Testimonies from the Fields

“I would like to share with you how God has changed my life. Before I received Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior, I thought my life would be great. I grew up in a Christian family and have been attending the Sunday services, DVBS, Sunday school and youth camps. Yes! I always had much fun attending these Christian activities but there was something missing. My Sunday school teacher taught us about salvation and that was when I understood. Since that day, I have learned to appreciate, love, be humbled and contented in all things. God has been teaching me so many things. He is the reason for my existence and I know God has a great purpose for my being in this world. I am so grateful and privileged for the talents He has given me. I am teaching kids and am involved in a mission organization called Operation Mobilization Philippines. Without God, I can do nothing. Because of His grace, courage and strength I have learned how to handle the young teens well. I received the opportunity to be a part of the praise and worship team and am now leading. God is just so good to me. He is slowly revealing great things that glorify Him. This is my prayer—that God will continue to use me and guide me in whatever or wherever He wants. I pray for wisdom, strength, courage and guidance so I will be able to pursue the ministry. All things are possible with God. How good it is to give praise to Him. His love is beyond measure. He is indeed great, awesome, unshakeable, unchangeable, powerful, mighty and He deserves all glory, praises and thanksgiving.” – Johannah Joy

Johannah attends Pastor Fidel Batiancila’s church in Tisa, Philippines

Mrs. Daisy Pacana is married with one daughter and one son. She belongs to a Roman Catholic family, but her mother was converted and became born again. When her mother became ill with colon cancer, Daisy brought her to a hospital in Cebu City. Her mother wanted to come to a Christian church during her hospital stay, and so Daisy brought her to us. Her mother stayed for many months and came to church Sunday after Sunday. When her physical condition improved, she went back to Samar. We thought Daisy would not return to us since her mother was no longer here. But to our surprise, Daisy continued to attend church and later received the Lord Jesus Christ! Her husband was amazed. He did not expect this. Daisy is very happy in her new life in the Lord. He answered her prayer for a job and she now works as a clerk in a veterinary hospital. Please pray for her spiritual growth and for her husband’s salvation.

- Pastor Junery Berden, Labangon, Cebu, Philippines

"I am 18 years old and the oldest of three. My father works as a part-time welder and my mother is a housewife. She takes good care of us. I first heard the word of God in August 2009 through Pastor Casuga. I attended a worship service one Sunday morning in their newly built church which is near my home. As I was listening to him, I started examining myself and realized I was doing many things which were not pleasing in the eyes of God. I felt ashamed of myself. I wanted to be changed. I also longed to study the word of God more. That’s why I did not hesitate to accept Pastor Casuga’s invitation to join a Bible study. Through it, I have learned more about the word of God. I received Him as my Lord and Savior. Being a Christian is not easy, especially as a teenager. There are many times when I am persecuted by my peers. But I thank God for the strength He continues to give me. I also thank Him for giving me the courage and boldness to share His word with my fellow classmates despite what I face. I am glad God is not letting His word return void. As of now, I have three classmates who are attending Bible study. I pray there will be more to join us. Glory to His name!” – Joan Toribio

Joan attends Pastor Daniel Casuga’s church in Purok 2, Philippines