Unreached USA

Because of God's deep love for every person in the world, Jesus commissioned all of us to share the gospel and make disciples from every nation and background (Matthew 28:18-20). He is giving this an additional urgent call as the last days of earth's history come close. The three angels' messages are sent to "every nation, tribe, language, and people" (Revelation 14:6).

Will you do all you can to reach out to the many people from such unreached groups who have never had a chance to experience God's goodness through Jesus? Look at the groups below, pray for God to put one or more especially on your heart, learn more, watch for them, and reach out to share God's love.

Then when Jesus returns, you will also have the joy to say with John, "I saw a vast crowd, too great to count, from every nation and tribe and people and language, standing in front of the throne and before the Lamb. They were clothed in white robes and held palm branches in their hands. And they were shouting with a great roar,“Salvation comes from our God who sits on the throne and from the Lamb!” (Revelation 7:9-10 NLT).

Buddhist
Hindu
Jewish
Muslim
Other Religions
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Buddhist

The following people groups are a few of the many unreached Muslim groups who have moved to the United States. They are included in God's urgent three angels' mission to every nation, kindred, tribe, and people. Seventh-day Adventists and Buddhists share in common a high commitment to doing what is right in what they think, say, and do. They both believe that everything in the world is transient and not satisfactory. They believe that you reap what you sow. Buddhism teaches that humans should not blame spirits or rely on supernatural help, but rely only on themselves for freedom from suffering.
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By God's strength Seventh-day Adventists can live caring lives of deep commitment to God and His laws, demonstrating the helpfulness of relying on God for victory.They can introduce the story of Jesus’ death by focusing on how He compassionately entered our suffering, willing to let go of His existence, rather than casting blame. They can share Jesus' power over evil spirits which many folk Buddhists fear. They can invite Buddhists to experience the peace of Sabbath rest and the peace that comes through trusting Jesus' merits.

Will you pray, watch for, be friendly, care for, and share Jesus with these precious people? Learn how here.

Burmese
There are over 30 million Burmese living in Myanmar and are about 98% Buddhist. The civil war has escalated severely. There are now over204,000 Burmese-speaking people in the United States, many are refugees fleeing thewar, with many Christians from various tribes.
Japanese
There are over 120 million Japanese, mostly inJapan. Religiously they are a mix of Buddhism and Shintoism though the majority say they arenot religious. There are less than 2% who knowJesus as their personal Savior. There are morethan 860,000 Japanese in the United States.
Khmer
Around 17 million people speak Khmer. They are primarily Buddhists who live in Cambodia. However, there are around 250,000 in the U.S. living especially in Long Beach, Stockton,Lowell, Philadelphia, and Houston. Only a small minority are followers of Jesus.
Lao
There are around 7 million Lao people, living mostly in Laos. Theravada Buddhism and spiritpractices strongly influence family life. Thereare approximately 190,000 living in the U.S.especially in Minnesota, California, Texas, andNorth Carolina. Less than 2% are Christians.
Mongolian
There are over 6 million Mongolian people,living mostly in Mongolia and northern China.Many follow Tibetan Buddhist traditionswhile others have been secularized. Thereare approximately 27,000 living in the U.S.,especially in Chicago, Denver, WashingtonD.C. and Lost Angeles. Few are Christians
Sinhalese
Around 15 million people are Sinhalese, living in Sri Lanka and scattered around the world. They are primarily Buddhist. There are around40,000 living in the U.S. especially in New York,New Jersey, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and Texas. Barely 2% are evangelical Christian.
Thai
There are around 70 million Thai, living mostlyin Thailand which is the largest primarily Buddhist country. However, there are around 330,000 living in the U.S., especially in LosAngeles, Las Vegas, Chicago, and New York. Less than 2% are Christian.
Tibetan
There are around 7 million Tibetan people,living mostly in Tibet and Himalayan regions.Tibetan Budhism strongly shapes daily life.There are approximately 25,000 living in theU.S., especially in New York, Minneapolis-St.Paul, Seattle, and Indiana. Less than 2% haveput their trust in Jesus.
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Hindu

The following people groups are a few of the many unreached Hindu groups who have moved to the United States. They are included in God's urgent three angels' mission to every nation, kindred, tribe, and people. Seventh-day Adventists and Hindus share in common the importance of prayer. Many Hindus are vegetarians. They both have major stories about the battle between good and evil. However, Hindus follow many gods, which some believe are justdifferent aspects of one all inclusive impersonal force. Hindu teachings often includes belief in an eternal soul and that the law of karma mean each actions will have a consequence extending even into the next reincarnation.
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By God's strength Seventh-day Adventists can make bridgesto Hindus by living caring lives of deep commitment to God and His commandments while praying for miracles to answertheir needs and show the true God's power. They can reveal the truth about Satan's delusions and the Great Controversy. They can share the peace they have through Jesus' death, resurrection, and present powerful work as their high priest.

Will you pray, watch for, be friendly, care for, and share Jesus with these precious people? Learn how here.

