One moment early in his ministry remains deeply etched in Peter’s mind. While visiting a leprosy colony, Peter met the chief of the community. As Peter took the man's hand in his own, he noticed he was missing his fingers. Then, as he looked into the chief's face, he realized he had no nose. In that moment, while they were speaking together, Peter strongly sensed the Lord saying to his heart, "I want you to come back and give your life to these people." Peter never forgot that moment. “That was one of the clearest moments when I sensed the Lord saying, ‘This is where I want you.’”
"I want you to come back
and give your life to these people."
For more than 27 years, Peter and Miriam have served in Nigeria, minis- tering to orphans, street children, and families in difficult circumstances, and sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. Their years overseas have included political instability, terrorism, health challenges, and countless uncertainties. Yet they have also witnessed extraordinary examples of God’s faithfulness.
They raised four children in Nigeria, all of whom are now walking with the Lord. “These days, all four of our children know Christ and are following Him,” Peter said. “That feels like a miracle.”
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