135. Thailand 24 #2

We continue our Thailand gathering series and hear part one of a two part case study of what God is doing in South Asia. The leader shares part of his journey into DMM and his current context which now sees over 2000 churches planted down to over 10 generations deep. Simon’s journey into DMM We hear how the vision of ‘ordinary’ people leading from the beginning captured his heart as he stepped out of traditional church ministry. He share’s how he was attracted to DMM because of how it is centered on obedience to God’s Word and multiplication. Simple training and facing persecution These days, the leader and his team meet people where they are at and train them in DMM. They keep things really simple so that anyone can easily apply and multiply what they learn. Persecution is an everyday challenge. Matthew 28:16-20 is what encourages his team when they are faced with persecution. Their response is to pray for endurance and courage since they know persecution will not stop but keep coming. “We are not praying that persecution will stop. No, it will come. The one thing matters to us is endurance and courage.” Challenges for DMM in South Asia Finally, He gives us a brief insight into the challenges he and his leaders are facing to see DMM in the South Asian context. Firstly, the cultural barriers of the diverse harvest fields in the region. They are seeking to continue trying to contextualize the gospel when connecting with new peoples. Secondly, the traditional church is another barrier for them.