Gujarati
There are over 60 million people living mostly in western India. Most are Hindu or Jain. There are approximately 500,000living in the U.S., especially in New Jersey, Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, andDallas. Less than 2% are Christian.
Hindi
For over 400 million people Hindi is the language and Hindu is the religion. The majority are in India, but there are around 1,200,000 living in the U.S, especially in NewYork, Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and the Bay Area. Less than 2% are Christian.
Marathi
There are more than 80 million Marathi, living mostly in India. There are around 150,000 in the U.S., especially in New Jersey, Dallas-FortWorth, and Chicago. They are mostly Hindu withl less than 2% being followers of Jesus.  
Nepali
There are over 16 million Nepali people, livingmostly in Nepal and northern India. Most followthe Hindu traditions mixed with local customs.There are approximately 65,000 living in theU.S. Many came as refugees from Bhutanthrough Nepal. Not even 2% know Jesus astheir personal Savior.
Tamil
There are around 90 million Tamil, living mostly in India and Sri Lanka. Most are Hindu with only 2% Christian. In the U.S. there are approximately 250,000 Tamil, especially in New Jersey, Dallas-Fort Worth, the Bay Area, and Atlanta.
Telegu
More than 90 million people speak Telegu andthey are mostly Hindu with only 2% Christian.They come from the Southeastern part of India. There are around 420,000 living in the U.S.,especially in Dallas-Fort Worth, Seattle, the BayArea, and New Jersey.
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Jewish

The following people groups are a few of the many unreached Jewish people groups who have moved to the United States. They are included in God's urgent three angels' mission to every nation, kindred, tribe, and people. Seventh-day Adventists and many Jews share in common a strong commitment to the Hebrew scriptures and God's commandments. They both take seriously the laws about clean and unclean meat. They both celebrate the Sabbath, setting aside work and secular activities on Saturday. However, while believing in Yahweh as the One true God, the Jewish religion does not recognize Jesus as the Messiah or Son of God. Especially in America many Jews no longer believe in God at all.
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Seventh-day Adventists can demonstrate a faithful andloving commitment to God's word in ways relevant to Jewish practice and spiritual need. They can use their understanding of Old Testament prophecies to help Jews understand the ways Jesus fulfills rather than destroys true Judaism, bringing the fullness of God's desire for all humans.

Will you pray, watch for, be friendly, care for, and share Jesus with these precious people? Learn how here.

Ashkenazi
There are around 8 million Ashkenazi Jews, living mostly in Israel and the U.S. Many came from Europe after centuries of persecution. About 5million are in the U.S., especially in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, and Philadelphia.Less than 2% trust Jesus as the Messiah.  
Bukharan
Bukharan Jews trace their roots mostly to Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. Soviet rule ledto many migrating to Israel and the U.S. There are approximately 70,000 living in the U.S. especially in Queens, and Brooklyn.Few have trusted Jesus as their Messiah.
Israeli
There are over 7 million Jews in Israel. Many carry the pressures of military service and the high cost of living. Quite a few are notreligious, following traditions more secularly.Over 200,000 have migrated to the U.S. Very few trust in Jesus as their Messiah.
Persian
Persian Jews trace their history to Iran. Most Persian Jews left Iran after the 1979 revolution migrating to Israel and the U.S. Thereare approximately 100,000 living in the U.S.,especially in Los Angeles, Beverely Hills, and New York. Few trust in Jesus as Messiah.
Russian
Under the Soviet rule that discouraged religion,large numbers moved to elsehwere seeking freedom and safety. About 300,000 Russian-speaking Jews live in the U.S. especially in Brookly, Queens, South Florida, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Few know Jesus as Messiah.
Sephardic
Sephardic Jews trace their roots to Spain, North Africa, Turkey, and the Middle East.They preserve strong Jewish traditions. There are approximatey 150,000 living in the U.S., especially in New York, Los Angeles,Miami, and New Jersey. Less than 2% havechosen Jesus as their Messiah.
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Muslim

The following people groups are a few of the many unreached Muslim groups who have moved to the United States. They are included in God's urgent three angels' mission to every nation, kindred, tribe, and people. Seventh-day Adventists and Muslims both believe in a God that created the world. They both place a high value on prayer, reading their scriptures, and living a life surrendered to God. This includesthe importance of not drinking alcohol or eating pork. However, Muslims believe God has no partners, and should not be called Father. They value Jesus, as a prophet, notthe Son of God. Many think the Bible has been corrupted. Most do not believe Jesus died on the cross. Many wonder if their good deeds are enough to merit God's mercy.
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Seventh-day Adventists can be friendly and caring towards Muslims. They can pray for them and with them, sharing helpful verses from the Bible and stories about Jesus that reveal the truths about God’s nearness and love. They can help them know God did not allow the Bible to be corrupted and that Jesus has provided the sacrifice that sets us free from condemnation.

Will you pray, watch for, be friendly, care for, and share Jesus with these precious people? Learn how here.

