Christians in Niger, like these children, face increasing pressures after a military coup in 2023 emboldened Islamists.
Christians in Niger, like these children, face increasing pressures after a military coup in 2023 emboldened Islamists.
Dec. 25, 2025 | Niger

Threats at Christmas

[174] prayers in [12] nations have been posted for Christians in Niger.

Due to increasing threats from Islamist rebel groups following a military coup in July 2023, Christians in Niger are taking extra precautions during the Christmas season. “It’s very dangerous,” said a Christian leader. “Actually, we are stopping celebrating in the night.” Previously, Christians would hold evening services, and young church members would sing Christmas songs through the streets before celebrating in homes. The Nigerien church leader added that, in the past, their Muslim neighbors would often wish them a happy Christmas. Now, however, Muslim neighbors are told it is a sin to say, “Merry Christmas.” He added that one Christian community had been planning to conduct a free medical clinic in their town, but now officials are demanding bribes for permission. The leader said, “We are going to talk to God, and he’ll find a way for these innocent people to be treated and see the love of Jesus.”

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  • Father, the power of Your love is greater than the power of evil in the world. The thief came to steal, kill and destroy, but You have come to give life and life more abundant. May the power of this truth be realized in the lives of the Christians in Niger. May Your Spirit do amazing things in and through their lives. In Jesus name, Amen.
    Bruce B - USA
  • Lord I lift my Nigerian family. May they not be shaken, but remain steadfast in you. Jeff Franklin
    Jeff F - USA
  • Lord I pray that the innocent people would be treated and seen somehow. I pray for the Christians in this town to have wisdom as they worship. I pray for their love to be undeniable and for the town Muslims to not be able ignore how they care for and help it flourish. I pray for the Christians to help one another and be the aroma of life in their city.
    Joy H - USA
  • In the good name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, God of goodness, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You for Nigerian Christians who believe You are good. We ask for a hedge of protection, heavenly angels to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Lord God, I pray for this precious country and the people and ask that You would give them wisdom and comfort as the security situation deteriorates. Please protect them and help them to show love to their Muslim neighbors, for there to be good communication and trust even as the national situation worsens.
    Danielle H - USA
  • Oh Heavenly Father these people are desperate for Your help! Jesus Christ Savior Messiah Lamb of God help these people please in the way that You know how and only You can do!
    christine s - USA
  • In the blessed name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Jehovah, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You for hearing prayers of Christians in Niger. We ask for answered prayers, provision, hedge of protection and angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Father please make a way for these believers. May those who threaten them be won for Jesus.
    Rebecca H - New Zealand
  • Lord God, open the way for the free medical clinics
    Rachel Albro H - USA
  • Our Father in Heaven, we come to You and pray for the safety of Christians in Niger. We praise You that evangelists are able to minister in remote areas, helping lead entire villages to Christ. We pray for Pastor Moussa, who was imprisoned on false charges, and for his wife, Lariya, who was rejected by her family. We ask this in Jesus' Name, Amen.
    Carl L - USA
  • Dear Father, thank you for my brothers & sisters in Christ in Niger. As it is now increasingly difficult, may they hear clearly from You, Lord, about starting a medical clinic so they can be treated physically &healed spiritually by the gospel of Jesus! Thank you for the leader who is seeking you, rather than being discouraged. Help them Lord! Amen
    Jennifer T - USA
  • Dear Jesus, I stand in prayer with these precious Christian's in Niger. Protect them spiritually and physically. Help them understand the Bible and grow in strength. Make a way as only you can do.
    Pamela F - USA
  • Help our brothers and sisters strong physical and emotional, mental and spiritual this Christmas and this New Year.
    Debbie V - USA
  • In the comforting name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, the Great Comforter, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You for comfort for Nigerian Christians. We ask for wisdom, hedge of protection, heavenly angels to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - 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. Praise You for them! Guard, strengthen, provide for & guide them, especially when dealing with Muslims. Bring Muslims & others to Christ! In Jesus' Name. Amen.

    Lisa D - USA
  • Our Father, watch over Your children in Niger. Give them wisdom to continue Your good works within a hostile environment. Confuse the enemy, and allow them to do Your will without persecution. Give them strength to endure. In Jesus' name, Amen
    Elizabeth S - USA
  • Almighty Father, for these precious believers, remind them that with you, nothing is impossible! Increase their faith and bless their efforts as they seek to bless their community with love of Jesus. Protect them and give the increase to their efforts. You be glorified O Father. In Jesus name. Amen Pat US
    Patricia S - USA
  • Holy 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. Praise You for them! Unify, guard, guide & strengthen them, especially when dealing with Muslims. Bring Muslims & others to Christ, bringing hope & peace! Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Heavenly Father, thank You for these amazing saints who want nothing more than to love You and love people. The love of Christ displayed in their actions says a lot about their faith and trust in Jesus. Bless each and every one of them and their homes. We pray for the gospel to continue to spread, even in these difficult times. In Jesus' name, amen.
    Alvin A - USA
  • Dear Lord Jesus, break down the walls of division between neighbors. Let Your love overcome the threats & violence that threaten Your followers. Protect & guide them. Open a way for the free clinic to be accomplished & Your Gospel proclaimed. We thank You for the courage of believers who put their lives on the line to serve You. May You bless each one,
    Sharon G - 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. Praise You for them! Unify, guide, guard & sustain them, especially when dealing with Muslims. Bring Muslims & others to Christ, bringing hope! Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Lord Jesus, help the believers in Nigeria to setup whatever it is you have placed on their hearts. Help many to receive the care they need. Provide a way Lord Jesus. While Christmas maybe over, the persecution is still real. Help and provide for the believers to remain strong and shine the light of Christ. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
    Robert B - USA
  • Lord Jesus, I pray for the church in Niger. Surround the church with Your supernatural protection and presence. Give them boldness to live and teach Your Word. Let Your Light shine brightly and reveal Your power and love to the Muslims. Open their eyes to see You! In Jesus Name!
    Carla I - USA
  • Father God, Thank You for the faith and courage of your followers in Niger. Please help them to maintain peaceful relations with Muslim neighbors who might also want a peaceful coexistance, Please help them to provide the free medical clinic; perhaps those seeking bribes will realize the clinic could also help their loved ones. In Jesus' name, Amen
    Rena B - USA
  • Lord, we pray that you will open a way in Niger for the Christians to express their faith and reach out to the Muslims around them to show them your love. Let the people of Niger see that you are different from all other gods and that Jesus is the Light of the world.
    Brenda M - USA
  • Father, give wisdom and protection to the believers in Niger. May they trust Jesus fully and not live in fear, but receive his peace. Open doors for them to show the love of Jesus to others. Thank you for your great love to the people of Niger and may they all see and experience it. Amen.
    Vicki Y - USA
  • Holy 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. Praise You for them! Unify, guide, guard & sustain them, especially when dealing with Muslims. Bring Muslims & others to Christ, ending in peace & hope! Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Holy 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. Unify, guide, provide for & sustain them, especially those dealing with Muslims. Bring Muslims & others to Christ, ending in peace & hope & freedom! Amen.

    Lisa D - USA
  • Lord, please grow your church in Niger. Please protect your people there. Please work in and through them to minister to people in their community. Please drink it and sustain them. We love you, Lord. In Jesus name, amen.
    Debra K - USA
  • Dear Heavenly Father I amen these previous prayers. Praying You would grant favor for the medical clinic, that people in need would be treated, that they would know the love of the people of Christ. Persuade. Your protection over them I pray. Hide them from the eyes of the enemy. Bring these corrupt officials to account. In Jesus' Mighty Name amen .
    Johnathan K - USA
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