PTR. GINALYN SANCHEZ
Frankfurt am Main
“Mercy unto you, and peace, and love, be multiplied.” (Jude 1:2)
What is written in the bible in 1 John 5:13-15 is true, that the Lord answers prayers according to His will.
On December 15, 1987 when I accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior, one of my prayers was for my father, mother and only brother to know Jesus Christ. That didn’t happen suddenly or easily but I held on to God’s word in Acts 16:31 that says, “And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.” I strongly believe that before my parents died or at least before their last breath here on earth they accepted Jesus Christ as their Saviour.
It is different in my brother’s case because the answer to my prayer took quite a long time. When we lost our parents, he lived alone by himself and then a tragedy struck him. He was arrested for illegal drugs and even if no evidence was found in his possession, he was imprisoned in our town’s jail for two years. There were two cases filed against him and one of the cases wasn’t bailable.
It was during his imprisonment that I believe a seed of God’s word was planted on my brother’s life. There were pastors and church workers who frequently visit the town jail. And in those times my brother received a lot of favours. When he shared to me his different experiences I knew in my heart that these are God’s ways for my brother to find the way to Him.
In November 2018, I decided to fly home because court proceedings are delayed and I wanted to attend to his situation personally and hopefully put an end to this chapter in my bother’s life. My cousin helped me and the supposed to be big amount of money needed for his release turned out to be only 20k pesos. I thought then that all would be well when he is a free man again. However, we heard that if he stays in our hometown he may be involved in drugs again or he may end up being salvaged or killed by persons engaged in the illegal drug business. I was very worried for his safety so I finally decided to bring him to our central church in Quezon City hoping he can work there, but unfortunately there were no job opportunities that time. It’s a blessing that one pastor introduced him to one church member who is an architect and has an ongoing project nearby. And there my brother was able to nurture the seed that was planted to him. He became active in the ministry and was able to bring lost souls to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.
Another challenge came when the project ended after one year and he became jobless again and away from the ministry, transferring from one place to another. I became worried of his situation thinking of ways on how I would be able to help my brother. I asked the help of my former disciple. He is like a son to me when I was still a pastor in the central church. So from Bulacan, my brother needed to move to Makati and faced several uncertainties like a new place to live, whether he will get the job or not, and if accepted will he be able to perform well. Too many questions that we do not have answers... but God has. Everything went well.
Even if he cannot attend the Sunday service because of work, I strongly discern from our conversations that his faith with the Lord is getting deeper. He believes that it’s only God who is worthy to be worshipped and to be praised.
That was indeed a long process, but I encourage you not to get tired and weary in your prayers for the salvation of your family and loved ones however long it takes, because our God truly answers prayers according to His will and His perfect timing.
I am very grateful to the Lord. He taught me so many things during this whole journey... as a sister, a pastor and a worker in God’s vineyard.
To God be the highest praises and glory.
VERNETTE GARCIA
Wiesbaden
Joy to the world
The Lord has come;
It sounds ordinary to some
But for us Christians, it is as sweet
as a plum.
Knowing You Jesus, is awesome
Believers, we have become;
You saved us from where we came from
Because You are the great “I am”.
I cannot imagine what a world it would be
If not for The Father who gave
His Son freely;
I pray one day everyone would confess
“O my God... You complete me!”.
If you cannot find a life partner
Do not be sad or bitter
Remember, only with God there is forever;
And I tell you, it is not only a promise
of a happy ever after
But it is eternally glorious, in the life after.
Life is bitter, life is sweet
Yesterday was downbeat
and today is defeat
Problems tear us bit by bit;
But in any tribulation don't quit,
Rejoice! because we are never alone in it.
Just one testimony of God’s faithfulness
I want to share it with eagerness
To fill our lives with gladness
And encourage you, to also share yours
with boldness.
My nephew’s daughter was inflicted
with kawasaki disease
I have no idea what it is,
‘just sounds like japanese
Then I learned it is fatal, when i asked
Google whiz
It targets the heart, that is the big risk.
Expensive treatment & the child’s life
is at risk
In a moment Iwas in distress
I cried to God, then i had peace;
Awesome is our God!
Her life is saved, and with a Zero bill!
Unbelievable? No! With God,
everything is for real!
When we are in troubles,
do not be overruled by fright
Never rely on our might;
Just believe and ask for God’s light
Because we are never away in His sight
And our battle is His fight.
Our faith we should ignite
Because He makes everything right;
In His presence we should delight
And make ourselves worthy in His sight.
When we celebrate Christmas
Remember, it's not about us
But it's about the one who was born
And who died for us.
So come on curch, let us all
light up the world with God's word!
After all, He is our Saviour,
and He is our Lord!
Merry Christmas, everyone!
In our lives, let us make Jesus
our Number One.
DR: KATHY LOOS
Limburg
God has been continuously faithful to me and my family throughout the years. And I am very thankful
to God for the many areas of my life which include "the ups & downs". Things aren´t exactly perfect
but I know I can rely on Him to be always there for comfort, guidance & love. What I and my
husband achieved, attained & accomplished here in Germany and for what we have and are right
now, we owe it all to no other than God alone. He has given me a full set of tools to work with. I
always keep on repeating this: "Without God we would not have made it to where we are today".
Last year, God has given us a precious gift and that´s our one and only daughter Khelsey Louise, who
just truned 1 last March 22, 2017. Maybe many of you wondered why I said "one & only". After
giving birth normally, I had “Uterusatonie” (Uterine Atony) – meaning after birth the uterus normally
closes by itself but in my case it didn´t. I lost tons & tons of blood. One of the OB GYNEs put her fist
inside my vagina in order to stop the bleeding temporarily, then I was rushed to the Operating Room.
