Equip India's Training Model Multiplies Evangelistic Efforts Across South Asia

Equip India's Training Model Multiplies Evangelistic Efforts Across South Asia

SOUTH ASIA - Equip India is implementing a strategic model of church-based workshops (CBW) and leadership training to expand evangelistic outreach across South Asia exponentially.

In a recent Leadership Training Workshop (LTW), 17 pastors from nearby churches participated in a model CBW alongside 45 members of the host congregation. The pastors observed teaching methods and learned to effectively share the "Gospel Presentation" to replicate these workshops in their churches.

The two-day workshop also equipped the pastors with a "Leadership Workshop Teacher’s Manual," providing Scripture references, explanations of techniques, and illustrations to enable them to become effective trainers. They received guidance on implementing and following up on CBWs and instructions on reporting their activities to regional and national offices. Crucially, both days included practical, on-the-job training to build the pastors' confidence and motivation in sharing their faith.

Senior staff partners closely monitor the progress of these trained leaders, offering support as needed. Successful CBW teachers and organizers are further encouraged to train other churches in their localities, receiving advanced training alongside experienced staff partners until they are certified to lead independently.

Pastors who attended the LTW expressed enthusiasm for the program. Pastor Dainy Paul described it as an "eye-opener" that provided the "right insight" for gospel sharing and congregational training, which he plans to implement soon. Pastor Bright Daniel emphasized the potential impact of earlier training, stating that "many more people would have come to the saving knowledge of Christ" and highlighting the urgency to train more people, given the growing population.

Equip India emphasizes that the financial and prayer support we receive is foundational to reaching countless villages and millions of people with the Gospel. We believe this work is making our partners a "light of the nations," enabling salvation to reach the ends of the earth and creating a transferable model for churches across South Asia.