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South Asia

At a Glance

  • Religious (Hindu, Muslim, Buddhist) nationalism
  • Increasing violence toward Christians
  • Poverty, especially among Christians
  • High number of unreached people groups
  • Increasing numbers of evangelical Christians
  • Unreached people groups: 3,661

Persecution of Christians is on the rise throughout South Asia, yet Christianity is rapidly spreading. In many areas, believers are subject to physical violence and false accusations leading to imprisonment. Northern India still contains the world’s largest number of unreached people groups; however, India’s Christian leaders are beginning to collaborate to reach them. Christians are often at the bottom of the socio-economic strata, as the gospel is taking root among low-caste populations. Though India is the world’s largest democracy, more than 300 million people live below the poverty line. Indigenous ministries provide holistic care to improve people’s situations while sharing the hope of Christ.

Ministry Highlight

Through its Bible correspondence course, a ministry in Pakistan provided thorough biblical instruction to more than 3,000 students throughout the country. They also helped nearly 900 persecuted Christians, including those whose homes were burned due to accusations of blasphemy against Islam. In their seven children’s centers, they provided Christian education to over 300 children.

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How You Can Make a Difference

Radical groups in South Asian countries are actively pursuing the eradication of Christians, making ministry increasingly difficult for local believers. Higher levels of persecution have not deterred indigenous missionaries from sharing the gospel; however, they need your support to help them continue making disciples for Christ amid fierce opposition.

From the Mission Field in South Asia

Restore Hope to the Downtrodden in South Asia
A young man with a tumor on his head received treatment to heal it, but the ailment became more serious. One day, local missionaries shared the gospel with the man and his family, including the man's sister and her husband, who had tried for many years to have children with no success. Both the young man's family and his sister's family gave their lives to Jesus. “His tumor disappeared within a few days,” the ministry leader said. “And his sister became pregnant. Now they all attend church.” Donations support ministries as they evangelize the dispirited.
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Support Gospel Work in Remote Places in South Asia
Local missionaries traveled to several remote villages where they shared the gospel with hundreds and provided basic necessities to 53 people living in destitution. But they encountered rough weather on their return journey, and their boat overturned. "By God's goodness, we made it through the event unscathed and are thankful for His protection," the ministry leader said. Your donations support missionaries who travel long and often difficult distances for the sake of the gospel.
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Embolden the Persecuted in South Asia
n a region of one South Asian country, a government official has forbidden members of certain groups from participating in church worship. "We ask God to act in the heart of this leader, that he will not be much of a burden to our people," the ministry leader said. The ministry leader also worries for a local pastor who continues to receive warnings about sharing the gospel with an indigenous tribe. "The threat of persecution is not improving," the ministry leader said. Your donations support missionaries who share the gospel in places opposed to it.
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Celebrate With New Believers in South Asia
A local ministry leader praised the Lord for the abundant harvest he is witnessing through a television program on which he routinely preaches the Word of God. The program is broadcast in five languages, and the ministry receives hundreds of calls from listeners hoping to learn more about Jesus. One recent caller admitted he had abandoned his aging parents, but upon hearing the program, he returned home to be their caregiver. "The truths of the gospel through the power of the Holy Spirit are touching hundreds of people," the ministry leader said. Your donations support evangelism such as this.
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Extend Christ’s Love to the Vulnerable in South Asia
During the course of a month, local missionaries distributed much-needed food and clothing to thousands of people, including two thousand people in 23 leprosy colonies. "Our hearts were touched when some of the leprosy sufferers approached us after the distribution," the ministry leader said. "Their faces lit up with joyful tears, expressing their deep gratitude for the gifts they had received. Despite losing limbs and eyesight, and suffering from infectious wounds, they were filled with happiness and expressed their heartfelt appreciation." Donations of $35 or $70 help provide relief to the poor and suffering.
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Help Victims of Natural Disasters in South Asia
More than 10,000 people were evacuated from their communities in one South Asian country after severe floods affected the area. At least 15 people died, electricity was cut off, public transportation stopped, and access to clean water became difficult. Local missionaries immediately responded by distributing blankets, food, and clothing for adults and children throughout relief camps. "People were in desperate need of help," the ministry leader said. "Many recipients expressed their gratitude with tears in their eyes." Your donations help with such emergency relief.
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