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1 Sharing Jesus Through the Web By Kenneth Dave Cabanda Field Coordinator - Central Visayas Whether one browses for research, entertainment, n e w s , b u s i n e s s , o r communication, the Internet remains an indispensable tool that meets the demands of modern society. It is the most widely used invention by people nowadays. However, the whole idea of sharing one’s faith through the Web has most often been neglected. The world views God’s Word as irrelevant since it does not normally blend among a stream of secular songs, reality shows, and trending dance moves. Christians are obligated to herald the gospel and use every opportunity to share God's W o r d . T h e combination of evangelism and technology – e-vangelism - will reinforce the message of salvation across the world today. The truth about the Gospels cannot be disregarded even if hearts remain distant and calloused. As I opened the Web one day, the Holy Spirit led me to share my faith. If Psy’s “Gangnam” style and Charice Pempengco’s voice became sensations through the Internet drawing millions of followers then, the message of Jesus Christ can cause a spiritual revival through the internet cloud as well. The Bethlehem – Calvary story of the God- Man Jesus Christ can be shared in such a way that the World Wide Web will be used to open the door of faith and save the lost. Facebook has become a popular social networking site with over one billion users. The site virtually connects people from across the globe. The Lord encouraged me to share His story through Facebook to a family friend working in Abu Dhabi. (continued on Page 2) EE UPDATE EE Update is the Official Publication of Evangelism Explosion Philippines www.eephil.com 1st Quarter 2013 e - vangelism e - vangelism EE Update is the Official Publication of Evangelism Explosion Philippines Are we using the information highway called the Internet to spread the Gospel?

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Sharing Jesus Through the WebBy Kenneth Dave CabandaField Coordinator - Central Visayas

Whether one browses for research, entertainment, n e w s , b u s i n e s s , o r c o m m u n i c a t i o n , t h e I n t e r n e t r e m a i n s a n indispensable tool that meets the demands of modern society. It is the most widely used invention by p e o p l e n owa d ay s . However, the whole idea of sharing one’s faith through the Web has most often been neglected. The world v iews God’s Word as irrelevant since it does not normally blend among a stream of secular songs, reality shows, and trending dance moves.

Christians are obligated to herald the gospel and use

every opportunity to share G o d ' s W o r d . T h e

combination of evangelism and technology – e-vangelism - will reinforce the message of salvation across the world today. The truth about the Gospels cannot be disregarded even if hearts remain distant and calloused.

As I opened the Web one day, the Holy Spirit led me to share my faith. If Psy’s “Gangnam” s ty le and Charice Pempengco’s voice became sensations through the In t e r ne t d r aw ing millions of followers then, the message of Jesus Christ can cause a spiritual revival

through the internet cloud as well. The Bethlehem – Calvary story of the God-Man Jesus Christ can be shared in such a way that the World Wide Web will be used to open the door of faith and save the lost.

Facebook has become a popular social networking site with over one billion users. The site virtually connects people from across the globe. The Lord encouraged me to share His story through Facebook to a family friend working in Abu Dhabi.

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Faced with a failing faith, it is remarkable to see how God’s mighty hand lifts her up just in time.

As we communicated, she commended my brother and I for the hard work we have shown and for landing successful careers after College. But I expressed that it is not profession that offers contentment and no amount of success offers true joy.

Using our conversation as a springboard to talk about Jesus, I shared a passage from John 10:10 which says, “I (Jesus) came so you may have life and live it to the full”.  The things I learned from my EE Training helped me to continue to share the Gospel story to my friend. From this simple springboard, she then gave her life to the Lord and responded to the Gospel.

The world makes us think we have everything we need. Facebook may have succeeded in establishing a wide-reaching social network. “Internet sensations” may have captured the interest of people with catchy lyrics and popular dance steps.

But eventually, the Internet will cease to exist, the songs will fade, and the music will stop playing. Nothing in this world will last forever. Physically, we are all decaying. Spiritually, are you developing or are you being destroyed?

Like my friend who received Jesus in her heart, no one is beyond hope to possess eternal life. In this modern age accompanied by the rise of technology, the Internet is a means through which God communicates with His people leading them out of the slavery of sin. Have you ever wondered how may of them our friends are out there waiting for us to initiate a meaningful conversation?

I now lead my friend to what I call e-quipping, an in-depth study of the Word, still through chatting. This will hopefully bring the people in her life to Jesus as well. With His Spirit leading us on, we can get people involved in discovering more of Him even through e-vangelism. Something powerful happens when people meet to know God.

Now, as the Lord gives me opportunity, I share the Gospel to my friends online. I have regularly seen God setting up divine appointments on the Internet.

