Pastor Jean Marcel Kesvere leaves a wife and eight children behind after he was kidnapped and killed by Boko Haram militants who attacked an area in Cameroon. (Photo used with permission of World Watch Monitor.)
Pastor Jean Marcel Kesvere leaves a wife and eight children behind after he was kidnapped and killed by Boko Haram militants who attacked an area in Cameroon. (Photo used with permission of World Watch Monitor.)
Aug. 28, 2014 | Cameroon

Pray for Family of Pastor Kesvere; Kidnapped and Killed by Boko Haram

[304] prayers in [20] nations have been posted for Pastor Kesvere's family.

Boko Haram militants attacked the village of Bargaram, Cameroon, on July 24, killing dozens, including Pastor Jean Marcel Kesvere. The militants kidnapped pastor Kesvere during the raid, and authorities discovered his body four days later in a rural area a few miles from the village. The pastor is survived by his wife and eight children. Boko Haram, an Islamic militant group, has displaced thousands of Nigerian Christians, many of whom have fled to refugee camps in nearby Cameroon.

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  • In the name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Jehovah Raah, God our Shepherd we unite together for Pastor Kesvere's family who are faithful followers ministering to needs of others. We ask for the Perfect Shepherd to protect the flock, place a hedge of protection on them and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Praying
    Carla M - USA
  • Dear Jesus, this dear man was killed because he loved and served You. Assist his family. Comfort his wife and 8 children. Provide for them in their need.
    Patrecia J - USA
  • Thank you Lord for taking care of his wife and children and give the murderers so peace. Amen
    Reatha G - USA
  • God let his killers have no peace. Protect his wife and children and make ways for them. Keep them close to you. In Jesus' name.
    Reatha G - USA
  • Dear Heavenly Father, our hearts ache for our brothers and sisters who have so little; and, what they have is taken from them. Be there everything, dear Jesus! Spirit, fill them to overflowing, so they have no wants. Feed them, clothe them, and protect them by your grace. Take them safely home to your kingdom, where they will rule with you forever.
    mark m - USA
  • Thank You Daddy for Pst.Jean's family,thank You for this far You've brought them,thank You for Your mercy and faithfulness will continue to surround them!Thank You for being their husband,Father and God! Thank You for provision, for safety and for peace and joy that passes all understanding!Continue to be with and strengthen!Call d attackers to Yourslf
    Cherechi E - Nigeria
  • We are praying for you here in Dallas, Texas. Remember the Lord your God is with you no matter where you go. (Joshua 1:9) We love you
    Charles O - USA
  • Our Father who art in heaven hallowed be thy name thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. Amen
    Elizabeth S - USA
  • Our Father who art in Heaven hallowed be Thy name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. Lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory forever. In Jesus Name. Amen. Renee H.
    renee h - USA
  • Dear Father God in heaven hallowed be thy name. this is just another example of your prophecy coming true that all Christians would be persecuted in the last days. just hold them under your wing Father in Jesus name your son our savior as you said if we lose our life in Jesus name we will receive a crown of life in heaven. in Jesus name our savior am
    Bill E - USA
  • Lord, be so close to this widow and her 8 children. Let them be strengthened in faith and courage to keep on keeping on in You, Lord. We pray the same for the families of the others who were slain. Thank You for revealing Yourself to your many displaced children and let them grow stronger in You each day. Let them be a beautiful witness for You.Amen
    Lisa T - USA
  • Dear Heavenly Father,Hallowed Be Thy Name Thy Kingdom Come. Please watch over the family of Pastor Kesvere. Keep them safe,secure,from all harm,deliver them from all evil and protect them if you are willing.

