The training was an answer from God. Gerardo has desired to serve God for years and when he went through the church planter training provided through Multiplication Network Ministries, he knew God had heard his prayer.

In Santander de Quilichao, Colombia, where Gerardo is working to plant a church, there are around 20 people who attend this new community of faith and Gerardo couldn't be more pleased. At 70 years old, he shares that it has been a blessing to be able to dedicate himself to God's work and be on the right path.

But like many church planters, Gerardo knows this work would be impossible without the Spirit of God working in every person. "We do not argue with the people about religion but instead show them from their Bibles what is says about Christ and salvation."

They have begun to disciple people and also motivate others to share the Word. "We have three evangelists in the church and we are always looking for districts where we can preach the Word of God. Now we have four places where we are evangelizing," Gerardo says excitedly.

Gerardo has a small group in the library of the public school as well. "The people need to hear about Christ now more than ever before. There is a lot of alcoholism, family issues and unemployment," he shares.

They have been integrating children into the discipleship process and in other places where they are sharing the gospel, there are indigenous people who sometimes come to the meetings. This small church, Gerardo says, will continue growing and sharing the love of God with others.