Stories

Pastor Chanla Dok and his friends are reaching some of the 70,000 Khmers in the concrete jungles of Long Beach, California with their new Sua Sdei (Welcome) Center. Read more…
With more and more refugees coming to America a huge mission field is being placed in our arms. We are excited to report that the Mizo company has become an organized church, the Zomi group has become a company, and refugee ministries are on the rise. Read more...
She called herself Grandma Jonah because she wouldn’t go where God was calling. There was no way Thai church planter Kongsri was going to that terrible village to witness. She said, “They are prostitutes and druggies, all of them." Now the lock wouldn’t budge on her house and she was mad. Was God trying to tell her something? Read more...
Three billion people in 4,051 unique people groups are waiting for the Gospel. What are we going to do about it? Sadly, the majority of missionaries and offerings do not go to the most vulnerable and least-reached peoples of the world. Yet we wait for Jesus’ return precisely because they are unreached. ASAP Ministries works among these people groups, pushing into new areas. Read more...
Millions of children are at risk of being abused, enslaved, or even trafficked into prostitution. Is there something we can do? ASAP Ministries has just finished a new curriculum for protecting children and taught our teachers in Cambodia how to use it. One teacher said, "Sometimes I’m so angry that I just shake as I hear the children share about the things they have experienced." Read More...
God is eager to use plumbers, computer technician...and mushroom farmers to share the Gospel. He wants to use you too. Be inspired to serve as you enjoy Dr. Tom Evan’s report of his recent visit to the Mushroom Pastor’s church plant in Thailand. "Rarely have I encountered someone so deeply in touch with the heart of God for lost people." Read More...
“Where’s my Bible?” the elderly lady asked. “I think your husband burned it up when he was drunk the other night.” Grandma Somkeet cried. She loved her precious gift. God reached into Somkeet’s life in the midst of her suffering. Read and share her story to help others know they can change lives by spreading God’s word.
Martin Luther said, “Work, work, from early until late. In fact, I have so much to do that I shall spend the first three hours in prayer.” Are you too busy to pray or too busy not to pray? We invite you to spend more time in praying for the Holy Spirit, for family, for church and for a lost and dying world. See for yourself whether praying is a time saver!
Out of nowhere came the request for an English speaker for public evangelism in Myanmar and a dental and medical team. God moved quickly to gather a group for an exceptional mission trip.
Feel inspired to sacrifice for the desperate needs, but not sure where you would get the money? Read Nathan Arthur’s faith-stretching experience.
Nai was handcuffed and hauled off to the police station on his first visit to a secret house church in a closed country. Read the ending and share this story to help others have courage to stand for Jesus.
Many people wonder how the Great Commission will ever be finished. Veteran church planter Tom Evans shares his perspective in this insightful look at the effectiveness of national missionaries and ASAP’s ministry.
What does a busy lady with a mission heart do when she retires? She gets busier of course!
Pastor Tin’s wife used to have arthritis, and his son used to be sick. But that’s all in the past after a single united prayer. Read their story of relief.
A great thing about prayer is that proximity doesn’t matter. Whether your hand is on their shoulder, or you are on the other side of the world, God can sort it all out. Here is Beverley’s story.
ASAP has had the privilege of helping run Prayer Rooms at a number of different conferences and camp meetings. The experiences of those who have come through the Prayer Room have been amazing. This is what people are saying.
On a tight schedule with limited resources, Julia’s film team faced an uncertain outcome for their video project. But a series of encounters during the filming revealed another side of God’s care.
When you are desperate, even a small miracle can make a big impact, and a short prayer can change someone’s life forever. This is Chhoem Sarom’s story.
Chheurn Oeun and his family were homeless after an extended stay in the hospital. All they could do was pray. Then they found Seng Sopheak and a home at the Sda Center.
Prayer became the driving force behind Bun Hean’s daily work after meeting an Adventist church member while selling fruit. This is how she learned to trust everything to God.
