In a place often associated with despair and isolation, something extraordinary is happening. Across Nigeria, prisons are becoming unlikely centers of revival as inmates encounter the transforming power of the gospel. Through the ministry of Prisoners For Christ (PFC) and its International Bible Institute, incarcerated men and women are not only finding salvation in Jesus Christ—they’re also becoming trained spiritual leaders within their prison communities.
PFC’s International Bible Institute operates like a full Bible college within the prison system. The program consists of 143 comprehensive lessons covering Scripture, theology, Christian living, and leadership. For most participants, it takes three to four years to complete, depending on their pace and consistency. But this isn’t just about head knowledge—it’s about equipping inmates for real, lasting ministry.
Those who graduate from the full course are commissioned as inmate chaplains. These individuals become frontline ministers within their correctional facilities, leading Bible studies, discipling fellow inmates, sharing the gospel, and providing spiritual support in an environment that desperately needs hope.
The ripple effect of this training is growing. Inmate chaplains are not only changing their own lives but are also influencing the lives of others behind bars. Their personal testimonies carry unique credibility, and their commitment to the Word is sparking a spiritual movement within Nigeria’s prison system.
In a recent milestone, PFC celebrated the growing maturity and leadership of these inmate chaplains. Just a few weeks ago, they organized a large-scale prison crusade, led entirely by chaplain graduates. The event gathered inmate leaders from across multiple facilities and served as both a spiritual revival and a demonstration of how deeply the gospel is taking root—even in the darkest places.
These inmate-led movements are a powerful reminder that no one is beyond the reach of God’s grace. As the gospel continues to flourish behind prison walls, many who were once forgotten by society are now being restored, renewed, and raised up as leaders in the Kingdom of God.
Pray for continued protection and encouragement for inmate chaplains as they minister daily in difficult environments. Ask God to expand the reach of the PFC Bible Institute to more prisons across Nigeria and beyond. Pray for revival to continue spreading inside and outside prison walls as transformed lives return to their communities. What the world sees as a place of confinement, God is using as a training ground for redemption, discipleship, and leadership. Revival is alive—and it’s starting behind bars.
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