I’ve hesitated wether or not to publicly write about the story of two sisters who have recently entered our ministry. However, after much consideration I have realized that this blog wouldn't accurately depicted my time here if I didn't share at least some of the heartbreaking struggles we are confronted with. Here is a prayer email I sent out last week:
Family and Friends,
Our orphanage just rescued two sisters who are in desperate need of prayer. Ruth (6) and Sarah (11) were lured into joining a secret witchcraft society. To enter this evil colt they had to sacrifice something of value to them. Brainwashed by the members, they gave permission for their mom to be murdered. This happened last week. The funeral took place Saturday.
Learning what had happened, their Uncle brought them to us immediately following the funeral services. Although finances have limited the amount of new kids we can take, we accepted these girls due to the urgency and nature of their situation. After an all day prayer session with the girls Sunday they gave their life to Christ...Hallelujah!
I met the girls for the first time yesterday. Although you couldn't tell by their demeanor what the past 5 days had brought, they are in desperate need of people interceding on their behalf. Here are some things you pray for:
Protection particularly between midnight and 3 AM (6 PM to 9 PM your time). Due to the nature of what they were involved in they are under heavy spiritual attack during the night.
Forgiveness. As the reality of what has taken place sinks in chances are the enemy will try and use guilt to lure them away from their freedom in Christ. Please pray that they grasp the concept that there sin has been paid for in full and they are blameless in the eyes of God.
Aunty Altine. She will be their new mother at the orphanage. Please pray for her and the other girls living in her house.
Thanks in advance for your prayers.
Dustin
Although the story of Ruth & Sarah is extremely tragic, I pray it doesn't discourage you, but rather encourage, as you see that there is a real need in this world for individuals like you and I to be a voice for the voiceless.
Ruth & Sarah
This story may be true, but I would just caution against believing all such stories you hear about secret societies, witchcraft, and so on, or on spreading those stories without adequate verification. There is no doubt that many Nigerians _believe_ stories like this, but some also blame HIV on witchcraft. In what way could a six year old be aware and responsible enough to cause her mother's murder? How does a factual investigation support the story(circumstances of mother's death, witnesses, police reports, suspects stories etc.)?Under what circumstances could her "confession" be believed? Does this correspond to any _biblical_ examples of the activity of evil powers?
ReplyDeleteAs I say, it may be true, but healthy amounts of investigation and skepticism are needed before concluding that it IS true.