Animistic World

Animism — the belief that objects, places and creatures possess a distinct spiritual essence and that these spiritual powers must be consulted and/or manipulated through ritual to determine and/or influence an appropriate course of action — is the belief system of many indigenous peoples. Animism also plays a part in the everyday life of those who may identify with other major world religions — including Buddhism, Hinduish, Islam, and even Christianity. Here you will find stories of how the message of God's love is impacting animistic unreached people groups and learn how you can be a part of God's work among them. The Prayercast website provides helpful resources for praying for Animists.

An Animist Becomes a Follower of Christ

By Frank Johnson on October 4, 2019 0

FROM GOD REPORTS:
An Animist Becomes a Follower of Christ
An article entitled The Animist Shaken to the Core by God’s Truth tells the story of Anton Egamankon, an animist who gave his life to Christ approximately thirteen years ago. “That is who I was — Anton Egamankon, of the Coconut clan, ground owner and new husband, spirit-worshipper and survivor … I heard four months of teaching from God’s Word in my heart-language and my world changed … I realized that I was actually Anton Egamankon, child of Adam, a sinner, unclean, and deserving of death … I believed in Jesus’ work and my identity changed once again. I was now Anton Egamankon, child of the high Creator God, the undeserving sinner who had received one-sided grace and mercy … now I live with a different purpose … I am Anton Egamankon. Follower of Christ.” Click the button below to read the rest of the story!

Visit the God Reports Website to read this story entitled The animist shaken to the core by God’s truth

Photo courtesy of Trevor Cole. Used by permission.

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