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A GREAT HARVEST CONTINUES in the Philippines

Explore the profound message of Matt 9:36-38 as we uncover Jesus' compassionate heart for the lost, urging us to take action in the bountiful harvest. Delve into historical accounts and present-day experiences to understand the essence of being laborers in God's harvest and spreading His invitation to all. Witness the transformative power of faith and the unwavering love of Christ. Join us in carrying out the Great Harvest to save souls and fulfill God's plan. Through sacrifice, compassion, and zealous labor, let us continue the divine work till the end. Experience the growth of Christianity in the Philippines, from Tagaytay City to Cagayan, as we witness the triumphs and challenges in spreading the Gospel. Come, heed the call, and embrace the mission of reaping the abundant harvest in the vineyard of the Lord.

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A GREAT HARVEST CONTINUES in the Philippines

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  1. A GREAT HARVESTCONTINUESin thePhilippines Matt. 9:36-38 [By Ron Halbrook]

  2. Matt. 9:36-38 36But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd. 37 Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few; 38 Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest.

  3. Great Harvest Continues • Introduction 1.Text reveals heart of Jesus • Compassion for lost • Assess task as great challenge • Plan of action: look 1st to God, then labor! 2. What of our heart? 3. Apply text to our work today!

  4. Great Harvest Continues I. The Savior’s Unselfish Love A.Jn. 12:23-33 Sacrificed His Life to Save Our Souls B. Rom. 5:6-10 Reveals His Compassion, Not Our Merit C. Matt. 28:18-20 Laborers Sent by Christ

  5. Great Harvest Continues II. Great Harvest in N.T. Times A.Acts 1:8 God’s Plan: From Jerusalem to Whole World B. Great Jerusalem Harvest • Acts 2:36-41, 47 3,000 Obey • Acts 4:1-4 Persecuted but 5,000 Obeyed • Acts 5:27-29 Jerusalem Filled with Gospel & Christians!

  6. Great Harvest Continues II. Great Harvest in N.T. Times A.Acts 1:8 God’s Plan B. Great Jerusalem Harvest C. Harvest Expands to Gentiles • Acts 9:15-16 Saul converted • Acts 10:1-6, 34-35, 48 Cornelius converted • Acts 11:1-4, 18 Jews convinced D. Acts 13:1-4 Churches, Laborers Committed

  7. Great Harvest Continues III. Laborers Harvest til the End A.1 Cor. 3:6-9 Labor by Faith in God B. Rom. 1:14-17 Labor with Compassion, Zeal, & Faith in the Gospel C. 2 Tim. 2:2 Pray for & Prepare More Laborers

  8. Great Harvest Continues III. Laborers Harvest til the End D. Labor to Extend Christ’s Invitation til the End • Matt. 11:28-30 Jesus invited sinners to come • Acts 2:40-41, 47 1st Christians invited sinners to come • Rev. 22:17 God & His people continue to invite sinners

  9. Great Harvest Continues IV. Great Harvest in Philippines A. Jan. 21- Feb. 16, 2005 • Ron Halbrook, Hebron Ln. church of Christ, Shepherdsville, KY • Justin Monts, Peter’s Creek church of Christ, Glasgow, KY • Harry Osborne, S. Livingston church of Christ, Lutz, FL • Tom O’Neal S. Livingston church of Christ, Lutz, FL • Jonathan Carino, Cip Carpentero

  10. Great Harvest Continues IV. Great Harvest in Philippines B. Tagaytay City, Cavite • Preacher training classes • Survey Bible, How Study Bible, Authority, Undenominational Christianity, Baptism, Worship, Work & Organization of Church, Holy Spirit, Calvinism, Premillennialism, Catholic, Mormon, Jeh. Witness, Armstrong, 7th Day Adventist

  11. Great Harvest Continues IV. Great Harvest in Philippines B. Tagaytay City, Cavite • 8-10 hrs per day • Ben Cruz, Noli Villamor pick 35 men • Bible (center col. references, maps), Bible dictionary, Strong’s concordance

  12. Great Harvest Continues IV. Great Harvest in Philippines C. Codon, Isabela • Domie Jacob

  13. Great Harvest Continues IV. Great Harvest in Philippines D. Tuguegarao, Cagayan • Rody Gumpad • Over 100 churches in region—we preached 20 places • Young men from preacher training classes active • Bert Callang a new man— a new work—Methodist preacher • Corrupt preacher—smoker • From corn field at San Felicitas to “Cornelius’ house” at Allig

  14. Great Harvest Continues IV. Great Harvest in Philippines E. Allasitan, Pamplona, Cagayan • Danny Tiongson • Work with Negritos • Over 600 attended 1st day, 19 baptized

  15. Great Harvest Continues IV. Great Harvest in Philippines F. Ilocos Norte & Ilocos Sur • Mat Sibayan, Sr. & Vic Domingo • Over 100 churches in region

  16. Matt. 9:36-38 36But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd. 37 Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few; 38 Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest.

  17. Great Harvest Continues • Invitation 1. Wandering in darkness of sin, destined for hell? 2. Christ offers salvation based on his sacrifice for our sins. 3. We must receive salvation by faith, repentance, confession, & baptism – be faithful – invite others! 4. Saints in sin can be forgiven

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