Last year, Phillipe was hostile toward his Christian wife and children, abusing them and forbidding them from attending church or worshipping. Praise God for transforming his heart! His son testifies that through the power of prayer, Phillipe’s life has changed—he now hosts prayer meetings in...
Many Zarma fear rainbows. Some believe that rainbows are serpents that hide in wells and bodies of water that emerge in the rainy season to kill or torment anyone or anything they see from above. Others believe that rainbows are spirits who curse the people...
During a recent leadership training, a missionary asked, “Are you ready for the world to hate you?” A church leader responded, “Yes, it already does.” In Niger, persecution and hardship are a daily reality for those who follow Christ. Pray that these trials will only...
"By faith Isaac invoked future blessings on Jacob and Esau." (Hebrews 11:20) Despite the brokenness in their family, Isaac agreed with God’s covenant and knew it would mean blessing for his sons. Pray that Nigerien believers would be convicted by the Lord’s desire that none...
There is a superstition amongst the Zarma that if someone touches a child’s head, they are cursing the child or placing an evil spirit upon them. Zarma people believe that others frequently seek harm for their neighbors and practice rituals and wear fetishes to protect...
Every month, Naaman hosts leadership training sessions for the church leaders he oversees. He asks for prayer that God would grant him wisdom and perseverance as he equips these leaders to become more independent in their ministry. Last year was an incredibly challenging season for...
"He considered that God was able even to raise him from the dead, from which, figuratively speaking, he did receive him back." (Hebrews 11:19) Praise the Resurrected King who conquered death on the cross! Pray for Nigeriens to believe this reality and that they would...
“Ossé” oversees church leaders across a vast and volatile region of Niger. He shares that there are wealthy and influential Tuaregs in the area who are strongly opposed to the spread of the Gospel. Despite this resistance, the Lord has recently been opening doors in...
There are numerous people living on the streets of Niamey who are referred to as “fools” among the Nigerien population. Some people battle mental health issues, others have complications resulting from drug use, others are believed to be possessed by spirits, yet they are rejected...
Pray for the village of “Tilias,” which has historically been very resistant to the Gospel. Recently, the Holy Spirit has repeatedly placed this difficult-to-access village on "Ali’s" heart. Pray that as Ali visits Tilias, God will open the door for the Gospel to be received....