A Nigerian woman had her arms seriously burned in an attack
A Nigerian woman had her arms seriously burned in an attack
Jul. 03, 2015 | Nigeria

Pray for Christians Attacked by Militants

[277] prayers in [20] nations have been posted for Christians.

Attacks on Christian villages in northern Nigeria claimed the lives of at least 21 people within a week recently in Kaduna and Plateau states. In Kaduna, unknown gunmen attacked two villages on June 18 during a celebration, killing 13 people and wounding another 15. In Plateau, Fulani militants attacked two villages on June 21 and June 23, killing seven people. When a victim’s brother protested the attacks, Fulani militants tracked him down at his house and killed him as well.

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  • In the powerful name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, we praise You for faithfulness of Nigerian believers. We ask for the power of Christ to deliver these believers, place a hedge of protection around them and angels direclty from heaven to minister to them. Amen.
    Gary F - USA
  • Father, I ask in the name of JESUS, that You "track down" these cowards and murderers. Fill them with the fear of God until they repent and bow their knees to You. I ask for healing of those wounded for Christ. Please pour-out Your love over them and help them not to fear. Comfort the hearts of those grieving lost loved ones. Thank You Father.
    Kathy G - USA
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    Carla M - USA
  • Dear Lord, you know and love these your children. They need your help. Protect them o God and speak to them your words. Only you can help them. Heal their broken hearts and strengthen them. Save the souls of the evil ones who did this plus all those in the area. PF
    Pamela F - USA
  • Dear Jesus, comfort these survivors today and bring deep healing to them. Holy Spirit be present to them to provide all the gifts they need. Give them a future and a hope.
    Patrecia J - USA
  • Father God, you alone can bring peace to this earth. Shine the lift of your love to those living in darkness. Open eyes for them to understand and humble themselves to your will. Surround my brothers an sisters with joy, strength, healing, and peace and give them an ability to confes you to all. Protect then from the evil around them. May justice
    Atacy U - USA
  • Oh God, bring peace to the Christians in Nigeria, a reprieve from the strife of persecution at least for a time. Do not allow these Fulani militants success in their terror, but frustrate their efforts and cause them to see the futility of their calling and their great need for Jesus. Help these Nigerian Christians to count it all joy.
    Joan B - USA
  • Father, protect Your children in this part of the world. Lord, You see the struggles and the persecution they are going through. I ask that You would surround them with Your angels. Please comfort, encourage, strengthen,and embolden them. I also pray that Your light would shine in this part of the world and that many would come to know Jesus
    Roma K - USA
  • Lord I lift up these brothers and sisters to you. Lord bring them strength in this time of trial. May they continue to preach your gospel and bring many souls to Christ. Strengthen thei faith and bring them peace. In your previous Sons name Amen.
    Bob T - USA
  • Dear Lord, northern Nigeria has always been a hotbed of resistance to Your Word and we pray that a major revival comes to this area and they stop their inhumane acts against both Christians and non-Christians. We pray that the perpetrators repent of their sins and that they accept Jesus Christ as Lord and have a personal relationship with Him. Amen.
    Everett T - USA
  • FATHER GOD !!
    Please Protect these Precious Christians, . Shield them with Peace, FATHER . Surround them with YOUR fiercest of angels. Give them favor to rebuild their Ministry and help them to establish YOUR Covenant in the Earth and win many souls. Liberate,Strengthen, Teach, Encourage,Comfort and HEAL them and their families. IN JESUS' NAME. AMEN.
    Doris G - USA
  • Our Lord Jesus Christ will continue to aid and answers your prayers. The devil can only try but cannot and will never be a match to the name that is above every name (JESUS). Hold unto your faith, while we uphold you all with prayers in Jesus Name.
    Sunny N - USA
  • FATHER GOD,
    I Pray that YOU Protect these Christians from the enemy. Give them strength and blessings. Let them know that YOU are near and that YOU LOVE Them !! Renew the minds of the militants, so they can know YOU, and be saved. Make them have compassion with the Christians. IN JESUS' NAME .AMEN!!
