discipleship

Discipleship Works!

July 24, 2012

“I’ve been a Christian for five years now, and I’m thankful for the women who helped me discover my God-given purpose.” Stefanie Villarin of Victory Novaliches tells us how God uses people to bring us closer to Jesus. Check out her testimony here!

While attending [the worship] service at Victory Novaliches, I realized I was sitting with the women who helped me in my walk with God: Lanie, who first invited me to youth service in 2006; and Agnes, who encouraged me to go deeper into God’s Word and make disciples.

Agnes, Stef, and Lanie — Stef (center) and her two mentors, Agnes (left) and Lanie (right).

I remember how I’d travel from North Caloocan to SM City Manila so Lanie and I could do ONE 2 ONE. I knew she was ministering to other people, but she made me feel valuable and worth her time. Little did I know, that was only the beginning of so many great things to come.

I moved to Victory Novaliches later, where I met Agnes. She motivated me to go further in my spiritual walk, closely guiding me in reading the Word of God and prayer. At the same time, she pushed me to get involved in the ministry. Most of all, Agnes encouraged me to seek opportunities to build relationships with people and share the gospel to them.

God used these women to make an impact in my life. It was through them that I realized that Jesus changed me. I also discovered that my worth as a woman is not defined by other people, but what Jesus did on the cross.

I never thought He would use someone like me. But God uses imperfect people like us to advance His kingdom. We don’t need to be theologians or Bible experts to share the Word of God.

Stef and her Victory group — “I’m living in the purpose God called me to do.” Stef (left, standing) and her Victory group

I am a product of the obedience of the people who committed their lives in following Jesus and making disciples. Now, I’m doing the same for others. Whether you have just received Jesus Christ a few minutes ago or you have been a church attendee for quite some time, I encourage you to step out in faith and tell others what Christ has done for you!

If we will only allow God to use us at whatever age, status, or stage in life, then that’s the only time we will realize we are living a life with a purpose.You could be an answer to someone’s prayer.

Empowering Campus Leaders

July 11, 2012

Summer 2012 was surely an exciting season for Every Nation Campus! Not only were youth camps held in various Every Nation Campus centers all over the Philippines—they also held Regional Convergences in Every Nation Campus centers outside Metro Manila.

Earlier this year, Every Nation Campus conducted a North and Central Luzon Convergence and a South Luzon Convergence, gathering high school and college students from different campuses in these regions. These convergences were designed to encourage, equip, and empower LIFE group leaders to reach more of their classmates and friends for Jesus.

LifeBox South Luzon Convergence — Encouraged, equipped, and empowered to share the gospel in their campus!

We’ve had the privilege of hearing a few testimonies from some of the students who took part in these events. Young as they are, they’re making an impact by sharing the gospel in their campuses!

“I thought that to effectively invite someone to a LIFE Group, I should be good in talking or conversing with people. Then it just hit me! It’s not about what we do but what God will do. There’s no technique or formula! Our job is to introduce them to Jesus and God will do the rest.”

Aaron B.
BS Psychology student
De La Salle Lipa

“Hindi lang tayo basta students—tayo ang students na kayang gumawa ng pagbabago, tayo yung students na hindi ikakahiya si God at kayang ishare ang Word niya sa iba . . . Ready na ako bumalik sa campus namin at mag reach out, ready na ako na ipakilala si God sa (iba), ready na ako sa plans ni God para sa akin. Excited na akong mag inform ng tao at si God ang mag ta-transform sa kanila. Ready na talaga ako! (We’re not just students—we’re students that can make a change. We’re students that won’t be ashamed of God, and be able to share His Word to others . . . I’m ready to go back to my campus and reach out (to students). I’m ready to introduce God (to others). I’m ready for God’s plans for me. I’m excited to inform people about God, and He’ll take care of transforming them. I’m ready!)”

Micah B.
4th year high school student
St. Paul College Island Park

“Every Nation Campus Regional Convergence made a big impact in my life. It’s not an accident that I was there. I realized that I have a purpose and God put me where I am right now because He has (great) plans for me. I want to leave a legacy in my campus . . . I want to share the word of God to the next generation.”

