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Komering of Indonesia
The name
"Komering" comes from the Komering River, which is their life source.
There are two subgroups within the Komering people - the Komering Ilir
("downstream") and Komering Ulu ("upstream"). The Komering generally
live on both sides of the Komering river. The side of the river that has
a main road normally has more people and is more prosperous. As a
result, the people in villages on the side of the river without a main
road tend to move to villages that have a road. Most Komering are
followers of Islam, which strongly influences their culture. However
they also still believe in spirits and superstitions. They often call a
shaman to heal sick people or to cast out demons. Marriages between
Komering and people from other ethnic groups who are not Muslims are
forbidden.
Ministry Obstacles
The Komering have followed Islam and animism for centuries.
Outreach Ideas
The Javanese are near neighbors to the Komering and there are quite a number of believers among them. Pray they will understand the Great Commission compels them to cross cultural barriers to share the gospel with the Komering.
Pray for the followers of Christ
Please pray for the few Komering individuals who identify themselves as Christians. Pray they will be zealous to know and serve Jesus Christ, and will have their faith strengthened through fellowship with each other.
Pray for the entire people group
The Komering River has the potential to become an irrigation source. If this could be done, it would enable year-round planting of rice. Additionally, instruction about the use of 4-month rice would increase agricultural productivity.
Scripture Focus
"For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord, as the waters cover the sea." Habakkuk 2:14 |
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Senin, 30 September 2013
Komering of Indonesia
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