Hunted Because of Christ

Miriam and her daughters are Christians. Because of their faith, they’ve been displaced six times as they fled from Boko Haram’s violent attacks in Nigeria.

Miriam explained, “The day my husband was killed, I was carrying my youngest daughter, Susanna, on my back. She was one year old. They killed him and let my daughter and me go. We fled in spite of the danger of moving about. They wanted to kill us, because we are Christians, but God kept us safe.” 

Miriam and her daughters settled in Jos and learned about Christian Faith Ministries, which is supported in part by CBN’s Orphan’s Promise. They reached out to us for help. 

Miriam said, “I believe strongly that God led us here. I am excited about this new life. For the first time, my daughters can go to school consistently. They are in a safe place where they can learn without interruptions or attacks. My heart is at peace knowing they are safe here.”

Susanna is doing very well in school.

“I love this place. It is so peaceful. There is no fighting here. I didn’t know life could be this good,” said Susanna. “I have made good friends since I came here. We do everything together. We eat together, we play together, and that makes me really happy.”

Miriam said, “It gives me such joy to see how much Susanna has come to love God. I can see a lot of change in her.”

Susanna said, “My relationship with God has grown. Every morning when I wake up, I pray. Sundays, we attend church here, where we learn stories about Jesus. My favorite story is the story of Lazarus and how He raised him from the dead. I also want to be become a person that raises the dead like Jesus did.”

“Thank you so much for helping my family,” said Miriam. “I pray your lives will blossom, and you will reap a bountiful harvest.”

With a big smile, Susanna said, “Life is good for my mom and my family. Thank you for accepting us into this school. May God bless you and open doors for you.”