The fact that there’s this much of a hunger for strong preaching in South America tells us that the Spirit of God is at work. This region has long been trampled underfoot by the lies of Roman Catholicism and the prosperity gospel, but God is awakening this region with an appetite for the truth.
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20 Years in Germany—And Still Reforming
EBTC has just recently celebrated 20 years of ministry in Europe—and in God’s grace, they’re not done yet!
As we’ve now witnessed the 504th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation (October 31st), it’s a joy to see how God’s hand is still hard at work to reform His people.
Much of Europe has grown cold to Christ, but EBTC is an exception. They’re grounded in the doctrines of grace that ignited the Reformation, and they stand on the same German soil as men like Martin Luther before them, carrying the same ambition: “Train Jesus’ disciples for life and Church ministry.”
Read Brothers Like Books – An Update from the Middle East
Honestly, by looking in their eyes and watching their lives, I could feel and see the changes that training made in their lives. All this was the push that led me to join [TMAI]; now I am also experiencing the blessings of better understanding God’s word.
“That’s Why You’re There”
The events of the past year have posed new challenges to all of TMAI’s schools around the world. But in the difficulties, the Lord has been faithful to open doors for gospel ministry. Today we want to give you a snapshot of how He’s been working through our training center in Italy during these extraordinary times.
New Gospel Opportunities in Italy
The events of the past year have posed new challenges to all of TMAI’s schools around the world. But in the difficulties, the Lord has been faithful to open doors for gospel ministry. Today we want to give you a snapshot of how He’s been working through our training center in Italy during these extraordinary times.
Expository Preaching in the Philippines
“When preparing and preaching, my greatest fear is that I might mishandle God’s Word,” says Freddy. “I fear that I might misrepresent Him or misinterpret His Word; fear that I would be giving the people a wrong view of God, a wrong view of His work, and a wrong view of His character—and maybe even a false hope of salvation.”
Preaching “As a Dying Man to Dying Men”
The English Puritan Richard Baxter wasn’t the only preacher who has been compelled by a keen sense of the brevity of life and the urgency of the gospel message. In South Africa, Pastor Raj also knew what it meant to preach “as a dying man to dying men.”
A Student’s “Thank You” from Croatia
“Thank you for your generosity, through which you have had a direct impact on God’s work in Croatia—and on individuals like me. Your prayers and gifts enable the training of many and produce valuable resources for the church. Your sacrifice makes it possible for us to be better equipped in handling God’s Word.”
Freedom in Chains: A Snapshot of Gospel Work in Spain
“If criminals in jail can be saved, Spaniards who live in freedom—but are equally enslaved to sin—can also be saved. We ought to preach Christ crucified to a dying nation, because it is the power of God for salvation.”
Expository Preaching in Honduras
Hiloy belongs to one of the last indigenous tribes in Honduras. Hailing from a small village that’s inaccessible by roads, he pastors a church in his tribe’s native dialect. By supporting TMAI, you’re ministering in a tangible way to expositors like Hiloy—and to their entire congregations.
Not for Prestige, but for Pastoral Faithfulness
The Master’s Academy International takes seriously the call to equip pastor-teachers for the work of the ministry. Our training centers aren’t satisfied with mere academic excellence; TMAI is intent on producing biblically qualified, godly pastors. Maxwell’s story is just one example of what this priority looks like in action.
In Honduras: Does Baptism Make You Right with God?
In a culture where Catholicism is a pervasive influence, many people imagine that being baptized is something you do in order to become right with God.
From China to Germany: Tianyu’s Testimony
Born in China in the 1970s, Tianyu grew up heavily influenced by Marxism, Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism, and other traditional folk beliefs. It wasn’t until the age of twenty-five, when he came to Germany to study, that he first came into contact with believers in Jesus Christ.
TMAI Distinctive #6: LONGEVITY
What sets The Master’s Academy International apart? We think there are at least six elements that make this ministry model distinct. This time, we’re talking about distinctive #6: Longevity.
TMAI Distinctive #5: MATURITY
What sets The Master’s Academy International apart? We think there are at least six elements that make this ministry model distinct. Today we’re focused on distinctive #5: Maturity.
TMAI Distinctive #4: IMPACT
What sets The Master’s Academy International apart? We think there are at least six elements that make this ministry model distinct. This time, we’re talking about distinctive #4: Indigenous church leaders’ unique potential for impact.
TMAI Distinctive #3: PRESENCE
What sets The Master’s Academy International apart? We think there are at least six elements that make this ministry model distinct. This time, we’re talking about distinctive #3: full-time presence—our commitment to theological education and life-on-life discipleship in the context of the local church.
The Word of God Is Not Bound
Every month, Cyprian crosses the border from Zimbabwe into South Africa. Why? To pursue biblical training at TMAI for the sake of the local church he shepherds. His monthly route is fraught with challenges, but “a real leader,” he says, “follows Christ no matter the cost.” Find out how you can be praying for Cyprian—and the other faithful leaders studying at TMAI’s school in South Africa.
