It's amazing how one man's life can impact so many lives, including mine. A man that had a very intimate relationship with God just died this week. He was a man after God's heart. He was equipped by God with the brains, the humor, and the leadership--and he used it all for God's glory. He did it for the advancement of His kingdom. He left a great legacy behind when he left earth to step into eternity with his Creator.
Dr. Gavino Tica is like the apostle Paul of the Philippines. I consider him as the greatest missionary that ever lived in the Philippines. I remember growing up in the Philippines and remembering that name from time to time. I've heard the stories of how pastors like my dad, my godfather, my uncle, and their friends went through a seminary school (Bible) under the leadership of Dr. Tica. It was like military--the biggest challenge of my dad's life in the ministry, but he is very thankful for going through that.
My dad and mom went to International Baptist Theological College.
I would say that IBTC is like going through boot camp for the Navy Seal. I would say that anyone who made it through IBTC can make it through any problem in the ministry. Thanks to Dr. Tica, who gave his life fully for the glory of God, we have pastors all over the Philippines and even in different parts of the world who serve God faithfully. It was partly because of Dr. Gavino Tica that I am where I am today. He obviously has impacted the my parents' life. If they didn't meet in IBTC, I wouldn't be here--literally.
Thank you, Dr. Gavino Tica. You put faith into action when you decided to follow Christ. Because of you, many have surrendered their life to Christ and followed Him in their calling to the ministry.
