Every Love God Greatly study highlights one of the languages we serve – our new study, Praying God’s Wisdom Over Your Life, includes the highlight of our Arabic branch!
Join us in prayer for Basima, her team, and the women of her language and nation as you read her story, and help us spread God’s Word in Arabic!
Find out more below!
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I grew up in a happy Christian home with loving parents and siblings. While our mother taught us the Ten Commandments and instilled in us a respect for God, I didn’t grow up with a deep knowledge of the Bible. I attended church regularly throughout my life and raised my children
to do the same, but my understanding of Scripture remained limited. Life was full—raising children, working, and managing everyday responsibilities. I believed in God, but I hadn’t yet learned to truly walk closely with Him through His Word.
In 2006, I had a health crisis and lost consciousness for two days. The doctor warned my husband and daughter that I might not live. With war raging in Iraq and no access to quality medical care, they watched over me at home. During that time, I heard what sounded like angelic music and felt a deep sense of peace. I knew God was present and healing me. Later, the doctor would say, “You were dead, yet I see you alive.” This experience marked a turning point. I realized I needed more than religious tradition—I needed a deeper relationship with God.
In 2016, after my husband passed away, I made the difficult decision to leave my home in Iraq and move to the United States after seventy years. In the midst of grief and transition, I consecrated my life fully to the Lord. Galatians 2:20 became my life verse: “It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me.” I began praying for God to guide me in this new season, and He answered in a beautiful way.
God connected me with a woman from Love God Greatly’s Arabic team. She asked if I would consider helping translate Bible studies into our native language. I said yes, not fully realizing what a gift that “yes” would become. Through Love God Greatly, I began studying God’s Word deeply, consistently, and in community. These studies have strengthened my faith, grounded my heart in truth, and given me a clear sense of purpose.
Love God Greatly has been a lifeline for me. It came into my life at a time of deep loss, helping me heal through God’s Word and drawing me closer to Jesus. Serving as a translator has allowed me to contribute to God’s kingdom in a meaningful way. It has also opened my eyes to the power of Scripture in my own life.
Now, I’m not just a woman who believes in God—I’m a woman who knows Him. I live with wisdom and peace because His Word shapes my thoughts, my choices, and my days. I no longer feel like I’m wandering spiritually. I am grounded in truth, walking with purpose, and helping others grow in their faith through the very studies that changed my life.
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To connect with Love God Greatly Arabic branch, please email: as*@************ly.com
Do you know someone who could use our Love God Greatly Bible studies in Arabic? If so, make sure to tell them about Love God Greatly Arabic and all the amazing Bible study resources we provide to help equip them with God’s Word!
