GLOBAL PRAYER NETWORK: Hajam of Nepal

Rabu, 11 Maret 2015

Hajam of Nepal

There is a long-standing tradition of the Hajam being barbers and manicurists. The Hajams are found in nearly every part of India and most of Pakistan. In Nepal they can be found in almost any part of the Terai region. In the Muslim community they often perform hair-trimming for major family events like weddings and funerals. In some communities they can also be match-makers and some women assist with childbirth. Though they are Sunni Muslims, married women will often be distinguished by a nose-stud and the "bindi" dot on the forehead. This group remains a strategic people to reach with the Gospel as they have far-reaching connections into the Muslim community socially.
Ministry Obstacles
Their present faith acknowledges Jesus as a prophet, but denies His place as deity, the Son of God.
Outreach Ideas
Christians can carry the Gospel of Christ to the Hajam community through use of Gospel films and recordings, and also by telling stories from Scripture.
Pray for the followers of Christ
There has been no indication of any Christian believers among the Muslim Hajam, not in any of the four countries of residence. Please pray for a growing interest in Isa (Jesus) as the Koran is read and taught. Pray the Lord will reveal himself to the Hajam at the proper time.
Pray for the entire people group
Pray the Hajam community will have an increasing desire for the One who is "the Way, the Truth, and the Life." Pray the Spirit of Christ will satisfy this desire.
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