Daniela has been rejected by her parents for following Christ.
Daniela has been rejected by her parents for following Christ.
Oct. 30, 2025 | Benin

Young Female Converts Rejected by Families

[7] prayers in [1] nation have been posted for Nathalie and Daniela.

Two young women have been rejected by their families for placing their faith in Christ. Nathalie’s conversion to Christianity three years ago angered her Muslim parents, who then tried to force her to marry an older Muslim man. She escaped the arranged marriage by running away from home and enrolling in a trade school, but her parents found her and have continued trying to force her to return to Islam. “I have no intention of turning away from Christ,” Nathalie said. Another young woman, Daniela, has also faced family pressure to renounce Christ since she became a Christian two and a half years ago. When Daniela refused to recant her new faith, her parents stopped supporting her, forcing her to drop out of high school. Local pastors are helping both young women. “We girls are very vulnerable, but we love Jesus Christ and desire to serve him faithfully,” Daniela said.

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  • Father God, I thank you for the lives of these young girls who are standing firm in faith. Surround them dear God with safety, peace and love. Let them sense the presence of Holy Spirit in all affairs of life let them be lead by his comfort and guidance. I pray for provision and opportunities for advancement in studies.Bless them Lord In Jesus name,Ame
    Jacklyn L - USA
  • Father Lord,
    Please be strong with our sisters Nathalie and Daniela. Please keep them safe and bring others to help them meet their daily needs. Please soften the hearts of their families and bring them to salvation in Christ. Give Nathalie and Daniela your knowledge, wisdom and love and use them to further Your kingdom. In Jesus name, amen.
    Scott P - USA
  • Dear Lord,

    We pray for Nathalie and Daniela for all they are enduring. From rejection, to a lack of food, we pray for their safety, for provisions, and for enriched Faith to continue in their Christian route. We thank the local pastors who are assisting them, and may their love for You grow daily. We know they will not lack resources.

    Amen!
    Chris R - USA
  • Father God, bless these courageous young women who have put their trust in You. Provide for & protect them as they glorify You. May their testimony bring many to Jesus Christ. Soften the hearts of family & open their eyes to You. Give these precious sisters in Christ great favor. In the Name of Jesus Christ. Amen
    Rebecca C - USA
  • Lord Holy Spirit, I pray that Daniela and Nathalie will continue to be emboldened to live for Jesus no matter what they face! And I pray that they will never recant their faith. I pray that they will NOT be married off to Islam men. And I pray that their families repent and turn to Christ before it's too late. In Your Name Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.
    Mariah Ki'erra D - USA
  • HOLY LORD, we pray for these two women who have been abandoned, forsaken and abused for their faithfulness to Christ Jesus. Be their Teacher and Bridegroom, now and forever. Be their glory!
    Mary M - USA
  • Merciful Father who observes trouble & grief, please comfort, protect & provide for these young women who have committed themselves to You. Take care of these who are forsaken by their father and mother. Teach them your way, lead them in a smooth path, do not deliver them to the will of their adversaries. Use the church family to shepherd them.
    Julie C - USA
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