Dendi in Benin
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Usually living in settlements of round, mud or thatched dwellings with straw roofs, the Dendi are located in the northernmost region of Benin, mainly in the lush plains of the Niger River. Settlements along the Niger River contain many rice fields and garden plots. Villages farther from the river are surrounded by bush areas and cultivated fields. The Dendi are almost entirely Muslim. Even though Islam introduced new elements into the Dendi culture, it left the underlying framework of custom and tradition virtually untouched. Spirit possession, magic, sorcery, ancestor worship and witchcraft remain vital components of the Dendi belief system.

Ministry Obstacles
The Dendi are very involved in the occult and so one can expect spiritual opposition to the good news of Jesus.

Outreach Ideas
There is a need for Christian medical teams and humanitarian aid workers to minister to the physical needs of the Dendi people.

Scripture Focus
"I will bless the LORD at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth."  Psalm 34:1

Scripture Prayer
May many from this people group praise Him at all times!

Prayer Focus
There are some followers of Christ among the Dendi. Pray the Lord will send teachers to help them become firmly established on the truths of scripture and send pastors to shepherd them. Pray for adequate rainfall to produce good crops and for improved health care. Pray for entire Dendi families to embrace Christ.

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