Ricardo’s life was one of poverty, crime and violence. He grew up in a poor family in Haiti and when he turned 18, he abandoned his family and got involved in drugs and prostitution.

When Ricardo met a Bible League worker, he experienced something different—love and patience.

“I am no longer a slave to drugs or alcohol,” Ricardo exclaims, “I am no longer feared by people. Thanks to God, Bible League and my pastor.”

Ricardo continues to grow in his new faith. Christ has freed him from his past and God is using him to share His love with others.

Armed rebellion, violence, political instability, dictatorship, natural disasters and unemployment have left Haiti with the reputation of being the poorest nation in the Americas, where 80 percent of the population struggle to survive on less than US $2 a day.

“I am no longer a slave to drugs or alcohol.”

Aside from the physical hunger and recent violence, there is a deep spiritual battle in Haiti.

Haitians credit the country’s independence and “freedom” to a Voodoo pact that was made with the devil. At least half the population practices Voodoo.

The heavy practice of Voodoo has left this nation’s people in tatters. Christians in Haiti suffer. When every day life is full of risks, combined with the deep spiritual oppression, Haiti is a nation that desperately needs the transforming work of God’s Word. PLACE Bibles with persecuted Christians.