Cultures // South Asian | Reaching Internationals

4. Exploring the Bible with South Asians

by Matt Melton | Nov 6, 2019 | Cultures // South Asian

4. Exploring the Bible with South Asians Increasing numbers of South Asian international students are expressing curiosity about Jesus and the Bible. Praise God! We want to be ready to serve them and help them understand and respond to the good news. But many who are...

6. Resources for Ministry to South Asians

by Matt Melton | Oct 22, 2019 | Cultures // South Asian

6. Resources for Ministry to South Asians Bibles Hindu students may initially prefer paraphrased Bibles due to their narrative approach. While a Bible in the mother tongue may be helpful for some, it is normally not necessary. Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story...

5. Do’s and Don’ts with South Asians

by Matt Melton | Oct 22, 2019 | Cultures // South Asian

DO…serve your friends unconditionally out of love—no strings attached. DO…be respectful and courteous as you learn about your friends’ culture and beliefs. Ask intelligent probing questions. Remember the answers. DO…demonstrate authentic...

3. Connecting South Asians to Jesus

by Matt Melton | Oct 22, 2019 | Cultures // South Asian

3. Connecting South Asians to Jesus Starting Points Pray for your South Asian friends and pray with them. Expect God to answer. When He does, you have an open door to share more about the love and power of Christ. Invite your friends to ask their Creator to reveal...

2. Building Bridges to South Asians

by Matt Melton | Oct 22, 2019 | Cultures // South Asian

2. Building Bridges to South Asians Due to many misperceptions of Christianity, it is unusual for Hindu students to honestly consider the gospel apart from contact with a Christian friend or community. It is within that relational environment that they can understand...

1. South Asian Mindset

by Matt Melton | Oct 22, 2019 | Cultures // South Asian

1. South Asian Mindset Gifted Minds from an Amazing Nation We live at an incredible moment in world history and for the Great Commission. People from everywhere are everywhere. Your doctor, neighbor or co-worker may have been born on the other side of the world. A...