The Asian Church: A Beacon of Global Mission

Eun Ah Cho explores the role of the Asian church in global missions, focusing on Korea’s church growth and its missionary movements. Highlighting early Bible translation efforts that aided literacy and spiritual growth, Cho underscores Korea’s enduring commitment to global evangelism, which began with the first missionaries in 1908. The session reflects on the resilience of the Asian church, often likened to jars of clay overflowing with tears, demonstrating faithfulness amidst adversity. Cho emphasizes Asia’s shift from a receiving to a sending continent, playing a crucial role in maintaining church unity. Through prayerful endurance and unity in diversity, the Asian church continues to contribute significantly to the global mission field.

Talk Outline

00:00 Introduction to the Korean Church’s Unique Role
01:21 The Impact of Bible Translation
02:11 Early Missionary Zeal and Leadership
03:12 Personal Stories of Faith and Resilience
04:45 The Asian Church’s Endurance and Message
06:16 Ligaments and the Role of Asia in God’s Mission
09:18 The Asian Church’s Safeguarding Role
10:40 Conclusion: Unity and Contribution to Global Christianity

This recording is from the Fourth Lausanne Congress, held in Incheon, South Korea in September 2024. This gathering brought together global church leaders to collaborate on mission strategies for advancing the gospel. Through plenary sessions, table group discussions, and collaborative workshops, the Congress focused on addressing critical gaps in global mission today.