My experience in Zaria and why we must pray for Nigeria and Christians in the North | By Professor Emmanuel Kolawole
Many years back I went to Zaria on a mission, and that happened to be my first time in Zaria. On getting there I was provided with necessary information to help me adjust to new surroundings, and learn to relate with the Hausas. At that time, let me explain how Zaria looked like: while Zaria did not technically experience a "war," it has experienced violence, conflicts and unrest, ethnic and religious violence. All these have resulted in loss of lives, destruction of properties, displacement of communities, and wretchedness in the land. Ha! It was like a war zone at that period! We held church meetings quietly and shared the gospel in the neighbourhood with a subtle approach. This has to be done before 4pm late afternoon. Public evangelism in Zaria as at that time was a sensitive activity. Publicly and openly evangelising was highly challenging. Living was really challenging, the battle was fierce. No time for lackadaisical attitude. It is either you are for Jesus or not. Either Jesus or the world. The choice is yours!
There is still religious tension and ongoing insecurity in Zaria today because the underlying factors that have caused past religious tension still exist.
We must pray for the church of Jesus and those serving in the Northern part of Nigeria.
Christian communities and churches in Northern Nigeria face significant challenges, including security issues and conflict, which make prayer and support vital.
Let's pray:
Pray that the church will "preach the Word of God without apology" and "boldly share Jesus as the only hope for salvation" (2 Timothy 4:2, Acts 4:12).
Ask God to give His servants strength, courage, and boldness to preach the gospel fearlessly, as the disciples did in Acts 4.
Pray for God's protection, trusting that He will act according to His will to save those serving in the Northern region of Nigeria from harm (Psalm 91:15).
Ask God to provide for their practical needs and to give them His peace and comfort amid their suffering (2 Corinthians 1:7-9).
Copyright © Prof. Emmanuel Kolawole
Professor Emmanuel Kolawole, @profemmanuelkolawole, mail@profemmanuelkolawole.com.ng, www.profemmanuelkolawole.com.ng
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