Our Ministry and Mission
"... But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD" (Joshua 24:15)
Evangelist David Karunakar & Lavanya Rekha
Evangelist David Karunakar and his wife Lavanya Rekha serve passionately among poor, street, and juvenile children across India. They dedicate their lives to teaching and helping young souls memorize and live out the Word of God.
God's Grace in David's Life
βBut God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise: and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty:β- 1 Corinthians 1:27
Calling & Theological Education
Saved on Nov 3, 1997 at age 11. Called to full-time ministry, entered Bible College at age 14. Earned Bachelor of Theology (B.Th) from Hindustan Bible College & Master of Divinity (M.Div) from Madras Theological College, Chennai.
Scripture Memorization Milestone
Memorized over 1,000 Scriptures across all 66 books of the Bible and all 22 chapters of Revelation! Inspired by his father, Pastor Gali (5,000 verses memorized).
Outreach & Field Ministries
Active in street preaching, village outreach, children's ministry, church teaching, prison visitation, literature publishing, and television broadcasting across India.
Marriage & Family Blessing
Married Lavanya in 2007, who is gifted in singing ministry. Blessed with three wonderful children: Israel, Jessica, and Joseph.
Publications & Preaching Platforms
Authored Books
David has written 3 core spiritual booklets:
- π Meaningful Prayer β Praying According to the Word of God
- π Meaningful Worship β Worshipping According to the Word of God
- π Animals & Birds of the Bible β 30 Lessons for Kids
Also authored the Gospel Tract "Jesus is Coming in the Clouds", distributed free of cost worldwide.
Wonders of the Word
David leads a dedicated preaching and teaching ministry called "Wonders of the Word". He travels extensively upon invitation to preach God's Word in Gospel Crusades, Healing Meetings, Conferences, and Churches.
Blindfolded Memory Verse Recitations
Watch videos of David reciting long passages of memory verses blindfolded, recorded for the Glory of God and to inspire others to store God's Word in their hearts:
Watch Recitation VideosThe Karunakar Family
βAnd I am sure that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.β (Philippians 1:6)