Rawas in Indonesia

The main sources of income for the Rawas come from rubber and palm oil plantations. They are self-sufficient in producing their food supply. The Rawas are highly motivated in pursuing their economic needs and many work until they are old. The Rawas strongly value honesty in their work and this can be seen in how they earn their money. Honesty is a community value and therefore the Rawas area is very safe. Their relationships with outsiders in their area are very good. The indigenous residents or village people are known as people who don't bother much with the affairs of transmigrants (Indonesians from other islands).

Ministry Obstacles

Without any known Christ followers in their community, the Rawas must hear the gospel from those outside their community.

Scripture Focus

"You turn things upside down! Shall the potter be regarded as the clay, that the thing made should say of its maker, He did not make me; or the thing formed say of him who formed it, He has no understanding?"  Isaiah 29:16

Scripture Prayer

Pray that many from this people group will soon understand that they belong to God by right of His life-giving creation.

Prayer Focus

Ask God to send loving and dedicated workers to the Rawas. Ask God to give their elders dreams and visions that will open their hearts to Jesus Christ. Pray for the Rawas to experience and embrace the glory of the Lord.