In January alone, Boko Haram struck 21 times, killing more than 250 people in Nigeria. Almost 1,000 have died in recent months in multiple terror attacks around the
country. In the group's deadliest strike to date, Boko Haram killed 185 people in a
string of coordinated attacks in Kano on Jan. 20. A Boko Haram spokesman has
declared war on Nigeria's government, the
security services and the country's
Christians, stating in an online video
release, "I enjoy killing anyone that God
commands me to kill the way I enjoy killing
chickens and rams."
VOM contacts reported that suspected Boko Haram members bombed a police station in Gombe on Feb. 24 that left 14 dead. In addition, the Church of Christ in Nigeria (COCIN) in Jos was bombed on Feb. 26. Four people were confirmed killed and more than 50 were hospitalized.
Some Christian neighborhoods are taking measures to defend themselves. Others rely solely on God for protection and take comfort in his Word.
Source: CBN & VOM Contacts
Pray for God's divine intervention in Nigeria and for his protection of Christians there. Pray that President Goodluck Jonathan will take action on their behalf and that the terrorists will repent and be saved.
"My brethren, take the prophets, who spoke in the name of the Lord, as an example of suffering and patience. Indeed we count them blessed who endure. You have heard of the perseverance of Job and seen the end intended by the Lord--that the Lord is very compassionate and merciful." James 5:10-11
VOM supports hundreds of Nigerian pastors who continue to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ despite persecution. In addition, VOM provides food, clothing and medical aid to Nigerian Christians who are attacked by Muslim extremists.
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