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Indonesia’s economy struggles, but Christians are finding opportunities to share Jesus
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Brennan Berryhill , as published by Mission Network News
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the economic challenges and their impact on the community are available from Forgotten Missionaries International, which has partners working in the country to support pastors and church planters.
Economic struggles are being reported in Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia. The situation has taken a turn for the worse, with believers in the country describing the economy as bad. Young people are particularly affected, finding it hard to secure good jobs.
Rising oil prices have increased the cost of many essentials. Further details on the economic challenges and their impact on the community are available from Forgotten Missionaries International, which has partners working in the country to support pastors and church planters.
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Category: missions Published: July 16, 2026 Source: Mission Network News Reading time: 1 min
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