Jean-Pierre Thomas:
“God is on the move… and so is Abokin.”
On February 5, 2025, I had the honor of traveling with Dr. Sampson Twumasi—also known as Pastor Sampson Twumasi—to Accra, Ghana for an Abokin mission trip.
Abokin has been active in recent years, with missions to Ghana, Malawi, and return visits to Kenya. As one brother from Pomona Bethel Seventh-Day Adventist Christian Church put it, “God is on the move.” I’ve often echoed that by saying, “Abokin is on the move,” and a newly trained LayWorker recently shared the same words. As Pastor Twumasi reminds us: “The mission doesn’t stop.”
Evangelism and Training in Anun Apapam
This trip was made possible by a special invitation for Abokin to participate in the West-Central Africa Division Evangelistic Campaign—a great privilege we were eager to be part of.
Upon arrival in Ghana, Pastor Twumasi began preaching in the town of Anun Apapam, about four hours from Accra. The next morning, we launched our LayWorker training program.
Each day began with Pastor Twumasi leading training, followed by my teaching session. This schedule allowed him to rest in preparation for nightly evangelistic meetings. I taught from Heralds of God’s Word, a book that held personal meaning as my father had used it during his ministry.
We also studied the 28 Fundamental Beliefs of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. One of the LayWorkers impressed us by being able to recite all 28 by heart. It was a joy to see such dedication.
Ministry in Action: Visitations and Baptisms
As training progressed, I joined LayWorkers in door-to-door visitations. This ministry extended to shops and public spaces, where I saw LayWorkers reading the Bible with people—living examples of “Amazing Grace.”
By God’s grace, 30 individuals made the decision to be baptized into the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. We thank God for this incredible harvest.
A Legacy of Service
Abokin was co-founded by my father, Professor Lindsay Thomas Jr., and Brother Goodlet, with a mission to train LayWorkers and spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. That legacy continues today. One memorable moment was sitting on a hill with two young Ghanaians, answering questions about God—one of many heartfelt encounters.
Northern Ghana: Continuing the Mission
After wrapping up our work in Anun Apapam, we traveled to Kumasi for a funeral and then headed to Northern Ghana, where poverty and cultural differences present greater challenges. But even there, God’s blessings were evident.
We visited the Professor Lindsay Thomas Jr. Adventist Academy, a school named in my father’s honor, where we distributed clothing donated by Abokin members. Next door stands a Seventh-Day Adventist Church, also bearing my father’s name.
Due to overcrowding at the school, some classes were held in the church building. Thanks to Abokin’s continued support, the church was completed, and two new classrooms were constructed. A later donation allowed for the addition of concrete floors and protective walls—simple but powerful improvements.
Keep Us in Prayer
We ask for your prayers as we continue the work my father and Brother Goodlet began. We remain committed to training LayWorkers and spreading the Gospel to every corner where the Spirit leads.
God is on the move. Abokin is on the move. The mission doesn’t stop.
