Bengali-speaking South Asian in Finland

Bengali is one of the top 10 largest languages in the world. There are numerous castes and communities that speak this major South Asian language. Finland is a peaceful, prosperous Nordic nation. The country has opened its doors to refugees who are fleeing the turmoil of their home counties in Asia and the Middle East. One of these groups is Bengali speakers from South Asia.

Ministry Obstacles

The Bengali speakers in Finland want to retain their ethnic identity and religion.

Outreach Ideas

Finnish believers can build relationships with Bengali speaking South Asians and help them to adjust to their new homes. These believers also can help them learn Finnish and get jobs. Living in Finland gives them an opportunity to embrace Christ they do not have in some other countries where they live.

Scripture Focus

"He answered, Whether he is a sinner I do not know. One thing I do know, that though I was blind, now I see."  John 9:25

Scripture Prayer

Pray that the Lord removes the spiritual blindness of today’s people group and they begin to see God’s truth revealed in Jesus Christ.

Prayer Focus

Pray that the followers of Christ in Finland would lovingly reach out to these Muslims with Christ-like character. Pray that they would be open to embracing Jesus Christ as Lord of their lives. Ask the Holy Spirit to do signs and wonders in bringing the Bengali speaking South Asian to Christ while they are living in Finland.