Jordan

Leader: King Abdullah II
Population: 6.3 million (330,000 Christians)
Main Religion: Islam
Government: Constitutional Monarchy
World Watch Rank: 40

Known as one of the most Western-orientated countries in the Middle East, the constitution guarantees freedom of religion. However, leaving Islam is prohibited and 'public proselytism' of Muslims is against government policy. Muslims who become Christians generally maintain a low profile in order to avoid harassment or interrogation. Two Christians were reported to have been physically harmed or strictly limited in their freedom because of their faith in 2010.

Please Pray:

• For courage and strength for believers who face discrimination from government or society
• That jurisdiction of sharia courts would not be applied to believers from a Muslim background
• For wisdom for expatriate Christians seeking to share their faith with Jordanians.