In the middle of Islamic insurgent groups and the largest Muslim population in the continent of Africa, nations are coming to know the truth—and the truth of Christ is setting them free. As a country, Nigeria ranks number six on Open Doors’ World Watch List for extreme levels of persecution against believers. And yet, here you’ll find Christians who are sold out for the gospel.

A team from Unknown Nations recently had the privilege of visiting several villages in Northern Nigeria. This area was introduced to the gospel just over six months ago through our network of indigenous missionaries. While visiting, the team met with new Hausa believers and talked to village leadership in different locations.

A Vice Chief, representing one of the villages, shared, “Before the coming of the audio Bible we knew about Jesus, but we didn’t know who He was.” Through the Quran they were taught that Jesus is a prophet, but they didn’t know Him as the son of God, a crucified and risen Savior. He gestured to the area around him and told us that this is where they gather, listen to their audio Bible, and discuss what they’re learning (see photo above).

Education is very limited in this area, so having a tool like the audio Bible is invaluable. We were told they take them wherever they go and listen until the battery dies. The villagers then re-charge their Treasures in the sun, since electricity is scarce. Before leaving, a group of villagers lined up in front of our team. One by one they began sharing with us in their native tongue. When we learned that they were reciting scripture, we rejoiced at the transformation that has taken place in this exclusively Muslim area in just six short months!

Please join us in lifting up these new Hausa believers in Northern Nigeria. The Vice Chief shared,

“We know that there are those who don’t want us, but we endure and pray that they come to the knowledge of Christ. Wherever we go to share about the gospel, we tell people that the only path is through Christ.”