Afghan, Pashtun
There are over 60 million Pashtun people,living mostly in Afghanistan and Pakistan, but also scattered throughout the world by war.There are over 200,000 now living in the U.S.,many having arrived just in the last five years. Only tiny numbers are known Christians.
Afghan, Tajik
There are millions of Afghan Tajiks, living mostly in Afghanistan, but scattered around the world by years of war. They are mostly Sunni Muslims. Over 18,000 live in the U.S.especially in Sacramento, N. Virginia, Houston,and San Antonio. Very few trust in Jesus.  
Algerian Arab
There are over 30 million Algerian Arabs, living mostly in Algeria. Nearly all are Muslims.There are approximately 20,000 living in theU.S., especially in Milwaukee, Chicago, Dallas, and Houston. Less than 1% areevangelical Christians.
Azerbaijani
There are over 10 million Azerbaijani living mostly in Azerbaijan and Iran. They are mostly Muslim with not even .2% beingevangelical Christians. Azerbaijan is moresecular than many Muslim majority countriesThis mission field has moved close with around 59,000 living in the United States.
Bengali
There are over 150 million Bengali Muslims. The majority are in Bangladesh. There are alsoanother 100 million who speak Bengali in India,but they are mostly Hindu. Approximately 400,000 people living in the U.S. speakBengali, especially in New York, Detroit and Los Angeles. Less than 2% are Christian.
Bosniak
There are around 3 million Bosniaks, living mostlyin Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Balkans.They are Muslim by heritage. Many came to theU.S. because of the Balkan wars in the 1990s.There are around 150,000 especially in St.Louis, Chicago, and Jacksonville. There are lessthan 2% evangelical Christians among them.
Eritrean
Around 1.5 million people speak Tigre, living in Eritrea and scattered around the world because of war. They are Muslim. There are around 38,000 living in the U.S., in places likeWashington D.C., Seattle, Dallas, and Oakland.Not even 2 in a 1,000 are Christians.
Kazakh
There are over 18 million Kazakh people,living mostly in Kazakhstan and westernChina. Most are Muslim, but often secular.There are appoximately 50,000 living in theU.S. especially in New York, Houston, Chicago, and Los Angeles. Less than 2%have received Jesus as their Savior.
Kyrgyz
There are over 5 million Kyrgyz people livingmostly in Kyrgyzstan. They are Muslim by heritage. The country has a nomadic history with90% of it being mountainous. Approximately 24,000 now live in the U.S., especially in Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, and Los Angeles. Less than 1% are Christian.
Malay
There are over 14 million Malay people in Malaysia where it is illegal for them to changefrom the Muslim religion. There are also manyin Indonesia. There are approximately 21,000 living in the U.S., especially in New York, LA, Houston,and Seattle. Not 1% follow Jesus.
Persian
There are over 70 million Persian people,living mostly in Iran. Most come from Shia Muslim background, though many are rejecting religion or turning elsewhere afteryears of war. There are approximately 600,000 Persians living in the U.S. Less than 2% are committed Christians.
Rohingya
The largest refugee camp in the worldis in Bangladesh where 1 millionRohingya have fled persecution fromtheir home country Myanmar. 12,000 now live in the U.S. especially in Milwaukee, Chicago, and Fort Wayne.
Somali
More than 29 million people speak Somali, living in Somalia and scattered around the world.They are almost 100% Muslim.  There are around 170,000 especially in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Columbus, Seattle, San Diego, and Atlanta.Not even 5 in a 1,000 are Christians.
Sudanese Arab
This ethnic group from Sudan and South Sudan is 99.9% Muslim. Many fled the multiple conflicts in these countries over the last decades. t30,000 live in the USA and Canada
Syrian Arab
Syrian Arab's are 92% Muslim. Syriahas been torn by war leading to 6million refugees fleeing the country.Well over 200,000 live in Canada and the United States of America.
Turkish
There are around 67 million Turks, living mostly in Turkey. This land is rich with Biblehistory, but the people are mostly Muslim with not even .1% being evangelical Christians.This mission field has moved close with around 207,000 living in the United States.  
Urdu
Well over 100 million people speak Urdu. The huge majority of them are Muslims. Most live in Pakistan. 550,000 live in the U.S., especially in New York, Chicago, Houston, and Dallas-Fort Worth. Not even 2 in a 1,000 are Christian.
Uzbek
There are around 35 million Uzbek, living in Uzbekistan and countries nearby. They are Muslim. There are around 85,000 in the U.S. especially in Brooklyn, Queens, Philadelphia, and Chicago. Not even 2 in 1,000 know Jesusas their Savior from sin.
Yemeni
Yemen is torn by various political parties and Sunni and Shia Muslim sects. About 100,000 Yemeni havecome to live in America. They are 99.9% Muslim.
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Other Religions

Punjabi
More than 125 million people speak Western orEastern Punjabi. Those in Pakistan are Muslim. Those in India are Sikh and Hindu. There are Approximately 700,000  living in the U.S. especially in California's Central Valley, New York, New Jersey, and Houston. Not even 1% know Jesus as their personal Savior.