    Doris G - USA
  • Dear Father, I thank You for always hearing our prayers. May Your Spirit strengthen, protect and comfort those who are victims of these attacks. Blessed are those who die in the Lord. I ask that You protect these villages and grant them peace on all sides. Forgive those gunmen and may they come to know You, too. In Jesus name, Amen
    Jacqueline H - USA
  • Bring these militants to your saving knowledge and grace so they bring life and not death.
    mark m - USA
  • Help my brothers and sister stand and don't deny you for great will be their reward in heaven. Amen.
    Reatha G - USA
  • Dear Heavenly Father, Please help those in need, who are trying to spread your Word. Please grant them protection from persecution so that Your Word may reach the far corners of the Earth. We need You to return to restore Earth to the Paradise it was meant to be. Please help and protect anyone , as they do Your will. In Jesus' name, I pray- Amen
    Andrea K - USA
  • Avinu Shabashamayim (our Father who is in Heaven) Your is the greatness, power, glory, victory & majesty! We ask that You would grant these villages strength to celebrate You at all times! We bless You, Adonai! Give them Your peace; blessed are those persecuted for Your name! Give them eyes that look for Your return; You are our praise! Amen, amen.
    bonnie d - USA
  • May these martyrs enter joyfully into the Lord's presence in heaven. Keep their families safe from further harm and help them to rebuild their lives without their loved ones. Lord, be their comforter and protector as they struggle to adapt to a different life. Amen and alleluia.
    Lea W - USA
  • Lord kindly heal her soon ,lord we are none to question you lord,kindly save Nigerian Christians,god teach them to face such situations and even us if we will face in future ,amen
    Suma S - India
  • Lord kindly heal her soon ,lord we are none to question you lord,kindly save Nigerian Christians,god teach them to face such situations and even us if we will face in future ,amen
    Suma S - India
  • Give them rest Lord. Give them life. In Jesus Name Amen
    Gabriel C - USA
  • Abba birth great love here in the hurting hearts and break for the your light amongst their enemies Let your light shine Heal the wounds of the heart in these your precious ones and making them mighty in love brilliant in their worship Break every chain- Redeem these who would do evil against your children Shine your light for all to see- joy in battle
    Erika V - USA
  • Dear heavenly father we pray for our fellow Christians being persecuted in Nigeria and Africa may they be blessed and protected may they shine for all to see how Good and loving you are lord you are our comforter and our shield please renew their hope in you please do not let them loose hope may those suffering be healed and trust in you Jesus Amen!
    Shaunagh N - United Kingdom
  • Abba Father I bring the Nigerian Christians before You asking for Your Divine provision of protection. In Jesus name I pray amen.
    Carol P - USA
  • May the Lord keep and protect you. May he cause his face to continually shine upon you. May he deliver you and bring his strong conviction for salvation on Boko Haram members in Jesus name
    Jegede A - Nigeria
  • I bind these attacks coming against the villagers. I pray you will send the attackers strong delusion and they will attack each other instead of the Christians. I pray they will have nightmares of the evil they are doing and want to repent and get their hearts right before a HOLY GOD!
    Jan L - USA
  • Oh God, please strengthen and comfort these people. We know God that the world hates us, but we need your grace and strength to deal with their hatred. I can't imagine what these people have to live with, but you do. Wrap your arms around them, heal them from all wounds (spiritually, mentally, emotionally, physically). Pour out your Spirit upon them.
    Polly C - USA
  • Father, satan meant this for evil, but I know You will turn it around for Your good. I pray that as Your people are crushed, a sweet aroma will arise in the atmosphere, the dead will be raised, limbs restored, mourning turned into laughter, a mighty outpouring of Your Spirit with an abundance of joy & Fulani militants saved by the thousands. Amen.
    Brenda T - USA
  • God, we lift up the Christians in these Nigerian villages. May the people have wisdom to know when and how to speak. Guard them from intimidation from the enemy of their souls and fill them with courage. Use their testimonies to win those whose hearts are hardened against you.
    Renee W - USA
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