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Ashley Boutte shares some of her struggles and joys as a new missionary in Japan. -
Learn about Train & Go, a unique, one-year program that trains and sends missionaries to East Asia. -
With God's help, we can expand our perspective and see what He wants us to see. -
Join us each day this month to praise God for his many blessings throughout his work in East Asia. -
A trip to visit ministry partners and family members prompted both anticipation and trepidation. -
December is the month we celebrate Advent, Christmas's true meaning and joy. -
Lauren shares her story about joining Train & Go for those who wish to pursue missions. -
Marianne Murphy finished her earthly journey and was gathered into the arms of Jesus. -
Beth Larson shares how God spoke into her life through the Global Missions Health Conference. -
Bridging the gap between OMF (U.S.) and the workers we send overseas. -
I was reminded that God is doing so much more than we can ever imagine. -
East Asians are moving across geographic borders, and the global church is reaching out. -
Understanding the TCK experience helps us provide essential care to missionary families. -
A missionary’s life on the field is a journey, but there always has to be a starting point. -
This June, believers from around the world are praying for the people of Japan. -
On February 26, 2022, at 90 years of age, Dorothy Mainhood went home to be with her Lord. -
This May, believers from around the world are again praying for the Bouyei people. -
A member of our OMF family, Fay Goddard, went home to be with the Lord on February 25, 2022. Fay’s friend, JoLene Lampinen, wrote a... -
In ministry, some changes caused by the pandemic will remain, and that can be a good thing. -
We reflect on the life and service of retired OMF worker Dr. Henry Breidenthal. -
The Zhuang are the largest minority people group in China with a population of 20 million. They are known as one of the largest unreached... -
Pam Kaczmarczyk’s story of God’s faithfulness during her missionary journey. -
Unite in prayer for five smaller people groups scattered across remote regions of southeast Asia. Most have not heard the gospel. Only a few believers... -
In response to God's love, we honor him by submitting our actions and thoughts to glorify him. -
My address has changed. I have moved to my ultimate address in Heaven. – Eileen Kuhn -
This month we pray for a displaced East Asian people facing various challenges. -
Over and over, God has taught me that there is strength in repetition. Every day, every hour, we need to keep repeating His truths and... -
Nothing we’ve experienced has shocked God or caught him off guard. -
Wayne Courtney faithfully served his Lord and Savior for 99 years on earth. -
"And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." (Isa. 9:6) -
When we think of missions, church planting may be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet it is often not thought of as ministry... -
When you are intentional in introducing voices that might be different than your own or might have a different background than your own, we give... -
Vietnam is a vibrant, growing country with a population of 98 million people. The number of believers in Vietnam has doubled in the last ten... -
The Mekong River, filled with diverse people groups and everything from mega cities to remote villages, flows through five countries. And the vision of... -
A few years ago, I was talking with John, an Australian friend. I can’t remember how it came up, but I shocked him. I told... -
In the mid-20th century, surveys revealed that there were no known Christians in the eight central provinces (~2 million people) in Thailand, nor was there... -
How would a mid-career physician find "light for the next step" at the Global Mission Health Conference (GMHC)? -
Having been adopted from China when I was young, I had a particular interest in the Asian population. I didn’t realize, however, that God would... -
What Causes Missionaries to Leave the Field? It is no secret that missionary attrition is a huge problem. Granted, some attrition is for good reasons (like... -
In an attempt to reduce widespread loneliness, social isolation and increased suicide rates accelerated by the restrictions of COVID-19, Mr. Sakamoto now serves as the... -
“See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and... -
Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints. This Precious Saint, Ann, is now rejoicing in the presence of Jesus... -
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful,” (Colossians 4:2). -
One of the universal similarities I have discovered is an innate drive for purpose beyond just survival. The Lord desires for each of us to... -
Many OMF workers in East Asia are stretched as they carry responsibilities in addition to their primary ministry focus, particularly at this time when borders... -
At the beginning of 2020, I felt a sudden explosion of God’s call on my heart for missions, but the call was followed by the... -
Could it really be that all these divergent paths, each one pursued by the leading of the Holy Spirit, have finally converged into one straight... -
June Prayer Powerlines -"Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always," (1 Chronicles 16:11). -
When I was growing up my family hosted Japanese exchange students. In 2016 my family took a vacation to Japan to visit families of students... -
TCKs often have additional challenges in their college transition, including reverse culture shock and significant distance separation from close family and friends, among others. As... -
Janet was a new Thai language learner, so when her language teacher asked about her husband, poor Janet thought she was asking about her kitten. -
In the new era of quarantine haircuts and dressing nicely only from the waist up for virtual meetings, there is another growing trend. -
"For God has not destined us for wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, who died for us so that whether we... -
David has been financially supporting the same OMF couple for over 24 years; for him this is a lifetime commitment. -
Jack Largent is now in the presence of his Heavenly Father whom he served so faithfully and loved so deeply. This is a part of... -
Beyond the politics and the layers of environmentalism that few can agree on, creation care promises something more. It offers a representation of the power... -
In Mongolia, coal is the main source of fuel for many people. Because Ulaanbaatar is one of the most polluted capitals in the world, the... -
“By his power God raised the Lord from the dead, and he will raise us also,” (1 Corinthians 6:14). -
In the last verses of the book of Acts, the author Luke writes about Paul awaiting trial, guarded by a Roman soldier and unfairly chained... -
It’s difficult to inspire support of administrative mission roles in the US when there are so many inspiring roles to support overseas. But US staff... -
"Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn," (Isaiah 60:30). March 2021: Stages of Ministry -
Are you an aunt, uncle, grandma, grandpa, or parent of a missionary kid? This Valentine's Day show your missionary kids some love in their love... -
