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Why ‘Persecuted’ Is Not the Best Way to Describe Christians in the Gulf

While restrictions on religion remain, most Arab nations pass the tolerance test enough for Christian ministry to continue.

Let’s Praise Progress on Religious Freedom. Start with These Countries.

Four Muslim-majority nations deserve our support and engagement, as an alliance of 33 other nations finds its voice.

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Sunday Worship Comes to the Gulf

Economic reforms in the UAE tilt toward secularism and shift Christian services from Friday, the Muslim day of prayer.

How a Jewish Evangelical Won Trust with Arab Muslim Leaders

Apocalyptic fiction writer Joel Rosenberg’s new book describes his behind-the-scenes interactions with crown princes and presidents in search of peace and religious freedom.

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Bahrain Makes Peace with Israel, Following United Arab Emirates

Today’s deal will normalize diplomatic, commercial, and security ties. Trump administration hopes more Arab nations soon follow.

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Can ‘Abraham’ Bring Peace to the Middle East?

Christians in the Gulf hope historic UAE-Israel normalization might also lead to a deal with Palestinians.

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Vulnerable Gulf Migrants Offered ‘God’s Karuna’ in Bible Society Outreach

In prayer, aid, and employment, Christian ministries struggle to adapt to the new coronavirus norms.

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Closing the Bible Gap in the Gulf

One of the world’s best Bible projects serves illiterate Indian migrants in the labor camps of Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, and beyond.

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Francis of Arabia: Will UAE’s Warm Welcome Help Christians Feel More at Home?

Religious freedom on the agenda as pope leads largest-ever Christian gathering in the heart of Islam.

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Why Christianity Is Surging in the Heart of Islam

Medical missions and market dynamics lead to millions of believers in the Arabian Peninsula.

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