Tag Archives: Outreach

Sometimes the Lord allows trials so that men can see His goodness. Sometimes a tragedy becomes an opportunity to reach out to those who are hurting. Just a few days ago a fire destroyed the homes of 50 families in our area. Several children in our church were left without a house. Thankfully, the government has already declared its intention to help rebuild their homes. Our church is doing everything we can to provide food and clothes. The Lord has given us a great opportunity to be a blessing! A couple months ago, a church donated a box of dresses and shirts to the children of NCBC. Originally, we were saving it as a reward for the children in our Christmas program, but due to circumstances we know they will be an immediate help to these families! We want to thank the ladies at Grace Baptist Church in Greenville, PA for making these beautiful dresses. Some of the girls have already come to church wearing their new clothes. Their precious smiles reveal their thankful hearts! Please continue to pray for these families as we look for ways to minister to their souls.

Our Landlord, on the right

Thank the Lord for miracles, small and great!  As we serve the Lord at North Cebu Baptist Church, we have tried to be a light outside the church as well-to people close to home. Our neighborhood has watched us settle in and commit ourselves to the Lord. They quit asking us about our destination when we leave home and smile, “Going to church again?”  We love our landlord.  She is a sweet lady who has completely devoted her life to Catholicism. Like so many people living in Cebu she wonders what makes a Baptist different from a Catholic.  Over time we have tried to show her Christ’s words, “I am the way…No man cometh unto the Father BUT BY ME.” and “Not by works of righteousness which we have done…” it is by Christ’s work  alone that we can go to heaven someday. After living here almost two years our landlord shocked us by attending our “I Love Jesus” Valentine Banquet. It was a joy to have her in church! During the service she heard a clear presentation of the gospel. We can only thank God for this tiny miracle and pray that she will be saved!