Elaine F.
Mass Communications student
St. Louis University, Baguio City

LifeBox North Luzon Convergence — We look forward to raise more leaders in the campuses!

We’re excited to hear great news about more Every Nation Campus centers opening in more campuses all over the Philippines! With that, more of the future leaders of our nation would be honoring God and making disciples, and in turn, reaching more campuses for Jesus!

New Series: Let us

July 6, 2012

Jesus made disciples not just in a one-on-one setting but also in groups. In the same way, we believe that one of the best ways for each of us to grow together is in small groups.

Want to know what being part of a Victory group is all about? We’ll find out in our new series this weekend, entitled, “Let us!”

Here’s the list of weekly topics:

Week one: Approach God
Week two: Encourage one Another
Week three: Run the Race

Invite your family and friends to join us! Victory is one church in fifteen locations in Metro Manila. We also meet at various venues across the Philippines. You surely wouldn’t want to miss this series!

See you at our services!

WikiChurch: Making Discipleship Engaging, Empowering, and Viral

June 21, 2012

WikiChurch, the international edition of Pastor Steve Murrell’s discipleship book “Accidental Missionary,” is now available in the Philippines!

Pastor Steve shares valuable lessons on making discipleship engaging, empowering, and viral. Borrowing from the concept of “Wikipedia,” the Internet’s most widely used source for quick and easy information, WikiChurch uses the concept of “empowering imperfect people to spread the most important message around the world.” If you want to know more about how to engage, establish, equip, and empower your culture and community, then this book is for you!

(Edit as of June 27, 5 PM) The book is available at resource centers and book tables in the following Victory Metro Manila locations:

You may get your own copy for a special price of PHP 350.00 until July 8. If you’re from outside Metro Manila, please keep posted on when the books will be available in your area.

Here’s what other people had to say about the book:

“(Steve Murrell’s story) challenges me to take risks, to focus on discipleship, and to give God his due glory.”

Ed Stetzer
Missiologist and President of LifeWay Research
Nashville, Tennessee

“If you need encouragement and a map along this path of making disciples, WikiChurch is a must-read. If you are a seasoned disciple-maker and want to sharpen your tools, you will find this a valuable resource for yourself and for those you lead.”

Dr. Cristy
drcristy.wordpress.com

“The heartbeat of God is to see every soul won for His kingdom, every tribe redeemed, and every nation discipled. I recommend this book to be a handbook to all who desire to walk in the footsteps of Jesus.”

Shodankeh Johnson
Evangelical Fellowship of Sierra Leone
Freetown, Sierra Leone

For more updates on WikiChurch, you can like Victory on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.

New Series: WikiChurch

June 16, 2012

Victory as a movement exists for two things: to honor God and to make disciples. Know more about who we are and what we value in our series, WikiChurch!

This two-week series starting June 23 and 24 will tackle our values as a movement and how each of us can apply the principles that our church embodies.

Here’s the list of weekly topics:

Week one: Empowering Church
Week two: Making Disciples

Limited copies of Steve Murrell’s “WikiChurch,” the re-titled international edition of his book, “Accidental Missionary,” will also be made available at Victory Fort Bonifacio, Victory Greenhills, Victory Metro East, Victory Pioneer, and Victory U-Belt. From June 23 to July 8, these books will be sold at a special price of PHP 350.00. Get your copies today!

Victory is one church in fifteen locations in Metro Manila. We also meet in various provinces across the Philippines. Check out our national directory to know the Victory location nearest you.

“I’m a Product of Discipleship!”

May 4, 2012

Discipleship is more than just a process—it’s a relationship. Singer-songwriter Yeng Constantino recounts her discipleship experience with her mentor and Victory group leader, Acel van Ommen. Check out her testimony here!

Yep, that’s right. I grew as a Christian through discipleship. And I’m still growing!

When did my discipleship story begin? One Sunday evening in 2009, I was attending a small group and Acel van Ommen just so happened to drop by. Since she was a musician like me, I assumed that she would understand me. I decided to ask her to be my “mentor.”