When you walk into the Black church house in the US you will get a theology of hope. One that has been forged in the... -
The Pandemic seems to have frustrated a lot of missions strategy. What is God showing us? All Christians are called to be involved in missions. Even... -
Since 1980 I have been able to secure a visa to Thailand with few issues. However, like scores of other missionaries, COVID-19 has thrown a... -
“Give thanks unto the LORD for he is good; his love endures forever,” (Psalm 118:1). FEBRUARY 2021 SUNDAYS • Praying for the people of Chosun About 25 million... -
"Worship the LORD in the splendor of his holiness; tremble before him, all the earth," (Psalm 96:9). -
Candace volunteered as a Regional Mobilization Volunteer in the Houston area, and now she has joined the Japan Field as their Finance Manager. -
After attending Launch, OMF’s short term mission training program, and serving in East Asia for seven months, Dee had to return to the US early... -
Long before the term “selfie” carved out a unique niche in our lexicons, the Japanese used an alternative word that quickly became a part of the personal... -
Christianity teaches that all human beings are created with the image of their Creator upon them, hence goodness and beauty is found in every social... -
“And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace,” (Isa 9:6). December 2020 SUNDAYS • Special outreach opportunities Churches often use the Christmas... -
“May the peoples praise you, God; may all the peoples praise you.” ~Psalm 63:7 SUNDAYS • The Urban Billion By the year 2030, over one billion people... -
“God wanted your father to be like Abraham, blessing people he didn’t know. God wants me to be like Moses, returning to my own people. -
If you’re seeking to discern whether God is calling you to missions and you’re in a relationship, trust the Lord. If you fix your eyes... -
The Lord had called me to be a missionary and I must train for His work, but where should I go and how would my... -
In God’s kingdom, it’s often the little things that matter most. This story of God’s faithfulness through the little things reminds us that while circumstances... -
Jim was one of the finest men I met. He was humble, kind and encouraging to all of us staff in the Littleton Office when... -
Protestant Christianity came to Japan in 1859, but Catholic missionaries arrived approximately three hundred years earlier, making a significant impact. -
What is Mobilization? Invitation. Whether I’m working with a church, student or individual, I’m inviting people to a place where God is already at work. -
When I first went to Taiwan in 2006 as a missionary, I didn’t think I’d end up doing rural church-planting, much less be someone who... -
In this last blog post, Harmony counters the myth that being single in missions means being alone. -
Is the primary purpose of short-term missions to recruit long-term missionaries? Matt Whitacre, Director of Serve Asia US, believes our purpose is much bigger. -
Pray for the far-reaching effectiveness of intentional discipleship within churches, seminaries, and Bible schools, training the next generation of Jesus followers. -
September Prayer Powerlines "Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn." (Isaiah 60:3) -
Will going on a short-term mission trip magically drop a husband (or wife!) into your life? As interesting as that sounds, maybe not. -
“It takes a village to raise a child”. This African proverb communicates the necessity of healthy community for children. Much to the relief (and possibly... -
While sorting files on my computer the other day, I came across a document that made me laugh. I wrote it many years ago when... -
Why devote our lives to missions? In 1956, John Casto gave 10 reasons in response to this question on his missions application. -
There’s nothing like a good old, depressing missionary story to inspire you to the mission field. -
My 10 weeks in Hirosaki, Japan not only grew my ministry abilities but more importantly, allowed God to work in my heart a love and... -
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful,” (Colossians 4:2). SUNDAYS • Facing a task unfinished Join in prayer for thousands of believers living throughout certain regions... -
When I was a missionary kid in Thailand, there were not many single missionaries serving there. These single missionaries, however, had a significant impact on... -
A marketplace Christian is someone who is serving God in business. They create wealth and find creative solutions to world problems. -
Missionaries in OMF and around the world are sharing the gospel through the means of Facebook Ads, direct messaging, Interactive Voice Response and other digital... -
Right now, you don’t need anything added to your list of problems. Life is uncertain and we’re all asking questions. What does COVID-19 mean to... -
For most of the day, my stomach can accept spice, oil, new textures and all different adventurous flavors. At those times, apart from my height... -
How much do you know about the Philippines? Take our quiz to test your knowledge. -
Thank you for investing in the lives of unreached people throughout East Asia. Your faithful prayers are making a difference. -
With everything that’s occurred in 2020, we wanted to pause and highlight some of our favorite blogs that feel more relevant today than when we... -
There are so many ways you can invest in the life of your missionary’s overall health. Steve and Kathy Weemes who support churches in their... -
Supporting a missionary involves a bigger commitment than signing a check once a month. Many churches do a great job with finances and prayer; but... -
I thought racism was primarily an American problem. Turns out it’s a human problem. And these ingrained prejudices can be bigger barriers to the gospel than... -
"Through the praise of children and infants you have established a stronghold against your enemies..." (Ps. 8:12). -
As I read numerous Christian articles, blogs and watch sermons on our present pandemic, the speaker/writer invariably addresses the questions on everyone’s heart and mind,... -
“What should I do to prepare for long-term missions?” -
We’re Eric and Kelly Farrow from Los Angeles, CA. Right around Christmas of 2019, we heard of an unexpected opportunity to serve for six months... -
Writing a ministry newsletter isn’t easy. In the midst of a global pandemic, it’s even more challenging. -
What images come to mind when you hear the term “creation care”? Do you picture a dense rain forest bursting with wildlife from the treetops... -
As we watch the coronavirus redirect the world around us, we are reminded how quickly our plans can change -
Accepting and adapting to your host country’s perspective of food is the true key to mastering the art of grocery shopping as an expat. -
Seeing myself and those around me deal with the sudden COVID-19 crisis reminded me a lot of the roller coaster of emotions missionaries go through... -
Just like many of you, OMF (U.S.) has transitioned to working from home. Although a lot of us were working remotely pre-COVID, we are all... -
Help us, Lord Jesus, not to boast about tomorrow For who knows what a day will bring forth. (from Proverbs 27:1) We are reminded in these days of... -
