My Journal

I thought it was affiliated with GRII. However, this seems to be a different approach. They are doing classes for Universitas Pelita Harapan, a well known and expensive college, according to my wife.

I'm excited and troubled at the same time. 3rd Mill. certainly has great resources. cheap but costly. They have helped Africa a lot, and Russia. Troubled, because I find the great decline of such pursue in the West. Pratt has said so himself. He's even hinted that it's time for the East to rise up to educate the West in Godly matters. Hence, I would not doubt the chief motive behind 3rd Mill. It is perhaps the hardened hearts of the "Western supporters" of 3rd Mill. that I find disheartening.

Below the excerpt of the news:

Although it is not an official Islamic state, Indonesia has the world's largest Muslim population. According to the 2010 Indonesian Census, over 87% of Indonesians identify themselves as Muslim while a mere 7% adhere to Protestant beliefs. With a Christian minority, it is imperative for Christians in Indonesia have a strong knowledge of the scriptures and theology so they are able to explain the beliefs of Christianity to other Indonesians.

With this in mind, Third Millennium Ministries has had an eye toward Indonesia for over year. After many long flights and meetings with key individuals, Third Millennium has finalized their largest distribution partnership to date with Yayasan Pendidkan Pelita Harapan (YPPH). YPPH seeks to deliver education through a Christian worldview to all segments of society to produce competent future leaders who fear God and possess Godly character. YPPH institutions range from preparatory schools to schools that serve underprivileged communities. Regardless of financial standing, the YPPH affiliated schools are the top educational institutions in Indonesia, so parents are eager to send their children there despite their religious beliefs.

 "By God's grace, it was confirmed that Third Millennium Ministries will be playing a significant role in the education of students in Indonesia. Please continue praying as we nail down an implementation plan and time frame. It's an amazing time to be a part of this ministry and God's work here. For those of you who support our ministry, thank you for making it possible," said Executive Director Michael Briggs.

The YPPH affiliated college, Universitas Pelita Harapan, has gotten the approval from the Indonesian government to open a philosophy department under which they will offer theology programs. Third Millennium will be providing the majority of the core curriculum for the theology programs and will heavily influence the other departments in the college. In addition, Third Mill lessons will be a central part of the training required for all those who teach at any of the twenty-seven YPPH affiliated schools. The theology, ethical standards and biblical knowledge from the Third Millennium curriculum will shape these teachers' method of education and, as a result, shape the education of the children of Indonesia. By establishing such a strong presence in Indonesia, Third Mill will have the platform to expand into all of Asia.