As a sort of experiment to see what is possible in our region for reaching people with the Gospel, we threw every resource we had in planning towards 1 month of outreach most every day of the week.
We spent all of the ministry money and all of our personal money in purchasing bibles, gasoline for our transportation and food for our team of 8. We also purchased food and gifts for the very poor in the mountain regions. People who don’t have a knife or a fork, spoon or a bowl.
Our goal was to reach 2000 families with the average of 6 people per family with the Good News of Jesus Christ. This number would equal 2000 souls for Christ.
We partnered with two local pastors who know the area and have the proper connections to help us make our aggressive schedule. We were ministering almost every day of the week and several locations per day. Besides the pastors, my wife @ronafe and our team organized food and kitchen items, plates, knives and forks. Also in each Baranggay we gave the pooresest families in each 25 kilos of rice.
When we first moved to the Philippines I heard a statistic, that just in our region of Misamis Occidental, there are 70,000 families without one bible per household. Immediately I asked the Lord for 70,000 bibles. So far, to God be all. Glory, honor and praise, we have given away 7800 bibles. Over 10% of the way to 70,000.
I even built a storage place for bibles, in faith that God will answer this prayer. A full New and Old Testament Bible, in the Cebuano language, costs about $6 US. Now and then, thorough the Bible society we can get them for $1.50. Even at $1 that is $70,000.
We are not funded by a large missions organization. In fact the people I know that run such organizations say it is too risky for us to be here because of the many militant groups in our area. Our funds have come directly out of our own pocket, literally selling all and giving to the poor and following Jesus. Our funds come from small churches, families that have a heart for the lost. Some from Steemit that send us SBD or support in other forms.
We actually have never been fully supported and we are still believing for that day. When I speak of support, I am speaking of ministry. Our personal care has not so far come out of the ministry budget.
This month I am speaking of was a test to see what would be possible when fully funded. I do believe that day will come.
I apologize for the quality of some of the photos, but the lighting in some places are minimal.
During this time we had many opportunities to baptism the new believers. Many times we left that for the local pastors to do.
Mat 24:14 And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come.
I have hundreds of other photos, but here is just a sampling.
Lately we have concentrated our efforts on the future of the Philippines....The Children!
This experiment actually produced a frustration as now we know what we could do. We are involved every week with fruitful ministry.
This one month we gave away 2200 bibles to families that had none. We declared the Gospel to around 10-12,000 people. By God’s grace we were able to ease the pain and hunger of many. Many were healed of sickness and diseases. The captive were set free.
These are my thoughts this morning from the Philippines.
Thank you so much for your time and reading.
Please pray for us!
God bless!
Daddy William
My heart goes for these people and for you and your family. be couragious, the Lord will sure prosper you in the field. Blessings.
Amen!
HELLO, FRIEND, SOME DAY I WILL TRAVEL TO VISIT YOU
That would be great!
What are your thoughts on bible apps for phones?
I guess not everyone has a phone I suppose.
I use E-sword. Many that have internet have the app. The 70,000 people without a bible are the very poorest people of the land. The poorest of the poor! Just to download the app you need a data connection. It is an idea for some!
Thank God for the successful evangelism and winning of souls.God will strengthen you in this work of God.
Amen! Thank you for dropping by and thank you for your comments!
Blessings!
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Your comments! Blessings!
- mhm-philippines
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You have chosen the best occupation in the world and I'm happy God is using you to win souls for himself. I am always happy when I see people baptised. God bless you.
It is incredible to be a part in the Great Commission. Thank you my friend and brother for your comments! Blessings!
Wow so beautiful to see.
May God be praised.
Amen! To God be the glory! It is great to be here and working with God.
God bless!
To God be all the glory. Jesus sees your heart and He hears your prayers.. I pray for strength and travel mercy
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Thank you so much! God bless!
You are welcome
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God bless you, Daddy William and to y'all beautiful and selfless souls.
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Thank you my friend! God bless you!
God bless you more Daddy William and your ministry. You are truly a God sent person doing His commandment. Surely God will support all His soldiers doing the work He had commanded. Winning souls for Jesus is the best part of our life as Christian.
It really is the best part! Amen! I am happy and satisfied with a life sharing the gospel. Thank you for stopping in and commenting!
God bless!
It looks like you have surrendered everything to practice the teachings of Christ.
Exactly! All for Jesus!
It takes a lot of courage and faith to do that @mhm-philippines Best wishes to you and Ma'am @ronafe 😊
Thank you!
You're welcome 😊
Praying for you and your ministry, Daddy Will. God bless you and your wonderful family. God bless your heart. Keep sharing the word of God, the gospel to people and yes, continue to be a channel of blessing to others, <3 God is always with you, @mhm-philippines :-)
Thank you so much my friend and sister! Blessings!