Agron Zefi is an elder in his local church in Albania.
When did you trust Christ?
I converted to Christianity in 1996 when I was a teenager. I was invited to attend a Christian conference, and the preacher talked about how awful sin is to God. It was as if the whole message was meant for me because I was such a sinner. Afterwards, God showed me from His Word that Jesus' sacrifice on the cross was the only way to be forgiven and receive spiritual rebirth. I bowed my head and accepted in prayer that I was a sinner and that I was worthy of God's eternal wrath. I accepted that Christ took my place and asked Him to be my Saviour. I asked Him to forgive me and to give me a new life as He promised in His Word.
What have been the defining moments of your Christian walk?
There have been many specific people and moments that have defined my progress as a Christian. These include reading my Bible, long and deep discipleship meetings with my pastor, attending two years of a theological school, preaching in my church, and participating in the youth ministry in my church.
What do you hope to gain from participating?
It is a special blessing to participate in the Forum. I benefit from the preaching and teaching tools and techniques I learn there. Through these experiences, I hope to be better equipped for my ministry. By being part of the Forum, I am also renewed spiritually, more motivated for the work ahead, inspired by the Word of God, and receive new energy for my ministry journey.
What is your ministry?
I am involved in different ministries. I serve as an elder in my church. I also teach the Bible, mentor, disciple, and encourage. Lastly, I serve with Afghan refugees in Shengjin, Albania.
What is your leadership role or what were your past leadership roles?
I have led children's and youth ministries in my church for several years, as well as worship. This has been a period of transformation.
Why should someone invest in your ministry?
I am a person who wants to serve and bless others in the same way that I have been blessed. I am teachable, humble, and faithful to my teachers and my Lord.
