Philippines Journal 2007 #14

Zach Taylor, a sophomore Biology major from Montana, gave the devotional at the Field School today, and Zdravko lectured on “Cross Cultural Evangelism.” After the lecture there was quite a stimulating discussion on cultural issues, the wedding ring in particular. They will not forget an incident where a GC couple refused to take off their wedding ring while they were speaking for a Convention at Mountain View College back in 1997 -- even though they were told that many of the lay members were offended by it.

Following the Field School the neighbours invited some of us over to have coconut water and a drink in which the coconut water was mixed with evaporated milk and the jelly of the young coconut. Then they took us out to show us how to climb a coconut tree. Of course I have seen people climb all my life. But I don’t climb. I have a phobia for heights. So I won’t blame you if you snicker at the photo of me on the tree! -- This is not me, however! NO WAY!!

My “Seminars” on Hope, Health, and Happiness, are not only meant for bringing hope, well-being, and joy to the attendees, but also serves as a practicum of the Field School. The Appeal is one of those practicum illustrators. I vary it; and experiment with various cultures to see what works best. Of course, I believe that all methods work to some degree or the other, because we all have different personalities and respond to varied stimuli. Tonight before I begun I told the audience that I will not be making an altar call, nor asking anyone to stand. Instead we will be handing out decision card with the specific questions as to their desire to become part of the Movement that I represent. (My topic was “The Seven great Religious Movements” beginning with Adam – God’s people falling, and God raising up a people to bring them back to Him. We are part of the final Movement.) One hundred and four persons signed the decision cards positively! I was happily surprised at the variety of age groups and denominations. Again we had a good attendance, and God blessed.