Victory Greenhills Discipleship Stories Podcast

Riki and Aiza Yap have been married for almost a decade and are parents of two wonderful sons, Zion (9) and Evo (7). To raise a child is a blessing but it is not an easy task. Nevertheless, this couple shares how they put value in family through leading and parenting with Christ at the center. Their home exemplifies that discipleship starts at home. 1:09 How It Started 2:50 What it Looks Like Doing Ministry with the Kids 4:43 Fatih Journey Described 7:40 How It's Going 7:53 Time Management Between Ministry and Beyond 9:40 On Parenting: "Do as I do, not do as I say" 11:45 How Holy Week was Celebrated in the Past 14:41 Dicipleship Starts at Home 19:10 Demonstrating the Gospel in How We Lead Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Raffy Ladion is a husband, father of two, entrepreneur and our tech ministry volunteer. What seems to be an “accidental” Sunday service was actually a God moment of placing Raffy and his family to a deeper relationship with God and to the church community. His story is a life that testifies the principle of “follow Jesus, fellowship with believers and fish for men”. 1:13 An “Accidental” Sunday that began their Faith Journey 2:58 “Follow, Fellowship, Fish” 4:00 Inspiration to Lead 5:05 Testimony as an Entrepreneur 6:43 Role in Children’s Homeschooling/Leadership at Home 9:04 What is God Teaching Raffy in Making Disciples 10:17 Word of Encouragement for Others to Lead Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Description:  Becs Oliva, a mother, wife and businesswoman has a relentless passion to disciple despite the challenges of the pandemic. For her, discipleship starts with her relationship with Jesus that extends to others. Her example reveals to us what perseverance in prayer can do. It allows us to be led by the Spirit and do whatever it takes to bring people to God and please Him. 1:45: What Discipleship is to Becs 4:18 Discipleship Challenges during the Pandemic 6:38 How Prayer Guides us to Disciple 8:38 What Drives Becs to Disciple 9:40 Prayer and the Holy Spirit’s Leading 11:35 Discipleship is Connecting with a Community 12:31 Maximizing Technology for Discipleship 12:32 Encouragement to Pray Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Description: Resa Buenavista, a single professional shares what discipleship looks like in the time of a pandemic. This episode inspires us to be creative and take the extra mile in reaching out to the next generation. We learn the value of connecting with others while online and how the community can overcome isolation. Amidst the challenges of remoteness, discipleship and fellowship never stops. 2:01 Discipleship in the Context of the Pandemic 5:25 What Fuels Resa to Keep Discipling 7:00 How Community Overcomes Isolation 8:15 The Value of Community Fellowship Amidst Being Online 10:45 Encouragements (Don’t Give Up, Get Connected, Be Kind) Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Charles Sy is a businessman who has experienced the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. Throughout his career, many great challenges have tested his resilience and determination yet he never wavered. Instead, he relied on God for confidence and His promises. His story testifies there is no overnight success but rather it takes perseverance, hard work, faithfulness and a strong grip on God’s Word. 0:57 Getting to Know Kuya Charles 5:01 Highs and Lows in Trading Business 8:16 Radical Generosity 9:45 Impact Investing 12:09 Earn to Give Back 12:23 Overcoming Obstacles 24:45 Words of Encouragement Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Karen Ibasco is a physicist and has earned her masters’ degree in Medical Physics before joining a beauty pageant. She was crowned Miss Philippines Earth year of 2017. She dresses herself with strength and dignity, honors her parents and walks with God. An empowered woman but her confidence is grounded on not just about anything but of the Lord's. 1:30 Getting to Know Karen Ibasco and her Miss Earth Journey 3:57 Miss Earth as a Platform to Give God Glory 8:49 Understanding One’s Worth Before the Battle Begins 9:37 Gospel Planting in a Summer Camp 16:22: Purpose Does Not End After the Victory 24:26 Focus on Jesus, shine His light Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Yano Corral is a well accomplished young adult in the Accounting and Finance Industry. Despite growing up in an impoverished background, he attributes his breakthroughs to God’s favor and love. Through Yano’s testimony, we can see how God’s grace moves us from brokenness to soaring above the storms. 1:06 Getting to Know Who Yano 5:10  The Drive to Break Away from Poverty 6:58 Encountering God Through Campus Ministry 9:57 “You Can Chose The Path God Has Prepared for You” 11:13 Yano’s Answered Prayers 13:01 The Favor of the Lord in the Workplace 15:59 Words of Encouragement for the Workplace