Chomnath tells her life story, beginning as a wealthy child, and growing into a young Khmer Rouge victim, and eventually a refugee and immigrant to the United States, all within the guiding presence of the Holy Spirit.
Church planter Chin Saroun tells the story of an encounter with a poor lady and her family. After she could see the changes prayer made in her life, her and her husband asked to be baptized.
Sim Thim’s story shows that a powerful solution is never far away when people pray. In this case, a new well gives Sim a chance to attend church, while benefiting the very people that meant to stop him.
Medical Missionary Sin Sao loves caring for the residents of the Sda Center (refuge for believers with AIDS). They have become her spiritual family. When they feel well enough, they join her on missions of mercy. Read about one such trip.
Nong Sokkorn’s story is one of steady growth as she learns to trust God in prayer. She is moving from discouragement to hope, from stress to peace, and from disease to life.
Tempted to work on the Sabbath, Sok Chea Soun learns the importance of putting Jesus first and depending on him for everything.
Thenly tells how God provided for her and her family after she said a simple prayer. You never know how important your small act of kindness may be.
Two sisters who are students of Feed and Read teacher Sok Som Arth were forced to move from Cambodia to Thailand with their parents. They girls were forced to become dishwashers at a restaurant to help earn money for their family. Continue reading to find out how God takes care of His children in sickness and in health!
“Where is the Pun Chuan family today?” Church planter Nuth Mao wondered as he scanned the members sitting expectantly in his small church one Sabbath morning. “They have been so faithful in attending, something must be seriously wrong” he anxiously thought.
Twenty years ago it was too dangerous for Cambodia Adventist Mission officers to visit the remote Cambodian province called Preah Vihear. Read here to learn how your gifts boosted the ministry in this area.
Dy Ky passed through the first, second, third, and fourth police checkpoint without any problems. But the at the fifth checkpoint Satan almost succeeded in stopping Dy Ky from reaching the needy believers waiting inside.
When groups come together for focused prayer, things happen. Whether overseas or in your hometown, these testimonies show that God is active.
Aye Aye chose Jesus over her husband and his religion and has never regretted it. Find out why.
Charis and Caia Kim got these special boxes from their daddy, Calvin. Find out what they did with them…
Imagine not having water to drink, bathe or prepare food and how that would affect your life. Unfortunately, for many people this is a daily reality. Find out how ASAP helps to provide not only physical water but the water of life to thirsty souls.
Ralph and I have been interested in Southeast Asia since since serving as missionaries there in the early 1970s. We find joy in being a part of ASAP through planned giving.
After learning about united prayer Va Touch decided to try it for herself. The power of prayer quickly spread beyond all expectations.
Thavan Phat lives in the slums of Phnom Penh. The dragon of poverty raises its ugly head in the forms of hunger (from her children), addiction (of her husband), and hopelessness (in her heart). Yet, as a new believer in Jesus Christ, discover how Thavan saw God conquer this dragon in her world.
Giants come in all shapes and sizes. Meet this soft-spoken, humble man of God and find out how God is using him to reach world next door.
Torrential floods covered Chhom Boran’s village until only the roofs were visible. Still Chhom would not be deterred from reaching school. Find out how he overcame the obstacles to get his education.
Twenty years ago it was too dangerous for Cambodia Adventist Mission officers to visit the remote Cambodian province called Preah Vihear. Read here to learn how your gifts boosted the ministry in this area.
Imagine what life would be like if the ocean's dried up and suddenly the poor of the world were at our doorstep.
Jeanette and Wayne share stories of answered prayers from ASAP’s 2013 prayer and fasting initiative. They find inspiration in the ways God answers their requests.
Be inspired by a letter from ASAP Ministries' director, Julia O'Carey, where she tells about her trip to the Karen Adventist Academy in 2013.
In Cambodia, a country with spirit houses in every Buddhist home, demon possession is a very real threat to many. This is Thy Thouen’s story of prayer, possession, and the power of God.
Sok Ran’s story of recovery shows what can happen when people combine natural remedies with faith and prayer. It ends up encouraging not only her, but her family and neighbors as well.

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