Slaves, obey in everything those who are your earthly masters, not by way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but with sincerity of heart, fearing the Lord. Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. For the wrongdoer will be paid back for the wrong he has done, and there is no partiality. Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven. (Col 3: 22 - Col 4:1)

About 40% of Oman's population are foreign workers, mostly from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Egypt, and the Philippines. At best, these migrant workers are seen as employees; at worst, they are treated like slaves. There is often exploitation, where some are not paid their wages or are forced to work outside in extreme temperatures. There are thousands of Filipina and other Asian maids who work in the households of local Omani families. Sometimes they are mistreated and sexually assaulted. Many of these workers are born-again Christians. 

Prayer: O Gracious and Merciful Father, please have mercy on these migrant workers who sacrifice so much by coming to Oman to work. We ask that You would cause their Omani employers to treat them fairly and justly, knowing that there is a God in heaven watching them. Please fortify Your people among these workers, that they would be strong witnesses for You, working with integrity for You. Assure them that they will receive a great inheritance as their reward. Give them much joy in serving the Lord Christ regardless of their circumstances. Make them shine as bright witnesses to local Omani families and may these families turn from their sins and put their hope in You as a result of these faithful servants whom You have placed in their homes! May they serve You with sincerity of heart, always fearing You. Amen. 

Worship with us!: Your Labor is Not in Vain by Porter’s Gate. May the migrant workers in Oman know that God sees them and has called them by name!

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-Kahil, Al-Jazer district, Al-Wusta region. Population: 1,311

Al-Lakbi, Al-Jazer district, Al-Wusta region. Population: 979

Sawqrah, Al-Jazer district, Al-Wusta region. Population: 744

Al-Ghubrah ash-Shamaliyah, Al-Jazer district, Al-Wusta region. Population: 705

Madir, Al-Jazer district, Al-Wusta region region. Population: 453