Thailand Mission Update – “Be a Light”

When God impressed on us the words “Be a Light” for Thailand, we didn’t fully realize what it meant. We were cautioned ahead of time that open preaching would be difficult, and that we should not share the gospel carelessly. But as we obeyed, we saw Him open doors in unexpected ways.

Arrival – A Word from the Lord

Even before landing, as we entered Thai airspace, the Lord impressed one word on my heart: “HOME.” At first, it was confusing—but throughout the trip, He revealed what it meant.

Maha Sarakham – Seeds of the Gospel (May 5 to May 8)

Our schedule here was uncertain due to last-minute changes, and we knew we couldn’t evangelize openly. Yet, while buying a SIM card at the mall, we unexpectedly met Filipino professors who knew our hosts. One of them invited us to do a short program at their university—an opportunity we never planned but God arranged.

Our DTS students performed a children’s dance, Clint and I shared our testimonies, and though some students tried to leave, many stayed until the end. Everyone felt the same: seeds were planted.

We were also blessed to reconnect with YWAM family—Kuya Peter-son Ligaya (a former YWAM Baguio staff) and Kuya Eric Gumarang, who welcomed us like family. This became our first “home” in Thailand.

Another divine encounter happened on a basketball court. While simply playing, one of our students was approached by a rare Thai Christian who asked what church we belonged to. We hadn’t preached at all—yet God’s light shone through, and it drew him near.

Korat – A Second Home (May 8 to May 12)

In Korat, we stayed with a home church made up of people from Baguio, Abra, and even near Kabacan—places tied closely to my own life story. Pastor Eric Obado and his family cared for us deeply, adopting us as their own.

We shared fellowship, studied worship, and even played badminton together. On top of that, while praying at the city’s tallest building, I sensed God’s deep yearning for the Isaan people. Truly, Korat became our second “home.”

Loei Province – Joy and Tears (May 13 to May 22)

Loei felt so much like Baguio, our current base, that it became our third “home.” There, we met children who grew up in a community marked by drugs—but who had already accepted Jesus as their Savior (a rare miracle in Thailand). Each day was filled with laughter, games, and teaching.

When it was time to leave, I nearly cried seeing the kids wave goodbye. Our hosts, Ate Rebecca and Ate Eve, poured out so much love, hospitality, and incredible food that it was hard to part ways.

A Call for More Laborers

From Maha Sarakham to Korat to Loei, one truth was clear: the harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Each place desperately needs workers for God’s kingdom. I’m grateful to have been part of this process, and I long to return in the future to take part even more.

Matthew 5:16 (NIV)“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”