Supporting Gospel Ministry Through Chicken Farming in Asia

Bao travels around the countryside of Cambodia proclaiming the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. A devoted Christian for many years, he is often seen as an outsider by many of his fellow countrymen in this predominantly Buddhist nation. But this only fuels his desire to keep preaching!

His travelling ministry seemed to be in jeopardy, however, when his finances started running low.

Wanting to continue his on-the-go evangelism, he prayed fervently that God would provide for himself and his wife, Houn, in any possible way. In faith, he remained hopeful, though the circumstances around him seemed bleak.

Bao had to walk for hours each day to reach the casava fields where he worked in rough conditions. He laboured hard, but his limited earnings were not enough to provide for his family and his outreach.

Bao managed to secure a loan to buy a motorbike to ease his commute to the fields, but his income remained scarce. Still, he thanked God and kept praying for provision, knowing that He is faithful.

God Answered Through Chickens

Samaritan’s Purse staff visited Bao’s village and, seeing his need, offered him a chicken coop complete with 60 fowl, so he and Houn could begin raising them. With hens selling at about $6 a piece, they could earn greater income and secure a much more sustainable way of life. The couple couldn’t turn down the offer!

“We provide chickens to families not only for income, but also to bring hope and [help] build sustainable livelihoods at home rather than migrating to neighbouring countries for work,” said Rim Soth, a Samaritan’s Purse staff member in Cambodia.

Of course, chickens are available to non-Christians and Christians alike. “They serve as a tool for us to openly share about God with the families.”

Bao is profoundly grateful for the aid. “We are proud of the chicken coop. It has helped us so much.”

He still works in the casava fields, and Houn cares for the coop when he is away. Knowing that God is also providing through the chickens, the couple is encouraged that things are looking up for their family. Bao will continue his preaching.

Bao and Houn are hopeful the chickens will continue to provide for them as they work to grow their flock.

Last year alone, Samaritan’s Purse distributed more than 13,000 chickens to families in need in Cambodia and so far in 2026, another 2,000 have already been given out.

Bao and Houn see Samaritan’s Purse provision as a gift from God. As Christians surrounded by people of other religions, they continue to shine as beacons of light. Please pray that the Lord will bless the couple’s poultry production in a way that frees up their energy to continue to share their Savior with their fellow Cambodians.

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