1.6: Intercede - The Japanese of Japan

Now that we understand the terminology, let’s begin by turning our hearts outward. This week, we will intercede for the Japanese people, an Unreached People Group.

Population: 120 million | Largest Religion: Buddhism (69.8%) | Evangelical: 0.3%

Racially, culturally, and ethnically, the Japanese are one of the most homogenous people groups in the world. They identify themselves in terms of biological heritage, birth in Japan, a shared culture, and a common language (Japanese). Although most Japanese claim to be both Shintoist and Buddhist, many Japanese are indifferent to and skeptical of established religion.

On the outside, they seem to have few needs. However, many have become obsessed with materialistic pleasures, careers, and possessions.

PRAY FOR:

More laborers to go to Japan and share Christ

Christian businessmen to have open doors to share about Jesus

Their hearts to be softened towards Christians so that they will be receptive to the gospel

After watching the video above and reading over the prayer points, please pause and spend five minutes lifting up our unreached people group of the day.