Comoros is a tiny volcanic island between Madagascar and Mozambique in Africa. Literacy is 56% and life expectancy is 64 years. They export perfumes and spices, yet despite working in agriculture, the small country is underdeveloped, poor and overpopulated. There are severe restrictions on Christians, but there is also a quiet witness of Christian medical workers and aid in the area. Pray that they will receive the resources and tools needed to free them from their restrictive captivity, and to know the truth in Jesus Christ that can set them free from all.
Category:Pray for Our World (countries A-D)
Chad is also in central Africa, and is made up of desert, dry grassland and thick bush. It has a complex mix of over 150 people groups. Many previously unreached people are being reached for the first time. The tragic upheaval in nearby Darfur have brought many people into contact with the gospel that otherwise may never have heard. The persecution by other Muslims have disillusioned many with Islam and have made some open to the loving witness of Christians. The Chadian Arabic Christian radio and the Jesus film, which is widely used in Arabic, is also well received. Pray […]
Category:Pray for Our World (countries A-D)
Located directly in central Africa, the country is composed of 80 different ethnic groups. The official languages are French and Sango, which is a trade language used by most of the population. They have 48% literacy. Rich in natural resources and minerals, diamonds account for 55% of the exports, though most of the working population are farmers. 76% are Christian and 14% Muslim, with tribal ethnoreligion making up the rest. The national church seems to be emerging as a witness and service to the people. National missionaries and agencies are on the increase, indigenous-led ministries are springing up, and Bible […]
Category:Pray for Our World (countries A-D)
Cameroon in central Africa is one of the most ethnically complex countries with many sub-groups and dialects. There are 278 languages in Cameroon, which makes Bible translations very difficult. Only 10 languages have a complete Bible, and there are many unreached people groups. We know that Jesus will not return until His story is told to the entire world. What a day that will be when all people groups and all languages will hear about their Savior, Jesus Christ. Heaven and nature will rejoice!
Category:Pray for Our World (countries A-D)
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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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