During Ramadan, many Muslims have a heightened spiritual awareness, which means it’s a crucial time when we can pray for God to reveal Himself to them.
We know that Jesus is the way, the truth and the life (John 14:6). This gospel is good news for all people, in all corners of the world. One day, there will be people from every nation, tribe, people, and language before the throne of God (Revelation 7:9). In the meantime, He has called His Church to the work of prayer (Ephesians 6:10-20).
Every year, Ramadan is non-negotiable—it’s one of Islam’s five pillars (core beliefs and practices). Ramadan is a high point in Muslim culture. Muslims who do not participate in the Ramadan fast risk being excluded from their faith communities.
Small children are not usually expected to participate in the Ramadan fast. Usually, people begin fasting when they go through puberty. To prepare children for the discipline of fasting, many parents train their children to fast a few days each year before they are obligated to start fasting for Ramadan, hoping to earn Allah’s favor.
During Ramadan, Muslims around the world spend extra time in prayer and fast from sunrise to sundown. They strive to fast how they believe is the correct way, hoping to please Allah and earn his favor, but they never know if they’ve done enough.