As 2 Corinthians 4:15 states, “And as God's grace reaches more and more people, there will be great thanksgiving, and God will receive more and more glory.” Be bold in preaching the gospel. Who knows that approving the pending friend request on your Facebook page might bring salvation to that person within your network? Sharing your faith starts now!

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Do you have a story to tell about your experience in e-vangelism? Share that on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/eepilipinas

Sharing your faith starts now!

“Today and every day, seek to quench your spiritual thirst in Jesus Christ. Spend time with Him in prayer and in His Word. Then share the good news with others so that

they might never thirst again.”

-D. James Kennedy

“I care not where I live, or what hardships I go through, so that I can but gain souls to

Christ.”

- David Brainerd

from www.go-gulf.com

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Explorers Club

Mrs. Melaine Bechayda has been appointed as Coordinator for Explorers Club. Explorers Club is a discipleship material for children who have undergone Hope for Kids Training. Melaine will serve on a part time basis. EE is grateful to Messiah Mission International Ministries (MMIM) who loaned her to us.

(turn to Page 4 for a feature on the Explorers Club)

Implementation Field Workers

EE Philippines is delighted to announce that three Implementation Field Workers have been added into the pool of Field Workers who will serve with EE Philippines.   They are: Vic Alvarez of Zamboanga City; Kenneth Cabanda of Cebu City and Primo

Altamarino Jr. of Antipolo. The newly enlisted IFWs will undergo six weeks of intensive training at the D. James Kennedy International Training Center in Fiji in the South Pacific from April to June.

(photos of new team members on Page 4)

Adopt a Nation Project

EE Philippines has committed to assist EE Vietnam become a stronger EE nation and attain the level as a Multiplying Nation. On March 11- 13, Bishop Ef Tendero, the Chairman of EE Philippines; Dr. Rene Atienza, Vice President for Asia and Rev. Bernard Henson, National Director went to Saigon, Vietnam for the historic first every meeting of the EE Vietnam Board of Directors.

In that meeting, the National Director was appointed.

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Dates Type VenueMarch 23,24,30 H4K New Testament Baptist Church/ Paete Laguna

April 4,5,6 H4K Taytay United Methodist Church / Taytay, Rizal

April 11-13 H4K Faith Christian Assembly of God / Olongapo CityApril 15-17 H4K Ministrial Fellowship / Baras, RizalApril 25-27 EV2 ICBC / Imus, CaviteMay 1-3 EV2 Light of the World Church / Cagayan de Oro CityMay 9-11 H4K Jesus Christ the Living Church /Munoz, Nueva EcijaMay 6-8 H4K Pasig Bible Church/ Pasig CityMay 6-8 H4K CBAP/ Quezon, PalawanMay 16-18 H4K CBAP/ Coron, PalawanMay 29-31 H4K Messiah Mission International Ministry/ Caloocan2n

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Explorers ClubDiscipling the Next Generation

Did you know that for every three human being one is a child under 15 years old?

Did you also know that sixty to eighty percent of the Church’s global resources go to everything but children’s ministries?

These staggering facts and more are steering the hearts of ministries to work together to reach the children with the Gospel.

Explorers Club is a discipleship material made available for EE Int’l by

The Mailbox Club. This partnership seeks to provide Christ-centered discipleship training for children who have gone through the Hope for Kids (H4K).

Composed of 12 lessons, this systematic approach to the basics of Christianity is designed following the principles interactive and relational methods of teaching. Kids will surely enjoy their full color workbooks. And they are given to them for FREE!!!

If interested about the Explorers Club, contact the EE Office or the Field Coordinator in your area.

EE Asia Internship ProgramHave you ever wondered if God were calling you to go into full-time ministry? perhaps here in the Philippines or in another culture?

Evangelism Explosion Asia Internships provide a short-term opportunity to explore and seek God’s will about your future.

The experiences, equipping, ministry, and dedicated prayer provide the context for the Interns to listen to what God will have them do long-term. EE Asia Internships are designed to be very practical and expand participant’s skills, knowledge and trust in God.

Interns are based at the EE Training Centre in Malang Indonesia. They will live in community with each other and some of our Indonesian staff and friends. They will also travel to Bali and assist the local EE ministry. As well, they will interact with EE staff from around the world.

The Internship Program will run from August 4 -31, 2013. Deadline for application is on April 16.

For more information contact the EE National Office or go this website: www.evangelismexplosion.org/internships

Dr. Rene Atienza, Bishop Ef Tendero and Rev. Bernard Henson with the leaders from Vietnam

Evangelism Explosion PhilippinesSuites 214-216 Cityland Pioneer128 Pioneer St., Mandaluyong CityTel. No.: (02) 638-2968 to 69

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