Testimonies from the Fields

Testimony of Cecilia (14)
“ I received Christ after hearing the gospel at church. At first I was a very carnal believer, but now I try to please the Lord in everything that I do. I have a daily devotional time and am always trying to win someone for Him. The pastor has helped me out a lot. I believe my life would be a serious disaster if it weren’t for Pastor Santillan. He was always praying for me and speaking to me about following Christ. I have also made many friends at church who help me in my spiritual walk and help me in making wise decisions. My biggest struggle is my family. Although they know who the Lord is, they do not live like the Lord wants.

At times it is hard for me to continue ahead because I don’t feel their support in each step that I take. I am very thankful to the Lord—during the time that I was far away from Him, I realized that the world is an uncomfortable, stifling, dark place. But, by His divine love I can say that I live a life of grace. I am active in serving the Lord by hosting a small group in my house. I am also involved in the Bible club at church. I would like you to be in prayer for my family, especially for my dad who is the head of the home. He is separated from God and everything in my house is bad because the Lord is not the priority. I also ask you to pray for the salvation of my grandparents and for my spiritual growth."
Pastor Angel Santillan, Argentina

Maritess Liedo
“ I am Maritess Liedo. I have been a Christian for quite some time now, but I know I am still immature. My husband, Sonny Liedo, is also a Christian and just like me, he is immature too. Some called us backsliders, because we were not obedient to the word of God and often skipped church to work. My husband and I were always quarreling. Our five children were affected, but we ignored them. I pretended that everything was fine, but inside I was miserable. Our pastor and the church members continued to visit us and pray for us. Now I am thanking God, because I know He still loves us. Through their prayers and consistent follow-up, the Lord spoke to us. We are now back in the fellowship and are spending time in God’s word. Praise the Lord! Please pray that the Lord will strengthen our faith as we desire to grow in His word.”
Pastor Manolo Beronio, Mabitac, Laguna, Philippines

Reynaldo and Maricel Cusi
Give praise to God for His work in the family of Reynaldo and Maricel Cusi. Reynaldo and Maricel have seven children and a niece and nephew who live with them. Reynaldo is a fisherman; the children who are old enough help him in this work. Maricel is a housewife. The first time we visited them, we shared the gospel and they responded positively to the word of God. In fact, they were delighted that we visited them and told us to come back another time so that they could gather their whole family. The second time we came, the whole family received Jesus in their lives. We now have a Bible study in their home every Saturday. This is helping their family grow in the Christian faith and they are increasing in the knowledge of God’s word. Please pray that this Bible study will continue and that the Cusi family will grow spiritually. Pray that they will be able to attend our Sunday services. – Pastor Ely Asebuque
Pastor Ely Asebuque, Aroroy, Masbate, Philippines