People
Who they are
The Serui-Laut live in Indonesian Papua, in the community of Serui Laut in southern Yapen. Their language shares their name and belongs to the Austronesian family. Papuan Malay is also used among them. The vast majority identify as Christians, while a small minority follow traditional religions.
Where they live
1
Country
5K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Indonesia Partially reached
|
100%
|
4.900 |
The Bible in this people's language
A people only truly understands the gospel when they hear it in the language of their heart. See how far the translation has come.
Serui-Laut
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)95%
Evangelicals5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for progress in translating the Scriptures into Serui-Laut.
Pray that Serui-Laut Christians will understand and put into practice the teachings of Jesus.
Pray for churches among the Serui-Laut to teach the Bible in the people's own language.
Pray for Serui-Laut
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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