In one of the remaining communist states on earth and the poorest country in South-East Asia, 61 per cent of the population follow Buddha. Yet there is church growth, led by nationals, despite government restrictions and persecution.
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Som has witnessed prayer working miracles in people’s lives and hopes to see more believers encouraged and empowered through it.
In one country in South-East Asia there has been a great deal of change over the last 16 years: economically, physically, financially and spiritually.
The celebration of Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year (CNY), starts with a ‘reunion dinner,’ where every family member returns home to share the final meal of the year together. However, OM in Singapore has some friends who are unable to do so — they work in the red-light district, and many are estranged from their families. This year the OM team invited these friends for reunion meals with them.
A group of young leaders in South Asia have recognised something special happening in their country: God is on the move.
Sharing the gospel in South East Asia often comes with persecution, as many people see Christianity as displeasing to the spirits they worship. However, the transformation taking place in Jesus followers' lives is starting to change people's minds.
When Simon and his team noticed that sports naturally created spaces to share the love of Jesus, they began connecting with their neighbours on the playing field.
When faced with various problems and obstacles, the Buddhist teachings Boaz learnt growing up had little impact on the situations. It was when he met Jesus that his life changed.
STEP OUT has been – and continues to be – an integral tool in establishing devout communities of Jesus followers in Taiwan and beyond.
Ann invites other artists to embrace their cultural identity, as well as their identity as Christ followers, in their art.