I awoke in the night, and cried myself back to sleep. I was six years old and living in the River House dorm in Chiang... -
As the initial panic dies down God is going to open tremendous doors of ministry for. We must be ready with how to share God's... -
God’s love is present in the midst of these troubling times. Nothing we face or will face has the power to separate us from the... -
“By his power God raised the Lord from the dead, and he will raise us also,” (1 Cor. 6:14). SUNDAYS • Praising God for his abundant... -
The (un?)spoken assumption in mission culture is “good” missionaries shouldn’t feel regret. But, does having regret imply I don’t have enough faith in God? -
She said it very softly in an almost childlike murmur, "I'm not a good Christian." Our team sat on the tatami mats in the bright little meeting room... -
I was running late to catch my flight from Sapporo, in northern Japan, to Tokyo, so I failed to take the usual precautions to prepare... -
"Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always," -1 Chron. 16:11 -
We’re each on a journey to find home. I pray you find your home in the one who knows your name and chose you before... -
Volunteer: Abigail Role: Facilitation & Group Process Consultant; Church Mission Consultant Tell us a little bit about yourself I was born in East Asia, moved to the... -
Trauma in Cambodia To say Sochea’s childhood was tough would be a massive understatement. His father died when he was a baby, and his mother passed... -
Searching for a “soul-mate” suddenly becomes a part-time job that brings insecurity whenever your efforts don’t produce results. Here’s why I’m content being single. -
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful,” (Colossians 4:22) SUNDAYS • Taiwan’s urban and rural churches Across Taiwan, there is great strength within the urban, middle-class... -
No money. No visa. No passport. I seized Greg’s arm and told him we had to find my wallet. He smiled and said that God... -
When I talk with people about going to the mission field, one of the most common fears is the impact this will have on their... -
“Jesus? Who is Jesus? I’ve never heard that name before.” God had put me in a place where many had never even once heard the... -
Defining my Asian-American experience hasn’t been easy. I’m still struggling to find others to engage in those conversations with and so I’m still learning and... -
I was overwhelmed by the feeling of urgency, love, and longing for this region, which made me think: if I feel this way, how much... -
There are a lot of places in America where I am made to feel out of place. I love to make new friends but I... -
“Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn,” (Isaiah 60:3). SUNDAYS • A new year As the new year begins, many... -
I can’t help but wonder if there is something deeper between our identity and our ability to love those who are culturally different from us;... -
Phyo Phyo, we learned, is a young lady. She dresses like a boy to help protect her sisters and to fulfill the male role as... -
I’m Just a Writer I’m not sure what compelled me to drop over $700 for a mission conference my senior year of college. I don’t think... -
We want to provide the resources and support our workers need to be able to stay long-term in the really hard places to live. This... -
James Dougherty shares how God has worked in his heart over the years and why Christ's love compels us to go to the nations. -
The weaker I felt in my strength, the more persistent I became in leaning unto God. Being the faithful God He is, the Holy Spirit... -
"And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace," (Isa. 9:6) -
“Give thanks to the LORD for he is good; his love endures forever,” (PS. 118:1) SUNDAYS • Sending new workers Praise God for empowering new workers beginning... -
We serve a God of impossibilities and my love for him compelled me to walk by faith not by sight! What does Christ’s love compel... -
I can relate on a personal level to what these Third Culture Kids are experiencing. This gives me the opportunity to share the same message... -
It is the love of Christ that constrains us. There is no other motivation for missionary service that is going to survive the blows of... -
All along the way, I can see the faithful service of so many Christian workers. I hope I will serve in the same faithful way. -
There are so many times we feel consumed by life. Yet, God promises us that we will not be consumed. Read this OMF devotional to... -
Speak up for those cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak and judge fairly; defend the rights of the... -
What is your calling? The pressures of calling and finding your destiny can be crushing. But, what if calling and destiny has very little to... -
It is here, in the Bible, that I have learned what real, true love is. It is here that the longings in my heart are... -
May the peoples praise you, God; may all the peoples praise you. -Psalm 67:3 SUNDAYS • Thai believers standing strong Thailand’s religious culture is primarily Buddhist, including... -
Is God calling me out of a ministry? If you need help processing this question, you’re not alone. -
Do missionaries experience trauma on the mission field? What do those traumas look like? Learn about what these experiences look like and how you can... -
Thinking about going on a short-term mission trip? Don’t be that person or church group that missionaries are happy to see leave. Check for these... -
I once worked in an organization whose employees had a reputation for becoming “lifers.” Many had served more than 20 years and some as long... -
In Cambodia, when missionaries and their children thrive, that strength is sown into a nation in need. Hope International School is helping do just that. -
It can be unsettling when God changes our plans. When we trust him in the midst of those changes, he can do a beautiful work... -
We need to show our kids the full, magnificent picture of God in our daily lives. Because God isn’t just about us. He is about... -
Educators can make a big difference in the lives of Third Culture Kids. Here are 5 essentials that will help you as a teacher build... -
Education empowers women and children. It can increase the ability to escape poverty and it provides dignity to those with disabilities. -
Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always. -1 Chronicles 16:11 SUNDAYS • Praise and thanksgiving Lord, we praise you for creating hundreds of... -
Looking for resources on Buddhism? These are some of our favorites. Whether you’re looking for scholarly publications or stories of former Buddhists, we have something... -
All of us face spiritual warfare at different times. Here are 5 lessons on spiritual warfare to help you stand strong. -
What happens after your mission trip? The journey isn’t over. Here are 5 tips for handling the return home. -
Here are three strategies of the enemy and three ways you can pray for yourself and missionaries who are facing spiritual warfare. -
We want to make the U.S. community aware of a situation that has come to light in the greater OMF Fellowship. Handling communications like these... -
Worship the LORD in the splendor of his holiness; tremble before him, all the earth. –Psalm 96:9 SUNDAYS • Praise and thanksgiving Lord, we praise you for your...
