Streetwise Disciple-Makers
“Oh no. The church has sent the wrong person.” It was the first thought to run through the trainer’s mind. “This man cannot do anything for Christ.” He looked like a thug! He did not know how to speak or […]
Sports Friends Thailand/SE Asia
Conspiracy of Hope
There is a conspiracy. You have always been pursued. Sports Friends coaches in Southeast Asia know that God is always moving, stirring in hearts that long for truth, freedom, hope, and honor. They know He works in both the most […]
Unwelcome, Undeterred
Open Doors, an organization that advocates for persecuted Christians around the world, reports about these nations we love in Southeast Asia: Converts to Christianity face the most severe forms of Christian persecution. Abandoning Buddhism or tribal animist beliefs is seen […]
Meet the Team: Mee
What is your role with Sports Friends? I am the Sports Friends Thailand Admin and Finance Manager. What is your favorite sport? Swimming. What is your favorite Bible verse? John 13:34: “A new command I give you: Love one another. […]
For Future Generations
“They struggle with internet addiction. Gambling. Alcohol. The kids learn from their parents and teachers to drink to gain social standing and have more friends. So kids don’t go to school, they go to the liquor shop. They have drug […]
Meet the Team: Hallie
What is your role with Sports Friends? Administrative Assistant, Sports Friends Thailand. What is your favorite sport? To watch – futbol or football. To play – is dance a sport? I did ballet, jazz, and tap until I was in […]
New Coaches Ready to Go!
We recently held a Basic Training to equip new coaches in Thailand. Meet four of our participants who are now trained and ready to take the gospel to the young people in their communities through sports ministry: Coach Koy Koy is […]
A Missionary and a Monk Walk into a Church…
…let me provide some background first. Every morning, just before dawn, Buddhist Monks leave the temple to go out into the community and local markets to collect alms (rice dishes, curries, money, etc.) from local Buddhists. The act of offering alms is […]
Meet the Team: Alyssa
What is your favorite sport? Soccer!!! What’s your favorite Bible verse? 2 Corinthians 12:9 “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness…” This verse is a huge part of how I ended up in […]
Love Suffers Long
After a nail-biting four hour journey along the winding mountain roads of northern Thailand, we finally pull up outside the house. We’re met by Coach Sathit, his family, 12 new-born puppies, and a whole host of chickens. The kettle is […]
