Pattani Malay in Thailand
pah-tah-NEE muh-LAY

The Pattani Malay, a devout Muslim people, are the descendants of Malaysian Muslims. Over the years their unique Muslim culture has led to many separatist movements against the Thai government. Most Pattani Malays are self-employed either as farmers or fishermen.

Ministry Obstacles
Islam teaches that one is saved through obeying the law. There is no room for a holy savior in Islam. Muslims hear negative things about Christian theology before they have a chance to hear otherwise.

Outreach Ideas
There are churches in Thailand that can potentially reach the Pattani Malay people with church planting efforts. OneHope tries to give Scriptures to children in all parts of Thailand, including the Pattani Province.

Scripture Focus
"Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares."  Hebrews 13:2

Scripture Prayer
Pray for today’s people group to show hospitality to those messengers of the gospel who God sends to them.

Prayer Focus
There are few followers of Christ among the Pattani Malay, so pray for the Lord to grow the church in their community. Pray that they would soon accept the blessings of Christ for their families. Pray for God's peace in southern Thailand. Pray that the Holy Spirit would reveal Christ to Pattani Malay leaders. Pray that God the Son, Jesus Christ, would come to Pattani Malay leaders in dreams. Ask the Lord to raise up persons of peace among the Pattani Malay who will receive the gospel and disciple others.



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