Your Contribution Matters: Building a Vibrant Witness for Christ in India

Your Contribution Matters: Building a Vibrant Witness for Christ in India

This is a personal message expressing gratitude for the support of Equip India and illustrating the significance of every contribution, no matter the size. The author shares the well-known anecdote of Emperor Shah Jahan asking three builders what they were doing while constructing the Taj Mahal. The first focused on the task ("cutting a stone"), the second on the personal benefit ("earning two meals a day"), but the third proudly declared, "I am helping to build Queen Mumtaz’s tomb to the glory of God," understanding his role in a larger, meaningful purpose.

 The author parallels Equip India's work, stating that while they are not constructing a physical wonder like the Taj Mahal, their mission is arguably "much more magnificent." Equip India's core aim is "to glorify God by preparing every church to be a ‘Great Commission Church’ equipped for sound Bible teaching, discipleship, and personal witnessing across all age groups." Their vision extends beyond initial salvation and includes believers' spiritual growth and sanctification.

The message highlights that Equip India's methods have evolved over the past 25 years, leading to an accelerated impact in reaching people for Christ. The author expresses deep gratitude for their partners' faithfulness, generous support, and prayers. By supporting Equip India, contributors are not just building an organization but are integral to creating a "vibrant and credible evangelical witness to the world" for the glory of God. Every contribution, like each stone in the Taj Mahal, is vital to this grand mission.