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What is discipleship? And what can we learn from Jesus about the way he lived and loved people? -
What’s the difference between American Buddhism and Eastern Buddhism? Learn more about the complex nature of Buddhism and how the church can love their Buddhist... -
Can hospitality bring about racial reconciliation, show us the measure of our love, and give us the key to church growth? -
Have you ever wondered about the Buddhist worldview? Whether you’re a master of comparative religion or an interested novice, take our quiz to find out... -
Burgeoning Buddhism significantly influences more than one billion people worldwide. Here’s what you need to know to understand the Buddhist worldview. -
Have you ever wondered how best to interact with a pastor who just isn’t that excited about global missions? One of our church mobilizers shares... -
What are the challenges in missions? Raising support, learning a new language, navigating an unfamiliar culture…all of these things are challenges we must face. -
May the peoples praise you, God; may all the peoples praise you. -Psalm 67:3 THE KING OF GLORY. Lord, you are the Almighty. You are awesome...
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“The idea of believing in one God who is actually loving and caring is a challenge for many Taiwanese. Taiwanese religion is a mixture of... -
“When I came to the mission field I remember saying, ‘I’m going to fail as a missionary before I’m going to fail as a dad.’... -
In the face of a changing world, OMF as a mission organization must constantly innovate. Yet, one thing remains at the core: our desire to... -
What does the heavenly father think of you? Is he critical and unavailable, or does he see you for who he created you to be? -
There are more than 22 million internationals living in the U.S. Where are they from? And, perhaps most importantly how can you engage with them... -
Are you a single guy interested in missions and looking for resources? One of our single missionaries with shares some of his insights about single... -
What is the impact of fatherlessness? God not only says he is a father, but that he is a good father. This experience of a...
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What impact does leadership have on mental health? Being a good leader will require transparency, self-care, and dealing with the past. -
Missionaries and those in Christian ministry experience burnout at an alarming rate. -
What questions do churches and mission agencies need to be asking about the mental health of the missionaries they support and send out to other... -
Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always.–1 Chronicles 16:11 PEOPLE WHO PRAY. Lord God, we thank you for the gift of prayer....
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I used to believe I was failing at life for only having a small handful of really close friends. But the types of friends who... -
An unexpected arts movement in South Thailand seems to be paving the way for healing through art. As Christians, what can we learn from this? -
Adapting to any environment is pretty much the super power of most Third Culture Kids (TCKs). While many kids in their home country are stockpiling... -
What would you say if you found out the missionary you support deals with depression? Would you feel disappointed or let down? Would you question... -
Let’s try a simple exercise. What’s the very first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “Muslim?” No, not the guarded answer... -
There is hope for those facing mental health challenges in East Asia because we serve a loving God who binds up the brokenhearted. He is... -
Worship the LORD in the splendor of his holiness; tremble before him, all the earth. –Psalm 96:9 1. HONG KONG. Lord, give the team in Hong...
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As I spent time with both local Christians and long-term workers, I stood in awe of the story of God’s work in Cambodia. It’s a... -
Over time, Nee saw that the transformation in her father’s life was real. Within six months of giving his life to God, he had stopped... -
By his power God raised the Lord from the dead, and he will raise us also. -1 Corinthians 6:14
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If 27 hours of travel weren’t enough to indicate that I had landed on the other side of the world, the rickshaw ride home from... -
Lord God, rejoicing in your sovereign direction, we welcome James and Lisa Dougherty today as the next OMF (U.S.) National Directors. Empower them daily with...
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Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. -Colossians 4:2 NEW PRAYER WEBSITE. Lord God, we praise you for guiding OMF staff developing a new public...
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Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. –Isaiah 60:3 1. HAPPY NEW YEAR. The new year is often marked...
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While Paul is a model of pioneering church planting in new places, the New Testament also records the work of Timothy and Apollos who worked... -
There are many practical ways you can support missionaries. People feel comfortable with different ways of doing it. Here’s six ways you might like to... -
It might surprise you to hear that 2 million Chinese migrants live and work in Africa. But this comes as no shock to African church... -
“I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to...
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How do we take the gospel into Japanese society? Of course we don’t change its content; it’s only the direction we approach it from that... -
Mental health ministry is a growing need around the world, especially in Cambodia, a country with a tragic history. -
When people hear that I raised support to become a homeside missionary, they assume one of the following things: That I am the fundraising type.... -
As an Asian missionary growing up in a non-Christian family, I have noticed that many non-Christians aren’t willing to enter a church. -
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever. –Psalm 118:1 GOD’S FAITHFULNESS. Thank and praise God for his love, mercy and...
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Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always. –1 Chronicles 16:11 NATIONAL DAY. Today marks the 69th anniversary of the founding of the...
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May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. –2...
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An OMF worker found that teaching urban design at a Cambodian fine arts university gave him opportunities to not just share the gospel, but also... -
An estimated two percent of Cambodian physicians survived the Pol Pot era from 1975-1979 leaving the country devoid of much needed healthcare. For 40 years,...
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Most Cambodians do not associate with Christians; I was once one of them, hating Christians. One day, in grade 9, I heard about a Christian...
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May the peoples praise you, God; may all the peoples praise you. –Psalm 67:3 CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT. Thank God that, as workers continually look to him for...
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Mission Kampuchea 2021 has set the goal for every church in Cambodia to go to a village where there is no Christian presence and start...
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The Jesus Village Church in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, has brought transformation to what was once one of the most dangerous areas of... -
When Reng first met OMF missionaries, he was a habitual drunk. For 20 years he resisted the gospel. Then, something changed. Read how Reng and...
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Her whole life, Karena dreamed of being an overseas missionaries. When she watched her parents leave for the mission field without her, she wrestled with... -
On Sunday, February 21, 2016, Laurie Carson teared up as her father’s black-and-white prayer card flashed up on the screen. She stood before the congregation... -
Many Japanese youth are drawn to the creative arts, but few have had contact with a church. OMF's dance ministry is bridging that gap and...
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Rejoice always, pray continually. –1 Thessalonians 5:16-17 THE LIVING WORD. Thank God for eyes that see and ears that hear his voice, finding Jesus at work...
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For Kay F., choosing to follow God into missions meant giving up the life she wanted for herself - but also discovering the joy of... -
The Lisu people of China, once animists who worshiped many gods, heard the gospel for the first time in the early 20th century. Through the...
