In spite of the low percentages, the fear of covid has had a major impact on Thai society. The government imposed lockdowns on travel and business have had a devastating impact on the economy and lives of the Thai people. Fear is rampant!
Tourism is a major industry here. Travel restrictions have caused thousands to lose their jobs and the tourist industry has been decimated. Thailand's bankruptcy court recently approved a business rehabilitation plan for the largest airline in Thailand, Thai Airways. Needless to say, these kinds of financial disasters have a huge impact on many families.
Joy and I were recently talking to a Thai couple who had spend several years living and working in the USA. They expressed a great deal of frustration about the fact that so many governments around the world have acted in ways that hurt the public. I shared with them how wonderful it is to be a citizen of the kingdom of heaven. Our allegiance to Jesus and citizenship in His kingdom has completely changed the way we view current events.
They were happy to hear some “good news” and told us that even though they are Buddhist they have an adult son who is a Christian. God is continually opening up new doors of opportunity for sharing the gospel.
Pandemics come and go. Governments rise and fall. Economies flourish or fail. But the message of the gospel of Jesus keeps changing lives. Thank you for your continued prayers and support as we proclaim the good news of Jesus here in Thailand.
“I will go anywhere, provided it be forward.” ~ David Livingstone