Benin is a West African country marked by extraordinary human and cultural richness. More than forty ethnic groups, numerous languages and centuries-old traditions coexist in a land known for its hospitality, the depth of its spirituality and the daily dialogue between different cultures and faiths.
Benin’s identity is expressed in handicrafts, music and traditional dances, such as zangbéto, and finds a strong point of reference in the religious dimension: Christianity, Islam and traditional religions coexist in a context also known as the cradle of vodun. Alongside this cultural richness, the country is experiencing a phase of economic growth supported by agriculture, trade, and services, with the port of Cotonou as a strategic hub for the entire region.
It is in this context that the ministry of Lama Sabathani Yetema, an Assemblies of God evangelist who has been engaged in missionary activities in the country for more than a year and a half. Trained in Church Planting and Missiology, with expertise in agriculture as well, Yetema carries out his service through evangelism in rural and urban settings and the establishment of prayer cells, essential tools for a Church rooted in the land and close to the people.
The vision that animates Lama Sabathani Yetema ‘s ministry is clear: to help build a Church founded on the Word of God, capable of living an authentic faith and radiating the love of Christ in society. A committed Church that serves the most vulnerable, proclaims the Gospel with compassion, and witnesses to unity in diversity.
In a world marked by fear, instability and persecution, this vision expands beyond national borders. Thoughts go particularly to persecuted Christians in northern Benin and other difficult contexts such as India, China, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger. A message of hope and communion is addressed to them: the Church does not forget, God is present and the Gospel remains a living and powerful force.
As Scripture reminds us, “I know that my Redeemer is alive.” It is this certainty that sustains the daily commitment of evangelization and becomes an appeal to all: Jesus Christ is the way, the truth and the life. To follow Him is to open one’s heart to the peace that only He can give.
The prayer that accompanies this ministry is the same prayer that runs through the whole Church: that believers may be one, so that the world may believe. And that Benin continue to be a land of hope, where the Name of God is borne with honor, responsibility and love.
The Logos editorial staff
