A-Christian-s-Ramadan-Prayer

A Christian's Ramadan Prayer

(NARRATION)

It's wonderful for neighbors of diverse faiths to celebrate their various holy days with each other. This song, called "A Christian's Ramadan Prayer", expresses admiration for our Muslim neighbors' faith, and asks Allah (which is Arabic for God) to bless Muslims in a special way during their month of devout prayer and fasting.

(VERSE 1)

As my friends call to You,

As they fast all month through,

May their longings touch Your heart,

May Your mercy be imparted

Morning, night, and noon...

See their deep devotion to You.

(CHORUS)

You satisfy the hunger of each soul,

All creation You uphold.

Your amazing goodness we all share,

I lay my passion for You next to theirs...

Allah, You answer the cry of humble prayer.

(NARRATION)

In the Psalms, David wrote "The Lord is righteous in all his ways and loving towards all he has made. The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who revere him, he hears their cry and saves them. The Lord watches over all who love him." (Psalm 145:17-20)

(repeat chorus)

(VERSE 2)

As my friends call to You,

As they fast all month through,

Bless their families with health,

Come reveal more of Yourself

In dreams and hope anew,

As my friends call out to You.

(repeat chorus, & verse 1)

(ENDING)

As my friends call out,

My heart, too, bows down,

As my friends call out to You.