Kanuri, Yerwa, Beriberi of Cameroon
The Kanuri are tall and very dark in appearance, with a stately, dignified look. This signifies their pride and appreciation for their past as rulers, as well as their present position of leadership and influence. The divorce rate among the Kanuri is extremely high, with eight out of ten marriages ending in divorce. Polygamy is common. The Kanuri have been Muslims since the eleventh century. Some superstitions are still practiced in conjunction with Islam.
Ministry Obstacles
Pride is one of the most effective barriers to simple faith in Jesus and his finished work on the cross.
Outreach Ideas
A number of good Gospel resources exist in the main language of the Kanuri. Workers are needed to take these to the people.
Pray for the followers of Christ
Pray for the few followers of Jesus among the Kanuri, that they will meet together and study God's story together.
Pray for the entire people group
Pray the proud Kanuri people will clearly see their need for forgiveness of sin, the complete forgiveness that only faith in Jesus Christ provides.
Scripture Focus
"But indeed, as I live, all the earth will be filled with the glory of the Lord." Numbers 14:21