Here are some testimonies from the rebel outreach we held in Congo in September 2024.  These testimonies help paint a picture of the false identity these men took on, and how Jesus has completely transformed their lives!

·  "I was known as a feared fighter in my community. After the prayers, I felt a sudden urge to lay down my weapons and seek forgiveness. Today, I work to protect rather than harm."

·  "I led a group involved in violence, thinking it was the only way to survive. But Pastor Dawn's words of peace stirred my heart. I want to spend my days helping rebuild homes rather than destroy them."

·  "I was haunted by the lives I took. During the prayers, I felt a wave of peace come over me. I want to devote myself to serving others, hoping to mend what I broke."

·  "My life revolved around vengeance and hatred. But after Pastor Dawn’s prayer, I realized peace was what I was missing. I now want to counsel others  to avoid the path I once walked."

·  "I was driven by anger and was lost in violence. The prayer time brought light to my heart. I have given up violence, instead choosing to work toward peace."

·  "As a man who once terrorized villages, I never thought change was possible. But Pastor Dawn’s prayer moved me deeply. I now support families affected by conflict."

·  "I used to see violence as the answer to every problem. Now, I push for peace and help spread Pastor Dawn’s message to others still trapped."

·  "I led many to fight, thinking it was my calling. After the prayer, I felt free and am working to promote unity."

·  "Killing was my trade, but Pastor Dawn’s prayer opened my heart to forgiveness. I now see every life as sacred and am committed to peace."

·  "I was taught to hate and hurt. After the prayer, I felt an intense peace that I’d never known. Today, I am building instead of destroying."

·  "I lost my family to battle and sought revenge. The prayer time brought me the peace I was desperately seeking. I now help others find the same."

·  "I led others into violence, convincing them it was right. Now, I see my mistakes and work to undo the harm I’ve caused."

·  "Anger controlled me, and I used it to harm others. Pastor Dawn’s prayer filled my heart with love and forgiveness, and I’ve since abandoned my violent ways."

·  "I fought for a cause I didn’t understand. The prayers helped me realize the power of peace, and I now guide others to choose life over death."

·  "I saw myself as a warrior, but Pastor Dawn’s message taught me the true strength in compassion. I have since committed to helping my community recover."

·  "I fought to feel powerful. After Pastor Dawn’s prayer, I understood the emptiness of that path. Now, I lead with compassion."

·  "I was part of many violent raids. During the prayer time, I felt a conviction to change. I’m now a voice for peace."

·  "I was lost in a life of crime and violence. Pastor Dawn’s prayer helped me find purpose in peace, and I now counsel others."

·  "Violence seemed natural to me, but Pastor Dawn’s words changed the way I see things. I now use my strength to protect, not destroy."

·  "I had nothing but anger in my heart. The prayer taught me the power of forgiveness, and I’ve now chosen peace."

·  "I took lives without remorse. After the prayer, I was overcome with guilt and found a new life in seeking forgiveness."

·  "I believed violence was the only way to be heard. Pastor Dawn’s prayer changed the way I feel, and now I work to build bridges, not burn them."

·  "I held deep anger that I used to justify my actions. The prayer helped me release that anger, and I now want to rebuild."

·  "My hands were stained by violence, but after Pastor Dawn prayed, I felt called to repent. Now I want to lead peace efforts."

·  "I never thought I could change, but Pastor Dawn’s prayer brought peace to my heart. I’ve now given up my violent past."

·  "Violence was my identity. Pastor Dawn’s words helped me see my worth in peace. I now want to counsel young men to avoid my path."

·  "I believed in revenge, but Pastor Dawn’s message brought me peace. I want to teach others to let go of hate."

·  "I thought hurting others would bring me happiness. The prayer helped me realize the value of love. I want to spread that love in my community."

·  "I was known for my aggression, but Pastor Dawn’s prayer helped me see the strength in peace. I want to stand as a voice for forgiveness."

·  "My heart was hardened by loss and anger. Pastor Dawn’s prayer showed me that love can heal. I am committed to helping others heal."