Praise Points

Almighty Father, we thank You for the perseverance of the Christian minority in Niger who continue to stand firm in faith despite hostility. “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair” (2 Corinthians 4:8).

Lord, we are grateful that missionaries once brought both the Gospel and education to Niger, planting seeds of hope that continue to grow. “I planted, Apollos watered, but God has been making it grow” (1 Corinthians 3:6).

Father, we praise You for Niger’s rich cultural traditions and its people’s resilience in the face of hardship, knowing that every tribe and tongue has a place in Your kingdom. “After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude… from every nation, tribe, people and language” (Revelation 7:9).

Prayer Points

Lord of Hosts, we pray against the grip of Islamic extremism that brings fear and violence to Niger. Silence the voices of terror and let Your peace prevail. “The Lord is my Light and my Salvation—whom shall I fear?” (Psalm 27:1).

Righteous God, we cry out against the corruption and oppression of political parties and the silencing of truth through media clampdowns. Raise up leaders who defend justice. “Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed” (Isaiah 1:17).

Father, have mercy on Niger’s deep poverty and the lack of infrastructure that cripples families and futures. Provide resources, opportunities, and leaders with wisdom. “He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap” (Psalm 113:7).

A Call to Salvation

Heavenly Father, strengthen Christian families and churches to disciple the youth, so they remain firm in Christ despite persecution. “But you must continue in the things you have learned and become convinced of” (2 Timothy 3:14).

Lord Jesus, empower Nigerien Christians to stand in unity, rejecting fear and compromise, and to boldly witness for Christ in their nation. “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control” (2 Timothy 1:7).

Abba Father, ignite a passion in Niger’s Christian Believers for evangelism and intercession, ensuring future generations hold fast to the faith. “Declare His glory among the nations, His marvelous deeds among all peoples” (Psalm 96:3).

Niger, a 10/40 Window region country in West Africa. Christianity was introduced in Niger by Catholic and Protestant missionaries in the early 20th century, particularly from the Roman Catholic Church and mission societies like the Sudan Interior Mission, which brought education and healthcare alongside the Gospel. Despite their efforts, Christianity remains a small minority in a predominantly Muslim nation.

Today, Niger’s Christian teenagers face daunting struggles: limited access to education, heavy societal pressure to conform to Islam, discrimination in schools and jobs, and a bleak economy offering little hope. The Church in Niger is under threat due to political instability after repeated coups, suppression of opposition parties and media freedom, the rise of violent Islamic extremism across the Sahel, extreme poverty, and the state’s failure to build critical infrastructure that could improve life.

Transformation in Niger needs Christian Believers to return to biblical faithfulness by rejecting fear, holding firm to Christ despite persecution. There needs to be discipleship programs for the youth to encourage and educate them. They must embody justice, integrity, and love, ensuring future generations remain rooted in the Word despite oppression.

Praise Points

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the resilience of the Christian community in Kyrgyzstan, who continue to worship You despite many obstacles. “Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus” (Philippians 1:6).

Abba Father, we praise You for the cultural heritage of Kyrgyzstan, which preserves the beauty of family, music, and traditions that can be redeemed to honor You. “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights” (James 1:17).

Father God, we thank You for the small but faithful congregations and Christian leaders who have risked much to spread Your Word. “But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one” (2 Thessalonians 3:3).

Prayer Points

Almighty God, we pray against laws and policies, like the Religion Law of 2011, that restrict the freedom to gather, worship, and teach Your Word. “If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31).

Mighty God, protect Your children from persecution, forced marriages, and abductions that target converts and vulnerable Believers. “The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and bring me safely to His Heavenly Kingdom” (2 Timothy 4:18).

Heavenly Father, shield the Church from the lack of Christian literature and resources that weaken faith, and provide creative ways to spread Your Word. “Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105).

A Call to Salvation

Almighty God, help Christian families to disciple their children faithfully, teaching them to stand firm in faith even in hostile environments. “All your children will be taught by the Lord, and great will be their peace” (Isaiah 54:13).

Abba Father, raise a generation of Kyrgyz Believers who live in holiness, courage, and integrity, resisting pressure to compromise their faith. “But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do” (1 Peter 1:15).

Heavenly Father, unite Kyrgyz churches to boldly share the Gospel, strengthen each other in persecution, and ensure that future generations inherit a living faith. “That all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in Me and I am in you” (John 17:21).

Kyrgyzstan is a 10/40 Window country in Central Asia. It traces its lineage to the Mongol Empire. The nation broke away from the Soviet Union in 1991. Islam is the dominant religion. Christianity arrived largely through Russian Orthodox missionaries during the 19th and early 20th centuries, and later through Protestant missionaries who sought to establish small communities and schools.

Kyrgyzstan’s Christian Believers face immense challenges, including social pressure, limited access to Christian education, and persecution for converting from Islam. The Church is under threat due to the Religion Law of 2011, which restricts religious activity, increased government surveillance and raids on gatherings, forced marriages to Muslims, abduction of brides, and the limited availability of Christian literature. Kyrgyzstan made its way into the Top 50 Persecuted Countries in 2025. It ranks at 47th out of the 50.