You may be wondering what I’m talking about right now. Let me explain what discipleship is, based on my experience.

Discipleship is helping someone in their walk with the Lord. It’s being there for the person in times of happiness and sadness, speaking the truth, and rebuking in love. It’s pointing them to the cross for repentance and forgiveness. It’s helping them to know Christ more, not just with words, but through your life. A mentor is the one who does that. It’s like having a teacher or a leader.

Acel did all that I said about discipleship. She was there in my lowest moments and my victories. She spoke the truth to me and rebuked me in love. She always pointed me to Jesus in times of grief and triumph. She helped me know Christ more not just with words, but with her life.

Maybe you’re thinking that Acel is a superhuman. Sometimes I see her cry, too. One time she went to my house crying because she had a fight with her husband. Seeing her that time didn’t made me think that she is a weak leader, because she’s not. She acknowledges that just like me—just like all of us—she also needs a Savior and God.

I am extremely inspired by Acel. I want to be like her—a mentor who will open up her heart and allow others to see how God works in her life.

Now, I’m ready to lead women to Jesus!

Yeng Constantino is a singer-songwriter whose heart is for the next generation. You may read more of her blog posts at http://yengonthemission.tumblr.com.

Going Into all the World

April 12, 2012

Young as you are, you can make a difference! Sarah Bulahan started in church when she was six years old. Now, she boldly shares the gospel to her classmates and friends. Truly, age doesn’t matter when we make disciples. Read more on her testimony here.

I first received Jesus as my Lord and Savior when I was six years old. I’ve been attending Victory KIDS for three years and one Sunday, we were singing the song “Heart of Worship.” I realized right then and there that my life was all about Jesus—nothing else. From then on, my life was forever changed.

Growing up in church, I’ve been discipled by different people. One of them, Janelle, taught me how to love God’s Word and pant for it like water. She showed me how important it was to have a relationship with Jesus.

I decided to share the gospel to my classmates and friends because of how God revealed Himself to me. There’s just no other way to respond. When He reveals how great He is, there’s just no containing Him. Once He fills your heart, there’s just nothing else to speak of.

sabu6 — Who says discipleship can’t be fun?

Some of my classmates and friends readily received the gospel; some didn’t. I even had to repeat chapter 1 of ONE 2 ONE five times before taking a break. God really reminded me that it’s not about me or the way I speak or how I live, but it’s really about Him and how He can just reveal Himself to His people.

One time, one of the girls I was doing ONE 2 ONE with disappeared. I couldn’t contact her at all. I had my time of crying to God, “Where did she go? Did I waste my time on her? What happens now?” It’s really moments like that that God humbles me and reminds me that my time isn’t my time but His. And that I am NOT the savior and I will never be the savior. God comforts me and tells me to trust and pray and to remember everything I was taught. She came back six months later and right now she can’t stop inviting her classmates and friends even if they live so far away. It’s crazy how God’s timing is perfect. I’ve learned to trust His control AND His character.

sabu7 — Discipleship is relationship! Sarah (center) and her Victory group having a picnic in UP Diliman

Don’t look for someone else to share the gospel to the people around you. If God wanted someone else, then He would have spoken to someone else.

God is not far away. He lives in YOU. I don’t know about you, but that just makes me feel so powerful and confident in Christ!

Sarah Bulahan is a college student at the University of the Philippines – Diliman taking up BS HRIM. She also volunteers at the Music Ministry of Victory Quezon City.

Discipleship and the Outdoors

January 20, 2012

Making disciples knows no locational barriers because opportunities to engage are all around us – even right on a trail to a mountain’s summit.

Just ask some of the single professionals from Victory Quezon City.

In 2011, they organized various outdoor events to connect with the employees of US Technology Global (UST Global), an IT service provider. More than sweating it out, exploring nature, and having fun together, they were able to engage these men and women and lead them to Christ.

Their first initiative took place in May when this group went on a trek to Pagsanjan Falls in Cavinti, Laguna. Everyone bonded over comedic and adventurous moments during the long trek. Later, Victory Quezon City‘s Champions for Christ team led a Basic Mountaineering Course. This lasted for five to six months and was capped with a climb to Mt. Gulugod Baboy in Mabini, Batangas as the culminating activity.