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Hudson Taylor was a pioneering visionary in the missions world. Here are 3 traits that defined his ministry and continue influencing OMF today. -
LOVING JESUS. Thank God for the joy of communion with him in prayer, rejoicing in his provision and grace. May the many millions across East...
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After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language. –Revelation...
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Sam, a famer in China, became the primary provider in his family after his older brother died in an accident. In addition to caring for... -
Jian's family had tried everything to help him - witch doctors, Buddhist monks ... it wasn't until Christians prayed for him that they saw an... -
Chang received the worst news of his life at an infectious disease hospital. Through friendship with local believers, he also found an incredible hope. -
Ken is a 10-year-old boy from a rural family in East Asia. When Ken was younger, he was left in the care of his father,... -
He is not here; he has risen! –Luke 24:6 EASTER OUTREACH. Pray for the many Easter outreaches that are taking place throughout East Asia this week....
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Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time...
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When I started at OMF, my first responsibility as VP for Communications was to launch a new brand and walk the organization through a process... -
Give thanks to the God of heaven. His love endures forever. –Psalm 136:26 PRAY FOR JAPAN. Out of a population of 125 million only 0.3 percent...
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Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! –2 Corinthians 5:17 DIASPORA MINISTRY. This month, join us in...
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As we learn more about the Zhuang, China's largest ethnic minority people group, it's helpful to understand the greater Mekong region they belong to and... -
If you ask many people today “How are you doing?,” it is extremely common to get an answer along the lines of “I’m really busy.”... -
I have a love-hate relationship with suitcases. In our transient lifestyle, luggage literally moves my life back and forth across the ocean. Over the 22-plus... -
“Is there really such a God like that? It sounds too good to be true!” This young village woman, who came to babysit our youngest... -
Last week I was with persecuted Christians. A young mother was taken away in handcuffs and placed in leg shackles and put in a dingy... -
Fewer than 10 known believers existed in 1990 and now the Mongolian church comprises more than 40,000 Christ-followers. Mongolians largely recognize the New Year over... -
“You are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” –Matthew 1:21 PRAY FOR THE ZHUANG. This month, join...
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For many Tibetans living in remote areas of the Skylands, as with other remote parts of the world, access to medical care can be difficult... -
We traveled thousands of miles over dirt roads to follow up on the Hoton believers in Mongolia. Follow-up for these people was not going to... -
A Scotsman, an American and two Mongolians begin a very long journey. Far from the set-up of a corny joke, this is the story of... -
Doctors and teachers have a clear place in mission, but what about waste management consultants? We spoke to Ben, a waste management consultant based in... -
Prayer is vital in the unfinished task of bringing the gospel to the Tibetan Buddhist influenced peoples of China, Mongolia and Bhutan, also called the... -
Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind. –Psalm 107:8 PRAY FOR “SKYLANDS.” About 15 million people...
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We talk to an OMF worker whose ministry is carried out as he works in a secular workplace. As you’ll see from this interview, reaching... -
Eric came to faith in Christ while studying abroad in the U.S. After his studies, he returned to China, which is where my wife and... -
Q: What are the challenges as you raise a family in China? A: We’ve just been back at home in the U.K. for the few months,... -
We talked to an OMF worker who has been walking alongside those outcast by society in urban China for over 10 years. We hope that... -
Kim remembers the first time she met Ping. She looked so out of place, standing outside the brothel, so young, so innocent. It reminded her... -
I first met Mark when we were teaching English at the same university. My husband and I were working in a large city in China,... -
When was the last time you encountered a large crowd? By "large crowd" I mean a mass of humanity—think of the subway during rush hour,... -
“See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and...
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The grin on Thai faces has a broad range of meanings, from embarrassment to bitterness, from nervousness to sadness. A foreigner has great difficulty in... -
This was the question posed to me last year at a prayer meeting with other missionaries from Western countries. This question has come up in... -
Name: Neil and Wannee Thompson (pictured above with their children, Kevin and Nathan) Roles at OMF (U.S.): Wannee: Serve Asia Program Coordinator and Assistant to International Facilitator... -
“You are what you do!” Is that true? For missionaries, it can sometimes feel that way. Wendy Marshall, an OMF Australia worker in Japan, continues... -
Roughly 22 million people live in Isaan, the northeast region of Thailand. Throughout the rural Isaan area, there are few churches or Christians to be... -
For everything God created is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving. -1 Timothy 4:4 PRAY FOR ISAAN. This month, join us...
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During one of the small group discussions, the leader had asked the teens, “What are some losses that you have experienced as a missionary kid?”... -
It’s a joy to see their amazing little brains soak in language and somewhat effortlessly acquire a skill that requires so much effort as an... -
Simple questions like “where are you from?” or even “what do you do?” can be difficult for missionaries to answer. When you have lived overseas... -
Third-culture kids (TCKs or missionary kids) are a unique and valuable part of our OMF fellowship. Even though their parents are the designated “missionaries,” TCKs... -
How should we pray for Christians who suffer or face pressure from society, family or governments for their faith? Often we pray for the pressure to... -
It was all quiet in the guest home lounge and I looked forward to discussing Mark and Peter’s educational progress with their mom. She was... -
It took three days of driving on bumpy roads over high mountain passes to reach the places God has put on our hearts. We spent... -
Taiwan’s 16 million working class people make up almost 70 percent of the population. Follow Wey as he navigates life as a working class person... -
"I think the unique thing about missionaries is that when sharing the gospel, they don't hold themselves back. This really influenced me." -Pastor Kaiyuan -
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to...
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Rixin joined us as a Serve Asia worker to Taiwan many years ago. Her missions journey did not start from Taiwan, and she did a... -
“As I joined the procession for Mazu, the goddess of the sea, I knew this was the year I would receive the greatest blessings.” -
Sloth is an 8th grader who attends the youth group in Puxin, a rural town in Western Taiwan. He is quiet around his classmates but... -
After switching roles from church planter to seminary instructor, Karl Dahlfred has heard people question whether he's left the "real" work of missions behind. As... -
Partnering with the local church gives breadth and depth to the gospel’s reach. Read how God brought together an OMF worker and two local churches... -
Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. -2 Corinthians 3:17 PRAY FOR TAIWAN. This month, pray...
