“There are many callings, but none higher than to give water to the thirsty and food to the hungry. To us missions is the natural outworking of our faith. It is the way we return the love of God has for us. There is no other option. Revival without missions is deficient. To turn away from the lost, poor and needy is to turn away from God.”

-Rolland Baker

- Rena, 15

Before-

“When I came here my life was miserable. My dad is blind and doesn’t have any food to eat. The community would call me a thief. I was alone. I was highly bullied. We were the poorest of the poor. I dropped out of the 5th grade. I was told that I will never amount to anything.”

Now- 

“My life has changed. I became a Christ follower. My prayer life has changed. I am totally a new person. I have a community of believers here- I have a warrior of women who follow Christ. My Dad is now very proud of me. I am changed forever. I used to hear and listen to secular songs and hated everything about Christianity. Now- without Jesus Christ- I can’t live.  I am currently learning fashion design, leather, and culinary. I never thought I would ever be qualified for anything in life. God changed my life. God has a big vision for my life. God will use me to change the next generation. I now learned that I am a good person. I am not evil. I am not dirty. I am qualified. My parents are so happy for me!

Thank you, Springs of Living Water. I love you all so much. I don’t have enough words for you all. May God bless you and make you as joyful and happy as I am happy for my life! Thank you!!!!”

Please Note: all the names used on this testimony page have been changed to protect our girls.

Before I came to SLW- I was suffering and anxious for many years and hated my life. There were many nights where I didn’t eat nor drink. I came from a very poor-poor family. Now, I have learned and gained many things. I have never been this happy in my life. I praise and thank God. God bless you!”

- Leah, 19

“Before I came I was very anxious. But now my life has changed. I am thankful for all of you. I love you. “

- Zina, 19

“Before I never heard about community living. I hated my work and hated my life. Now, I have many strong women I can cry on their shoulders. I am also learning my dream job- to become a fashion designer!”

Meema, 21

“Before I came I went through many places. I went to school when I was 10 years old. I have been through many things. I was raped many times. I used to drink alcohol so many times. Now, I have a good community of women. I have learned to pray and even read the Bible. Even if I died right now, I am beyond happy because for me everything has changed. I love you all!”

Nanni, 28

“Before I came here it was a life of misery. I was the older daughter. I graduated from nursing school but couldn’t find any job. Therefore, I had to do everything I could to find a job. Depression, anxiety, and everything in between ruined my life. I was extremely bullied. I started to question God and everything I depended on. 

Now, the first time I came here. I became so joyful. I was able to sleep well at night. My life is dependent on God. It’s okay to wait on God for everything. I don’t have any depression. I am full of peace now. God is faithful. I am very happy now! 

- Teri, 28