Liwa (Arabic لواء, pop. 18.321), is a city and seat of the Liwa district (pop. 55,698) in Al Batinah North. It lies north of Sohar and has a lively marketplace where local produce and fresh fish are sold. The ancient fortress ruins of Awla Ya'rab, built of white clay, is located on the beach in the Harmul area; this area is also known for its graffiti street art depicting various leaders, fictional characters, and current events. Liwa also has a number of beautiful wadis, sulfur springs (pictured), wetlands, and caves.  Liwa also has 2 impressive forts; the Liwa Fort near the sea, and Fazah Fort near the mountains.

Sohar Port borders Liwa, and as a result this area has been positively and negatively affected by the industrial growth. There has been greater economic development and job opportunities, but also increased pollution and forced relocation of residents as the Port expands. 

The name Liwa means “banner, brigade, general.” We bless the people of Liwa to surrender to the rule of King of Jesus!

Pray for the Town and District of Liwa:

• Glory of God.  That God would be glorified and exalted and worshipped in Liwa. (Habakkuk 2:14, Psalm 138:4-5)    
• Expansion of the Kingdom.  That many people in Liwa will come to know Jesus, and that communities of believers will be planted, that movements will be ignited. (Luke 1:32-33, 2 Cor 10:15-16)
• Hearts and Minds.  That spiritual blindness and bondages will be lifted from the minds of the people in Liwa, and that hearts will be stirred with hunger for Jesus and truth. (2 Cor 4:4, Luke 24:45)
• Authority.  Pray with the authority that Jesus gives you over principalities, powers and spiritual strongholds in Liwa. Pray that God would release prophetic words over the land, releasing visions, dreams, signs and wonders in Jesus’ name. (Matthew 18:18, 2 Cor 10:4)
• Revival.  That any believers living in Liwa would be awakened by the Holy Spirit, have love and passion stirred in them for the lost, and rise to meet the need in their neighborhood. (Luke 10:2, Ezekiel 37:10)
• Provision.  That God would bring His provision and blessing to all those in need in Liwa. That He would show His eternal kindness, demonstrate the blessing of His Kingdom, and cause His people to prosper. (Philippians 4:19, Jeremiah 29:7)

Worship with us!: White Flag by Chris Tomlin. May many Omanis surrender all to Jesus! 

Matthew 18:14 Focus—‘Your Father in heaven does not want one of these little ones to be lost.’ 

Please bring these towns and villages before the Father:

Al-Ajam, Al-Khaboura district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 70

Wadi ar-Rak, Al-Khaboura district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 68

Shakhbut, Al-Khaboura district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 64

Ar-Rawgh, Al-Khaboura district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 63

Al-Khabt, Al-Khaboura district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 59