Right now, a Victory group of UST Global employees meets every Friday over lunch. Some of its members got connected in Victory groups after participating in the two initiatives. The group’s leader himself, Rey Piad, was reached out through an outdoor activity. Little did he know that joining a weekly Sunday afternoon run at the University of the Philippines with runners from Victory Quezon City would be an avenue for him to have a life-changing encounter with Jesus.

Another Victory group is currently meeting at the UP Ayala TechnoHub every Thursday night. This group was formed from the Anawangin Cove escapade, which is another outdoor activity organized by Victory Quezon City.

Surely, God has effectively used the love for sports and the outdoors to bring thrill-seekers together and to lead them to having a personal walk with Him!

If you are a sports enthusiast or adventure-lover who wants to connect with people of the same passion, feel free to join any of these outdoor activities! For Victory Quezon City, connect with Champions for Christ QC on Facebook.

Victory Tarlac: Going Strong at 20!

November 18, 2011

From a handful of students to a church tremendously growing in numbers, Victory Tarlac is celebrating exponential growth over the past two decades!

It all started when a group of church planters, led by Pastor Jun Escosar, began meeting with some students at the Diwa ng Tarlac Convention Center in November 1991. From Bible studies to rock ‘n roll seminars, the team used various strategies to build relationships with the students in the vicinity. Edwin Mejia, one of their pastors, got to know Christ during these outreach activities.

An outreach activity for students — A Victory Tarlac leader, ministering to students at the school grounds

In 2009, after strategically moving its location near campuses and the main road, Victory Tarlac reached a milestone, hitting a fivefold increase in number from its founding year to the present time. Currently, the church is composed of 68 Victory groups from all walks of life–students, single professionals, and families.

Victory Tarlac single professionals at a singles event

On November 27, 2011, Victory Tarlac is commemorating 20 years of honoring God and making disciples. Entitled “Dalawang Dekadang Saya: Going Strong,” the church is taking a walk down memory lane by celebrating God’s faithfulness for the past twenty years. Together, they will recount twenty fulfilled faith goals and look to the future with much expectation.

Victory Tarlac kids, in Christmas costumes

Let’s celebrate with Victory Tarlac! If you have family or friends in the area, invite them to the anniversary celebration on Sunday, November 27, 3 PM. It will held at the Victory Tarlac Center, at Unit 3, Alison Commercial Building, Zamora St., Cutcut, Tarlac City. See you there!

Victory Tarlac is one of our many locations meeting in various parts of the country. Get updates on Victory via Facebook and Twitter.

Why Should I be Part of the Ten Days Experience?

October 27, 2011

World missions is close to our heart as a movement. We’d like to share a testimony by Ged de Guzman, one of our short term missioners who attended a Ten Days trip to an Asian country a few months ago. Here’s his story.

It was during the ‘Are We There Yet’? series in church when my desire to reach out to the nations started. I realized through this series that there still are a lot of people who haven’t even heard of the name “Jesus.” And as Jesus commands us, we are to go and make disciples of all nations. I felt that I wanted to respond to that call.

During our Prayer and Fasting in January 2011, one of my faith goals is to disciple a person of a different nation. Two months later, I was informed that our church is building a team of short term missioners to be sent out to a mission trip. I believe it was God’s answer to my prayer. So I decided to be part of the Ten Days trip.

It was an incredible experience for my teammates and myself, from the moment we got to the nation until we left the country. May it be simple chat or deeper conversation with the locals, everything was an opportunity for us to share the gospel directly and indirectly to them. One of the instances that I won’t forget was when we met a former non-Christian religious leader who came to the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Not only is he passionate about his newfound faith, but he is also helping out our church in strategically sowing the seeds of the gospel to his followers.

tendays_cooking — Two of our Ten Days missioners cook up a hearty meal for the locals

Doing discipleship in a different nation is both fun and challenging. To engage in a conversation with the locals, we at least had to know their language, interests, customs, and traditions so as to build rapport and not to cause offense. Once the relationship is built, the locals became more willing to listen and respond.

