It has been said that the Hajar Mountains are Oman's backbone, the Batinah coast is like its stomach, and Adh-Dhahirah is like its back. Al-Batinah South (pop. 465,550) is a significant gateway from the Muscat area into the Interior, and also into the fertile Batinah Coast.  The capital of Al-Batinah South is Rustaq, which also once was the capital of Oman and seat of the Imamate in the 1600s. It houses an imposing fort (recently restored) with a falaj (canal) system running through it, as well as a historic neighborhood that is now a museum. This area is also known for its helwa (Omani sweets) production and the finest honey, as well as breathtaking scenery and therapeutic hot springs. The coastal area is heavily populated, and the city of Barka was the site of the 1747 overthrow of Persian rule and establishment of the Al Bu Said dynasty (who still rule to this day). May this gateway area be opened up, that the King of Glory may come in!

“Lift up your heads, you gates; be lifted up, you ancient doors, that the King of glory may come in. Who is he, this King of Glory? The Lord Almighty—He is the King of Glory.”  Psalm 24:9-10

• This area is currently without any Gospel witness on location, although there previously has been. Please pray for new Harvest Laborers to relocate here.
• Pray that seeds planted in the past would be watered and bear fruit. Pray especially for media outreach efforts in this area.

Worship with us!: Glory by Hillsong Worship. May the King of Glory be welcomed in Al-Batinah South!  

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:

Az-Zahyah, Liwa district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 11,218

Ghadfan, Liwa district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 5,561

Al-Ghuzayyil, Liwa district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 2,389

Harmul, Liwa district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 2,293

Nabr, Liwa district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 2,287