Testimonies from the Fields

“I received Christ on February 13, after being in the hospital with no hope. While I was there, Pastor Santillan and Gustavo visited me and gave me a Bible, which I read every day, not knowing the Lord would soon be revealing its meaning to me. One evening, Ramona (Gustavo’s wife) visited me and told me that I needed Christ and that I needed to repent from my sins—and that is what I did! Three days later, I woke up to find my fever had left and the doctors discharged me, by the grace of God. My life changed from that moment on. I believe everyone needs to know about Jesus and seek His forgiveness. Pastor Santillan has helped me to know more about the Lord and to comprehend what the Lord wants from us. We need to be messengers of His word! It is a great blessing for me to have fellowship with brethren, listen to the Word and praise Him for all the things He does during the week. I am struggling with temptation, but this causes me to pray more and do my best, depending on the Lord. I am very thankful to Him for each day I have and for the opportunity to know Him through His word. I was very bad, but He helps me! I am trying to be involved in the ministries of the church for the glory of God. Please pray for those who are spiritually and physically sick and for the brethren of the church.” – Jose Paz

Jose attends Pastor Angel Santillan’s church in Estacíon El Simbolar, Argentina

“My name is Nene Hivas and I am 20 years old. I thank God that it was not too late for me to know Christ personally. I grew up on the street and had to earn a living for myself, otherwise I would starve to death. Life on the streets was cruel at times. I learned to bad things just to live. Neither of my parents cares, so I became hooked to different vices. Life had no meaning or direction until I met Pastor Wao and Pablo. They both shared the good news with me. When I heard the message of salvation from sin, I was silenced. I discovered my religion could not save me; it is only Jesus who can set me free from the bondage of sin. Thanks to God I am free and have joined the fellowship here. Now I am eager to share the good news about salvation with my family members and friends who live on the streets. Please pray for the salvation of my parents.”

Nene attends Pastor Bartolome Wao’s church in Calumpang, Philippines

"I am 16 years old. I remember receiving Jesus Christ as my personal Lord and Savior after hearing God’s word on Easter Sunday. Since then, there have been many changes in my life. I have learned to rely on the Lord for help when I am desperate and in the middle of difficult situations. I also get to share God’s message of salvation with others. It is so wonderful being a child of God and helping others to see Him too. Just as any believer would do, I have devoted my time, effort and strength to be used for the glory of God. My exposure and involvement in church activities have helped me improve my talents and attitude. I have learned to become humble as I deal with other people, especially with those who are younger than I am. I really thank God that He called me in my teen years. The year leading up to my salvation, I was really lost. I thank God it was not too late for me to know Him. Somehow I could sense God was telling me He was the only one to get me out of that situation. Please pray for me, that the Lord will use me mightily in His kingdom. I am involved in many activities and desire to be used in the area of the children’s ministry.” – Rubyann
Rubyann attends Pastor Jose Monares’ church in San Vicente Island, Northern Samar, Philippines