The Gambia

Praise Points

Lord Jesus, we thank You for the gift of independence and the measure of peace The Gambia has experienced compared to other nations in the region. “The Lord gives strength to His people; the Lord blesses His people with peace” (Psalm 29:11).

Heavenly Father, we are grateful for the missionaries who sowed seeds of faith in The Gambia, building schools and churches that continue to bear fruit. “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news” (Romans 10:15).

Almighty God, we praise You for the resilience of the Christian community, which has endured in a nation where it is a small minority. “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair” (2 Corinthians 4:8).

Prayer Points

Abba Father, we pray against government corruption that robs citizens of justice and opportunity. Raise leaders who serve with righteousness. “Your rulers are rebels, partners with thieves; they all love bribes and chase after gifts” (Isaiah 1:23).

Abba Father, break the power of rising Islamic extremism that brings fear and oppression to Christians in The Gambia. Protect Your people from harm. “No weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you” (Isaiah 54:17).

Almighty God, we cry out against media clampdowns that silence truth and limit Christian witness. Open doors for the Gospel to be heard. “The word of God is not chained” (2 Timothy 2:9).

A Call to Salvation

Almighty God, empower The Gambian Christian parents and leaders to teach the next generation Your Word faithfully so they will remain steadfast. “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness” (2 Timothy 3:16).

Abba Father, strengthen Christians to live holy and courageous lives, not conforming to fear or compromise, but shining as lights in darkness. “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Romans 12:2).

Lord Jesus, unite the churches in The Gambia to stand firm, encourage one another, and proclaim the Gospel boldly. “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace” (Ephesians 4:3).

The Gambia, is a West African country in the 10/40 Window region. Christianity entered The Gambia through Portuguese missionaries in the 15th century and later through Anglican, Methodist, and Catholic missionaries from Europe in the 19th century, who established schools, churches, and hospitals as part of their witness.

Today, Christian teenagers in The Gambia struggle under immense pressure. The Gambia’s Church is under threat as Christians face marginalization, lack of strong discipleship, and a younger generation tempted to blend in or abandon faith under societal pressures.

Extreme poverty limits The Gambian people’s opportunities, corruption in government leaves them without fair access to resources, media restrictions silence their voices, and the rise of Islamic extremism makes them vulnerable to discrimination and hostility.