In this year-end episode, our hosts Ptr. Allan Magtoto and Ptr. Joash Paunil share their own Christmas Family Traditions and what guiding principles we should remember in celebrating this season. Just remember ABC! 0:35 Get to Know our Hosts 1:35 Our Hosts’ Christmas Family Traditions 4:16 Guiding Principles for Setting Christmas Traditions (ABC) 4:51 “Alignment to the Heart of Christmas” 7:31 “Be Intentional of Our Calendar and Resources” 10:20 “Create Room for the Holy Spirit” Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Jayson and Kat Lo are a part of our Church family for over two decades. Over the years, they have established celebrating Christmas meaningfully and practically with their children. Beyond the gifts and parties, it’s a season of generosity, spending time together and sharing Jesus to others. 1:30 Who is Jayson and Kat Lo? 3:14 Christmas Traditions of the Lo’s 10:25 Celebrating Christmas With What You Have 18:30 Starting and Establishing Christmas Traditions 21:06 Christmas Traditions of the Magtoto’s 23:15 Jesus is the Reason for this Season Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Cel and Eunice are childhood bestfriends, married with kids and are currently fitness enthusiasts. On-top of everything, they decided to put value in Church community and take ownership of their "home". This couple shares how making time for Church Life brings out the best in them and creates an impact and influence to others outside of it. 0:52 Who is Cel and Eunice? 3:55 Getting connected to Victory Greenhills 8:20 The Decision to Stay and Make It Home 12:02 Church Community’s Positive Effect in Life 18:53 Making Time for Church 26:18 Encouragement to Take Ownership Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Bu and Lyka Buenazedacruz answered the call to go and make disciples in the nations as a family. As they abided in God, they demonstrated genuine love for people and faithfulness with what has been assigned to them. As a result, deep, thriving, and fruitful relationships were built here in the Philippines and in the mission field. 1:45 Introducing the Buenazedacruz Family 4:30 Experiencing Spiritual Family Here and Abroad 9:56 Best Practices in Fostering Relationships: 10:56 “Abiding in God and Abiding in God’s People” 13:29 “Concept of Vulnerability” 14:55 “Allowing to Experience Shared Lives” 16:22 “Authentic Building Instead of Best Foot Forward” 19:48 Relationships Takes Time to Build 20:49 Inspiration: Be Deliberate, Proactive, and Faithful Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Emmy Victorio is an evangelist, prayer warrior, a (grand)mom and a faithful follower of Christ.Tita Emmy’s encounter with Christ turned her mere religious acts to a personal relationship filled with purpose, passion and prayer. 2:00 Tita Emmy’s Religious Background 3:45 Her Turning Point of Having a Relationship with Christ 13:15 What is the importance of Prayer? 15:45 How can we pray more effectively? 24:15 Encouragement for Believers Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

An inspiring story of Cai's journey from following Christ and getting connected to church community and exercising her faith in leading others to Christ. 4:32 Acknowledging God's grace 6:22 Cai before Christ 7:21 An emotional turning point  11:32 Honoring the previous generation of fathers  12:38 Challenges of stepping out in faith  16:04 Encouragement for those taking that step of faith Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Joel Dyoco is a guy in the events industry but also a man of faith, husband, dad and disciple-maker. With a heart to disciple other men, God gave the opportunity and he stepped out in faith. In the face of challenges, his story encourages us to keep abiding in God and to let brotherly love continue. 3:16 How Joel Stepped Up to Disciple Men 5:49 Overcoming Leadership Challenges 8:48 Fatherhood, Brotherhood and Discipleship 12:55 Service in the Worship Team 14:21 Mindset in Starting to Lead 17:04 Words of Encouragement Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

