The second largest island in the world, along with many other islands in the Pacific area, make up Papa New Guinea. There are about 1000 people groups speaking approximately 830 different languages, which is 20% of the world’s total. It is one of the most complex nations ethnically and linguistically. Despite those challenges, Christian missions have had a big influence over the years. Almost everyone in the country has some link to Christianity, though the old ethnic and animistic religions still have influence. Bible translation projects are actively being worked on, with several New Testament translations being completed every year. Given […]
There are over 520 ethnic groups in Nigeria. Crude oil and gas are the main exports. Yet most of this income has been wasted on corrupt rulers and illegal business. They have been independent from Britain since 1960. Preferential treatment is given to Muslims in the north while Christians in the south are discriminated against. Violent Islamist groups have persecuted Christians resulting in hundreds of churches burned and many Christians killed. Since 1999 Muslims have imposed shari’a law in the northern states where Islam is the majority. Just looking at statistics alone, Muslim countries are far worse off economically and […]
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About the Author
Sue McCusker is a freelance writer, Bible teacher, and former corporate IT Analyst. Her stories have been published in several Guideposts books and magazines, as well as in her devotional book, A Christmas Story Devotional. She loves sharing stories of life, hope, and faith, and inspiring others to experience real faith in their everyday lives.
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