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Lovefast 7: What concerns Muslim parents?
By Chas from Mahabba Croydon
Daily verse
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her”
Thought for the day
Care for the family
Here are some real stories of families in London. (All names have been changed.)
Mohammed is married with two young children.
He suffers with back pain and has been out of work for several months. He feels disgraced and can’t support his family in the way he wants to.
Abdu and Maryam have three small children. The youngest is autistic. They don’t get much understanding or support from their community.
They are trying to do the very best they can for their son to support him through school.
Aisha's husband is from the village in Pakistan. He adheres strictly to traditional village values although Aisha was born here.
Aisha is not allowed a life of her own, but must care for their three children and demanding extended family without complaint.
These are typical Muslim families who might be living near you.
How could you be a good neighbour to them?
Inspired by today's entry in 30 Days of Prayer for the Muslim World
Prayer for the day
Pray that the Lord would open your eyes to the needs of ordinary Muslim families near to you. Pray that the Lord would show you how you can be a good neighbour to them.
Daily action
Build a bridge of friendship with a Muslim family and listen to their story. Consider how you can be a good neigbour to them.
Your turn
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