October 2009 - Philippines

A year ago a devastating typhoon hit the Philippines.  Some of the students escaped in the nick of time, and others perished.  Yet the work of Carey Outreach Ministries continues in spite of various trials and persecutions.  


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New Testament Survey


Dr. David Sloss recently taught a New Testament Survey module in Iloilo. He was delighted to see that younger men were being encouraged by our field co-ordinator to become pastors.  He said that much appreciation was expressed by the students for the background material to the familiar stories of the New Testament.


Trials Abound, but God Provides


David wrote, "When I asked during the teaching how many of the pastors were facing persecution, I was surprised to see about 1/3 of them respond. This could have been persecution from outsiders or from family members opposed to their faith."

Like so many countries, the Filipino faces influences of corruption and evil masquerading as good. This is evident from the highest political offices to the small scale thief who is forced into providing for himself and family.

David added, "But the message of the Gospel is reaping rewards for the Kingdom as these men battle for the Lord in the many remote areas across this island nation."


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The students with Dr Sloss


Field Co-ordinator Warlito reported, "There were two subjects offered; the New Testament Survey by Dr David Sloss and the Systematic Theology (Overview) by R.C. Sproul through video. Total students enrolled is more than 50, most of them new. They were all equipped and blessed by the Word of God taught by the lecturers. We thank the Lord for the new students, for the lecturers, for the Carey Outreach support, for the newly pioneering work and many challenges in the work of the Lord. It's our joy to see more workers being trained in Reformed Theology."


Thank you for your prayers


Dr. Sloss returned home with a cough and a cold - this too is a price to pay for ministry.  Please pray that he will regain full health and strength.  He wrote, "Again, it was a privilege to serve the Lord in this capacity and we look forward to his leading into the future."

Warlito, too, is grateful. He wrote, "Thank you for your prayers.  Seven of the Pastors who graduated in their diploma will proceed in their Degree Course and now they are preparing themselves for their essay.


Sincerely,


Janet Billson, Communications