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Uyghur, Han, Hui, Kazak: everyone loves naan bread. It’s crunchy and fragrant, with a chewy center. I bake it in the traditional way, as I... -
Kadeem is 50 years old. He moved to the UK in 2010 with his wife, Nadiya, and his three children, Omar, Karim and Ayesha. Since... -
My role at OMF is brand new, so I am in the beginning stages of developing a strategy and vision to encourage and enable young... -
Islam is the second-largest religion in the world. Its origins stem from the Middle East but it has since become a widely-followed religion in East... -
In the West, many people imagine that the vast majority of Muslims live in the Middle East. While the region has a large Muslim population,... -
This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. -1 John 5:14 PRAY FOR MUSLIMS....
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A Rakhine fisherman, Mr. T.S. became a believer after two Christians prayed for his healing from alcohol-induced liver disease about seven years ago. He became... -
Many of you know that OMF is a praying fellowship. You may not know that we are also a singing fellowship, a team that worships... -
The Serve Asia Representative will clearly and effectively promote Serve Asia opportunities, intentionally and proactively invest in inquirers, and creatively oversee multiple communication media for...
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What led you to serve overseas? We became aware of the needs in East Asia and also a specific opportunity to serve that matched our... -
Sonny knew Christianity was a scam and the Bible pure garbage. First his brother “got saved” and then Sonny’s wife “got born again.” It was almost... -
With a mission trip we expect something more than a transaction. We pray that something significant will change in us and in the communities we... -
It may take dedicated language learning and cultural study to truly understand the unique practices and worldviews of the Mekong region's people, but we can... -
The Baiku Yao are a minority people of the Mekong region who primarily reside in Southern China. Only 0.3 percent reportedly follow Christ, and there... -
The 550 ethnic groups of the Mekong region reside in six different countries—Southwest China, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. The Mekong River –where the... -
For this is what the Lord has commanded us: “I have made you a light for the Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the...
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Bow came to OMF’s Youth House in Thailand because she wanted to learn English. But there was only one problem—Bow wouldn’t talk! -
I was graduating from the spiritual desert of MIT and applying for an MD/PhD degree when God derailed that train and led me into the... -
A Christian program came on the radio, and “Monday” stopped in her tracks. It was the first time she had heard the gospel message from... -
While the sinner’s prayer is designed to help people become Christians, here in Thailand (as in other places) it many times has the opposite effect... -
God is moving in the hearts of the people of Thailand. Thanks to your prayers and generous support, we are able to share God’s love... -
What are three words someone might use to describe you? Strong, positive, old-soul. What is something few people know about you? I have a twin... -
The name “Thailand” means “land of the free,” but the Thai are not free. They are in bondage to the spirits and to the hopelessness... -
During the month of April, we invite you and your friends to join us in prayer for Thailand—a beautiful Southeast Asian nation in need of... -
For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he...
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Twenty years ago, OMF Philippines Field Member Patrick Hobbs began an integral ministry that includes planting house churches among Metro Manila’s urban poor. This ministry... -
Rainbow McDowell’s life has been anything but predictable. She moved to the Philippines with her missionary parents when she was only six months old, and... -
Minda is a well-educated, skillful communicator and leader in her Manobo tribal community. When she was committed to her own religion, she viewed Christians with... -
In the 1980s, an intelligent young woman received a scholarship to attend the University of the Philippines. While there, she came to faith in Jesus... -
Rose approached a friend in disbelief to confirm what she had heard at a missions conference. “Is it really true that half of the barangays... -
Chronological Bible Storying: Communicating the stories of the Bible by telling them aloud to listeners. Traditional oral communities often resolve conflicts and transfer knowledge by... -
This month, we're setting our sights on the Philippines—a beautifully diverse country. Learn something new about this complex island nation by checking out the interesting... -
Because the need for people to hear the gospel on the mission field is so urgent, it is sometimes claimed that doing a lot of... -
This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. -1 John...
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The Serve Asia Program Coordinator coordinates excellent short-term teams in order to advance the gospel in East Asia.
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Deep in the mountains of rural Vietnam, the radio waves crackle out from a tiny wooden house. In the Hmong family house, the small shortwave... -
A lot of my bodybuilding is about meeting people around something they love and my work is to help them love missions just as much.... -
The Web Contractor/Wordpress Support Specialist will work with the Vice President for Communications to maintain and improve our online presence. This will include web development,...
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The Task Unfinished is first and foremost a call to prayer. As Dr. Patrick Fung reflects on The Task Unfinished: We not only pray that East... -
After a dropping out of school, Thắng and his brother left Vietnam to find a new life elsewhere. In the depths of his personal struggles,...
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The Audio/Visual Supervisor will fill an important role for the virtual U.S. team by managing the audio/visual needs of the Littleton home office.
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When a new missionary first gets to the mission field, it is obvious where home is. It is that place where you just left. But... -
Vui’s family was poor, so they moved to Ho Chi Minh City to find a better life. They struggled to scrape enough money together to... -
After a U.S. missionary’s “term” overseas, which can last anywhere from three to four years (or longer), they make a visit back to the States... -
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May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face shine on us—so that your ways may be known on earth, your salvation...
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Name: Jennifer Tibbetts Role at OMF (U.S.): Assistant to Vice President for Personnel and Child Safety Officer Length of service with OMF: 19.5 years (15 as a... -
Vietnam is a dynamic nation with a booming population. Ninety-four million people live in Vietnam, making it the 14th largest country in the world. Despite... -
Name: Dick Durston or “Richard of Brighton” Role at OMF (U.S.): Candidate Director Length of service: 32 years (4 years church planting in Japan; 15 years Japanese... -
By Karl and Sun Dahlfred, OMF missionaries in Thailand Many churches today sacrificially support global gospel partnerships and seek to do so in sustainable, accountable ways,... -
From today, January 13 until Sunday, January 15, the OMF (U.S.) team will host its annual Mobilization Conference. The theme of this year’s conference is... -
Every church has a part to play in bringing the hope of Christ to the world. With 6,600 people groups worldwide in need of the... -
By Karl and Sun Dahlfred, OMF missionaries in Thailand In recent years, there has been a trend for some missions supporters and churches in the West...
