Lamira

The Lamira are a small tribe in the remote Nuba Mountains in the state of South Kordofan, Sudan. They grow their own corn, sorghum, and millet. They raise cattle, sheep, and goats, and consume the meat and milk of the livestock. They have no known schools or healthcare facilities. The Lamira are Sunni Muslims and follow the teachings of the Koran and tribal beliefs. The primary language spoken by the Lamira is Sudanese Arabic. The Lamira place a strong importance on family and hold to traditional values. Households tend to be multigenerational.

Ministry Obstacles

Roads are almost non-existent in this area, and transportation of goods and services is a challenge, especially in the rainy season. How can Christ's ambassadors get to them? It will take those who are willing to live in discomfort to reach these Muslims.

Scripture Focus

"And Elijah came near to all the people and said, "How long will you go limping between two different opinions? If the LORD is God, follow him; but if Baal, then follow him." And the people did not answer him a word."  1 Kings 18:21

Scripture Prayer

Pray that today’s people group will indeed see the vast difference between the Lord and any other deity. Pray that they will follow Him.

Prayer Focus

Pray for their needs to be met, and for them to be thankful to the Lord for his goodness and love. Pray for Lamira disciples to encourage many more of their people to become disciples of Jesus Christ. Pray for compassionate and dedicated workers to desire to serve the Lamira. Pray for the Holy Spirit to open the hearts of the Lamira to accept the message and teachings of Jesus Christ.