Kenyan Gujarati in Kenya
goo-jah-RAH-tee
The Gujarati are primarily classified as the inhabitants of the state of Gujarat, western India. For most of them, Gujarati is their native language. Today there are significant Gujarati communities in some 27 nations with a large number in Kenya and Uganda. Gujarati who have emigrated are usually from the higher, wealthier castes and have maintained many aspects of their own culture. They are often involved in trade or operate small businesses.
Ministry Obstacles People in the business community have very little free time. It would be difficult for Gujaratis in Kenya to attend Bible studies and church services.
Scripture Focus "I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds." Psalm 9:1
Scripture Prayer Pray for many from today’s people group to tell of God’s marvelous deeds to their families.
Prayer Focus Ask the Lord to raise up loving missionaries who are willing to share Christ with the Gujaratis. Pray that God would give the mission agencies wisdom, favor and strategies for reaching the Gujarati. There is a strong Church in Kenya. Pray for indigenous Christians to share Christ with these Hindus. Pray that South Asian Christians would be bold in their witness for Christ. Ask the Holy Spirit to soften the hearts of the Gujaratis towards Jesus Christ and his claims. Pray that Gujarati businessmen would be evangelized and take the gospel to their own people. Ask the Lord to raise up strong fellowships of believers among the Gujarati.
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People Name: |
Kenyan Gujarati |
Pronunciation: |
goo-jah-RAH-tee |
Country: |
Kenya |
10/40 Window: |
No |
Population: |
51,000 |
World Population: |
3,347,000 |
Primary Language: |
Gujarati |
Primary Religion: |
Hinduism |
Scripture: |
Complete Bible |
Ministry Resources: |
Yes |
Jesus Film: |
Yes |
Audio Recordings: |
Yes |
Christ Followers: |
Few, less than 2% |
Status: |
Unreached |
Progress Level: |
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