A Birthday Reminder

As I’m typing on the computer, a calendar notification interrupts my Christmas musings. It reminds me of another big day, which is happening now! To my Muslim friends, it’s a pretty big deal—their prophet Muhammad’s birthday!

Myra CraneOctober 29, 2020Christmas, Devotional ThoughtsComment

One Pomegranate Isn't Enough

Our Urdu language tutor took us into one of the most compelling conversations we have ever had. Everything about the restaurant we were in on that day was quite ordinary, except for the tall glasses of chilled, fresh pomegranate juice our waiter brought to the table. The moment’s reverie inspired Mr. Noor* to quote a proverb that has since taken hold of our hearts.

Myra CraneOctober 27, 2020Personal Reflections, Devotional ThoughtsComment

Zubi and Ruby: A Tale of Friendship

We welcome our dear friend, Joy Loewen, to share an inspiring testimony and some practical insights for Christian families as another school year gets underway. God wants to use each of us to reach our Muslim friends and neighbors—and that includes our kids!

Joy LoewenSeptember 10, 2020COVID-19, TestimoniesComment

A Call to Prayer for Lebanon's Daughters

Seventy-two hours ago an explosion seized and thrashed the vital port of Beirut, Lebanon to literal, little bits. The explosion blew out windows of the airport a full five miles away. We at Say Hello are deeply saddened by this tragedy and invite you to pray with us.

Say HelloAugust 7, 2020Praying for Muslim WomenComment

Tomorrow's Blood-red Roads

The first time I saw the red of blood of sacrifice flow down my own neighborhood street, I knew I would never be the same. It carved a yearning into my soul that to this day still burns…my longing that all Muslims would have ample opportunity to know Jesus as the Lamb of God.

Myra CraneJuly 29, 2020Personal Reflections, Eid, Devotional ThoughtsComment

Shade to Share

Some Muslim girls refer to their veils as their shade. My friend Ikraam wears hers very responsibly. By doing so, she means to honor Allah and the community she represents. It shelters her beauty and protects her from the tempter.

Myra CraneJune 24, 2020Hijab/Veil, Devotional Thoughts, Personal ReflectionsComment

Free for the Asking

I cried tears of joy and sorrow. We had what they needed, and we loved sharing with them. It’s what they didn’t know that still grieves my spirit. What they needed was free for the asking, all along.

Myra CraneJune 3, 2020Devotional Thoughts, Personal ReflectionsComment

Iftar Reflections

When our family lived overseas, we cherished visits with our Muslim friends during Ramadan. We enjoyed quite a few iftar invitations. We shared more than food.

Myra CraneMay 4, 2020Ramadan, Personal Reflections, Devotional ThoughtsComment