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Nigerian Christians Find Hope Amid Persecution – Intercessors for America

Even in the face of some of the harshest persecution in the world, Nigerian believers are finding hope in the Lord.

From CBN. Fulani terrorists have reportedly killed hundreds of Christians, displaced thousands of residents, and destroyed nearly 30 church buildings in central Nigeria since mid-May.

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Rev. Timothy Daluk of Mangu County told Morning Star News Fulani terrorists have killed 300 Christians, displaced 30,000 residents, destroyed 28 church buildings, 2,000 houses, and looted 150 trailer loads of grains in the area. …

But the country moved up to the sixth place on Open Door’s 2023 World Watch List, which ranks the top 50 countries with the worst persecution of Christians.

“The persecution facing Christians in Nigeria is extreme and often brutally violent, as Islamic militants and armed bandits attack with increasing impunity,” reads the report.

It continued, “… More Christians are killed for their faith in Nigeria than in the rest of the world combined.” …

Pastor Amos Mohzo says he is trying to encourage those who have been displaced following the attacks.

“This is our encouragement to you – don’t be afraid,” he told them. …

“The Lord is your strength, and He alone can meet your needs and expectations during this period,” he continued. …

“Let us not put our hope on how much weapons we can get to defend ourselves, because our weapon is in Christ,” he said. …

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(Excerpt from CBN. Photo Credit: Canva)

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