Kobas of Southeast Asia

The Kobas people live simple, self-sustaining lives in central Papua, Indonesia. During the 1960s, evangelists from a nearby people group brought the gospel to the Kobas people. Even though about 40% are Christians, few pastors have any Biblical education, and they rely heavily on the few books of translated Scripture. As a result of their limited access to Scripture and education, even many pastors still fear the traditional spirits, and many believers are trapped in a very legalistic Christianity. The Kobas people need a clear translation of the Word that will help them to live in the peace and grace of God.

  • Thank the Lord that the five “T books” have joined Mark, Acts and James as the books in print and available to the Kobas. Pray that many people will greatly benefit from the rich doctrinal and practical teaching of the T books.

  • Praise God for the encouraging progress that the team has made on Luke’s Gospel. Pray that the Lord will empower the translators as they move Luke closer to the printing stage.

  • Project advisor Paul has had a number of church and other responsibilities that have taken his time, and one translation helper left. Pray that the Kobas team won’t be hurting due to a shortage of workers. The economic downturn has caused a monetary devaluation with some negative effect on Paul and his family. Pray that God will provide for the needs of Paul and the Kobas team and their families.

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