The operation lasted for 5 hours because the doctors were trying to save my uterus, but then my
hemoglobin was dropping down and a total of 20 bags of blood was being transfused to me. The
doctors and of course with the consent of my husband decided to remove my uterus.
During the operation, the chief doctor told my husband that his wife is in a critical condition due to
massive blood lost. My husband, despite being an ICU doctor who is always dealing with patients in
critical conditions, said that it was a lot different when it’s a family member who is in a critical state.
He doesn´t know what to do nor how to accept the situation. He called my mom and they both cried
& prayed together for my recovery.
After the operation as I was unconciously lying at the ICU, I suddenly heard the voice of my husband
whispering to my ear, "Schatz be strong, Khelsey & I need you". I immediately woke up, shocked and
in panic because I can´t swallow nor speak due to the tube inside my throat. When the nurse
removed the tube, I was able to calm down and with teary eyes, my husband told me everything that
happened.
The Chief OB Gyne said that what I have experienced was really a tough one and normally the
mortality rate of survival is only 1%. God SAVED my LIFE. He gave me a second chance. I can say
that I am a living miracle of what God can do. Now I am enjoying every bit of being a mom.
I want to tell you, be encouraged knowing that God is working everything together for our good,
know that what He has done for one, He will do for another. Remember that the father knows
everything we need and He is faithful & just to provide it. The Lord had provided me in all aspects of
my life and the fact that I am alive today, God I give you all the glory!
MISHELL CAPULSO
Wiesbaden
My father was diagnosed with an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) - an enlarged area in the lower part of the aorta, the major blood vessel that supplies blood to the body. Because the aorta is the body's main supplier of blood, a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm can cause life-threatening bleeding. So the doctors at the Heart Center recommended an immediate operation since my father's case was rare, it's already big & has "widely spread", affecting other organs that the OP may take 12+ hours.
Aside from fear of the risky operation money matter is also one of the mind-blowing concerns, considering that medical expenses in the Philippines are really horrendously expensive, quotes are reaching the roofs... 2-3-4M pesos.
But how faithful our God is!!! His promise of healing is evident, now my father has completely recovered. How amazing His ways are!!! Medical cost miraculously went down and God touched the hearts of people who can help us settle the bill. My heartfelt gratitude for all your prayers... indeed Faith can move mountains. To God be all the glory!
LILY AGBAYANI
Frankfurt am Main
Years back i was so depressed when my boyfriend left me… pregnant, hurting, confused and financially broke, with no legal papers to stay in Germany to add to all my worries. But i thank God for the strength and my fellow believers at JCSGO for their support in prayers so I can go on with my life, because I was then dispirited and emotionally down. Then one day, when I was already six months pregnant, I was surprised to see my boyfriend again. He promised to help me and he stayed with me since then. Now we have two kids and praise God that He blessed me with a 5-year staying permit in Germany. God is so good, nothing is impossible in Him. He never leaves me nor forsakes me. So to all of you, brothers & sisters in the Lord, never give up but continue trusting God.
CORAZON WILLAND
Mainhausen
Before I became a member of this church, I had a lot of challenges and difficulties in life. I became the breadwinner in the family as I feel that my mother gave me that big responsibility as a penalty for being pregnant at an early age. She didn’t treat me well. Modesty aside, I’ve been good to my family, trying my best to give them all the things they need. We had some problems and trials but I considered them as God’s challenges of how strong my faith is. I became sick and had a “Bandscheiben OP”, ‘was very afraid of what will happen to me because a lot of patients with the same operation had severe side effects, but praise God I had a successful operation and is now healed completely. My ill feeling and resentment towards my mother affected me emotionally and mentally but then God made me realized that unforgiveness is a hindrance for His blessings. And with God’s grace I was able to forgive my mother. God is so wonderful. He gave me JCSGO as a channel of His blessings and as my faith in Him grows, me and my family enjoy His blessings. Thank you, Lord! Without You, I am not where I am now. Let us praise God for whatever challenges He will give us because He is always there to give us strength. And I hope that in every blessing that we enjoy, God is a part of it.
JENNIFER SIMON
Mainhausen
I want to testify that God is really alive in my life. God is really faithful. I rejoice in all the challenges that come my way because God’s continued faithfulness is always visible and the strength He gives me is immeasurable. Prayers are very strong. It is not easy to raise five children with different behaviors and tantrums so I really need extra energy and maybe a “super power”, and where else should I seek refuge but from God, my ever-present help in times of need.
MARITES CUTANDA
Zellhausen
God is good and He is faithful. I needed a very huge amount of money for the installation of a new heater at home. Where else should I run to when I know that what is impossible to men is possible to my God? And as I believe His word in Philippians 4:19, the Lord answered my prayer. He is always true to His promise… “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
LUISITA BERNALES
Mainz
I am a widow with two sons. I thank God for the strength because in whatever situation I am in, He never leaves me nor forsakes me. I thank JCSGO for leading me to knowing Jesus more and more. I don’t have any other family in Germany but God is always with me and He is the protector of widows (Psalm 68:5).
EROLLE GARCIA
Frankfurt am Main
I and my husband decided to transfer from Hamburg to Frankfurt without any assurance of what that decision would bring us, we just have our faith in God as a weapon. I prayed that in God’s will we could land a job in Frankfurt before our savings run out. It is just so amazing that after two months, my husband already works in a hotel and I myself, found a job at the airport. Thank you, Lord!
FELINA BUCAD
Frankfurt am Main
I want to testify that if you follow our Lord Jesus Christ, blessings will surely come your way. Prayers and faith in Him help me overcome a lot of trials in my life and as I follow God's commandments, I am blessed financially, I am healthy and I want to declare "I am beautiful in the Lord!"