The vision for Ebenezer Valley Institute of Theology (EVIT) began in March 2005, when I first heard about the Emmaus ministry while serving in the mission field at New Bangaigaon, Assam. From that moment, I developed a deep desire to study God’s Word through Emmaus systematic Bible courses. Exactly ten years later, in March 2015, by God’s sovereign plan, I was placed in the Emmaus ministry to take His Word to Telugu believers across Andhra and Telangana.

Under the gracious guidance of our National Coordinator, Brother K.C. Jacob (Bangalore), and the spiritual leadership of Brother V.Sambob, along with the cooperation of our Telugu Emmaus team, the ministry expanded to many assemblies. Numerous believers joined and benefited from these courses to study God’s Word systematically. A key milestone came in October 2016, when our International Director, Brother Jim Fleming, visited Ebenezer Valley—his visit played a vital role in strengthening and advancing the Emmaus work among Telugu-speaking believers.

As believers’ interest in systematic Bible study continued to grow, we began establishing assembly-based study centers for structured learning. Witnessing their zeal for God’s Word, the Lord burdened my heart to equip them through regular Bible classes. In March 2020, EABS Director Brother Sam K. John visited Ebenezer Valley and conducted the E2S (Equipped to Serve) seminar for the new generation of workers. During that time, I shared the growing need for theological training among believers, which inspired and encouraged him greatly. The Emmaus Board, in association with EABS, approved the start of regular Bible courses under the name “Ebenezer Valley Institute of Theology (EVIT)”, a ministry of Jerusalem Christian Assembly, Vijayawada.

EVIT was inaugurated on 10th December 2020 and began classes on 4th January 2021. We thank God for His faithfulness and humbly request your prayers for the continued growth and spiritual impact of Ebenezer Valley Institute of Theology.

Sincerely in His service,
Joseph Sikha