unScripted EP 7 | A Quarter Million Baptisms: Is this Revival Real?
14 Mar 2026
Almost a quarter million people baptized in Papua New Guinea—does that even happen anymore? In episode 7 of unScripted, Shawn Boonstra shares powerful stories straight from PNG, including lay elder Sam Devo's journey leading to over 1,000 baptisms in one local area through simple Discovery Bible Studies, free breakfasts, picture rolls for the illiterate, and real relationship-building.
We also reflect on Mother Teresa's example of dignity through humble service (cleaning toilets first!), the power of human touch in evangelism, and why self-sacrifice—not talent—drives real growth in God's church.
Whether you're inspired to start a small group, rethink how we reach people, or just need encouragement that the three angels' messages are still moving the world—this episode is for you.
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro & PNG Baptism Numbers
2:00 - Justin on the Global Mission of Adventist Review
8:00 - Mother Teresa's Lesson on Dignity
12:00 - Shawn's PNG Report: Sam Devo's Story
15:00 - Discovery Bible Studies in Action
22:00 - Accepting People As They Are → Transformation
28:00 - Challenges & Church Growth
32:00 - Lessons for the World Church
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