Campers at the Redemption Ranch in the Philippines sing this Good Soil Evangelism and Discipleship song written by Gil Thomas. Available from: https://bit.ly/2Zjv5lc →
It probably does not surprise you that the rate of Biblical literacy is decreasing steadily in North America. But what may (or may not) surprise you is that Biblical ignorance among regular church attenders is following the same pattern. Here’s a scary thought: What happens to evangelical Christianity in general, and our churches in particular, if Biblical literacy among Christians continues to decline—if we fail to stop the erosion of Biblical knowledge among our fellow believers and in our churches? But how do we teach the Bible to TEENS and ADULTS so they will understand it, and even enjoy it? →
Lea had moved three to four hours away from her family and home to Lipa City of the Philippines for work. In 2016, she was befriended by a co-worker, Mitch, who invited her to a study of The Story of Hope. Long story = Lea trusts Jesus as her Savior and starts teaching The Story of Hope in her home, which leads to husband's salvation and the planting of a new church. →
The Roots of Faith - Old and New Testament courses have been translated into Portuguese and were recently launched in Brazil and Portugal. During the Old Testament course, one Brazilian pastor commented: “I believe I have learned more about the Old Testament in a few days here then I did during my entire seminary training.” →
You are seated at the bedside of a loved one who will soon be slipping into eternity. From what you know about this person, there is no reason to think that he is prepared to meet the Lord. Part of you would like to simply comfort him and say, “Goodbye.” But, as a Christian who knows about the realities of heaven and hell, the Holy Spirit is prompting you to do what you know you need to do—take this one last opportunity to share the gospel with your loved one and compassionately encourage him to prepare for eternity. What do you say and how do you say it? →
“We are seeing a great appetite to read and understand the Bible.” --Roy Peterson, President of the American Bible Society Secularization (“religion isn’t important”) and religious pluralization (“all religions are equally true and valid”) are specters that intimidate Christians and church leaders in North America: “People aren’t interested in the Bible or Jesus anymore!” “How can we share the gospel, since Americans don’t believe in the Bible now?!” “So many people have their own religious beliefs now and don’t want to hear about Christianity.” →
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