El Salvador: 777 people served and
193 lives salvations
One Body. One Mission. One Gospel. All for the Glory of Jesus Christ.
Four days of medical clinics. Countless opportunities to share God's love. One mission united under the name of Jesus!
These are more than numbers. Behind every number is a person, a family, a story, and a life that matters to God. And during our recent mission trip to El Salvador, we had the privilege of witnessing how God can use His people to bring hope, healing, and the message of salvation to communities in need.
For one week, Route to God Ministry had the blessing of joining Blessings Medical Missions in El Salvador, Central America. Together with an incredible team of churches, ministries, medical professionals, and volunteers, we participated in four days of medical clinics throughout different communities. The result, 777 people received medical care, and 193 people accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.
It was a beautiful demonstration of the Church coming together as one body, putting faith into action, serving others, and sharing the greatest gift of all: the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
One Body Working Together For One Purpose
This mission was made possible through the collaboration of several ministries, churches, educational institutions, and organizations that united their efforts and gifts to serve the people of El Salvador.
The participating organizations and churches included:
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Compartiendo el Evangelio como un Solo Cuerpo
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Blessings Medical Missions, in collaboration with Manna Missions
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Clifdale & Missouri
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Methodist University Physical Therapy Program
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Route to God Ministry
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Iglesia Tabernáculo y Casa de Israel de Tapalhuaca
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Iglesia Nuevo Tiempo de Gloria, Comunidad Flor Amarilla
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Iglesia El Buen Pastor, Asambleas de Dios, Cantón Los Palones, Panchimalco
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Iglesia Tabernáculo Bíblico Bautista, San Miguel, Tepezontes
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Blessings International
Each organization and every volunteer contributed to this mission in a unique way. Medical professionals provided care, churches opened their doors and connected with their communities, and volunteers worked together to make each clinic possible.
We were reminded that the Kingdom of God is much bigger than any one church, ministry, or organization. We may come from different places and serve in different capacities, but when we share the same love for Jesus and the same desire to reach the lost, we become one body with one purpose.
As Scripture says: “For we are labourers together with God: ye are God's husbandry, ye are God's building.” — 1 Corinthians 3:9 (KJV)
What a privilege it is to serve alongside brothers and sisters in Christ who are willing to answer God's call!
777 People Received Medical Care
Throughout four days of medical clinics in various communities, 777 people received medical treatment and attention.
For many individuals and families, these clinics represented an opportunity to receive care, attention, and compassion. But beyond the medical services, each encounter became an opportunity to demonstrate the love of Jesus.
We believe that serving others is an essential expression of our faith. Jesus did not simply preach to people; He also showed compassion, cared for the sick, welcomed those who were forgotten, and met people where they were.
Our mission was to follow that example: to serve with willing hearts, offer help where it was needed, pray with those who requested it, and remind people that they are loved by God.
Matthew 9:36 reminds us: “But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd.” We pray that every person who received medical care also experienced something beyond physical treatment: the love, kindness, and compassion of Christ.
193 People Accepted JESUS CHRIST!
While providing medical care was an important part of this mission, the greatest celebration was witnessing people respond to the Gospel. During the presentations of the message of salvation, we experienced deeply moving moments. There were tears in the eyes of many as they heard about God's love, the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, and the hope of eternal life through Him.
By God's grace, 193 people made the decision to accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior! These are not simply statistics. These are eternal stories. Every person represents a soul precious to God, someone for whom Jesus gave His life.
The Gospel is the heart of our mission. We can provide medical care, offer assistance, and meet physical needs, but our greatest desire is for people to know Jesus personally and experience the transforming power of His salvation.
A Testimony That Reminded Us Of GOD'S Power
Among the many unforgettable moments of this mission, we witnessed a particularly moving testimony. A local villager who depended on crutches was prayed for, and afterward, he was able to walk freely!
What a powerful moment for everyone present. It reminded us that we serve a living God, a God who hears our prayers and whose power is not limited by our circumstances.
We give Jesus all the glory for what we witnessed. Our calling is to pray in faith, demonstrate His love, and trust Him with the results.
Hebrews 13:8 declares: “Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever.” We believe that God is still at work today, and we are grateful for every opportunity to witness His goodness.
The Mission Continues!
Our time in El Salvador was a beautiful reminder that the Great Commission is not just a verse we read in the Bible. It is a calling we are meant to live. Jesus commanded His disciples: “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.” — Matthew 28:19.
At Route to God Ministry, we believe every believer has been given gifts, talents, and opportunities to serve God's Kingdom. We are called to use them to love others, share the truth, and make Jesus known wherever He sends us.
We return with grateful hearts, encouraged by what God has done and excited for what He will continue to do in El Salvador and throughout the nations.
May we never lose sight of the reason we go: Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life!
