29 Aug the great physician

Mark 2:17 “And when Jesus heard it, he said to them, ‘Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.’”  Pray that the people of Niger would know that Christ is the great...

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28 Aug man of peace

“Trevor” is newly married and is a man of peace. Trevor plays soccer with a Christian and met with him a few times to have spiritual conversations. Trevor told his friend that he would like to hear more about Jesus and would like to continue...

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27 Aug generational curses

Pray for the Hausa people who are very proud of their Muslim heritage, but have passed on animistic beliefs, and demonic curses to their descendants throughout the generations.  Pray that the Hausa people would no longer be slaves to the demonic strongholds that have held...

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26 Aug a heart of flesh

Ezekial 36:26 “And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh.” Pray that hearts of stone in Niger would rise up in...

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25 Aug my brother would kill me!

When “Timothy’s” mother had a stroke, his cousin “Ishmael” came to help the family. Timothy’s parents and siblings are all Christians, but Ishmael’s family are devout Muslims and all attended Quranic school. When Timothy tried to share the Gospel with Ishmael, he scoffed, “If I...

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24 Aug interdependence

Zarma culture is usually very interdependent on those living in close proximity. There is a heavy sense of unity and a duty to help take care of each other during times of trouble. Pray that the risk of being rejected would not stand in the...

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23 Aug hates the Gospel

“Hassad” is a well-known marabout living in Niamey who leads prayers at a large mosque. Hassad detests when people discuss the Gospel and quickly becomes agitated in religious discussions. When a Christian cousin played a praise song for a sick family member, Hassad ripped the...

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22 Aug exalt His Name together

Psalm 34:3 “Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together!”  Pray for Nigeriens who believe that Jesus is the truth but are fearful to publicly profess their beliefs.  Pray that they would have the boldness to not only profess their faith, but to...

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21 Aug her sister’s faith

When “Julia’s” sister had a stroke and was taken to the capital city for treatment, she left her home village and stayed with her sister for two months in order to help care for her. Julia has heard the Gospel for many years but has...

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20 Aug all children belong to the husband

In Niger, all of the children belong to the husband's lineage group. When a woman’s husband dies, the children are frequently taken from her and given to the deceased husband’s family. Pray that as Nigeriens become Christians, they would allow the women to have rights...

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