Updates from 2015 Students

Joel Boral

First of all I want to say thank you for supporting me in my study and thanks to God for the blessing to continue my study. Now I am third year college student at Bestlink College of the Philippines, taking the course of BSED (social studies).

About my family, before I stayed in my aunty's house because I have had problems with my family.  I lived at my aunty's house for almost 1½ years but this year I decided to go back to my house. I talked to my aunt and told her that I'm going back to my elder sister's house. Last June, after 15 years I was able to see my father again. Sad to say that after two weeks of seeing my father, he passed away. I feel so hurt because this was the last time I saw him. By that time I decided that I will pursue my study and I will study hard because I don't want to experience again the hard times in life that my parents experienced when they were alive. 

My cell leaders are always reminding my group that the connection to our God is very important because God is always there to help us, to guide us and support us through the things we experience. God will help us to become a good and responsible person. My mentor, always inspires me, always reminding me that God is my guide and key to becoming a successful person. 

I will do my best to have high grades because that is the only way that I can say thank you. Thank you so much. May the good Lord bless your ministry always. 

Daisy Jane Tamon

I am doing fine although my life is quite hectic at the moment because I am now working as well as studying since September. I decided to further support my studies because there are more requirements in school. Given the situation, I am still able to bear everything to pursue my dreams with God's grace.

Regarding my studies, I am doing very well. It has been a tough semester I've encountered because I'm enrolled with 30 units with two major subjects. I've recently joined in a school election for Student Council as a Representative and I'm happy to tell you that I've been elected with the highest votes among all running positions. Additionally I'm also a current chosen Auditor of our school organisation called JPMAP (Junior People Management Association of the Philippines). 

I am still attending Amazing Grace Baptist Church which is just near home and I am glad to tell you that my little sisters and brothers are frequently coming with me. I am praying that my parents will do the same someday and I strongly believe that God never fails me with my prayers. 

I feel very blessed because without your help all of it would not be possible. That's why I'm very grateful for giving me the opportunity to experience everything I'm going through now. I'm praying to God that He blesses you, your organisation and your family. 

Roxannie Espique

Thank you for helping me in my financial support and giving me hope. Thank you of course to our almighty God who used every one of you as an instrument to pursue my study. My parents and I really appreciate all of your efforts in helping me and they want to acknowledge all of you someday. They are very thankful. 

In terms of my study, I am glad to say that my grades are good and I really do study hard. I know that there's not an easy way to achieve all of my goals but to really work for it to succeed. 

As I always say, serving God is not only a choice but a great privilege. I continue serving him by sharing his gospel to my friends and family. He uses me in music ministry to dedicate all of the songs to him and lift his name on high. I reallly do reach out to my non-Christian friends to have faith in him and to know him deeper as a saviour. 

And as a return, I promise to be a good example to my community and country, to be part of a solution and not to be a problem. A living proof that God is alive in my heart and in my life to show them to follow Jesus and have faith in him. 

Thank you very much. Words cannot express my feelings, my thoughts regards how to give my sincere appreciation. "I have decided to follow Jesus, NO TURNING BACK".

Russell Estocado

I want to thank you for choosing me as one of your scholarships. It was a great honor for me to be one of those lucky youth. I am very very very thankful of having you because you make me happy. Thank you for everything that you've given to me. 

Always remember God because God will bless you! I promise that I will do my part to study the best that I can do. Once again I would like to thank you and God bless you. 

Renz Onate

I want to express my gratitude through this letter for the financial assistance that you have given me. I am currently in the fourth year of college. This past year has been tough but it was a great year because I have come to learn many things and because God has used people like you as an instrument to provide for my study. 

I promise to finish this final school year with all diligence and hard work. I also want to inform you that God moves mightily in my life. He uses me in music ministry, preaching, in care group ministry, in teaching the Bible and in personal evangelism.

Again, I want to thank you for this opportunity for me to finish school, to fulfill my dreams and to succeed in life. It is all by the grace of God. God bless you so much! You will always be in our prayers.