Justice, mission & the next generation

“Behold, I am making all things new.” These are the triumphant words declared by God from His throne as He ushers in a new creation in Revelation 21:1-5. This is an incredible glimpse into the hope that we have, for a new creation where there is no more pain, suffering, crying or death.   While […]

My life changing time in Africa

Hi, my name is Jake, I’m 20 years old and I live in Australia. Last year I went on a mission trip to Mozambique for 11 months. I decided to go at the last minute as it wasn’t something I thought I would be interested in. Other countries can be uncomfortable and strange, and who […]

Photo diary

I arrived in Chiang Mai on a hot and humid summer day in August. Muana, the Thailand team leader picked me up from the airport in his silver truck. After a warm greeting and some introductions, we headed off to visit a new faith community in the village of Sanpatong. It’s a 45 minute drive […]

Alongsiders

What does being an alongsider mean for followers of Jesus across Australia and around the world?   “I am learning what it means to be an alongsider in my context on the Silk Road, which is quite different from life in Sydney! I am part of a fitness group here, and God is teaching me […]

It’s God’s Mission

Team members explore what it means to participate in God’s mission.   Lisa | South Asia “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” (James 1:5) If. That word makes me smile. If we lack wisdom? Of course […]

House Church

Ngoc and Mark share how the ministry in Indochina is opening eyes, empowering young people with disability and sharing the Gospel in culturally relevant ways.   House church In this culture, hospitality is incredibly important and frequently practised. People often spend time in each other’s homes to share a meal and talk about life. Therefore, […]

Power for what?

A powerful memory. When I look back to the memory, I always arrive mid-scene. A 10-year-old kid standing in the middle of the classroom.   Shamed. Paralysed. Tears uncontrollably streaming down my face from feeling helpless. I was a new immigrant of just a couple of weeks and my Year 4 teacher was towering over […]

Teaching new stories

Ngoc and Mark share how the ministry in Indochina is opening eyes, empowering young people with disability and sharing the Gospel in culturally relevant ways.   Our partner NGO in Indochina was founded in 2007 by Hoa (Peter), with a vision to equip young people with disability with the skills they need to be able […]

Movement in Malawi

There’s a new locally-led initiative in Malawi and our team is journeying alongside them. Tim and Melanie share the news.   There’s no way to fast track history. The work in Malawi has a long history. By now deep relationships have been established in many villages. Over years of ministry, local faith communities have emerged […]

God’s Word changes hearts

Tim shares a story of the power of God’s Word.   I was out in a village with one of the faith communities. My mate Waindi, one of the local leaders, was teaching from Matthew 5. He was talking about being angry. Waindi was sharing from the passage that if you bear a grudge against […]