Not that I have already obtained it…but I press on so that I may lay hold of that for which also I was laid hold of by Christ Jesus. Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to … Read More
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Life in the Vine
Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bear more fruit. — John 15:2 — Bob Amigo: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines The apostle John records seven “I am” statements of the Lord Jesus, with the image of … Read More
What’s Your Ministry Mindset?
But Jesus called them to Himself and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great men exercise authority over them. It is not this way among you, but whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant.” — Matthew 20:25–26 — Oscar Villa: The Expositor’s … Read More
Praise to the Creator
I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; wonderful are Your works, and my soul knows it very well. — Psalm 139:14 — Frederick Paulo Tomacder: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines David was in awe of God’s infinite knowledge and His all-pervading presence. He realized that nothing about him … Read More
Expository Preaching in the Philippines
“When preparing and preaching, my greatest fear is that I might mishandle God’s Word,” says Freddy. “I fear that I might misrepresent Him or misinterpret His Word; fear that I would be giving the people a wrong view of God, a wrong view of His work, and a wrong view of His character—and maybe even a false hope of salvation.”
The Word of God Is Not Bound
Every month, Cyprian crosses the border from Zimbabwe into South Africa. Why? To pursue biblical training at TMAI for the sake of the local church he shepherds. His monthly route is fraught with challenges, but “a real leader,” he says, “follows Christ no matter the cost.” Find out how you can be praying for Cyprian—and the other faithful leaders studying at TMAI’s school in South Africa.
Plentiful Harvest in the Philippines—and Beyond
“We have more opportunities than we can handle.” That’s Sean Ransom of The Expositor’s Academy in the Philippines, attesting to the truth of Luke 10:2. “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.” Since its inception in 2008, The Expositor’s Academy (a TMAI training center) has been striving to carry out our Lord’s great … Read More
Unexpected Ministry in the Philippines
“God allows trials in our lives and commands us to count it all joy when we encounter them. These trials prove the genuine part of our faith and produce endurance that brings about maturity in our faith, thus meeting what God demands of us. We have learned through this trial to depend on the Lord … Read More
Immediate Fruit in the Philippines
It is not always true that a minister is able to see immediate fruit from his teaching. Often the servant of Christ will work many long, arduous hours, only to wonder if he is making any impact at all. Still, the Lord is sometimes pleased to bless with an immediate sign of the fruit He … Read More
Philippines: A Cord of Three Strands is not Quickly Broken
The training ministries of TMAI depend on developing and maintaining strong relational bonds with faithful churches around the world. We train pastors to preach every inspired word of God to their congregations. These congregations, then, are equipped by God’s Word to reach their regions for Christ. This kind of gospel partnership assumes that the single … Read More
