Archive for December, 2008

General Facts

Bible Presbyterians are a small but vigorous group of people who seek to maintain a strong connection to our separated, Reformed roots. We also desire to faithfully minister to the Body of Christ and win souls both at home and abroad. Love of missions, evangelism, and sound Bible instruction stir the hearts of our people. The denomination approves two mission boards, two schools, and a publishing arm as independent agencies of the Church.

We believe Reformed doctrine is historic Christianity in its emphasis upon the sovereignty of God and trustworthiness of the Bible. It was the compromise of the truths of Scripture in the early decades of the twentieth century that led to the formation of Bible Presbyterian Church. As theological liberalism moved into Presbyterian seminaries and out into the church, it became fashionable to question or reject fundamental tenets of Christianity such as the inspiration of the Bible, the virgin birth of and deity of Christ, His supernatural works, the atonement on the cross, and even His resurrection from the dead.

We believe that God has raised up this denomination to take a faithful stand for the historic Christian faith and to be a light in the darkening days of compromise and apostasy. The Bible Presbyterian Church adopted the Westminster Standards in its organizing synod held September 6-8, 1938. Year after year the BPC has reaffirmed its belief in the biblical doctrines of historic Christianity that are outlined in the Westminster Confession of Faith and Catechisms.

We are Bible Presbyterians because we believe the Bible is without error in its original text and the only divinely given and trustworthy rule of faith and practice. There are, of course, other denominations that believe the Bible, but we hold faithfulness to Christ and His Word as our primary emphasis.

The Bible Presbyterian Church is unique among American and European Reformed churches, maintaining eschatological liberty while being predominantly an historic premillennial church. We are free to walk under the Presbyterian principle that “God is the Lord of the conscience,” so our local congregations all have a flavor of their own in worship and ministry activities. The Scriptures provide our only regulations when it comes to worship. BP worship is marked by a vibrancy that comes from each communicant bringing his or her own offerings before the Lord with a full heart, within the bounds of the Word of God.

Rev. Khawl Ro Kim and his wife, Mawite, continue to do well in Myanmar. God has blessed the work and
opened many doors to the gospel. The BP Church of Yangon is now two years old. Membership is strong with approximately 30 people attending regularly. Seven churches in the Chin state have formed their own presbytery and keep an affiliation with the BP church. Recently, the BP Church at Thinglei has been formed at the western boarder of Myanmar near India. Please pray for this young church. Pray for Missionary Pazar as he continues to work at the Inlay Mission. The work is moving slowly due to closed doors to living within the village. Missionary Pazar must live in another area and commute to the Mission.. Church planting work at Aung-tha-pyi and Namhu continue.

Pray for the training of the young men ho are working in these churches. Two orphanages continue as a part of the BP ministry in Myanmar caring for 24 children. Five children are at Aungthapyi campus and 19 children at Yangon.

We thank God that Rev. Kim will be attending this year’s PMU Annual Meeting and the 72nd Synod of the
BP Church.

August 25th was the celebration of the second anniversary of the Ladies’ Bible study at the La Paz BPC Church. Twenty-one ladies attended the special program. Pastor Quisbert spoke about a virtuous woman
based on Proverbs 31, where God gives guidelines for how a woman lives. Please pray that the Lord blesses this work.

The church is also reaching out to people who are living on the streets, addicted to alcohol and drugs, by taking a plate of food and the gospel to those who are lost. Pastor Quisbert presents Bible lessons and encourages the memorizing of Scriptures and songs. He writes, “Many of these people are touched by the Word of God and come to repentance. Some of them lift their hands requesting [mercy ]of our Lord. It is [impressive] to see what happens when we preach to these people. Please pray for this work.”

The Awana ministry continues to be a great blessing. 48 children attended the special spring program. Pastor Quisbert thanks the Lord that the children are memorizing the Word of God and learning to sing praises to our God.

Pastors around Bolivia are meeting to pray for the political situation there. We need to uphold our brethren in prayer during this tense political time. More regular supporters are needed for this work in Bolivia. If you are interested in pledging a monthly support or can offer a one time gift, it will be greatly appreciated
and used for this ministry. Please send donations to PMU, marked Quisbert.

Mark Baldwin has begun a new phase in his ministry in Cambodia: teaching English in the new Mission Station. With approximately 20 students attending his various classes, Mark is kept busy. He has chosen the book of Mark as text for students to practice their reading. Three teachers have been attending classes. One is curious about Christianity, and another is Buddhist. Mark finds that most of his students are “doubting Buddhists.” What an opportunity he has for witnessing of the grace of God. Please pray for Mark and his ministry.