Persecution in Nigeria: Hope and Miracles Amidst Danger

The Persecution of Christians in Nigeria

• 🎯 Nigeria is currently the deadliest nation in the world to be a Christian, with staggering numbers of martyrs.
• 📈 Last year, 70% of all Christians martyred globally were killed in northern Nigeria.
• 💔 This year alone, over 7,000 Christians have been killed in northern Nigeria.

Ministry Focus: Across Nigeria

• 🤝 Across Nigeria focuses on aiding the persecuted church in northern Nigeria and reaching Muslims with the gospel.
• 🏫 They operate schools for Fulani Muslim children, providing education, food, and medical aid to show the love of Christ.
• 🏥 A refugee center assists Christians who have lost family and possessions due to their faith.

Navigating Extreme Danger

• ⚠️ The work is extremely dangerous, with ministry often occurring in areas controlled by groups like Boko Haram and ISWAP.
• 🛡️ Security is a constant concern, with teams sometimes operating 12 hours deep into hostile territory.
• 🙏 Despite the risks, the focus remains on the importance of the mission over personal danger.

Signs of Hope and Supernatural Movement

• ✨ Amazing things are happening, with thousands of Muslims coming to know Jesus Christ and lives being transformed.
• 🕊️ In a region where conversion to Christianity can be legal grounds for death under Sharia law (doctrine of 'izzat asharif' or honor killing), people still choose faith despite losing everything.
• 💭 Dreams of Jesus are a pervasive phenomenon, with many Muslims receiving divine revelations about Christ before encountering the gospel.

A Pastor's Sacrifice and Resilience

• 🕯️ A vivid story recounts the brutal murder of a pastor who worked for the ministry, hacked to death in his home.
• ❤️ His wife, in the midst of her grief, prayed for the salvation of her husband's killers, embodying profound forgiveness and faith.
• 🌍 The narrative highlights the irony of persecution in a nation where nearly half the population is Christian, particularly in the Muslim-dominated North.

Personal Calling and Legacy

• 🔥 Brad Brandon's journey to leading Across Nigeria stemmed from a discomfort with a stagnant spiritual life, leading to a profound encounter with God.
• 🗣️ He emphasizes that his calling is to reach northern Nigeria with the gospel, viewing himself as a vessel for God's use.
• 🌟 The ultimate legacy desired is not personal recognition, but for people to know the name of Jesus Christ and His love.