    In Jesus Name Amen
    James H - USA
  • Lord, I pray that you would pour out your grace on the family of Pastor Kesvere and give them the strength to continue his work in their village. I pray that you would protect the thousands of Christians who have been displaced and living in nearby refugee camps. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.
    Crossroads H - USA
  • Lord, I pray that You will pour out your grace on the family of Pastor Kesvere. May his work continue in Cameroon and may many new believers come to faith in You. I pray for the salvation of those in Boko Haram. In Jesus' name I pray, amen.
    Dr and Mrs J William D - USA
  • Lord, we lift up pastor Jean's wife and children in their times of need. We know that he is safe in your arms and in your comfort. We also pray that your peace come to Cameroon and other parts of our world touched by war. In Jesus name we pray...Amen
    michael h - USA
  • Father, please be with the family of Pastor Kesvere. Comfort and encourage them during this time of grieving. Please provide for the needs of this family. Protect them and keep them safe in Your hands. Father, please bring to justice those who did this evil act. May Your light shine through the darkness in Cameroon and may many come to know Jesus
    Roma K - USA
  • My God, bring mercy to those of Boko Haram who will accept it, and swift justice to those who will not. Let the family of this faithful pastor hold fast to your love and mercy. Let his children look to you as their father, and please provide faithful men in their lives to do what Pastor Kesvere cannot anymore. Comfort his wife, o God, amen.
    Nathan P - USA
  • In times like these, it is you alone that we can turn to. As the shepherd is struck, keep the flock, console the family especially wife and children. We pray for revival even in the Boko Haram community in Yeshua HamaChiach's name we pray-Amen.

    Maranatha
    Josh B - Cameroon
  • Father may this precious family find the peace and comfort they need to go on and move ahead without Pastor Kesvere. Heal their wounded hearts and fill it with your love. Help them to forgive those that have caused them harm and may they pray for the salvation of their persecutors.
    Lori P - USA
  • Lord please comfort the family that Pastor Kesvere left behind, provide and protect them, let no evil befall them. And help them to live for you alone. Amen
    Tonia E - Nigeria
  • Lord I pray for Pastor Kesvere's family. Comfort them as they mourn. Lord I pray that they will feel your closeness. I pray that they will know that you'll never leave them nor forsake them. Provide for their every need. Encourage them and give them supernatural strength to persevere. Heal them Lord and protect them. In Jesus name. Amen.
    KAREN K - USA
  • Have mercy on your people Lord. I pray that the work of Boko Haram will fail in the name of Jesus. Lord I pray that there will be a decrease of their attacks because many of the militants will convert and follow you Jesus. Holy Spirit descend and bring about a revival. Lord I pray that your people will be protected. Lord I pray that many will be saved.
    KAREN K - USA
  • Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bring comfort to the friends, family and loved ones of Pastor Kesvere. Walk with them as the sad days come, bring them peace and serenity as they deal with the chaos surrounding them. Please touch the hearts of those who cause such pain, free them from their torture. In your name, Jesus Christ, all can be done.
    Lori Q - USA
  • Gracious Father, bring comfort to Pastor Kesevere's family. Father of the fatherless and husband to the widow, watch over them. Provide their material needs. Use Your people to care for them. Deliver them from fear, and assure them of Your love both for them and for Pastor Kesevere who is now rejoicing in Your presence and hearing "Well done."
    Antoinette D - USA
  • Heavenly Father, To You all glory and praise forever. This is so heartbreaking. But we, as believers in Jesus Christ, stand in faith that You will provide and protect them and other believers from the evils of Boko Haram. May you show Your mercy and grace to all the precious people being persecuted for the love of Your Son Jesus Christ.
    Lin E - USA
  • Oh dear Lord, You who are our Father and Husband, may this family know Your tender and specific provision for them. May they be comforted, may they see Your Presence filling the deep and painful holes in their lives. Please grant them protection and the ability to grieve, may they be surrounded by those who love them and will press them to You.
    Danielle H - USA
  • Father, please provide for and protect Pastor Kesvere's family, and the many families that are threatened by Boko Haram. Please help Your children to be bold and effective.
    Chad K - USA
  • Heavenly Father glory be to You with thanksgiving and praise. We pray for the family of Pastor Kesvere. Thank You for proving for his family. Let your hearts be comforted that you will one day see your husband and father again. He has run the race with endurance to the finish. Shine your light in this dark place. God Bless you in Jesus name. Amen
    Dawn C - USA
  • Father I lift up the family of Pastor Kesere's family and ask you to encourage them. Wrap your arms around them and allow them to have peace to know their husband and father is with you. May they have that peace that passes all understanding. I pray you will provide them opportunities to reach others for you in the refugee camps I ask in Jesus name
    Debby S - USA
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