“I will come into Trinidad and Tobago and eat with them, and they with me!”
“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.” (Revelation 3:20,NIV)
》 Country Profile
Continent｜ America
Population｜1.4 million
Area｜5,128㎢ Located near the coast of Venezuela at the southernmost tip of the West Indies in the Caribbean.
Capital City | Port of Spain (540,000 people)
People Groups | Total 14 Groups, Trinidadians (born in Africa) 54.7%, Indian-Trinidadians 37.9%, Tobagoans 3%, British 0.9%
People Groups Unreached | 0
Offical Language(s) | English
Total Languages | 11
Bible translations | Compeleted 6, New Testament 1, Partial 1
Religion | Christianity 66.9% (Protestantism 23%, Catholicism 28%), Hinduism 21.9%, Islam 5.1%, Non-religious 3.2%, others 1.6% Evangelicals 23.6% 287,000 people
》 About Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad Island was discovered by Columbus in 1498, and Spanish settlers began arriving in 1532, establishing it as a Spanish colony. By the 17th century, Spanish settlers brought African slaves to work on plantations. The island then faced invasions from France and the Netherlands until it was captured by Britain in 1797.
Tobago Island was first discovered by British sailors in 1588. In the 17th century, the Dutch, British, French, and Spanish fiercely competed over Tobago Island. In 1763, Tobago was officially ceded to Britain by France, and in 1814, British control was firmly established over both islands. By the early 1700s, the indigenous people of Trinidad were believed to have been completely wiped out due to resistance against Spanish rule. The indigenous population of Tobago were also wiped out around the same time.
In 1838, the abolition of slavery prompted Britain to bring Indian immigrants to fill the shortage of the labor force. In 1898, Trinidad and Tobago were administratively unified. After introducing a new constitution in 1950 and launching independence movements, they formed a self-governing state in 1956. They joined the West Indies Federation in 1959, but gained full independence from it in 1962 as a British Commonwealth nation. By 1976, they transitioned to a republic revolving around a presidential system. Christine Kangaloo has served as the President since 2023, with a five-year term.
Trinidad and Tobago’s economy heavily depends on its energy sector. Trinidad and Tobago boasts one of the highest per capita incomes in Central America with oil, liquefied natural gas, and cement industries making up a large portion. The services sector provides substantial employment, and compared to the surrounding areas, the country benefits from well-organized systems, competitive banks, and strong corporate sectors that attract foreign investments. However, challenges such as low labor productivity, inefficient government bureaucracy, and corruption hinder its economic growth. Trinidad and Tobago’s GDP per capita is approximately $23,000.
》 Scripture Focus
| Revelation 3:15-21(NIV) 15 I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! 16 So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out of my mouth. 17 You say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.’ But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked. 18 I counsel you to buy from me gold refined in the fire, so you can become rich; and white clothes to wear, so you can cover your shameful nakedness; and salve to put on your eyes, so you can see. 19 Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline. So be earnest and repelnt. 20 Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. 21 To the one who is victorious, I will give the right to sit with me on my throne, just as I was victorious and sat down with my Father on his throne. |
》 Prayer Points
1. Trinidad and Tobago faces numerous social issues. Crimes related to illegal drug trade, organized violence, alcohol abuse, kidnappings, armed robberies, and theft are on the rise. Extramarital affairs and high teenage pregnancy rates are also significant problems. Additionally, harmony between various people groups prove to be a challenge leading to racial division. Pray for the gospel to reach these hardened hearts, that they may repent, turn back, and be restored to a holy life. Let us pray for them to honor God as their true Lord and worship Him with their lives.
2. While 67% of the population identifies as Christian, they often fail to set examples in family and moral life. Many are influenced by practices such as witchcraft, spiritism, and Hindu traditions. Churches are also divided and lack unity. Pray for the churches to be renewed by hearing and learning the gospel of the Cross by faith. Pray that the church receives the rebuke and discipline of the Lord and repent. Let us also pray that the church will hear His voice, open the door of their hearts, and participate in the gospel of the cross. Let us ask God to restore the church of Jesus so that it fears Him and obeys His Word.
3. Trinidad and Tobago has a significant youth population. Many are involved in student ministries through organizations like YFC, CEF, and IFES. Some even engage in cross-cultural missions. Pray for all youths of diverse ethnic backgrounds. Pray for the churches to actively share the Gospel with the next generation and guide them to the Lord. Let us pray for pathways to be opened for the youth to learn God’s Word from an early age, becoming true disciples of Christ. Pray for them to rise as a holy generation living for God’s Kingdom, feasting with Him, and walking in His ways.
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