Matthew 16:18

Since we arrived in Panama in November 2018 and started discipleling the new Christians in Puerto Gavilana there has been so many challenges. We have been teaching them basic doctrine, but most importantly we are emphasizing the importance of making disciples. Of course in 2020 God had another plan.

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We have been waiting for the right time to build a temple for them. Because of challenges in the beginning of this year, the new Christians are more encouraged and ready to build a church building. They have started going to the mountains to collect and bring back wood. Last Friday, I decided to go with them with my son to “help them”. It was a great experience to be with them and my son. When we finished we stopped and prayed. I shared about God’s word in Mathew 16:18 “And I also say to you that you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build My church; and the gates of Hades will not overpower it.”

We have seen the growth from the believers in the village, especially from a couple named Valeriano and Tenilda. God has used this couple to be a blessing not only to

the village but to our team in the city too. God is bringing more people to His Kingdom. We are looking forward to the new temple, however, we are more excited that God is preparing His church for His glory.