Training Session

Three

Training Session

Three

Meet DiegoMeet Diego

Following in the footsteps of Paul

Following in the footsteps of Paul

p 26-27

Much prayer, much power. Little prayer, little power.

Acts 14:23

Paul and Barnabas appointedelders for them in each church and, with prayer and fasting, committed them to the Lord, in whom they had put their trust.

We must point people to Jesus

2 Corinthians 9:6

“Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will reap generously.”

We must make disciples

What is a disciple?

A lifelong learner and follower of Jesus Christ.

Is there a difference between a believer and a disciple? …………….YES………………

Matthew 28:18-2018Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and

Matthew 28:18-2018Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and

of the Holy Spirit, 20and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."

of the Holy Spirit, 20and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."

Gather the new believers

What is a church?

“Church” = a group of baptized believers having one or more leaders, who gather regularly to grow in obedience to the commands of Christ.

Act 2:42-47 42They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 43Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. 44All the believers were together and had everything in common. 45Selling their possessions.

Act 2:42-47 42They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 43Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. 44All the believers were together and had everything in common. 45Selling their possessions.

and goods, they gave to anyone as he had need. 46Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

and goods, they gave to anyone as he had need. 46Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

Developing leadership

Acts 14:2323Paul and Barnabas appointed elders for them in each church and, with prayer and fasting, committed them to the Lord, in whom they had put their trust.

You are a model….Your presence motivates localbelievers to step out in faith and do ministry.You are a catalyst that God canuse to light a fire in the lives ofyour national partner.

The church multiplies

Everything in the world was created to multiply – Adam and Eve, the beasts of the field, the birds in the air, the fish of the sea and every seed bearing plant.

You are a model….Your presence motivates localbelievers to step out in faith and do ministry.You are a catalyst that God canuse to light a fire in the lives ofyour national partner.

Prayer WalkingPrayer Walking

A personA personof peaceof peace

A person of peace…A person of peace…Luke 10:1-6Luke 10:1-6Whatever house you enter, first Whatever house you enter, first say, ‘peace be to this house’. If say, ‘peace be to this house’. If a person of peace is there your a person of peace is there your peace will rest on him; but if peace will rest on him; but if not, it will return to you. Stay in not, it will return to you. Stay in that house, eating and drinkingthat house, eating and drinking

whatever they give you. Stay in whatever they give you. Stay in that house, eating and drinking that house, eating and drinking whatever they give you, for the whatever they give you, for the worker deserves his wages. Do worker deserves his wages. Do not move around from house to not move around from house to house.house.

A person of peace…A person of peace…

• is open to the gospelis open to the gospel• well known in the communitywell known in the community• is willing to share Christis willing to share Christ• is willing to help usis willing to help us

p 38-39

Culture

•Time•Worship•Praying•Dress •Potty talk•Hand signs•Food•Just try to fit in…

p. 40-42

Count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.

James 1:2-4 p. 40-42

•Foster a spirit of unity

•Look for ways to help

•Avoid being critical

•Submit to authority

•Don’t whine

•Get to know the whole team

p. 40-42

•Don’t make promises

•Don’t talk about money

•Be discreet when pulling out money

•Avoid politics

p. 40-42

•Talk with your translator before going out to witness

•Look at the person you are sharing with, not the translator

•Speak in complete phrases

•Avoid jokes, slang or clichés

p. 43-44

Working with a translator

•Avoid contractions like can’t, won’t

•Avoid reference to American culture

•If your translator does not understand... Don’t shout

•Do smile and be gracious

•Show interest in the people you see, it is OK to ask questions

p. 43-44

Working with a translator (cont)

•Learn a few words in Spanish

•Leave fancy jewelry at home

•Wear simple clothing

•Don’t cringe if you see something strange

p. 43-44

Working with a translator (cont)

p. 48-51

Ready to go?Ready to go?

p. 48-51

Ready to go?Ready to go?

•Do you have your passport?•No visa needed•Up to date tetanus. Medical teamneeds Hep B.•Clothes to take•Gifts for translator, national, cook•Luggage •Carry on

p. 48-51

Ready to go?Ready to go?

•Currency – Ecuador uses US $•Power – same as US•Protect your passport!!!•Calling home•Staying healthy•Staying safe

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