What’s next? Thailand has difficulty in sustaining national Pastors in the rural areas because they can’t survive in their economy without employment outside the village. These villages are far from any place that may have employment, making it virtually impossible to afford to live. While ministering the last couple of years, we were stirred in our hearts to think about what could ministry look like if we were to reach out to the tribal people of Thailand. During one weekend trip to a village, we had an exciting idea planted in our hearts. What if a village could have a way to make an income that could support a pastor allowing them to remain there? A new vision was born - a compassion ministry. We could help a village determine what resources it has in order to develop a source of income. A portion of the proceeds from the new income source will go towards the person running the program (the pastor) and a portion towards a community center that will also be used as a church - instilling the principle of tithing. The villagers will then be encouraged to participate in the building of their community project and will be taught to reach out to neighboring communities to help them build a stable economy as well. We believe this will work toward the elimination of the welfare mentality that has come about in many communities, and will encourage reaching out to others, another Biblical principle. We also believe that a solid income source for a community along with education of the worth of children and women, will aid in the prevention of turning to the sex slave trade as a financial option. Without sharing our vision with anyone, Troy was approached and asked to be the liaison to the tribal people in the northern region of Thailand when we return this term. There are many missionaries that are ministering throughout Thailand, but none from our organization are currently working with the northern tribal people. What an exciting answer to prayer. The wheels are in motion for our return to Thailand in August. It is essential that we return as quickly as possible. We were able to find a christian family to sublease our house in Thailand until the middle of July of this year. If we aren’t able to return, we could lose the lease to the house but more importantly, jeopardize all of our possessions in it. In addition, this coming school year is Nathaniel’s last year of high school. He greatly desires to be able to graduate with his friends in Thailand, and as his parents we would love to see this happen. As we continue to walk in faith, would you consider becoming a prayer and financial partner with us? Building His Kingdom Together, The Scott Family TEAM POSSIBLE |
