Pashtun, Northern in Afghanistan
Pashtuns are
the largest ethnic group in Afghanistan, and make up the majority of the
Taliban and the current Afghan government. There may be as many as 400
tribes and clans within the Pashtun community. The Pashtun are said to
be elegant, colorfully attired, hospitable, considerate, fierce in
hatred, and kind in friendship. They are a people who have known
frequent warfare. The essence of their culture can be seen in the code
of ethics they live by. This unwritten code is called Pushtunwali ("the
way of the Pushtun"), and is close to the heart of every Pashtun. The
overwhelming majority of Pashtuns follow Sunni Islam, and follow it
fiercely.
Ministry Obstacles
Pashtuns have been strongly committed to Islam for generations, and they have been a war-like people, as well. Most Taliban are Pashtun.
Outreach Ideas
There is a network of people committed to praying for and reaching out to the Pashtun. Pray they will work together in a unified manner and that God will allow them to experience breakthroughs in reaching this group.
Pray for the followers of Christ
A small handful of Pashtun have come to accept Jesus as Savior. They very much need prayer. Please pray they will live holy lives, and will be filled with all the fruit of God's Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. This will honor the Lord before their families and friends.
Pray for the entire people group
Please pray the Lord will place a desire for peace in Pashtun hearts, and that they will increasingly be dissatisfied with anything less than knowing and serving Jesus Christ.
Scripture Focus
"Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the Lord your God is the one who goes with you. He will not fail you or forsake you." Deuteronomy 31:6 |
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Jumat, 22 Januari 2016
Pashtun, Northern in Afghanistan
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