I am thankful to God and also to all of you for partnering with us in prayer for our short-term mission trip to Chiang Rai, Northern Thailand, in January. To learn more about our experience in Thailand, we invite you to our sharing session in Cantonese in the afternoon of March 3rd. Allow me to share a few personal observations and reflections here.
Firstly, the stronghold of darkness and its consequences is evident in the region, given its proximity to the Golden Triangle. The prevalence of cheap and easily accessible drugs has resulted in many stories of broken families and damaged relationships and individuals, even among church leadership.
Secondly, the ongoing gospel work in the area holds great significance. The conversion of villagers to Christianity comes at a considerable cost, as they may lose the entitlement to a burial plot in their village. Many churches have after-school Chinese classes and boarding facilities for school children with needs, aiming to connect with the youth. Due to the strong influence of China, learning Chinese is particularly appealing, as it opens up better job opportunities for the youth in the future. Focusing on gospel work among the younger generation lays a solid foundation for generational changes.
Thirdly, I am grateful to witness the passion in the hearts of the CPC young leaders who were with me on the mission trip. They competently led programs which fostered meaningful connections with the children they served. Despite facing challenges such as a lack of water pressure for showers, they adapted well and shared helpful tips with one another.
Once again, thank you for your unwavering prayer support. May the Spirit move our hearts to love people of different races, religions, and cultures, aligning with God's will for all to be saved.
我感謝神，也感謝大家為我們一月份在泰國北部清萊的短宣中以禱告與我們同工。想要了解我們在泰國的經歷，歡迎參加我們在三月三日下午以粵語舉行的分享會。在這裡，我想分享一些個人的觀察和反思。
首先，這個地區由於靠近金三角，顯然受到黑暗勢力及其影響。因為毒品的便宜和容易買到以致普及；這導致許多破碎的家庭、關係和個體，甚至在教會領袖中也存在這樣的情況。
其次，該地區進行的福音事工具有重要的意義。村民歸信基督教要付出了相當大的代價，因為他們可能失去在自己村莊中的墓地使用權。許多教會開設課後中文班和提供住宿給有需要的學童，旨在與青少年建立聯繫。由於中國興盛的原因，學習中文特別吸引，因為它為年輕人未來提供更好的就業機會。專注於在年輕一代中進行福音工作將為世代的變革奠定了堅固的基礎。
第三，我感謝在短宣之中與我同行的長老會青年領袖們熱誠的心。他們能夠有力地帶領活動，與所服侍的兒童建立好的聯繫。儘管面臨著例如水壓不足等挑戰，他們適應得很好並相互分享有用的技巧。
再次感謝您們堅定的禱告支持。願聖靈感動我們的內心，去愛不同種族、宗教和文化的人，與神的心意一致、願萬人得救。
