Jina used to persecute Christians … before she became one
My wife, Patty, and I always tried to make sure our children grew up in a Christian home. If the church doors were open, our family was sitting in one of the pews. Unfortunately, people like Jina don’t have that kind of homelife. Jina was born into a Muslim family in...
Attacked four times by Boko Haram … but miraculously saved
“Wherever you Christians are running to, you will never be safe! You can run from the danger, but the danger will surely catch up with you!” Gail remembers those mocking words being flung at her in one of her weakest moments. It was between the third and the fourth...
How to talk to your kids about persecution: Nigeria
Girls and boys around the world are making a difference in their communities by standing up for their faith — even in the midst of persecution. And it’s never too early to teach your children or grandchildren to take a stand for what they believe in, too. One of the...
Running for her life, Miriam lost her most treasured possession
“We were in our school the day this dreaded Boko Haram invaded our community,” Miriam recalled. She remembers the screams … running as fast as she could. She remembers leaving most of her books and other possessions behind or dropping them along the way — including...
Every day, I try to live my life in such a way that I accomplish at least one thing that will outlive me and last for eternity.