My Ten Days experience definitely made a great impact in my life. Not only was I able to become part of what God is doing to the nations, I myself saw how God worked in my personal walk with Him through this short-term mission. Moreover, my understanding of the need to preach the gospel to all nations deepened. I can say that through Ten Days, I believed, served, and loved like I never did before. It’s truly a privilege to be used by God for His purpose.

If you want to be part of a Ten Days trip, please contact your local church administrator for more information. Check out our national directory for contact details.

JANUARY 2013 UPDATE: Ged de Guzman is now a Campus Minister serving under Victory Ortigas Youth.

Victory Tagum and the Siopao

October 14, 2011

Who would have thought that siopao can be instrumental in the saving of many lives?

Pastor Manny Mintal (center) during one of the siopao outreaches

Ask Pastor Manny Mintal, the senior pastor of our Victory Tagum church plant. Through the power of God and His Word—plus Pastor Manny’s delicious home-cooked siopao—the team of church planters were able to connect with several students in Tagum, Davao, and eventually led them to having a relationship with God.

What started as an outreach project in July 2010 gave birth to a fruitful church plant right in the capital province of Davao del Norte. From outreach activities in nearby parks and “siopao outreaches” in the campuses, the growing church began to meet over merienda in carinderias until they eventually settled in their current Victory center.

Some of the students Victory Tagum has reached out to

On October 2011, Victory Tagum experienced a milestone, with their formal launch happening at the Town Country Plaza in Sobrecarey Street, Tagum, Davao.

Currently, several Victory groups are meeting in various venues in Tagum. More and more are going through ONE 2 ONE, while several others have already gone through Victory Weekend. Among the campuses in their vicinity, Victory Tagum is focusing its efforts on the University of Mindanao and the Magugpo Pilot Imelda Elementary School.

Indeed, greater things are up ahead for Victory Tagum! Join us as we pray for the campuses within their area and for more open doors to share the Word of God. Let’s also cover Victory Tagum in prayer, for growth and maturity of the church and of the current Victory groups.

Victory Tagum is one among a group of Victory churches in the Philippines. It holds a weekly Sunday service at 10AM at the Town Country Plaza, Sobrecarey corner Pioneer Street. If you know anyone in the area, don’t forget to let them know about our newest church in Tagum!

ONE 2 ONE, now in Filipino!

August 4, 2011

We are excited to launch the Filipino translation of the ONE 2 ONE book by Steve Murrell. As you may know, ONE 2 ONE is a six-lesson discipleship guide designed to help those who want to follow Jesus take the first essential steps in their walk with God. Now translated in Filipino, this hopes to help and reach those who prefer to share and study God’s Word, and disciple people using the Filipino language.

Topics included in the book are as follows:

Kaligtasan (Salvation)
Panginoon (Lordship)
Pagsisisi (Repentance)
Bautismo (Baptism)
Ang Bibliya at Panalangin (The Bible and Prayer)
Ang Iglesia (The Church)

Ang Salita ng Dios Biblia
ONE 2 ONE: Filipino features verses from Ang Salita ng Diyos Biblia, a latest Filipino translation of the Bible by Biblica Publishing released in November 2010. This version is translated in contemporary Filipino, making it an easy read and for easy use. Ang Salita ng Diyos Biblia is available at leading local bookstores in Metro Manila.

You may grab your copies of ONE 2 ONE: Filipino at our Resource Centers or at the respective book tables after your worship services.

Ordinary People, Extraordinary God

July 29, 2011

We recently finished our “Ordinary” series, where we all learned that anyone can make disciples. We hope all of us are encouraged to share the gospel!

What is discipleship? It’s a call to follow God, fish for people, and fellowship with other believers. The Bible shows us that many ordinary men and women were used by God to do extraordinary things to bring people to Him through discipleship. Discipleship is not rocket science. Even in ordinary ways, we can make a difference for God’s kingdom.

Here are some stories from ordinary people (like you and me!) who have built relationships with others who helped them follow God, and are now making disciples in turn. May you be encouraged and inspired to make disciples yourself!

