The Gambia, or also called Republic of The Gambia, is a narrow strip of riverine enclave that divides part of Senegal. Life expectancy is 55 years, and half the population is under 15 years. The Gambia was part of the West African slave trade, and the reason a population was kept by the Gambia river. Today it is a majority Muslim country, and the country celebrates the Muslim holidays. Homosexuality is illegal, and punishable by life in prison. The unreached peoples are many and Christian evangelicals are few. There is lack of tools, literature and training for the small churches […]
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Gabon is on the equator in central coastal Africa. Two-thirds of the land is tropical rainforest. It is one of the wealthier African countries and has a stable government. The Catholic church was dominant in the past but has been declining. Witchcraft, black magic, and other animist spirits are strong influences. The former president converted to Islam, and his son/successor is following the same, and has great influence in terms of financial investments for the country. Missionaries have committed to reaching the people of Gabon and presenting the gospel to them. Pray for these missionaries as they go into an […]
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The French Polynesia is a group of over 100 islands in the South Pacific. It was one of the last places on earth to be inhabited. The main islands are Tahiti and Bora Bora. The official language is French, and France controls the aid and military to the islands. It is no doubt a beautiful place, but it is also a paradise lost. Formerly, it was a strong Christian nation that sent missionaries all over the Pacific. Today, it is debased by increasing vices and immorality. Tahitian missionaries no longer go out to other islands. The Catholic church has had […]
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French Guiana is a sparsely inhabited jungle in northeast South America. They have one of the most diverse flora and fauna with over 400,000 species. The country is heavily subsidized by France, and their main export is gold. Unemployment is 20%. They have many challenges from people trafficking, illegal trade, and eroding moral standards. Many people have been responsive to the increasing evangelicals in the area, especially Haitians, Amerindian tribes and Brazilians. The least reached people include French Guianese Creole youth, Maroon tribes who live in the interior, and the French and European communities of which few are Christian. Pray […]
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Sue McCusker is a writer, Bible teacher, and web developer who loves sharing the stories of life, hope, and faith she sees around her every day. She has written for Guideposts and Angels on Earth magazines, and teaches the story of God in women's Bible study.
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