Djimini of Ivory Coast

The Djimini have a high regard for their language and speak it at home, in the marketplace, and in the churches. The Djimini language is not in danger of disappearing or of being absorbed. Most Djimini practice animism or adhere to African traditional religions; about 2-4% are Christians. The New Testament (dedicated in 1995) is already used extensively, but the Old Testament stories of Abraham and the prophets are needed to show the truth of the Gospel and to counteract other stories and misunderstandings.

  • By the Lord’s help the Djimini team finished the drafting of Job. Next the local reviewers’ committee will check it to ensure the meaning is clear and the wording sounds like good Djimini. Pray that the team will find local speakers with whom to do village testing of Job, especially since many people are busy on their farms this season.

  • Continue to pray that the problem of frequent power cuts and erratic phone service in the team’s work area will be alleviated.

  • The reviewers’ committee checked Psalms 51-100, as planned. They exceeded this goal and reviewed the rest of the book as well. Pray that this inspiring book of the Bible will draw many people to the Lord and deepen the worship experience of local believers and churches.

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