The Adventist Church in West Indonesia (WIUM), in cooperation with Adventist Laymen's Services & Industries (ASI) and Adventist World Radio (AWR), spearheaded an island-wide initiative in Bali, Indonesia. Bali, renowned for its pristine beaches and as a major tourist destination, is also a predominantly Hindu island.
A total of 47 individuals were baptized at the close of the revival meeting, creating a significant impact on the spiritual growth of both the nightly guests and the Adventist church members in the region.
From July 8 to 13, 2024, Adventist churches in Bali collaborated to hold eight simultaneous meetings to share the message of hope and salvation with this territory. The Revival Meeting, also known as Kebaktian Kebangunan Rohani (KKR), was led by speakers from various Adventist organizations and institutions who were passionate about sharing God’s message within the 10/40 window.
“Witnessing individuals who purposed to be here with us and support us in this endeavor is inspiring,” said Pastor Sugih Sitorus, president of WIUM. “This is a strong indication of every member of the church involving themselves to be part of the mission work of sharing the message of truth and love in challenging places,” Sitorus added.
The revival meeting concluded on Friday night with a special session, where over 300 attendees, including guests, gathered. The Sabbath service attracted more than 700 members and guests as Arnel Gabin, vice president of NDR-IEL in the Southern Asia-Pacific region (SSD), delivered a timely message focused on the imminent return of Jesus and the salvation found in Him.
"Everyone is in dire need of hope. As He draws near to fulfilling His promise, I pray that everyone who has heard the message from the Holy Scriptures will find a place in their hearts to accept Jesus and His love," Gabin said.
Adventists in Bali witnessed an encouraging response from attendees and church members. This paves the way for more evangelistic opportunities in the region in the future.
This article was provided by the Southern Asia-Pacific Division website.