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Nigerian Faith Leaders Unite for Peace
Faith Facts
- Christian, Muslim, and traditional leaders in Nigeria have joined together in an interfaith movement to confront escalating violence and call for accountability.
- An unprecedented interfaith accord was signed on Dec. 9 in Abuja, fostering collaboration to promote justice, unity, and protect all Nigerians.
- Leaders emphasized that attacks against anyone, regardless of faith or ethnicity, are wrong and urged the government to fulfill its duty to ensure safety and uphold moral leadership.
Nigerian faith leaders have come together to seek faithful solutions amid rising violence, urging their government to protect vulnerable communities and act with justice. This united stand demonstrates the power of shared biblical and moral values to encourage national unity and peace.
During a gathering in Washington, D.C., Christian and Muslim representatives shared their resolve to coordinate advocacy, strengthen local warning systems, and reactivate traditional conflict resolution through genuine faith-based leadership. Their dialogue highlights the responsibility of each citizen and the guiding role of faith in overcoming crisis.
“Guided by the sanctity of life and God-given dignity of every Nigerian, leaders renewed their commitment to moral leadership, national unity and collective action … The religious leaders agreed to speak with one voice to denounce violence, promote peace and uphold the dignity and rights of all Nigerians, regardless of religion or ethnicity.”
The call from Nigerian faith leaders urges a spirit of Christian service—encouraging believers to stand strong, speak truth, and model Christ’s love as they seek a safer and more just society for all. Let us continue in prayer and action as we uphold the values of faith, family, and freedom.
Faith Facts
- Attorney and preacher Mark Lanier, raised in Texas Churches of Christ, is leading a pivotal lawsuit against Meta over youth social media addiction.
- Lanier has likened the impacts of apps like Instagram and Facebook on children to the dangers posed by cigarettes.
- He actively integrates his faith into his legal and educational work, including founding the Lanier Theological Library and the Christian Trial Lawyers Association.
Mark Lanier prayed outside a Los Angeles courthouse with families concerned about social media’s harm to their children, putting Christian faith at the forefront of his advocacy.
He challenged Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg in court with internal company statements suggesting an aim to attract young users, raising questions about moral responsibility.
As a committed Christian lawyer and educator, Lanier stands on his biblical roots from Lipscomb University and the Churches of Christ, pursuing both ministry and justice in the public square.
He claims in court that major tech companies knowingly designed addictive apps to profit from children’s vulnerabilities.
“The companies did this, and they did this for money. That’s our allegation.”
Lanier’s efforts continue to influence both the legal landscape and the church community, emphasizing the need for Christ-centered discernment in today’s digital world.
Faith Facts
- The Evangelical Alliance of Guatemala addressed the ongoing constitutional review of Decree 5-2025, which established National Bible Day.
- The organization affirmed the Bible’s cultural and spiritual heritage for the nation, calling for respectful, plural public debate grounded in religious freedom.
- National Bible Day, celebrated on the first Saturday of August, highlights the lasting societal contributions of the Bible, according to its supporters.
The Evangelical Alliance of Guatemala has issued a statement supporting the significance of National Bible Day while the country’s Constitutional Court reviews its legality.
The statement encouraged respectful discussion of differing opinions and underscored commitment to religious liberty, the dignity of all, and adherence to constitutional order.
“For many Guatemalans, the Bible is a vital source of values and social unity, contributing to the nation’s ethical and cultural foundation.”
The alliance clarified that the day’s observance does not impose an official religion but instead recognizes a key part of the country’s heritage.
Guatemala’s Congress established this observance with broad support, and the law faces a constitutional challenge that will impact how faith and freedom are honored in public life.
As the nation awaits the court’s decision, believers are reminded to pray for wisdom, unity, and a renewed appreciation for biblical values that build strong families and communities.
Faith Facts
- Guatemala’s Decree 5-2025 establishes National Bible Day on the first Saturday of August.
- The Constitutional Court is reviewing the law’s implications for religious liberty.
- The Evangelical Alliance of Guatemala affirms the Bible’s importance as cultural and ethical heritage.
The Evangelical Alliance of Guatemala has voiced support for the observance of Bible Day as the Constitutional Court evaluates Decree 5-2025. This decree honors the Bible’s deep influence on Guatemalan culture and tradition.
The Alliance encourages respectful public discussion and insists that religious freedom and dignity should remain central, even within a secular state framework.
The organization clarified that Bible Day recognizes spiritual heritage, not the adoption of an official religion, affirming the Bible’s positive contribution to society.
It expressed hope that the court will uphold constitutional order while respecting faith-based contributions to national identity.
Many Guatemalans look to Scripture as a foundation for values and unity, and the group emphasized that these benefits reach beyond any one denomination.
As the nation awaits the court’s decision, the outcome will shape how faith and freedom are recognized in public policy.
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