Population: 13,550,000
Hub: Afghanistan
Religion: Islam
Christians: 0.00%
Hub: Afghanistan
Religion: Islam
Christians: 0.00%
Resources: NT, JF
Engaged: Yes
Workers Needed: 250
Annual Deaths: 122,000
Engaged: Yes
Workers Needed: 250
Annual Deaths: 122,000
Description: The Pashtun claim descent from the Israelite tribe of Joseph. Genetic and linguistic research suggests that they are related more closely to the Iranian ethno-lingustic cluster. They possess one of the most sophisticated tribal structures in the world, with numerous clans united under 30 tribes.
Prayer Points:
• Most evangelism in Afghanistan among the Pashtun is confined to the capital of Kabul for security reasons. Pray for stability to come to rural areas where it is still dangerous for Christian witness, and for thousands of Pashtun evangelists to be thrusted out into the Harvest.
• Christian ministries in the capital have been able to lead around one thousand Pashtun to Christ. Pray for the development of several Pashtun fellowships now meeting in Kabul, and that these believers would grow into maturity and Christian leadership.
• the Afghan people have elected the first leader of their own choosing in democratic elections. Intercede for this new government, that they would preserve religious freedom and promote ethnic harmony.
A Prayer: Heavenly Father, we lift up to you the 30 tribal leaders which rule over all the Pashtun. We ask you to work in their hearts that they would seek the Prince of Peace.
Every year 122,000 Afghan Pashtun die without Christ, many of whom never hear the gospel in their lifetime. Let's do something to change that.
Prayer Points:
• Most evangelism in Afghanistan among the Pashtun is confined to the capital of Kabul for security reasons. Pray for stability to come to rural areas where it is still dangerous for Christian witness, and for thousands of Pashtun evangelists to be thrusted out into the Harvest.
• Christian ministries in the capital have been able to lead around one thousand Pashtun to Christ. Pray for the development of several Pashtun fellowships now meeting in Kabul, and that these believers would grow into maturity and Christian leadership.
• the Afghan people have elected the first leader of their own choosing in democratic elections. Intercede for this new government, that they would preserve religious freedom and promote ethnic harmony.
A Prayer: Heavenly Father, we lift up to you the 30 tribal leaders which rule over all the Pashtun. We ask you to work in their hearts that they would seek the Prince of Peace.
Every year 122,000 Afghan Pashtun die without Christ, many of whom never hear the gospel in their lifetime. Let's do something to change that.