Restricted Nation: Libya

July 14, 2009
Posted by
The Voice of the Martyrs
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Restricted Nations
This week I wanted to quicken you to pray for the Christians in Libya. Please pray now. Thank you.
Libya
DESCRIPTION Libya has been ruled single-handedly by Muammar al-Qadhafi, who is perhaps best known for his association with other radical regimes and terrorist groups. Qadhafi has attempted to appease Muslims by broadening Islamic law.


Picture 10 Category: Restricted Nation
Religion: Muslim 96.50%, Christian 3.00%
Ideology: Islam/Military dictatorship
Head of State: Revolutionary Leader Col. Muammar Abu Minyar al-Qadhafi

Libyans are off limits for evangelism. A number of expatriates are seeking to reach Libyans, but they are hindered by the country’s secret police network. Christian literature may enter only through secretive means. There are very few Libyan believers; almost all Christians are foreign workers and the government strictly monitors them. There is a limit of one church per denomination per city. Despite the restrictions, VOM makes the gospel message available in Libya though radio and the Internet.