World Prayer Today

Unity Through Afrikaans in Southern Africa

“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” –Psalm 133:1 (NKJV)

Afrikaans is spoken in South Africa, Namibia, and parts of Botswana. Today, we pray for unity among Afrikaans speakers in a region historically marked by division. The gospel is breaking barriers, and bringing people together in Christ.

Afrikaans, derived from Dutch, is spoken by diverse ethnic groups. While historically tied to apartheid, it is now a language of reconciliation and gospel outreach, helping bridge cultural gaps in Southern Africa. Programs like THRU the BIBLE play a vital role in fostering this unity by sharing God’s Word in a way that resonates with Afrikaans-speaking communities.

A powerful story from a listener in a rural farming area:

“I listen to your program every morning before I do my duties on the farm. We are in a rural area, far away from civilization. I have ordered the USB stick with the program before and passed it on to some family members. This year, I want to obtain 10 USB sticks to give as gifts to my friends. The messages from this program are the best gift I can give my friends. Thank you for your program and the way it’s presented.”

This listener’s story highlights how Afrikaans-language broadcasts are reaching remote communities and equipping believers to share the gospel with others. To God be the glory for the unity and transformation His Word brings!

Let’s pray for a harvest of peace and unity among Afrikaans-speaking families and communities. May the gospel continue to break down barriers and bring people together in Christ.

Prayer Points:

• Thank God for the healing power of the gospel among Afrikaans-speaking communities.
• Pray for believers to model reconciliation and unity in Christ.
• Ask for strength for pastors teaching God’s Word in Afrikaans.

Engage with THRU the BIBLE:

Listen to THRU the BIBLE Afrikaans programs and share the app with others: TTB.Bible/Afrikaans.