Qu’ran Burning Having Negative Impact for Christian Ministry Overseas
The news of Florida Pastor Terry Jones’ plan to burn the Qu’ran on the ninth anniversary of the 2001 September 11th attack, despite having been called off, is having negative impact on Christian ministry in Muslim-dominated parts of the world, particularly in Indonesia and Afghanistan. Mission Network News has a report. As Muslim outrage grows overseas, [...]
Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem: A Letter from Jaeson Ma
Dear 1040 movers and shakers, As the 1040 Movement unfolds, we are again reminded of the desperate need for peace in the Middle East. At this crucial juncture in history, with so much warfare and unrest in that region, we believe that God has a special plan for the world for which the peace of [...]
Great NPR Profile on the Rise of Religion in China
NPR (National Public Radio) recently did a fantastic series on the rise of religion in China, which devote a significant portion to the rise of Christianity and the spread of churches in China. It is a must for anyone wanting to know more about what is happening in China today with regards to mission, religion, [...]
Two Christians Play Dead to Survive Attack in India
The plight of many Christian evangelists in the 10/40 Window remain dire. Today, Christian Post reports that two evangelists survived an attack in India by playing dead last week when Hindu extremists surrounded them and severely beat them. Read the full report here and pray for our brothers and sister in the 10/40 Window who [...]
World Evangelical Alliance to Hold General Assembly in S. Korea
From Christian Post: The World Evangelical Alliance, which serves and connects over 420 millions evangelicals worldwide, will be holding its 2014 General Assembly in South Korea, now the second largest missionary-sending country in the world (after the U.S). This move signals the increasing importance of Asia on the global Christian stage. Read more here.
Arrested for Bibles, North Korean Dies in Prison
Associated Press reports that Son Jong Nam, a North Korean defector and former presidential guard, has been tortured to death in North Korean prison after going back to the country to spread the Gospel. Read his amazing story of testimony here and learn about the plight of our North Korean brothers and sisters.
Hong Kong’s Protestant Churches Blooming
From Christianity Today- Protestant churches in Hong Kong are blooming with an annual growth rate 6.2% over the last five years, with the number of Protestants drawing close to 300,000. Read the full article to learn about the rapid development of Christianity in this former British colony.
Ministry Answers Japan’s Crisis
Financial distress is having an impact on the mental health and well-being of Japanese citizens. This article from Asian Access/Misson Network News reveals that there has been a 2.9 percent increase in suicides, which makes Japan the most suicide-prone country in the developed world. How can Christian ministry meet the needs of the people and [...]
Christian Post Covers 1040 and Jaeson Ma!
The Christian Post, one of the main Christian publications in the US, published an article on 1040 and Jaeson Ma this week. Check out this wonderful piece and the insights it offers. Thank you Christian Post and Michelle Vu for the generous coverage. Let’s keep on spreading the movement of 1040! The article can be [...]
1040 Spring Tour
The epic 1040 Spring Tour that started in April concluded last Saturday with an incredible screening at the Sa-Rang Community Church in Anaheim, CA, one of the largest Korean congregations in America. Over 600 people- students, young adults, parents, grandparents- joined 1040 and Jaeson Ma for a night of film, spirit-filled worship, and fervent prayers. [...]
Christian Leaders and Theologians on Asia- 1040 Movie
Christian leaders, pastors, missiologists, and theologians across the board agree- Asia plays a unique and crucial role in God’s movement in the world. The 1040 team went to Call2All, one of the largest mission conferences in the world, to hear what Christian leaders have to say about Asia and the future of world missions. Check [...]
Jaeson Ma to Speak at Annual Fuller Missions Fair
Attention if you are in Southern California! Jaeson Ma and the 1040 team will be at the annual Missions Fair at Fuller Theological Seminary, the largest multi-denominational seminary in the world, this Wednesday, February 17th. Jaeson will be speaking about missions in Asia on a panel with noted scholar and Fuller professor Dr. Juan Martinez. [...]
