Gabriel Stephen survived a gunshot wound to his hip when his village in Nigeria was attacked by Boko Haram militants in February 2014.
Gabriel Stephen survived a gunshot wound to his hip when his village in Nigeria was attacked by Boko Haram militants in February 2014.
Jun. 12, 2014 | Nigeria

Pray for Christians Killed in Two Attacks

[273] prayers in [18] nations have been posted for Christians in Nigeria.

Dozens of Christians were killed and many others injured in two attacks by Boko Haram in Borno state, Nigeria on June 1 and June 3. On June 1, at least 27 believers were killed and another 50 severely injured when hundreds of militants invaded the Christian community of Attagara during church services. Two days later, Boko Haram militants disguised as army officials entered the same village and lured Christians to a supposed meeting about security problems. All 45 Christians that came to the meeting were shot to death. Militants also attacked the north of the village and some surrounding Christian communities, killing dozens of women and children who tried to flee into the hills.

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  • Dear Heavenly Father I amen these previous prayers from 11 years ago. All the prayers I prayed I lift up for Nigeria again, asking You to consider our petitions & are pleas for the revival and Restoration of this nation in Christ. That they may no more be trodden underfoot by this evil regime. Save them Father. Heal them. In Jesus' Faithful Name amen.
    Johnathan K - USA
  • In the name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, the Lord Who is gracious, we bless You for faithfulness of Nigerian believers, We entreat You for continued grace upon them, a hedge of protection around them, and angels directly from heaven to minister to them. Amen.
    Gary F - USA
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    Carla M - USA
  • Lord Jesus, come to the assistance of Your people. Make haste to help them. Holy Spirit, come to comfort and provide for these precious Christians of courage. Provide for them and strengthen them. Bring the men of violence to justice and repentance. May the Christians who died not die in vain. Comfort the families.
    Patrecia J - USA
  • Our Father which art in heaven, help them. Amen.
    Reatha G - USA
  • Boko Haram is falling, it is falling to rise no more! The King of kings, The Man of war is subduing you and your activities in Nigeria. God will continue to sustain and keep believers in Nigeria till the very end in Jesus name! Amen!! We were here before Boko Haram and were will remain after it has gone in Jesus name! Amen!!
    Cherechi E - Nigeria
  • Lord, save these dear servants from hate and revenge and give them unconditional love for their enemies. We pray for strength, understanding and wisdom for these, our brothers and sisters in Christ. Give them a full measure of your Holy Spirit, and make them new in You!!
    mark m - USA
  • 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
  • Dear Father, let boko haram take their last breath, completely erase this group from the earth, let the thought of them be a distant memory. Let them come at Your people one way and flee 7. Contend with this group & completely remove them from the earth. Save & deliver Your people, send warring angels for protection & heal Your people, In Jesus name
    Brenda T - USA
  • Father, please be with Your children in Nigeria during this dark time. Please be with the family members of those who have lost loved ones. Give them comfort and encouragement and let them know that You are still with them. Please protect Your children and do not let them be attacked any further. May You give Your children courage and boldness.
    Roma K - USA
  • Heavenly Father, I fail to understand how any possible good can come through this sort of evil, that is done by Boko Haram. They are literally monsters, without any sense of a spark of humanity. And yet, Jesus died for THEM TOO. Father, I pray that these people will ultimately be shamed by their behavior, and come to You on their knees, Amen!
    John B - USA
  • Father, subdue the demons in Boko Haran Militants and give the Christians rest they need to be fed energized and get ready for the worst battle against them and YOU. heal Gabriel, give the feet of deer to the Christians to flee faster than the firing gun shots. Hide them from enemies view like the Israelites in the wilderness. May our spirit respond
    BENEDICTA N - USA
  • Lord Jesus the Christ, thank you for the example of love, courage, and the faithful witness of the Nigerian Christians. May you make their faith and love of your enemies stronger as a result of their trials and persecutions. May you provide for all their physical and spiritual needs as they carry out your mission in the future, your will be done.
