Sherdukpen in Bhutan

The oral history of the Sherdukpen says that "they originated from the marriage of a Tibetan prince with a princess of Assam, possibly of Kachari origin." Buddhism first came to the Sherdukpen in the mid-1700s, and they have remained loyal to that religion ever since.

Ministry Obstacles

Buddhism and the flexible mindset it fosters allow people to accept or reject any aspect of a faith system. It will be difficult for the Sherdukpen people to accept the truths of the gospel.

Outreach Ideas

Those who reach out to the Sherdukpen can start with stories from the Bible. They may or may not accept them as spiritual truth, but it is a starting point. From there, workers can focus on those who show an inclination to the gospel.

Scripture Focus

"Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may speed ahead and be honored, as happened among you,"  2 Thessalonians 3:1

Scripture Prayer

Make this your prayer for this people group.

Prayer Focus

Pray for the Sherdukpen people to have a spiritual hunger that will not let them rest until they find and embrace Jesus Christ. Pray that the eyes of the Sherdukpen people would be opened, so they can see Jesus as he is. Pray for Christian believers to come to them with the gospel. Pray that soon they would be discipled in the ways of Jesus, resulting in transformed communities.