Go West Africa Prayer Requests

A Prestigious Heritage

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 21:19:02 -0500

The Jahanka people enjoy the respect of many people in West Africa. This people group has a long history of being Muslim, and many of the men are respected religious leaders. Pray that God will break down the barriers that keep them from turning to Christ. Pray that they will recognize the incomparable value of following Christ versus the temporary satisfaction of a proud history, respect from others, and financial gain from religious services they offer others. http://www.jahanka.org/

- Jahanka of Senegal

Implementing a New Strategy

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 20:07:43 -0500

The Lebou Team asks: “Please pray for a partnering church as they prepare to come and begin a new strategy among the Lebou. This strategy involves them going with a translator into a village that we have not yet engaged. They will be searching for a ‘man of peace.’ As they look for open doors and opportunities to share the gospel, pray that God will lead them to places where He has already been working. Pray for the people in this village to have open ears, hearts and eyes. Pray for this team’s preparations, their health and their spiritual well being. Thank you for your prayers.”

- Lebou of Senegal

A Household Drawn to God

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 20:04:45 -0500

“Pray for a women’s group that has shown an interest in hearing Bible stories,” writes the Lebou Team. “One woman in particular is really interested and is always glad to have us come and share. Pray for two men in that same house who are excited to be studying Genesis and the true stories of God’s Word. Pray for God’s unfailing love to come upon this household and fill it with the Holy Spirit so that all may be saved, just as the family members of Paul’s jailer were all saved. We serve a mighty God who reigns over all. He is faithful and true. To Him be all glory and power for the things that will take place in this household.”

- Lebou of Senegal

Searching for "Persons of Peace"

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 20:02:51 -0500

The Sereer Team writes: “In West Africa, we are searching for ‘persons of peace’ (persons of influence to the people, of openness to the gospel, and of potential for furthering the kingdom of God). We are reminded of that when reading the story of the farmer who went out to sow seed. As he scattered the seed, some fell along the path, some on rocky places, some among thorns, and ‘still others fell on good ground, and produced a crop: some 100, some 60, and some 30 times what was sown’ (Matthew 13:3-8, HCSB). There are many who are seemingly ‘peaceful’ people in Senegal, with whom we can devote our time, our energy and our lives. However, our desire is to find ‘persons of peace’ who will be of the greatest effect in reaching the Northern Sereer in Senegal. Pray that we will find ‘persons of peace’ who will produce a crop for the kingdom of God--a hundred times what is sown.”

- Sereer of Senegal

The Power of Jesus

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 20:01:17 -0500

“If…our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. Regard them: the god of this age has blinded (them)” (2 Corinthians 4:3-4, HCSB). God is living and working, and through the power of prayer, He is beginning to unveil the eyes of West Africans. The Sereer Team writes: “Last year, we began praying for a Muslim man and his wife who were expecting their first child and were having complications. They had already lost children in previous pregnancies. We shared with M that we would pray for him and for his wife and unborn child in the name of Jesus. Recently we received a letter from him stating that his wife had given birth to a healthy baby girl. In his letter, he stated that he knew that ‘because you prayed in the name of Jesus, my wife and baby girl both are doing well.’ Join us in praying that M will come to realize that God not only has blessed his family, but also desires for him to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.” “He has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of God’s glory” (verse 7).

- Sereer of Senegal

Another Worker on the Way!

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:54:03 -0500

An answer to prayer! Sereer-Sine Team member Kimberley shares her sincere thanks: “You prayed for an MK teacher for our family in order to free up both parents to be in full-time ministry, and God has answered your prayers!” In January, Holly will join the Sereer-Sine Team, with the assignment of teaching four children, ranging in age from 5 to 13 years old. Thank you so much for not giving up and faithfully praying. Holly is in her mid-20s, has taught high school French for three years, and was an MK herself in West Africa during her elementary years. Please pray for Holly as she prepares for this major transition. She will be in orientation in October through December, and will fly to Senegal in early January. There are a number of places in Fatick and in area villages where Kimberley has been able to share her faith. Because of your prayers, when her family returns from stateside assignment in January, she hopes to begin outreach groups where she can share Bible stories with those who are ready to hear.

- Sereer Sine of Senegal

New Opportunities for Outreach

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:48:22 -0500

“Hands On” missionaries Meredith and Tiffany have finished language study and are now beginning to use their Wolof as they develop relationships, participate in ministry, and look for new opportunities for outreach. Roy and Risa are also still learning and struggle with their “Wolof tongues.” Pray that God’s Spirit will direct each of these missionaries to “people of peace” who are ready to hear the message of hope. Pray that He will equip them with the words they need to speak and that they will be bold in sharing. Pray that they will clearly see how best to spend their time each day, and that they will be encouraged by the Holy Spirit every day, knowing that they are doing the will of their Father.

- Wolof of Senegal

Fruit from the Witness of Volunteers

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:46:46 -0500

“As a result of volunteer teams who shared in the work in Senegal, this summer,” writes the Wolof Team, “many new relationships have begun, and we ask you to join us in prayer for those who have opened their homes, but not yet their hearts. Pray for M and B who have confessed that they believe that what they heard from the youth volunteers in their town is the truth. Pray that as they continue to meet with missionaries there, God will open their eyes to really see and their hearts will desire to have a relationship with Him who is the Truth. Pray for A, and N and U. As the eldest son, A is key to reaching the whole family. Pray that the Holy Spirit will speak to A through the stories he is hearing. Pray for N and U (female head of this household), asking that they will truly be seekers of God’s Word and that, like A, they will hear the voice of God’s Spirit through His Word. Pray with us that we will see many of these people, as homes are opening, come to know and turn to Jesus. Pray that we will soon see believers gathering together for worship, which is the real reason we are here--to see our Holy God worshipped in spirit and in truth!”

