Module 1 - Economic Empowerment

Devotional Module 1
ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT
“Some say that we here don’t know how to read maps.
But our elders don’t really need to.
From this durian tree to that durian tree, from this river
to that river, see! Our kampung!”
While the history of immigration and native customary rights maybe too complex to be dealt
with in one seating, we know that loving our neighbours includes respecting their right to live
in a safe and habitable environment.
Discussion Questions:
What does the original design of Eden tell us about God’s plan for human flourishing?
How does the current status of the indigenous people in Malaysia compare to God’s design
of shalom?
How does the example of Christ point us to the kind of posture we should take as his
followers? (e.g. Phil 2:3-7)
Prayer Points:
Pray for the land protection network of the Koperasi Sengoi Pribumi Perak (supported by
Malaysian CARE) to continue to flourish and be effective in helping the Orang Asli to
safeguard their land and way of life.
Pray for the authorities and courts to uphold the rights of the Orang Asli to dwell in their
native customary land.
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