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Pastor Va Vachna grew up in Neak Loeung, a market town on the Mekong River, about 65km southeast of Phnom Penh. In 2001, a small... -
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! -2 Corinthians 5:17 HAPPY NEW YEAR. Happy New Year!...
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Dear Friends, Christmas celebrations tend to hide the paradox of what happened on that quiet evening in Bethlehem. At the birth of Jesus an army of angels... -
Circumstances and surroundings may not always be ideal, but we serve a God who has brought us Good News for all people. OMF missionary Kate... -
Billions of East Asians don’t know Jesus. And millions have little to no access to the gospel, a Christian church or even a single believer.... -
Each year, hundreds of short-term missionaries work in East Asia via OMF’s Serve Asia program. Some question the true benefits of short-term missions teams. Are... -
Vietnamese people grow up with a mixture of traditional ancestor worship and folk Buddhism, in addition to the more recent communist atheistic teaching. Within their... -
And the Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who...
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A billboard in one of China’s megacities reads, “In Education We Trust!” As seen in the stories below, there is great need for Christian academics... -
Each year, hundreds of short-term missionaries serve in East Asia via OMF’s Serve Asia program. This month, we are highlighting a few of these workers... -
Do you have a heart for people in East Asia who need the hope of Christ? Do you want to serve where the greatest needs are? Do... -
Ascribe to the Lord, all you families of nations, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. -1 Chronicles 16:28-29 RUMORS. A Cambodian believer from a minority people group is spreading...
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Praying for East Asia’s unreached people groups can feel overwhelming. Our prayers can feel generic and ineffective. Or, we feel overwhelmed by the needs and don’t... -
Sai, a Shan man, took aim with his sling shot and fired. The bird in the jungle branches above him fell to the ground. Immediately... -
It is with a heavy heart I write this letter. In 2014, OMF became aware of allegations of abuse in the early 1970s by a... -
Muu Ling, a Shan man, wanted to find “the teaching that wouldn’t lead to death.” He searched for it in Buddhism, but his search left him empty.... -
“May, a Shan woman, recently lost her husband. In her deep sadness and loneliness, she heard the gospel. In July she decided to follow Jesus... -
You, God, are my God, earnestly I seek you; I thirst for you, my whole being longs for you, in a dry and parched land where there...
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Dalha is the first in her family ever to attend high school. She loves the culture and traditions of her homeland up in the mountains,... -
Who are the Tibetan people? If you take a tour through the mountainous countryside and vast plains of the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, you’ll get... -
Imagine setting out on a journey in an icy, cold Mongolian valley. Your leader has discouraged you from hiring a jeep. Instead, he has prompted... -
The Task Unfinished (We Go To All The World) by Keith & Kristyn Getty (Official lyrics video) from OMF International Media on Vimeo.
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by a Tibetan Believer I went to my parent’s home during Chinese new year. Some of our neighbors and family members gathered and told me that... -
PRAY FOR MONGOLS AND TIBETANS. This month, we lift up the Mongol and Tibetan people residing in areas of Mongolia, Bhutan and China. Many of...
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As Christianity took root in Cambodia in the early 20th century, war, genocide and persecution removed almost all trace of God’s work. But the darkness... -
It would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a millstone tied around his neck than for him to cause one... -
By Kevin Olson For many years, the gospel made little impact among the Brao people of Northeast Cambodia. In recent years, though, that is changing as... -
The Cambodian church has grown exponentially in the past few decades: from only a few thousand Christians in the early 1990s to more than 150,000... -
By Dr. Larry Dinkins In 1980, while I was a student studying the Thai language in Bangkok, I was asked by an OMF friend to help... -
“I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest.” John 4:35 In the latter half of the 1970s, Pol... -
“I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and...
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The following answer is from current OMF (U.S.) President Michael Littlefield. As I reflect on the question, “What does God’s faithfulness mean to you and... -
“(The So people) were created by him. They were meant to worship him. For thousands of years since the So have existed, they have worshiped... -
“Prayer doesn’t fit us for the greater work, prayer is the greater work.” Oswald Chambers Did you know at OMF (U.S.) we have a team of... -
Sing to the Lord, all the earth; proclaim his salvation day after day. -1 Chronicles 16:23 END OF RAMADAN. The Muslim holy month of Ramadan ends...
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Home to over 23 million people from over 10 ethnic groups, China’s Silk Road is a living tapestry of cultures. Each person in this region... -
What does pioneering mean for OMF today? OMF’s International Coordinator for Evangelization, Andy Smith, answers these questions below. What does “pioneering” mean to OMF? How do... -
“Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not...
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This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him....
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April 2016 Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for....
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March 2016 By his power God raised the Lord from the dead, and he will raise us also. -1 Corinthians 6:14 MINISTRY TRANSITION. Today Robert Nordstrom changes...
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Hoa came to know Christ at age 17. Like many of her peers, she grew up in a Buddhist family. When school friends invited her... -
The New Year is a great time to create new habits; to discover new ways to engage with God and his purposes in the world.... -
February 2016 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a...
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Kirk and Esther Lynn Matthews have been investing in the Mongolian church for the past 21 years. They have witnessed the church’s formative years; fewer... -
OMF U.S. President Michael Littlefield began serving overseas in 1987 in Taiwan. Below are some of his reflections on his first Christmases in East Asia... -
By Megan Sarian I don’t know why I went. I was a poor college student who was nearing graduation and beginning the job hunt. I had worked... -
JANUARY 2016 Sing to the Lord, all the earth; proclaim his salvation day after day. -1 Chronicles 16:23 WESTERN CHAM PEOPLE. Recently, there have been some breakthroughs...