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Help someone get the right start in their walk with God through ONE 2 ONE. Invite your family and friends to a Victory Groups. Let’s be a disciple, and make disciples!

Experiencing Freedom in Victory Weekend

July 22, 2011

Have a few questions about Victory Weekend? Let’s take time to know what Victory Weekend is.

What is Victory Weekend?
Victory Weekend is about establishing strong spiritual foundations in our lives. This two-day retreat helps us deepen our relationship with God and focus on establishing the spiritual foundations necessary for a life-long walk with Him.

Why am I encouraged to attend Victory Weekend?
Having strong spiritual foundations frees us from the lies that try to cloud our mind when we are faced with life’s struggles and challenges. John 8:32 says, “Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. In the Victory Weekend, we are reminded of truths that God promised for our lives.

Victory Weekend is designed to help us live a life of maximum fruitfulness. When we decide to follow Jesus and accept Him in our lives, we can’t help but also share Him to others so that they, too, can be disciples of Jesus. In John 15:8, Jesus says, “This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit showing yourselves to be my disciples.” And this is how we become fruitful for His glory.

Who can attend Victory Weekend?
Anyone who has gone through ONE 2 ONE with his or her discipler may attend the Victory Weekend.

I’m done with ONE 2 ONE. How can I be part of Victory Weekend?
After the ONE 2 ONE sessions, you will need to prepare yourself for Victory Weekend. The Preparing for Victory booklet can help you in this. You may ask your Victory Group Leader about the Preparing for Victory booklet.

Now, you’re ready for Victory Weekend!

Great! When is the next one?
Victory Weekend is held regularly in Victory centers nationwide. Below is the list of upcoming Victory Weekend schedules in Metro Manila.

Metro Manila Churches	Upcoming Victory Weekend Schedules for 2011
Victory Alabang	September 9-10 and November 25-26
Victory Caloocan	November 5-6
Victory Fort	Monthly (last Fri and Sat)
Victory Greenhills	September
Victory Makati	August 27-28
Victory Malate	August 6-7
Victory Metro East	September 16-17
Victory Novaliches	November 5-6 and November 12-13
Victory Ortigas	Jul.29-30, Sept.23-24, Oct.22-23, and Nov.25-26
Victory Pasig	November
Victory Pioneer	Kids- July 29-30 Adults – August 5-7 and November 4-5
Victory Quezon City	August 20-21 October 22-23 and November 12-13
Victory U-belt	September 3-4

For the schedule of Victory Weekend in the provincial Victory churches, you may ask about it from the administration of the Victory church outside Metro Manila nearest you. You can also ask from the local Victory church admin about the fee for the Victory Weekend. For the location and contact details of various Victory churches nationwide, please click on this link.

The Victory Weekend is just the beginning of your journey to a life of freedom. This is a tool that helps you deepen your relationship with God and focus on establishing the strong spiritual foundations, living a life of freedom and becoming fruitful in His kingdom.

So, when you’re all ready, join Victory Weekend. Your life will never be the same again!

Photos from Victory Pioneer.

New Series: Ordinary

June 22, 2011

All of us are called to be a disciple and make disciples. We don’t need to be famous or successful to let people know about Jesus. But what does it mean to do extraordinary things in a normal and ordinary world?

We are starting a new series this weekend entitled, “Ordinary.” We hope that this series will help us renew or strengthen our perspective on making disciples—that God uses ordinary people like you and me to make disciples and do extraordinary things.

Weekly topics include:

Week one: Philip and the Ethiopian
Week two: Ananias and Paul
Week three: Peter and Cornelius

Catch this series at a Victory location nearest you! We’re one church in many locations in Metro Manila and we also have Victory churches all over the country.

Invite your family and friends this weekend! See you then!

ONE 2 ONE Campus Edition

June 10, 2011

If you’re a student new in having a relationship with Jesus and want to know what it means to have a relationship with Him, then this book is for you. With identical topics to our original ONE 2 ONE booklet, this version is specially made for high school students, college students, and LIFE Coaches discipling students. Going through this is best with a mentor who will help you in your walk with God.

