Michael Update
October 11, 2011
Our friend Michael came by to visit last night and say goodbye to Sarah. As most of you know Michael is the one who helps us with stories. He records them into the “Nomad” language. Also, many of you know that he is a secret believer, because of severe persecution. His family does not know about his faith.
A few weeks ago Michael took us to meet the woman to whom he is engaged. After the meeting we asked Michael if she was a believer. He told us no. He also told us because of the impending wedding he would be going to visit his father in another country to tell him of his faith. We prayed heavily for Michael as we knew this was going to be a very difficult experience. We prayed that God would provide him with the courage and words to speak.
Last night when he came to visit it was the first time we spoken to him since his trip. First we exchanged the polite and cultural greeting then we asked how the trip had gone. At first he just said, “It was difficult.” He began to explain that his father told him he was very disappointed. His father told him, “Out of all the people my son is the one who chooses to leave Islam.” There was much opposition from his father.
Please remember Michael, much his family still doesn’t know including his future wife’s family. When word spreads persecution will come.
Prayer Requests for Michael
- For strength and dependency on God during this time.
- For God to melt the hearts of stone in Michael’s family.
- Michael was in the hospital this past week for malaria. Pray for a quick recovery.
