A Youth Revolution Goes Viral

It is not mere coincidence that Tunisia ousted their long-standing dictator president, Egypt has erupted in social and political unrest, and that the Hizbollah are demanding that they be allowed to form a government in Lebanon. All of this in a few weeks.
       There is a youth revolution in North Africa and the Middle East which is unfolding before the eyes of the world. It is the voice of disgust from a generation coming of age. 

That generation is exploding in age - more than 40% of the populations of Yemen, Gaza, and Iraq are 15 years old or younger. Wondering where the next socio-political hotspot will be in the next 7 years? Try Yemen.
       More than 50% of all North African countries combined are under 25 years old! That's Morocco, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, and Egypt. Pick your hotspot.
       These are only the Arab countries. Now consider that one-third of Iran (Persians) are under 15 years old, more than 50% of the country is under 30.
       So what does this mean? At the very least it means that there will be tremendous change and upheaval in the Middle East and North Africa for the next decade. It could mean tremendous strife and a greater exodus of young people from these countries into Europe.
       I believe it also means great opportunity for positive change, for the gospel in places previously closed. It will demand risk on the part of Christians, to place ourselves in relation with people from these countries. But to be sure, this is a great opportunity.