Topics inside ONE 2 ONE Campus include:

Salvation
Lordship
Repentance
Baptism
The Bible and Prayer
The Church

The ONE 2 ONE Campus Edition is also a way for you to share your faith with your friends and classmates in school. You can help them know more about Jesus and what it means to have a relationship with Him, and at the same time build real and lasting relationships with others through discipleship.

The ONE 2 ONE Campus Edition comes in different colors and is available in all Victory resource centers and book tables.

Making Disciples Training: the ABC’s of Discipleship

February 18, 2011

What does it mean to make disciples?

Making Disciples is a four-hour training class designed for men and women who want to know the basics of Victory Groups: the do’s and don’ts of starting them, sustaining them, and helping others do the same. Here, you’ll also learn how to effectively share your testimony to others. You will also be taught how to apply the lessons in practical settings through group dynamics.

Here are some insights that others have learned in Making Disciples class:

I learned . . . about building relationship with the lost, engaging with them, and drawing them near to God.
Shei, Victory Alabang

It is not about what you have to say that matters, but it’s how you will listen and attend to (others’) concerns that will capture their hearts knowing that you care about their situation.
Sheridan, Victory Alabang

It helped me understand kung (paano) ko i-a-aaproach ang isang tao, ‘pag mag-e-engage ka ng first timer.
Ryan, Victory Pioneer

This (training) made me realize that I am responding to the Great Commission. I’m doing this not because of me, but it’s all because of Jesus . . . that as I lead someone back to God I am glorifying Him.
Glo, Victory Makati

Making Disciples class is ongoing in Victory locations across Metro Manila and the provinces. Contact your local church administrator to know the schedule of Making Disciples training in the Victory location you’re attending. See you there!

*Photos are by Clint Ortiz. Used with permission.

Training for Victory: Follow, Fellowship, Fish

February 11, 2011

Want to know how to make disciples? Then Training for Victory is for you!

Training for Victory is a ten-week course designed to help all of us follow Jesus, fish for people, and fellowship with other believers. All of us are called to minister—and as such, we must equip all believers in basic ministry skills.

Being part of this training helps you build confidence in sharing the gospel to your relatives and friends. Each class also has group dynamics to help you apply what you learn, and at the same time learn how to interact with others that have different backgrounds.

Here are some testimonies shared by different Victory members who have gone through Training for Victory:

(Training for Victory) helped me . . . strengthen my faith (in) God. It empowered me to invest in others, share the Word, and make disciples.
Paul, Victory Greenhills

Madami ang natulong (ng Training for Victory) sa’kin, especially (in) spiritual discipline(s) and (my relationship) with God.
Liezl, Victory Baguio

I have learned about discipleship . . . (that) it is a call to follow Jesus, (and) that loving God means obeying His commands.
Noemi, Victory Ortigas

I learned about bringing your faith and your walk with God to the next level!
Kristine, Victory Quezon City

It made my foundation rock solid! Also, I met new friends in church and became more involved in my spiritual family.
Ella, Victory Pioneer

Classes are currently ongoing in a number of Victory congregations in Metro Manila and in the provinces. To know the schedule of the Training for Victory class nearest you, you may contact your local church.

One 2 One: The New Edition

February 27, 2009

We are happy to announce the launch of the new edition of ONE 2 ONE. This twelve-part study guide is now revised and condensed into six chapters, making it easier to understand and share.

If you’re new to having a relationship with Jesus and you’d like to understand what it really means to walk with Him, ONE 2 ONE is a tool designed to help you. Learned best with a mentor, ONE 2 ONE will help you get the right start by guiding you through the first essential steps as you follow Christ.

Topics included in the new ONE 2 ONE are:

• Salvation
• Lordship
• Repentance
• Baptism
• The Bible and Prayer
• The Church

For those of you who’ve been wanting to share your faith with your friends or loved ones, we believe that this is a good opportunity for you to do so. With a more compact One2One, it will be easier for you to help them know more about Jesus, follow Him, and build genuine relationships through personal follow-up and discipleship.

The new ONE 2 ONE is now available at the different Victory resource centers and book tables. Also, watch out for the Filipino and campus editions.

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