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In a previous post, we shared a video about “sending,” the missional practice of supporting (financially and otherwise) missionaries so that they can flourish in... -
The holiday season evokes a number of emotions. For some, the holidays are marked by anxiety over finding the perfect gifts or spending time with... -
And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!” -Romans... -
By Megan Sarian Patrick Fung’s interview at Urbana 2009 was unforgettable. The irony might be lost on you if you missed the emphasis of his interview—“Live... -
In light of recent tragedies around the world, we may have quieted our thanks and suspended our joy. Giving thanks now feels insensitive, and on...
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DECEMBER 2015 “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came...
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The Group Facilitator facilitates a missional small group that encourages, nurtures and prepares participants as they get more involved in the six ways to reach...
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NOVEMBER 2015 For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all...
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Fulfilling the Great Commission requires the skills and passions of the entire body of Christ. Conferences and seminars provide an invaluable setting for discerning God’s... -
In 2014, the United States received a record 75 million international visitors; and this number is expected to grow in the coming years. Some of... -
“You are to love those who are aliens, for you yourselves were aliens in Egypt.” Deuteronomy 10:19 It’s been well-noted how advances in technology have “shrunk”... -
October 2015 “The history of missions is the history of answered prayer.” -Samuel Zwermer NATIONAL DAY. Today marks the 66th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of...
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The Hospitality Network Coordinator organizes resources from local volunteers to provide member care to missionaries on home assignment.
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The People Group Advocate mobilizes people and resources to reach an East Asian people group.
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September 2015 “Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you. I will praise you as long as I live, and in your...
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August 2015 “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.” -Colossians...
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July 2015 “You are the God who performs miracles; you display your power among the peoples.” -Psalm 77:14 SEWING AND HEALTH. Recently, believers in China began a...
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June 2015 “One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts.” -Psalm 145:4 MOST BUDDHIST COUNTRY. According to the PEW Research Center, Cambodia...
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The Bible page translator will moderate Bible pages in one of the following language versions: Indonesian, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, French, Laotian, German, Hmong, Burmese, Russian...
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The Bible slide designer will make slides with Bible verses and other Christian content to be placed on Facebook.
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We are seeking members of our Information Systems Advisory Group.
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The authors will answer Bible questions that people ask on social media in 300-600 word articles. Each writer would get a question once every two...
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We are seeking an information Technology Security Analyst.
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We are seeking a database administrator.
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We are seeking an Applications Support Specialist I.
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We are seeking someone to enhance quality and speed of IT operations for OMF (U.S.) by swift and accurate execution and organization of business administration...
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Article featured in 2015 East Asia Insight Q1 “God, I will need a co-worker!” Pastor Pam prayed earnestly. She had helped establish Glory of God Church in... -
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Article featured in 2015 East Asia Insight Q1 Christian workers among the Shan Tai, a Buddhist people scattered throughout Thailand, Myanmar and China, have recently suffered...
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Article featured in 2015 East Asia Insight Q1 “We hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues!” Acts 2:11 In 1992, Okhio became one... -
Article featured in 2015 East Asia Insight Q1 A young woman named Abby comes to faith in Christ through a café ministry in China. Soon after,... -
Article featured in 2015 East Asia Insight Q1 Noi’s five-year-old daughter returned from the neighbor’s house one day with an urgent question. Nuey had been going... -
May 2015 Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples. –Psalm 96:3 VULNERABILITY. Lift up a group of staff members from Mercy Medical...
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April 2015 I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the fellowship...
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March 2015 On this mountain the Lord Almighty…will destroy the shroud that enfolds all peoples, the...
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The Virtual Events Coordinator helps manage OMF International’s online communication network by connecting remote members and volunteers to events in the Littleton office.
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February 2015 “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” -Ephesians 2:10 DIFFICULT...
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December 2014 “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and...
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The Local Area Team Leader will develop and mentor a team to strategically raise awareness for missions involvement in their town or city.
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by Bill Wilson Missions is more than God’s people obediently serving him. Missions is God at work. If he isn’t working in and through his people... -
by Ronald Clements, UK “The wind whistles shrilly through the rigging, the sails roar again with the violence of the wind and rain, the masks crack,... -
Penge, South London, February 5, 1998… The funeral of an elderly woman, daughter of a Mongolian Chief father and a Tibetan mother. An unusual event in... -
by Gary Clayton, Managing Editor of East Asia’s Billions On June 3, 1905 OMF’s founder James Hudson Taylor breathed his last. Although the mission he founded eventually... -
by Gordon Dunn First published in East Asia’s Millions, November/December 1984, as “For the Stams No Deliverance” It was a bleak December day in brick-walled Tsingteh [today spelled... -
Although J. Hudson Taylor was raised in a Christian home, he remained ignorant of what it really meant to become a Christian. He even tried... -
In this reflection, the late Dr. Jim Taylor (1929-2009), Hudson Taylor’s great grandson, looked back on 200 years of God’s faithfulness to his family. God’s grace in our family... -
by Gary Clayton Hopes were high as the new century dawned. Few had any idea that the most severe blow ever dealt to Protestant missions would... -
By Dr. Wesley Wei (Professor of History at Chung Yuan Christian University, Taiwan) Translated from the Chinese by Irene Li Devoted to Serving China for Generations In the history... -
from China’s Millions magazine, December 1893 We abridge the following account of Miss Annie Taylor’s journey into Tibet from the North China Daily News. Miss Taylor, who... -
Hudson Taylor may have entered China’s provinces in 1865, but the gospel got there 1500 years earlier. The missionary finds it hard to meet the... -
by Margaret Maass, one of 49 missionaries sent to China by the China Inland Mission (CIM) in 1949 Kai sway! Kai Sway! Rumors were flying! The communist... -
by Megan Sarian I was overwhelmed, amazed and by the end of five days, slightly delirious. It was the 2009 Urbana Student Missions Conference in St....
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