Through the Flames

“I’ve known Yakubu Jakada for a little over forty years. He has a great passion for missions and peace, especially between Muslims and Christians. In this book, he has written on a very touchy area that impacts peace among Christians and Muslims in Nigeria, something much needed today. His work offers a practical approach to the hydra-headed problem in the country and brings new hope. It therefore deserves my commendation and full endorsement.”


—James B. Kantiok, professor of peace and security studies, Ahmadu Bello University





“Yakubu Jakada provides a vivid window into the persecution that Christians face not only by Boko Haram and Fului herdsmen, but also more subtle forms in their everyday lives. Through ethnographic interviews, he provides a clear and moving description of the challenges that leaders grapple with as they seek to respond biblically to persecution in a way that positively affects evangelism and discipleship. This book is a challenge to all of us to respond to difficult situations in a way that advances our witness for Christ.”


—A. Sue Russell, professor of missions and contextual studies, Asbury Theological Seminary