November 2023

Thailand

The greatest gospel gap in the world is in 50 countries—they have barely any new, thriving churches. And nearly 75% of all the world’s unreached people (3.6 billion) live in 12 of those 50 countries. These people have the least access to the gospel in their own language.

Engage in strategic, focused prayer for the 12 countries of the world that are least reached with the gospel without ever leaving home.

Every month in 2023 we’ll feature one of these countries, familiarize you with its culture, and share prayer requests addressing the country’s specific needs. We believe the light of Jesus can shine through!

All about Thailand

People across Thailand will celebrate Loy Krathong Festival this month by launching decorative floating baskets onto rivers and lakes, and releasing lanterns into the air. Many believe they can send away negative emotions and honor water spirits through this tradition. Pray that Thai people will find true hope and peace in the One who made the waters and who removes their sins as far as the east is from the west.

Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, is one of the most visited cities in the world with over 22,000,000 visitors each year.

Thailand is second only to China for the most number of Buddhists living in one country. There are about 35,000 Buddhist temples throughout Thailand.

Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country that was never colonized by a European country. In the Thai language, the name of the country means “land of the free.”

There are 76 letters in the Thai alphabet, including 44 consonants and 32 vowels! Thai also has five tones.

Thai cuisine includes four main types of dishes: soups, spicy salads, pounded foods (with spices typically ground and pounded in a mortar and pestle), and curries.

Pray for anti-trafficking organizations across the country that work closely with local and national governments to combat pervasive human trafficking in Thailand. Pray for Christian nationals to step into social work, law enforcement, judicial positions and every sector of society to eliminate this form of modern-day slavery from Thailand.

Pray God uses churches, Christian schools, children’s programs, social media and outreaches to bring youth to know Him personally. Pray God would use this generation to dramatically influence the people of Thailand for His glory and honor.

Thailand is one of the leading social media markets in Southeast Asia with over 50 million Facebook users and 80% of the population using YouTube. Pray that many will see and respond to online ministries and Christian posts that spark their interest in who Jesus really is.

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