Testimonies from the Fields

“I came to know the Lord through the wife of Pastor Jason. Omega teaches the children near the port where my family and I live. I attended the children’s outreach one day because I was very interested in the stories she tells. Afterwards, I asked her if I could help her in some way and she said yes. Omega invited me to attend the youth fellowship and so one Sunday afternoon, I went. There were many first-timers there so Omega shared the gospel with us. I began to believe that God’s love for me is so great because I am truly a sinner. I have committed so many sins in my lifetime. I used to fight with my mother so much and I knew it was wrong. It was that afternoon I received Christ into my life. I am now going to church every Sunday and help Omega at the children’s outreach every Saturday. I am so thankful and blessed that my whole family now believes in the Lord Jesus Christ and is faithfully serving Him. God truly is good and I give Him all the glory and honor!” – Elsie Lapuz

Elsie attends Pastor Jason Magalona’s church in Umapad, Philippines

Michael Saga has been changed by the Lord and is turning out to be a faithful leader in the church. I remember how hard his heart was before he came to know Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, and how he opposed his mother and wife in the faith. It is so encouraging to see how the Lord is teaching him to be a good follower and obedient to His word. Now Michael faithfully leads his family and they are active participants of the body. He always supports me in the planning and execution of the programs that are necessary for our growth. He also uses his computer skills to help further the church’s progress. It is my prayer God will continue to strengthen him and his family in their daily walks with the Lord and that God will continually use him and his family in the advancement of the work in this area.

– Pastor Noel Agorilla, Antipolo City, Philippines

The native Mangyan youth have come to love and anticipate our summer youth camp, which was held last month. They enjoy the activities and the word of God. This year 20 youth confessed Christ and two young men gave their lives to full-time ministry. There were 128 Mangyan participants in all and 34 lowland youth. I was very happy with the outcome of the camp and praise God for giving us 20 young people to disciple and two full-time workers for the coming year. To God be the glory.

Our leadership training was not my primary focus this past month because of all the activities. However, those who are being trained were active participants in the aforementioned activity. This really solidified our relationships, having worked together for the good of the young people. The Lord has really given us an open door to every chief of every barangay in this area. These chiefs are beginning to see the positive impact the word of God has in the lives of the youth, in particular, and they are very grateful for it.

– Pastor Danilo Macuha, Mindoro, Philippines