Yesterday I witnessed the setting up of our church's outreach program, Anihan sa Bayoran. The program in a barangay in Quezon City to bring the message of salvation through Jesus among kids 12 years old and below. The workers in church were there early to prepare the venue, all wearing white top as dress-code. The day before, we had a meeting for orientation among workers and to simulate the games. Everything was organized for smooth, safe and blessed time with the kids. Our ministry heads made sure materials are ready and our hearts ready as well to serve Jesus.
I truly believe in this ministry as I was a product of an outreach in our barangay when I was little. I remember going to DVBS (Daily Vacation Bible School), for many 'childish' reasons:
1. Majority of my playmates were there
2. They gave gifts and food
3. People were nice
As far as I can remember, it was my first exposure to bible verses such as John 3:16. I did not yet accept Jesus then but I have learned that the Bible teaches about who God is. When I grew up and heard bible stories again in church, it was easy for me to relate that there's good in this. The Holy Spirit used His Word to change my heart and made me believe in Jesus eventually when I was 4th year High School.
Seeing this happening in church, I thought, wow! I am on the other side now. These kids in Bayoran, some of them may come to Jesus, now or later, as they hear and hear the Word of God --Romans 10:17 Faith comes by hearing; and hearing by the word of God.
Anihan or in english Harvest will continue once every month until November. I am excited to be one of the volunteers next month.
Soli Deo Gloria!
I truly believe in this ministry as I was a product of an outreach in our barangay when I was little. I remember going to DVBS (Daily Vacation Bible School), for many 'childish' reasons:
1. Majority of my playmates were there
2. They gave gifts and food
3. People were nice
As far as I can remember, it was my first exposure to bible verses such as John 3:16. I did not yet accept Jesus then but I have learned that the Bible teaches about who God is. When I grew up and heard bible stories again in church, it was easy for me to relate that there's good in this. The Holy Spirit used His Word to change my heart and made me believe in Jesus eventually when I was 4th year High School.
Seeing this happening in church, I thought, wow! I am on the other side now. These kids in Bayoran, some of them may come to Jesus, now or later, as they hear and hear the Word of God --Romans 10:17 Faith comes by hearing; and hearing by the word of God.
Anihan or in english Harvest will continue once every month until November. I am excited to be one of the volunteers next month.
Soli Deo Gloria!
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