Gospel for Asia

People have been asking, “How can we stop the water crisis?” for decades. At GFA, we have found that micro-solutions are very effective and impactful to increase the quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. Nirdhar and Karishma’s village is located on a rocky hillside in Asia. Before GFA came to help, their only source of water was rainwater that collected in a pond near the village. When the weather turned dry, the pond did, too. A local church stepped in to help. With the help of GFA, the church began to drill for water. They drilled deeper and deeper without finding water and the community was losing hope. Finally, they struck water! Now the family has clean, safe water to use throughout the year! “We never thought a well would be drilled in our village,” Nidhar said. “But the true need of this village was met by Gospel for Asia. We are truly thankful for it.” This is just one example of thousands! Even in areas with severe drought, GFA and their partner c...

There is a plethora of global water crisis facts The World Health Organization and United Nations International Children’s Fund report that 785 million people lack a basic drinking-water service. The report continues by reporting that, globally, at least 2 billion people use a source contaminated with feces that can transmit diseases such as diarrhea, cholera, and dysentery. 1 The U.S. Centers for Disease Control says an estimated 801,000 children younger than 5 perish from diarrhea annually, mostly in developing countries. 2 The World Health Organization reports that 502,000 people die each year from diarrhea—caused by unsafe drinking water. 3 No matter the number of people who die from diarrhea, it is important to remember that diarrhea is easily prevented and treated. Access to clean drinking water is crucial in this fight. Other reports estimate that 2.1 billion people have no access to safely managed drinking water and 159 million people get their drinking water directly from su...

Water crisis solutions have been researched and evaluated for decades. Studies have been conducted and organizations have learned through trial and error what works and what provides best for the needs of the people who are living in water-stressed environments. At GFA, we have been serving in Asia since 1979 and more recently have began looking to help with the water crisis in Africa as well. We often serve in places no one else is serving so these communities can experience the love of God for the first time. Through these decades, we have learned how to serve the people and bring them clean, safe water. We help in the water crisis in three major areas: Community development through facilities When GFA brings water to a community, we bring hope. Through Jesus Wells, entire communities can access clean drinking water. These wells are maintained by a local church, which increases the ministry outreach of that church. GFA also provides latrines for families or communities. These latrine...

There’s nothing like a cold drink of water on a hot day. Unfortunately, due to the global water crisis, the refreshment of clean water isn’t available for many people around the world. Many communities are lacking this essential part of life. The crisis occurs when there is a lack of sufficient clean water for the population. The World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations International Children’s Fund (UNICEF) say that 785 million people lack a basic drinking-water service. 1 How does this global water crisis impact families in these communities, and how can we stop the water crisis? Contaminated water causes illness and disease When clean water isn’t readily available, people resort to the water that is available. Oftentimes, that water is contaminated with feces. Serious diseases can result, including dysentery, typhoid, polio, and cholera. Every year, people die from these diseases because they drink contaminated water. Many of these deaths are easily prevented through educa...