A pre-evangelism effort, recently held in Gogo, Elimbari, Papua New Guinea, in preparation for PNG for Christ, attracted more than 100 attendees each night, including members from multiple denominations, and culminated in baptisms and a series of commitments.

Themed Bible i Tok (“Bible Says”), the event featured Pastor Sam Kepa Waine, district director for Elimbari, as the evening guest speaker. Pastor Waine focused on clarifying biblical truths and addressing common misunderstandings. He emphasized the importance of personal faith, urging attendees to believe in what is written in the Bible.

Morning sessions were led by Minister Kiagi Abel, who conducted a 10 Days of Prayer program, drawing participation from both church members and the wider community.

On Sabbath, Pastor Paul Lipu, ministerial secretary of the Eastern Highlands Simbu Mission of Seventh-day Adventists, led the divine service, culminating in the baptism of a Baptist pastor and his wife, who had attended an Adventist church for the previous seven Sabbaths.

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As a result of the appeals made during the week-long program, many expressed their wish to be baptized. Four members from other Sunday-keeping churches publicly committed during the week, and another 70 individuals answered the appeal after the baptism on Sabbath. The baptisms are expected to take place at the upcoming PNG for Christ event in April.

The original version of this story was posted on the Adventist Record website.