NIGERIA I want to thank the Lord for his is mercy towards me. I am writing in fulfillment of a vow I made to God. I promised that if my troubles are over, I would thank him immensely. I am a witch doctor. I received this power from my uncle who initiated me into the...
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Is the American Church Asleep Regarding Global Christian Persecution?
David Curry, head of Open Doors USA, penned an editorial for USA Today last month where he admonished American churches for not being more concerned about the worldwide persecution of their brothers and sisters in Christ. For instance, in May, extremists in...
New Believers in Nigeria Turn from Idol Worship and Instead Embrace Jesus Christ
Nyong, a listener to The Tide® (www.thetide.org) global radio ministry’s Efik language program in Nigeria, says she now can sleep at night. After meeting with The Tide partners and learning about the saving grace of Jesus Christ, Nyong said she has burned the shrines...
The Tide® Ministry Contact on the Ground Says Situation in Nigeria Is ‘Very Discouraging’
The Tide® (www.thetide.org) global radio ministry works with countless partners on the ground in the eight countries where it records and broadcasts Gospel radio programming. In Nigeria, where The Tide ministry has worked for a decade, a contact who is close with many...
Children Terrified to Attend School in Nigeria
The Tide® (www.thetide.org) global radio ministry has had a presence in Nigeria for a decade, mainly in the southern part of this populous country where Christianity is more accepted. But nationwide, declaring faith in Jesus Christ is becoming more and more difficult...
Nigerian Christians Face ‘Strategic Modern-Day Jihad’
Christians in Nigeria are facing a “strategic modern-day jihad” and a “deliberate plan to destroy and take over the predominantly Christian communities in the region,” according to The Christian Post. While violence and attacks against Christians in Nigeria have...
Believers Can Send Letters of Encouragement to Widows in Nigeria This Christmas
Several well-known ministries are teaming up to give Christians an opportunity to bless widows in Nigeria this Christmas season. We are excited to be joining these groups! Currently, the country is experiencing terrible unrest and Nigerians desperately need prayer and...
Letters from the Mailbag
A sampling of letters from those whose hearts have been touched by The Tide radio programs. (Full names and locations are not include to protect identity) ALBANIA Every day when I go to work I listen to Radio 7 Nord. I listen many programs but today I would like to...
Nigerians Facing Daily Violence Need Hope of Christ
Violence is nearly an everyday occurrence in Nigeria, with many living in fear of attacks on their farms, homes or churches. Reports vary as to who is responsible for the attacks, as well as who is being targeted specifically, whether farmers or Christians. Regardless...