In this episode of Paths to Glory, we share the incredible journey of a woman whose life was marked by deep family expectations, unimaginable struggles, and a relentless pursuit of truth and healing.

Growing up in a traditional Hispanic home, her family was deeply rooted in their faith, yet love and affection were seldom expressed. Her childhood was filled with emotional pain, self-harm, and a yearning for something greater. Despite being deeply involved in church functions, she found herself asking, “Is this all there is? There has to be more.”

Her quest for truth led her to a life-changing encounter at a conference, where an unexpected invitation to a different church planted a seed of hope. Months later, she discovered the power of baptism in Jesus' name—a decision that transformed her life but came at a great personal cost. Isolated by her family for her newfound faith, she faced a year of rejection and loneliness.

Her trials didn’t end there. An abusive relationship left her fighting for her life, only to be rescued in a moment that could only be described as divine intervention. Yet, even after surviving such trauma, she wrestled with fear and lost her way—until God gave her a vision of a church, the very one she had admired as a child.

Join us as we explore her powerful testimony of survival, redemption, and the unwavering love of God. This is her Path to Glory.

Born into a family that appeared to have it all, his life took a dramatic turn when his father was diagnosed as manic depressive. As a young boy, he watched his home life unravel, leaving him to grapple with fear, instability, and the absence of a strong father figure.

Amid the chaos, he found solace in the church. It was at the altar where he made a desperate plea: “God, would you be my father?” In that moment, God began to shape his life in ways he could have never imagined. Despite battling inner struggles, experimenting with drugs, and living a double life, his foundation in truth never wavered. One day, he made the decision to lay it all on the altar and fully commit to living for God.

His journey didn’t end there. Haunted by the fear of following in his father’s footsteps, he found himself on a different path—a path that led him to full-time ministry as an evangelist and later as a pastor in Yuma, AZ. Along the way, he learned the importance of grace, both for himself and for those he loves, as he navigated the challenges of fatherhood without having the example he longed for.

Join us as we explore the life of a man who overcame adversity and found his purpose in ministry. This is his Path to Glory.

In this moving episode of Paths to Glory, we follow the remarkable journey of a woman whose life was shaped by instability, searching, and a profound need for belonging. Growing up in Arizona with frequent moves and little stability, she was drawn to structure wherever she could find it. After a determined path into the military and a series of life-altering decisions, she found herself stationed in Germany, where God began to call her heart in ways she could never have anticipated.

Through a series of divinely orchestrated encounters, she was led to a church where she discovered the message of baptism in Jesus' name—a revelation that would change her life. Facing intense opposition from family, a dissolved marriage, and the challenges of starting over, her resilience and newfound faith sustained her. When she finally returned to Arizona, she found her home in Faith Temple (now Valley Pentecostal Church), where she has remained a faithful attendee for over 42 years.

Join us as we explore her powerful testimony of survival, security, and God’s perfect timing. Her journey reminds us that no matter the struggles we face, God’s divine plan always leads us to the place we truly belong. This is her Path to Glory.