The landlocked North African nation of Niger, a country of sand dunes and desert plains, still has the fresh flavor of freedom on its lips. Under military rule for thirty-one years, violent coups and bloody political infighting have finally unfolded into a fledgling democracy. One of the richest sources of uranium in the world, Niger has instead focused on developing agriculture and raising livestock. Future economic growth is hoped to be found in the mining of gold, coal, and recently discovered oil. (learn more)
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- Pray for focused efforts to evangelize those under the age of 15, half of the overall population.
- Pray for speed and accuracy for the workers translating the Scriptures for many barely reached people groups.
- Pray for a visible Christian presence in society and peace among struggling believers who feel isolated.
Lord Jesus, build Your church in Niger today, advance Your Kingdom, mature Your disciples and protect Your persecuted saints. Shine Your light in Niger and end the corruption and misuse and abuse of the people and its resources. Bring many more there to the foot of the cross. In Your Precious Name we pray, amen