Nigeriens who convert to Christianity regularly face persecution from family members.
Nigeriens who convert to Christianity regularly face persecution from family members.
May. 09, 2024 | Niger

Pastor Wrongfully Imprisoned

[142] prayers in [10] nations have been posted for Pastor Moussa Bagwari.

Front-line workers report that Pastor Moussa Bagwari was “falsely accused and imprisoned in what seems to be an effort to destroy his reputation and Christian influence.” Due to his imprisonment, his wife, Lariya, and their four children were left without any financial support and were forced to return to Pastor Moussa’s home village. His extended family should have cared for them, according to cultural norms. But Pastor Moussa’s family are all Muslims and would not allow Lariya or her children to live with them. VOM has since provided her with housing and vocational training so she can provide for her children. Despite the pressure, Lariya is strong in her faith and serves as a worship leader in her church. She asks that Christians pray for her husband to be released and for her to be strengthened as she cares for their family without him.

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  • Dear Jesus, Your faithful servant Pastor Moussa Bagwari has been falsely imprisoned. Please release him that he may continue the work of spreading the gospel. Guard his health. Give him favor with the guards as you gave favor to Joseph in Egypt. Encourage his wife and children as they struggle without his help. May he convert men even in prison.
    Patrecia J - USA
  • Jesus, please let Lariya stay strong and learn quickly so she can earn income for the family. Protect her and the children and Pastor Moussa in prison. Let them feel your love and care.
    michele r - USA
  • In the saving name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Yeshua, Our Savior, as brothers and sisters in Christ we praise You for saving Pastor Moussa Bagwari from sins. We ask for release, provision, a hedge of protection, and angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to him. Amen.
    Gary F - USA
  • Jesus please supply this family with every thing they need father. You are the giver of good gifts. Give pastor Moussa barware peace in his heart and mind. And forgiveness for his enemies. We ask this in Jesus name. Thank you.
    Craig M - USA
  • Please Lord God please free Pastor Moussa, thank you for abundantly providing for his family, and keeping them strong in the faith. Please end this wicked persecution in Niger, please bless them with all of they've lost and more in the Mighty Name of Jesus
    AMANDA Y - USA
  • Lord God, I pray Psalm 144 for pastor Mussa Bagwari and his family. You are steadfast love. you are a fortress, a stronghold and a deliverer. you are a shield and refuge. You subdue enemies.
    Show yourself on their behalf. Stretch out your hand, so that they may sing to you a new song. Rescue and deliver them. Blessed are the people whose God is the l
    Rachel Albro H - USA
  • Dear God, You are faithful! Thank You for how You care for Your people. I pray with Lariya that her husband, Pastor Moussa Bagwari, will be released and for her to be strengthened as she cares for their family without him. Please provide for their every need. May their extended family's hearts be open to Christ. In Jesus' Name. Thank You. Amen.
    Christienne D - USA
  • Father, I lift up my brother, Pastor Moussa Bagwari, & his wife & family. Please give him courage as he has been unjustly put in prison. Keep him from evil & fill him with Your peace. Please be with my sister, Lariya. May Your strength be made perfect in her weakness. Provide for her & the children's needs. Comfort them as they are apart.
    April D - USA
  • Father, in just the right time, please release Pastor Moussa. Thank you for providing for his family and church. Draw those who don't know Jesus into a saving relationship with him. Please protect him and his family. Give them all wisdom in everyday decisions. Thank you, Lord.
    Vicki Y - USA
  • In the powerful name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Elohim Shomri, our Protector, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You for faithfulness of Pastor Moussa Bagwari. We ask for release, a hedge of protection, angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to him. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Lord Jesus I pray for the release of Pastor Moussa Bagwari. Restore him to his family. Lord Jesus please strengthen Lariya as she awaits his release. Provide for her and her family.
    Andrew S - USA
  • Jesus have mercy on this family. May your righteousness prevail for them.
    Rebecca H - New Zealand
  • Almighty God, I thank you that you are greater than any other power and there is nothing too difficult for you. You are able, Lord God, and I lift up this precious family to you asking that you will be their rock of refuge and strength. I pray that you will protect them and sustain them. Let their faith in Jesus flourish and their ministry grow. Amen.
    Julia F - USA
  • Lord,
    Thank You for Pastor Moussa Bagwari and his family. Thank You for his willingness to serve You at great cost to his family. We are confident that You will provide for all of his family's needs. Thank You for VOM's support for Lariya and her family. We pray that Moussa is released and Lariya is strengthened as she cares for their family.
    Lysander S - USA
  • Father, I pray for Pastor Bagwari to be released from prison soon so he can be reunited with his family. Meanwhile, thank you for his wife and children, that they are persevering in the faith. I pray for his Muslim family that they would come to see the truth of Christ and be set free. In Jesus name, amen.
    Nancy H - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for believers in Niger: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for their faith! Specifically, sustain Pastor Moussa in prison & his wife & children out of it. Bring his Muslim family to repentance. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for believers in Niger: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for their faith! Specifically, sustain Pastor Moussa in prison & his wife & family out of it. Reunite them. And may all Niger be saved. Amen.


