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Equipping the Church with Biblical Resources
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In many impoverished regions worldwide, pastors have no access to seminary training or funds for resources to help them understand and teach the Word of God. They, and their congregations, are vulnerable to accepting false beliefs.
Biblica Equipping Leaders training programs give these pastors and other church leaders a solid foundation in Christ. We partner with other ministry alliances to equip leaders to effectively teach the Word of God and cultivate personal discipleship and spiritual hunger within the church.
Biblica Scriptures include NIV Study Bibles; Amharic Study Bibles, Life Application Bibles; NVI Missionary Bibles; New Testament and Bible portions; Paso a la Vida training manual; and many other resources and study materials.
Equipping the Church with Biblical Resources
Scripture and Training Strengthen and Equip Leaders
Many East Asian pastors and lay leaders, especially in rural areas, need biblical training but have little access to it because of distance from seminaries or lack of financial resources—or both. Called by God to preach the gospel and disciple believers, they need basic training to understand and teach the Bible accurately and effectively. Because many Christian leaders work in areas hostile to the gospel, such as the Muslim regions of Indonesia and Malaysia, it is even more critical that they and their congregations are grounded in the Word of God. To address this urgent need, Biblica-East Asia is providing study Bibles, biblical resources, and training to pastors and lay leaders in Brunei Darussalam, East Timor, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Equipping the Church with Biblical Resources, Thailand
Establishing Pastors and Churches in Buddhist-Dominated Thailand
Despite 400 years of missionary work, less than 2 percent of Thailand's population professes Christianity. Buddhism's grip on the lives of Thai people is entrenched and powerful. Syncretism—mixed belief systems—is a danger to the Church. Especially in rural areas, many churches lacking in doctrine, Bible knowledge, and application wither and die. To equip pastors to guide their people biblically, Biblica-Southeast Asia is developing Bible study guides for church leaders. During this five-year project, study guides will be presented in small-group training sessions that include a high degree of interaction and accountability, so church leaders can explore and discuss Scripture and its application with colleagues and trainers.
Equipping the Church, Ethiopia
Equipping the African Church for the Work of the Gospel
The Ethiopian Orthodox Church predominates in Ethiopia, and Islam is on the rise. But the evangelical Church has grown immensely since the end of the oppressive communist regime in 1991. As it grows, it must be characterized by faithfulness to the Word of God as the source of faith, teaching, and action. This year, Biblica-Africa will provide untrained yet dedicated Ethiopian pastors with seminars to teach them to use the Bible as the sole foundation for their preaching and teaching. The seminars will also teach them to train and mentor other leaders to do the same. Pastors will receive Amharic-language study Bibles and B2B training manuals.
Equipping the Church, Uganda
Equipping the African Church for the Work of the Gospel
Uganda endured political strife and violence in the 1960s through 1980s. Although the situation has improved, northern Uganda still suffers from terrorist activity. The country also suffers the consequences of a devastating HIV/AIDS epidemic. Uganda is 89 percent Christian, but many pastors have never had biblical training and cannot afford a Bible of their own. To support the Church, Biblica will conduct seminars for Ugandan pastors to teach them how to use the Bible as the basis for their preaching and teaching. Pastors will receive NIV study Bibles or Bibles in local languages, plus training manuals, and will learn to train other leaders in their churches and communities.
Equipping the Church, Argentina
Equipping the Church for the work of the gospel
From 1980 to 2000, the evangelical Church in Argentina tripled. But the spiritual hunger that drove Church growth also increased interest in cults and occultism. In this spiritual climate, pastors must know God's Word thoroughly to discern truth from falsehood. Many pastors and most church members lack access to Bible training and resources. To meet this need, Biblica-Argentina is presenting seminars for church leaders and members on the biblical canon, Bible translation, Scripture interpretation, and the Bible as sole foundation for faith and action. Seminar participants will receive Biblica's Spanish Bibles, CDs, and training manuals.
Equipping the Church: Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Panama, Peru
Equipping the Church for the work of the gospel
Evangelical Christianity is growing in Bolivia, Chile, Panama, Paraguay, and Peru. But numerical growth is not the best measure of a strong Church. More important are doctrinal integrity, godly living, biblical leadership, and a consistent witness for Christ. Through a two-day seminar, Biblica will provide church leaders with Bible knowledge so they can strengthen their congregations. This seminar affirms the Bible as God's inspired and inerrant Word and the only sure foundation for Christians' faith and actions. The seminar will be offered across denominations to pastors from poor rural areas and urban slums. Attendees will receive Biblica's Spanish or Portuguese Bibles, plus Scripture booklets.
Equipping the Church, Colombia
Equipping the Church for the work of the gospel
In Colombia, one of the most violent countries in the world—resulting from organized crime, drug trade, and terrorism—the Church flourishes. Fear pervades the country, but the peace of Jesus Christ reassures believers and draws nonbelievers to learn of Him. In 2000, there were 2 million evangelical Christians. But there are too few pastors and leaders thoroughly trained in the Word to serve these believers. This year, Biblica-Colombia will reach church leaders with seminars to strengthen their knowledge, faith, and pastoral calling. Pastors will receive Biblica's Spanish Bibles and training manuals.
Equipping the Church, Ecuador
Equipping the Church for the work of the gospel
The evangelical Church in Ecuador has grown substantially since 1960. However, syncretism has crept into the Church, cults have drawn Christians away, and some believers have turned lukewarm. Many pastors have little or no theological foundation, especially in rural, coastal areas. Training and empowering these pastors is critical for the Church to be strengthened in its faith and witness. This year, Biblica-Ecuador will offer church leaders seminars to help them understand the Bible's origins and Bible interpretation and translation. The teaching affirms the Bible as the sole, authoritative source for Christian faith and action. Pastors will receive Biblica's Spanish Bibles and How the Bible Came to Us DVDs.
Equipping the Church; Guatemala
Equipping the Church for the work of the gospel
The evangelical Church has increased exponentially in Guatemala, and in 20 years, more than 50 percent of the population may be evangelicals. This explosive growth has stretched pastors and churches as they try to disciple new believers and develop leaders for ministry work. To address their needs, Biblica-Guatemala will provide two seminars, an evangelism seminar pastors can take back to share with their congregations, and a seminar on "How the Bible Came to Us" to deepen their Bible knowledge. Pastors will receive Biblica's Spanish Bibles, two booklets on Bible translation, and seminar manuals.
Equipping the Church, Mexico
Equipping the Church for the work of the gospel
Mexico's 110 million population is 90 percent Catholic, although only 10 percent regularly attend Mass. Nearly 7 million people are evangelicals. The evangelical Church needs to be strengthened in its understanding of Scripture and doctrine and the application of biblical principles to daily life. Rural areas and urban slums especially need solid, biblically trained pastors—but the lack of resources is an obstacle. In these two disadvantaged areas, Biblica-Mexico will offer pastors two seminars to increase their Bible knowledge and help them and their congregations know how to share their faith effectively. Pastors will receive Biblica's Spanish Bibles and seminar manuals.