    John R - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I understand that things are getting even worse in Nigeria. Give Christians there safety, courage, strength, & grace. Please let the violence end. May radical Islamists have "Damascus Road" conversions. Bring moderate Muslims in Nigeria to repentance & faith. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Thank you for protecting Gabriel, Lord. May You continue to guide him in the joy of serving you, yes joy, despite tragic circumstances. Let extra grace comfort and soothe your dear believers who lost loved ones, or who were injured. There is a reason for everything that happens under the sun. Speak hope to your people. Amen.
    Lisa T - USA
  • Sweet Father GOD, we thank you for hearing us and answering our prayers when we pray. We pray for this dear Christian...that he (and other Christians in his situation) receives supernatural protection, justice, healing, peace, provision...and that many come to salvation because of his witness....in Jesus name amen
    Linda L - USA
  • Jesus, we of your family have assurance that the gates of hell shall not prevail over your church here on earth. The enemy is defeated, yet active, so we pray against his attacks against your people. May these persecuted show grace & love to their enemies; melt their hearts and usher them into your kingdom. May they turn from Satan and evil, Amen
    Ryan G - USA
  • Father God, in Jesus Name, we hold up these ones. Stop the killing that is going on in this country. Stop Boko Haram from committing anymore atrocities against Your people. Bring Peace to this nation. Touch our brethren and let them know You are with them. Let the militants see the error of their ways so that they would join God's army instead. Amen.
    Mary R - USA
  • Father God, have mercy on the militants, help them to see they're fighting against You. Lord strengthen our brothers hope, bless them with Your peace, heal the wounded. Dear Father pour your mercy on Nigeria, let no one perish from that country. Lord we ask you specially to protect children, reveal yourself to them, help them to trust you. For Jesus.
    Paul B - USA
  • LORD JESUS I COME TO YOU ON BEHALF OF ALL THESE PRECIOUS BROTHER AND SISTERS IN CHRIST. LORD JESUS PLEASE REACH DOWN FOR HEAVEN AND HELP ALL THE PEOPLE BEING PERSECUTED . HEAL THEIR BROKEN HEARTS AND RESTORE THEM. PLEASE LET EACH OF THEM FEEL YOUR MIGHTY LOVE. HELP THEM TO KNOW YOU WILL NEVER LEAVE THEM. AMEN
    Joyce C - USA
  • Almighty God, please send Your mighty angel excel in strength and stop the wicked enemies, who are killing your people. Please Jesus, I know you are there, but show them that they are persecuting You again. Amen
    Jeanette B - USA
  • Dear Father stop the Boko Haram from killing, persecuting & harming people. Let them see how evil this is, repent & come to You to follow in Your Word & Your Ways. I pray for the families of those who were killed & injured and for the survivors of this & all the brutal attacks done on believers and all innocents everywhere, people & animals. Amen
    Lynn J - USA
  • Lord in the name of Jesus. Please protect our brothers and sisters in Nigeria. Please bind the broken hearts of all those who have lost loved ones, and heal the bodies of all those who were injured. We ask that they might lead many to you through their testimony. Lord please let them know that we love them and are praying for them. Amen
    Lindy W - USA
  • For this to happen means that they were doing what they are supposed to do as Christians. The ones killed are now with You, we pray for the families. For those alive, may they continue in the Christian faith.
    Thomas B - USA
  • Oh God, what tragedy is in Nigeria. Please invade Boko Haram with your message and love and turn them from their evil ways. May it be a testimony to your power. As the Christian community grieves their great loss, please strengthen them with the promise of heaven, and help them enjoy community with you and each other as they continue to grieve.
    Emily G - USA
  • Use this for Your Glory Lord! Save the souls that are meant to be saved! Let all men hear the gospel and choose Your way! God, I pray healing to all involved! Great love and peace to this part of the world! No retaliation and the will of God be done! AMEN!
    Jennifer E - USA
  • Dear Father please protect your people from militants such a Boko Haram. Grant them peace in their hearts and love for their enemy. Let them pray for those who persecute them. Jesus I pray for the families that have lost someone and for those injured. May they recover quickly and fully. I pray for the conversion of those who hate so much. Amen
    Kathryn G - USA
  • Father in the name of Jesus, Lord deliver the christians in Nigeria from Boko Haram. Lord no one can change their situation but You.Lord You are able to save this notorious ban of men. Lord we are believing that You are going to change their situation in Nigeria, so You children can serve You and live for You without fear. In Jesus name.
    Nancy E - USA
  • Father, please protect the Christians in Nigeria in every way. Protect them physically by keeping them safe from the militants. Protect them mentally by killing fear with courage and peace. Protect them spiritually by continuing to shower you love upon them and reminding them of your presence and help them to share that love with those around them amen
    caroline c - USA
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