The Mekong
People in the Mekong need access to the good news of who Jesus is and what He's done for us.
The Mekong River flows through most of Southeast Asia and is the source of life for many of the surrounding countries; Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam all benefit from the river’s fertile soil distribution and water supply. Just as the Mekong River brings physical life to the area, so, too, can the gospel of Jesus bring spiritual transformation.
The vast majority of people in the Mekong region have never heard of Jesus or even met a Jesus follower. Historically, the presentation of the gospel was coupled with the message of abandoning one’s culture, which caused many to view the message of Christ as a form of colonialism. For this reason, growth of Jesus followers often occurs through the work of same- and near-culture believers who can contextualise the gospel message.
WAYS TO PRAY FOR THE MEKONG
Gather a group of fellow believers in Christ or pray on your own for those who don't yet know God's love.
Pray that local Jesus followers will have training opportunities to be equipped to share the love of Jesus in their own communities across the Mekong region.
Pray that, throughout the Mekong region, many Buddhists will discover true peace in Christ.
Pray that the new communities of Christ followers across the region will flourish under local leadership and continue to grow.
Pray that Jesus followers around the world, like me, would ask God to help connect His heart for these people with the skills and passion He’s given us for His glory to be made known in this place.
WAYS TO SERVE IN THE MEKONG
How can you use your God-given skills to serve in this area of the world?
Is God calling you to the Mekong region? Use your God-given skills to proclaim the gospel! Various types of ministry opportunities become available throughout the year, short-term and long-term. Stay connected with us for details.
WAYS TO GIVE TO THE THE MEKONG
Support God's work through OM by generously giving towards the work in this area of the world.
can cover basic food expenses for a worker for a month.
can cover the medical expenses for one family for one month.
could cover the expenses for church planting training for one national worker.
could send a national worker from the Mekong to one of OM’s ships for 3 month leadership training.
Click here for other giving options, like; phone, direct debit, or e-transfer. Make sure to note that your gift is for the Mekong Region.
"I call on you, my God, for you will answer me; turn your ear to me and hear my prayer."
