Let’s Learn
Every year, Ramadan is a non-negotiable. Any adult Muslim who is able to fast and chooses not to is seen as someone who is not serious about their faith. Since being faithful to fast during Ramadan is one of the five core doctrines that define Islamic life (the five pillars of Islam), devout Muslims take extreme precaution. Some are even afraid to swallow their saliva, since fasting for Ramadan includes liquids.
Kraal of India
The Kraal experience a lot of discrimination where they live in northern India. They stick together, and they stick to Islam. They have the Bible in their language, but none of them that we know of follow Jesus Christ. Most Kraal practice a mystical version of Islam. Instead of trusting in God and His Word, they wear amulets with verses from the Quran to protect them from illnesses or evil spirits.
From the Word
Isaiah 55:5
Behold, you shall call a nation that you do not know, and a nation that did not know you shall run to you, because of the LORD your God, and of the Holy One of Israel, for he has glorified you.
Let’s Pray
Merciful Father, what a hope this verse is for people who are living far from You right now. I praise You, holy God, that Your desire is to bring people into Your family who do not yet know You. Thank You for the ways the gospel is advancing across the Muslim world. I pray that You will give many Kraal men, women, boys, and girls, the gift of faith in You.
Bonus Activity
The Kraal of India are known for making earthenware pottery. Make a clay bowl by using store-bought air-dry clay or make your own by cooking 1 cup baking soda, 1/2 cup cornstarch, and 3/4 cup water until thick. Roll to 1/4 – 1/2 inch thickness. Cut out a circle using an upside-down glass bowl. Shape by placing in glass bowl. Dry overnight. Sand edges. Enjoy as a decoration only, not safe for food. Let this bowl remind you to pray for the Kraal of India.
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