Sulu Tausug in Malaysia

The Tausug are also known as Suluks or Sulu in Sabah. In the past, the Tausug made their living as pirates but now rely on farming, fishing, and livestock production. Sunni Islam is the majority religion of the Tausug. Despite the influence of Islam, they retain some of their animistic beliefs and practices associated with the spiritual world. Their view of life after death mixes Islamic beliefs with non-orthodox beliefs in spirits. They believe that a person has four souls which leave his body when he dies. The body of the deceased goes to hell, where the punishment of his sins will be revealed according to his wrongdoings while he was living.

Ministry Obstacles

Lack of workers and lack of prayer are two of the largest obstacles to the advance of the gospel.

Scripture Focus

"But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream."  Amos 5:24

Scripture Prayer

Pray that God’s justice and righteousness prevail in the society of this people group.

Prayer Focus

Pray for good quality Christian radio to be available in the Tausug language, in Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia. Pray the people will learn of these broadcasts and will listen with understanding and faith to believe. Pray that the few Sulu Tausug Christians will fellowship together and will grow in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Pray they will be faithful witnesses for Christ to family and friends.