P L Thlenga

With over 30 years of ministry experience, Pastor Panglianthlenga Chhakchhuak leads the Tulsa, OK district with deep conviction and unwavering faith. His journey to pastoral service began at the young age of 7, when he experienced a powerful conversion and felt God’s unmistakable touch. From that moment, he dedicated his life to serving the Lord, inspired by a clear calling to become a pastor.

Pastor Chhakchhuak has more than just pastoral experiences, he enjoyed many years of teaching too! He graduated with his Masters in Religion from Andrews University. After working in the field as a pastor for 25 years he went to AIIAS, Philippines earning Ph.D. in Systematic Theology. After doing his doctorate he worked as a professor at Spicer Adventist University for five years until he was called to serve the Zomi people in Tulsa, OK.

Throughout his decades of ministry, Pastor Chhakchhuak has trusted God wholeheartedly, believing that even when challenges arise, God works through every situation for a greater purpose. This unwavering faith has been the cornerstone of his ministry, shaping his approach to leadership and spiritual guidance.

While he was working as pastor in India his main task was revival speaker. He was a radio speaker and Television as well.  He conducted many revival campings. Many were healed physically and many devil possession were driven away by God’s power.

His favorite Bible verse, Psalm 85:6, embodies his passion for revival: “Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you?” It is this spirit of revival that drives his mission to lead others into a living relationship with God and share the Sabbath truth with those seeking a deeper understanding of faith.

In his free time, Pastor Chhakchhuak enjoys reading and working in his garden, where he finds peace and reflection. His favorite food, rice, serves as a simple yet comforting staple in his life, much like his steady commitment to God’s work.

His greatest aspiration in ministry is to be filled with the Holy Spirit, leading unbelievers to embrace the Adventist truth and deepen their relationship with Christ. With a focus on revival and transformation, Pastor Chhakchhuak is dedicated to advancing God’s kingdom and sharing the life-changing power of faith with the world.