God’s Great Faithfulness to a Drug Addict (PART 1)

God’s Great Faithfulness to a Drug Addict (PART 1)

My Childhood I am Tony de la Paz. I am the youngest among 5 siblings, and I grew up in a normal family set-up. My mother was a devoted homemaker, while my father was a colonel in the army. He was a good provider, had no vices, and was very religious. I admired my...
From Gang Leader to God’s Servant

From Gang Leader to God’s Servant

A Rough Childhood I grew up and lived in Tondo, a place full of delinquency and trouble. Every night, I drank with my gang, and we always got into trouble. My father often beat me up whenever he was drunk; also, he quarreled with my mother. Eventually, I was tired of...
Obeying God’s Call to China — PART 2

Obeying God’s Call to China — PART 2

By Bham and Wamie As told to Amber Salud PART 2 Preparing for the Great Move Wammie resigned from her job despite the clear restraint from her manager. Together, Bham and Wamie sold all their belongings. While the news about the move did not sit well with Wamie’s...
Obeying God’s Call to China — PART 2

Obeying God’s Call to China — PART 1

By Bham and Wamie As told to Amber Salud PART 1 Life Before China Bham and Wamie lived a pretty stable life in Cavite. Bham worked in a huge export zone while Wamie worked in a bank. Both of them were involved and serving in church. Bham was also a part of the worship...
Another Chance to Live

Another Chance to Live

A Supernatural Encounter After Heartbreak When I was 17 years old, God called me to be a pastor. But I didn’t want that calling; I was afraid of the difficulties a calling like that could have.  Even though I grew up in a Christian family, I tried to run away from...
Something Changed

Something Changed

Editor: This article has been adapted from the chapter, “Something Changed” by Sara G. Willougby in her book for teenagers, He’s Making Diamonds: A Teen’s Thoughts on Chronic Illness. At 14 years old, Sara experienced Lyme Disease¹, which is an illness caused by...