God’s Word is Advancing Even in the Hardest Places
Around the world today, believers are standing firm in the face of persecution. They’re living out the Gospel with extraordinary courage — and The Pocket Testament League is blessed to stand beside them.
Nigeria: Faith Under Fire
We’ve all seen the heartbreaking news from Nigeria. Recently, a League Partner there wrote to tell us that 450 students had been kidnapped near his community. Schools are now closed. His message was simple but powerful:
“We find ourselves in desperate need of prayer for our safety and well-being. Yet, despite these daunting challenges, we are resolute in our mission to carry out evangelistic outreach.”
Even as danger grows, so does faith. Believers across Nigeria are pressing forward, sharing the hope of Jesus Christ one person at a time. Please continue praying for our brothers and sisters there — for their safety, strength, and steadfast witness.
India: The Gospel on the Move
The same courage is shining brightly in India, where pressure to silence Christians is increasing. Yet in this challenging environment, God’s Word is advancing at an incredible pace.
Across the nation, The League’s partners are sharing the Gospel — some under anti-conversion laws, others where those laws have not yet taken hold. In all these places, God is opening doors no one can close.
Here’s a glimpse of what’s happening right now:
| City | Downloads of the Gospel of John (past 6 months) |
|---|---|
| Patna | 93,511 |
| Lucknow | 76,588 |
| Indore | 46,400 |
| Jaipur | 35,572 |
| Hyderabad | 33,664 |
Open Doors in the Midst of Opposition
In cities where pressure is highest, the hunger for God’s Word is deepest. This pattern is humbling and inspiring — proof that the Gospel of Jesus Christ cannot be silenced.
Local believers continue to share their faith boldly, often at great personal risk. Many are coming to Jesus in response. As one recent news story described it, India is becoming “the graveyard of pastors.” Yet even there, the Church is growing.
(You can watch a powerful 9-minute video from CBN that tells more of this story: The Graveyard of Pastors).
Join Us in Prayer
Please pray for believers in both Nigeria and India — for faith to flourish in the face of persecution, for protection over those who risk their lives to share the Gospel, and for open hearts among those still waiting to hear the Good News.
