Mariam is from a big family
that has been Muslim for many generations. She attends Grace School and has
demonstrated a deep love of scripture reading. All of the students at Grace
have their own Bible. She would read hers loudly at home. Everyone in the
family liked it except her uncle with whom she is staying. When he found out that Mariam was
evangelizing to the family he asked her to burn the Bible. With the support of many in her family Mariam
did not burn the scriptures. She is no longer reading it in front of all the family
but has continued her reading and told me that she feels peace when she does
it.
I have encouraged her to
continue reading it but not to disturb others when she reads the Bible. The Quran
is often read aloud- in a specific manner, but Bible reading has more to do
with the research of God's will for you and His guidance.
Mariam is in grade 8.
Please pray for her and her family.
Ibrahima
