanksgiving or holidays similar are celebrated in many countries during the autumn months such as Canada, the United Kingdom, Brazil, and Australia to name a few. Tomorrow is Thanksgiving in the United States. Several believers living in the UAE were asked what they are thankful for.