On the day of the Tabaski festival, most Nigeriens sacrifice sheep and grill them in the streets throughout the day. Pray that as the Nigeriens look at the streets lined with animal sacrifices, they would recognize that the shedding of the blood of an animal can...
Isaiah 53:7 “He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth; like a lamb that is led to the slaughter, and like a sheep that before its shearers is silent, so he opened not his mouth.” Pray that the people of...
Nigerien Muslims are currently celebrating Eid al-Adha, which means “Festival of Sacrifice.” This festival marks the culmination of the religious rituals of the hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. Eid al-Adha honors the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son Ishmael as an act of obedience to Allah’s...
Genesis 22:15-18 “And the angel of the Lord called to Abraham a second time from heaven and said, ‘By myself I have sworn, declares the Lord, because you have done this and have not withheld your son, your only son, I will surely bless you,...
This week, the people of Niger will celebrate Tabaski. During this time, families purchase a sheep or goat to sacrifice as a sin offering. Nigerien Muslims believe that by shedding the blood of a pure white animal, their sins may be forgiven for a year....
During Tabaski, over 400,000 sheep are sacrificed in the capital city of Niamey. Sheep range in price from $60-$400, yet the Niger gross national income per capita is only $1,380 per year. Most families spend a large portion of their annual incomes to buy a lamb...
Praise God that “Eddie,” his wife, and his daughter have all decided to follow Jesus and be baptized. The family has begun meeting together weekly to study the Bible with church planters. Eddie’s grandson has been attending the group and is interested in following Christ...
Psalm 107:4-6 “Some wandered in desert wastes, finding no way to a city to dwell in; hungry and thirsty, their soul fainted within them. Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress.” Pray that the people of Niger would cry out to the Lord...
Pray for “Ousman,” the oldest brother of a Christian evangelist. Ousman considers his Christian brother a trusted confidante and often seeks his wisdom when making decisions. Recently, Ousman spent a week with his brother and had several spiritual conversations. Pray that Ousman would recognize that...
John 10:27-28 “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.” Pray that the people of Niger would recognize the voice of the Good...