- Wolof of Senegal

Medical Help on the Way

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:45:25 -0500

Please pray for the “West Africa Medical Manual” to be finished soon. This is needed for our missionary personnel in West Africa who live in villages and other remote areas where there is no medical care available. Pray that they can have a helpful manual with correct medical treatments, dosages and recommendations.

- Missionaries of West Africa

Pray for Spiritual Growth and Maturity

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:44:05 -0500

As another school year has started, missionaries in West Africa ask you to join them in praying that their children will not only do well in their studies, but most importantly, that they will seek and follow God’s direction for their lives. Today, please pray for these common needs of older MKs: “Please pray for our daughter, a high school senior, who is deciding on her major and what college to attend. She wants this last year of high school to really count for Jesus.” “Pray that our oldest child, a senior in college, will wait patiently on the Lord’s direction.” “Ask the Lord to help our two children, who are beginning another year of college, to manage their time and finances well.” As you intercede faithfully for MKs, pray that as they mature in all areas of their lives, they will seek God’s wisdom and guidance each day and follow His path.

- Missionary Kids of West Africa

Sowing Seeds Every Day

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:41:32 -0500

Each day as a financial facilitator in West Africa walks to and from the office, he distributes cassette tapes, CDs, movies, or tracts to those he meets on the street. As you intercede for the individuals that this missionary encounters, pray that the gospel message he leaves with them will be a seed (watered perhaps by others) that the Spirit will grow to maturity in surrender to the Savior. http://btw.imb.org/

- Multiple People Groups of West Africa

New Witnesses in the Village

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:56:05 -0500

Brittany, Kristy and Heidi are three new “Hands On” missionaries who will be working with the Sokoto Fulani Team until December. They will start some health and hygiene lessons, English lessons, and a sort of craft exchange program in the village where they live. They will be doing these activities while sharing Christ through their lives and through chronological Bible storying with each group. Please be praying that these new missionaries will quickly improve in their language skills. Also pray that the door to the gospel will be opened to the people in this village and that they will accept it without fear and look only to Christ.

- Sokoto Fulani of Niger

Pray for an Abundant Harvest

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:47:09 -0500

In October, the western Niger Fulani will begin to harvest this year’s crop of millet. Pray that the harvest will be abundant enough to feed their families until the harvest next year. Pray for a harvest of believers among the western Niger Fulani. Pray that they will not be satisfied with food that only feeds the body, but that they will hunger and thirst for righteousness so that they will be filled (Matthew 5:6, HCSB).

- Western Fulani of Niger

A Fruitful Trip

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:45:55 -0500

“Two young people invested some time with us in our area during the months of August and September,” writes the Fulbe Futa Team. “The young man was here for two months, while the young woman was here for a month. During their stay, they made many contacts, learned the culture, taught English, and visited villages and markets. Not only did they interact with our friends and neighbors here, but they also were a source of encouragement to our team, including our children. These godly young people taught many things and prayerfully were impacted, as well, by the Lord. We pray that they learned to listen to the voice of our Lord and Savior as they set out on the path that He has for them. Please pray for them as they reconnect with family and friends in the United States. Pray also for the lives that were touched for the gospel here.” http://www.fulbefouta.com/

- Fulbe Fouta of Guinea

A Clear Vision

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:44:21 -0500

The Fulbe Futa Team writes: “Vision trips are instrumental in bringing missionary teams together with churches that are called to minister alongside each other for the furtherance of the gospel. One such church is feeling called to join our team to reach the Fulbe for the Lord. They plan to be in our area at the beginning of October to see just how the Lord wants us to team up together. Please pray for safe travel, health and God’s wisdom to know just how to join Him in His work. Pray for the vision trip team to explain clearly to their church once they return home of the things they learned and did, guiding them towards a partnership with us that glorifies the Lord.” http://www.fulbefouta.com/

- Fulbe Fouta of Guinea

Following God's Plan

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:42:32 -0500

Many pastors from northern Ghana’s ethnic groups are beginning/resuming their classes at Baptist training institutions this fall. When they finish their education, they will be working in northern Ghana, back at home. God may call some of them to work with pockets of Northern peoples in southern Ghana, those who work on large farms and in the open markets. Pray that these pastors will continue to be sensitive to the Holy Spirit’s voice as He leads them during their school days, and to the places He wants them to serve when they complete their formal education.

- Multiple People Groups of Ghana

Sharing the Stories of Jesus

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:36:51 -0500

Caitlin, a business facilitator currently serving in Accra, Ghana, writes: “Please intercede for the believers at the church that I attend, many of whom are former Muslims. Pray that they will enjoy telling the wonderful stories of the Bible as they learn the ‘Creation to Christ’ story and share it with their friends and family without fear. Pray that I will find ways to minister to the Hausa people in Accra.”

- Hausa of Ghana

Hearing, but Not Believing

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:34:03 -0500

O. is a young Koyaka woman who has heard the gospel but has never asked Jesus to come into her life. She is at the university and has some exposure to the message of the Bible. If she were to learn all there is to learn from all the books on the shelves in the university library, and yet did not learn of the love of God in Christ Jesus for her, she would be hopeless in trying to know God. Please pray that O. will hear the voice of God speaking to her and then respond to His voice by asking Jesus to be the Lord of her life.

- Unengaged of Cote d'Ivoire

In Need of Your Prayers

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:32:34 -0500

An old Koyaka man is in constant pain every day. He has no medicine and no hope of getting any. This elderly man does not know God through faith in Jesus Christ. Pain from old age lasts a number of years. The penalty for sin is death and lasts for eternity. Prayer is the only hope he has. Will you pray for him and other Koyaka who need to hear the gospel story?