Pray for the Sunda:
Bless the Lord, O my soul. Oh Lord, my God, you are very great! You are clothed with splendour and Majesty. (Psalm 104:1) We give thanks to you, Lord God, among the Sunda people. We praise you for the vibrant community and the warm cultural heritage that you have bestowed upon the Sunda. Holy Spirit, we ask that you bring the Sunda into the fold of God’s family. Please provide for their basic necessities, protect their health, and renew their soul. Please bring forth new opportunities for commerce, agriculture and education in order to increase their standard of living. Lord, would you reveal your face to them, and envelop them with your love. Amen.
Learn more about this least-reached people group:
The Sunda people are the largest unreached people group in Indonesia. Because of the abundance of fertile soil in West Java, they were traditionally rice and tea farmers. However, many are now involved in business and politics, due to the rise of industrial development and housing projects. Despite this, statistical data show that there is a high poverty rate in the area.
Almost all Sunda people are devoted Muslims. They deeply value family and cultural ties and have thus protected Sunda culture throughout generations, keeping it intact and distinct from the rest of Java culture. The Sunda practice traditional ceremonies to keep in harmony with the natural world and many have beliefs about the legend of a reincarnated god called a ‘dewata’ who dwells in earth to protect mankind. Only 0.06% of people are associated with the Evangelical faith.
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