I can teach them God’s word

Bryony Lines  |  Features  |  The Bible in action
Date posted:  1 Nov 2023
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I can teach them God’s word

A Sunday School class in a country in West Africa

Children in a country in West Africa are getting the chance to know Jesus through the Bible in their languages.

If you grew up going to church, do you remember any Bible stories you learnt, verses you memorised or songs you sang in Sunday School? Engaging with God’s word at a young age can be an incredible gift – a first step towards following Jesus.

In a country in West Africa which is troubled by ongoing conflict and insecurity, a team has been developing Sunday School materials and training Sunday School teachers. This is helping hundreds of children to engage meaningfully with the Bible in their own languages.

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