Vicky Tamban experienced this firsthand.
Vicky runs a successful business, has completed her college degree, and earned a doctorate. She became a university professor, and her family’s life was transformed in ways they never thought possible.
Before her breakthroughs, Vicky and her family endured many breaking moments.
In 1989, when Vicky and Santiago eloped at a young age, they found themselves struggling to survive. They didn’t have enough money, and even their food was limited. There were times when they could only eat rice once a week.
Santiago, worked as a laborer, while Vicky worked as a seamstress, but their combined income still wasn’t enough to make ends meet.
“We weren’t just living paycheck to paycheck, we were barely getting by,” Vicky recalled.
Are you facing the same situation? Where do you turn for help?
Vicky turned to God.
Despite their hardships, something in Vicky changed as she grew deeper in her relationship with God. A story from the Bible stood out to her—the story of the poor widow who gave all she had—just two small coins. The words of Jesus echoed in her heart:
“Truly, I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all of them. For they all contributed out of their abundance, but she, out of her poverty, put in all she had to live on.” (Luke 21:3-4, ESV)
This story deeply touched Vicky’s heart. One day, when she only had 10 pesos left, she decided to give it all to God’s work.
God, in His faithfulness, blessed her for it. He opened doors for Vicky, leading her to a job in a big company. She and her husband also started their own landscaping business. Their income grew, and they were able to rise above poverty.
Just as things seemed to be falling into place, Vicky’s path took another turn.
At 36, she returned to college to finish her degree. The pressure of balancing her studies with the demands of their business was overwhelming.
Slowly, their once-thriving business began to crumble, and the tension between Vicky and Santiago grew. They fought often, and her husband started picking up unhealthy habits.
The weight of it all crushed Vicky. How could this be happening when they had been so faithful? She found herself questioning God.
Like Vicky, are you facing challenges that have you questioning God’s goodness?
Don’t lose hope. God sees your struggles, and in His perfect timing, your breakthrough will come—just like it did for Vicky.
In the darkest moments of her life, God met Vicky in her need.
She watched The 700 Club Asia once again and found a renewed hope and encouragement. During the episode, host Coney Reyes shared a powerful word from God about restoring troubled marriages, which deeply resonated with Vicky.
Inspired, Vicky decided to give to CBN Asia’s work, even though money was tight.
And soon after, a breakthrough came. A client placed a large order for plants, and their business started to thrive again. Their marriage was restored, and Vicky finished her degree, earned a doctorate, and became a university professor.
Now, with every blessing, Vicky continues to support God’s ministry.
“We get to help so many people, not just with financial or material needs, but most importantly, spiritually. The 700 Club Asia is truly fertile ground,” Vicky shared.
And now, she desires to give even more.
Just like Vicky, you too can help change lives of our kababayans in need. By partnering with us, you can help reach more people, pray for them, and lead them to Jesus.
If you’re looking for your own breakthrough, start by knowing Jesus more. He’s ready to meet you right where you are.