    Lisa D - USA
  • Father, may Your favor fall upon Pastor Moussa in his desire to be released from prison. May he serve You well while he awaits his release. May his family continue to be cared for and grow in the knowledge and grace of the Lord Jesus. In His holy name, Amen.
    Bruce B - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for believers in Niger: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for their faith! Specifically, sustain Pastor Moussa in prison & his wife & children out of it. Bring the Pastor's family to repentance. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Father God, Thank You for the faith You have given Pastor Moussa Bagwari and his wife Lariya. Please give him favor with those in the prison, preserve his health, and cause his quick release. Thank You for providing for his family during this difficult time. May each of them feel Your presence with them each day. In Jesus' name, Amen
    Rena B - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for believers in Niger: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for their faith! Specifically, sustain Pastor Moussa in prison & Lariya & their family out of it. Reunite them. Empower their church. In Jesus' Name.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Dear Lord please let Pastor Moussa Bagwari be released and able to return to his family and continue to preach with courage. Please give courage to the believers as well. And may the persecution stop in this area. By the authority of Jesus our King I pray amen
    Peggy A - USA
  • Abba, I thank You for Pastor Moussa, sister Lariya and children for their continual faith and trust in You. I pray for a speedy release from prison for our dear brother and continual strength for our dear sister. I give praise and thanks to You for VOM and their blessed gift of providing help for Lariya and children. Bless them I pray in Yahusha's Name
    Yahliah M - USA
  • Thank You for the faithfulness of Lariya, Pastor Moussa and their family. Thank You for VOM coming alongside to provide for Lariya and the children while Pastor is in jail. Please help Pastor Moussa to minister to those who are in prison alongside him and for him to be released. Give Lariya continued strength as she works to care for her family. Amen
    Cynthia H - USA
  • Lord move in power to release Pastor Moussa if it be your will. Provide sufficiently for his family. Let their faith rise as they trust you and as you provide daily for them. Place favor on them as they praise the Name of Jesus. Use this familys mouthpieces to share the Good News to those living in darkness. Keep their eyes fixed on eternity.
    Atacy U - USA
  • Father, please bring justice for pastor Bagwari and his family. We pray that their village would be converted to Christ and that Lariya and the children would continue to grow strong in faith and they give glory to you through this time of suffering and testing. In Jesus' name, amen.
    Matthew E - USA
  • Lord I lift up Pastor B and ask that you would intervene and have him released from jail. In the meantime it is good that his wife is able to learn a skill that enables her to support the family. Thank you for VOMs ability to provide for them in the meantime. In Your powerful name I pray. Amen!
    Colleen S - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for believers in Niger: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for their faith! Specifically, free Pastor Moussa from; strengthen Lariya as she cares for their family. Bring the Pastor's family to repentance. Amen
    Lisa D - USA
  • Righteous Abba, Thank You for Pastor Moussa's family. Thank You for VOM's helping them. Grant her quick learning for work and her children's help as a family. Lift any heavy burden from this Pastor and family. Show other believers in this area how they can help them. Grant them access to Your Word. Guide them by Your Voice. Anoint them for service Amen
    Jim E - USA
  • Faithful Father, Please bring release to our brother, Moussa Bagwari and continue to provide for Lariya and her children. Put Your arms of comfort around this precious family and let Your glory shine. vblessed be the name of the Lord! In Jesus name I pray...Amen!
    Vicki A - USA
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