DAY 21

Let’s Learn

Christian and Muslim fasting both show that spiritual hunger goes beyond physical needs. Both religions recognize that there’s something more important than simply satisfying our immediate desires. However, Christians and Muslims approach fasting from fundamentally different perspectives. For Christians, fasting isn’t about earning spiritual favor, but about reflecting on Christ’s completed work—something our own actions can’t improve upon.

Wasi of Tanzania

The Wasi practice folk Islam, blending Islamic practices and beliefs with those of traditional African religions. The Wasi don’t easily allow outsiders to live among them. Bible portions, gospel recordings, and the “JESUS” film are available in their language. But they have no missionary presence among them.

From the Word

Matthew 6:16-18

And when you fast, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces that their fasting may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.

Let’s Pray

• Pray for Muslims to see the difference between their fasting and Christian fasting.
• Pray for missionaries to go to the Wasi of Tanzania and share the hope of Christ with them.
• Thank the Lord for His completed work for your salvation.

Lord, would You reveal Yourself to these who try to please Allah with fasting this Ramadan? Their efforts will never be enough to erase their sins. Thank You that, while our efforts may fail, You have provided a better way—through the blood of Jesus—for us to be made right with You. Please help people following Islam to see that they are walking in darkness, and give them the desire know the Son of God.