A rockstar entrepreneur, a spiritual leader, and a loving single mom. Cay Acuńa shares her own personal testimony of becoming bitter to better. Listen to how Jesus can really make a difference in the lives of the people around us. So tune in now and be amazed at how Christ can really see us in our hardest moments! 1:32 - Introducing Cay Acuńa 3:31 - Valentine’s day troubles 6:42 - A Word for her 9:36 - The Lord as her Husband 15:34 - Challenges of a single mom 20:25 - Encouragement and prayer to our listeners May this podcast inspire you to connect with people who will journey with you through life. Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.x

Romella De Guzman is a passionate young person and first time voter. In this episode, we follow her journey of faith from being reached out the campus, to encountering God and to a transformed life of reaching out to others during this pandemic. The evidence of her transformed life made an impact on her parents, her community and our nation. 2:10 First-time Voter Experiences Mella’s Journey of Faith 3:51 Reached out in Campus and the Highlight 5:50 Her story of before, meeting and after Christ 07:45 Her Response During the Pandemic 08:22 Started Small Group for Kids 10:43 Her Disposition This Pandemic 11:40 What She is Believing God For 12:50 Mella’s Words of Encouragement May this podcast inspire you to connect with people who will journey with you through life. Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.x

When Mark and Anne got married, they both knew they couldn’t do it without God at the center. In this week’s podcast, newlyweds Mark and Anne recall how they personally met Christ in their own journey. Tune in as they share how God answered them during their worst moments and how they answered the need to get connected through community in Victory. 1:43 Introducing the newlyweds 2:27 Ptr. Joash recalls their wedding day testimony 3:33 Before Mark met Jesus 11:08 When Mark turned to Jesus 13:54 Anne recalls how she met Jesus 18:30 How they responded to “Get connected” 20:26 “What’s in your heart right now?” May this podcast inspire you to connect with people who will journey with you through life. Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

In this Holy Week Special, Ptr. Joash and Ptr. Allan talk about their highlights of Holy Week from growing up. While it has traditionally become a time of rest and recreation, here are 3 tips for making the most of our Holy Week: being intentional, taking time off with family and journeying with other families. For us Christians, it is the most important week to reflect on and celebrate what Jesus has done for us. 2:06 Traditions of Holy Week 3 Tips of Making the Most of Holy Week 6:43 Be Intentional 10:15 Taking Time Off with Family 12:50 Journey With Other Families 17:10 “Remember to spend time with Jesus” May this podcast inspire you to connect with people who will journey with you through life. Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Diwata “Wats” Sabado is a wife, make-up artist and owner of a pizza place. This episode highlights the discipleship journey as exemplified through her life before and after meeting Jesus. As we listen to her story, we see the power of community and the true picture of discipleship: a lifestyle of following Christ and helping others follow Christ. Wats Discipleship Story: 2:25 Faith Journey with Friends 4:00 Faith Journey with Her Husband 6:52 Power of Community Before Meeting Christ 8:16 Initiative of Starting a Victory Group 11:49 Walking with Someone through One2One 13:22 Faith Goals for 2022 May this podcast inspire you to connect with people who will journey with you through life. Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.

Anna and Rex Somera are a young couple with a beautiful love story. In this podcast, they share how they’ve received and experienced love from God and the church community. Because of this, they too are compelled to give back through loving others. Through shared lives in Victory Groups and prayer, their love story interconnects with the lives of others, bringing each one closer and deeper with God. 1:40 Anna & Rex’s Love Story 10:40 Loved People:How the Church Community Helped Build the Relationship 15:03 Love People:The inspiration to lead Victory Group 18:31 The experience of Victory Group 20:02 “Victory Group is more than a meeting” May this podcast inspire you to connect with people who will journey with you through life. Follow Victory Greenhills on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorygreenhills/">Instagram</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/victorygreenhills/">Facebook</a> Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/victorygreenhillstv/">YouTube Channel</a> <a href="https://www.victorygreenhills.org/connect/">Connect with us</a> if you want to be discipled.