Belitung in Indonesia

Belitung in Indonesia The traditional Belitung house is built on a raised platform with bark walls and roofs of sago palm leaves. They also have temporary villages used during harvest. These houses are built at the edge of the forest and are usually lived in during the time the people work in the field. The Belitung adhere to Islam which came to the area around the 17th century. In spite of their dedication to Islam, many Belitung people are still influenced by animistic belief in spirits. Ministry Obstacles These people live on Belitung island, making access somewhat a challenge. Outreach Ideas Christians can help encourage and disciple the Christian believers in this people group, praying for them and providing discipleship materials. As these disciples grow they will be able to minister to their own people. Pray for the followers of Christ Pray for the few followers of Jesus among the Belitung community. Pray they will fellowship together and grow strong in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Pray for the entire people group Pray for the material and physical needs of the Belitung to be met. Pray they will be able to provide good schooling for their children. Scripture Focus "For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek." Romans 1:16		People Name: Belitung Country: Indonesia 10/40 Window: Yes Population: 110,000 World Population: 110,000 Language: Malay Primary Religion: Islam Bible: Questionable Need Audio NT (FCBH): Yes Jesus Film: Yes Audio Recordings: Yes Christ Followers: Few, less than 2% Status: Unreached Progress Level: