Picture Story

Veiled City: My Journey to Jesus

Picture Story

Brazil

One day, I traveled to another town to consult a traditional healer. That evening, I was tormented by severe spiritual attacks. The next morning, an unexpected visitor arrived. He immediately seemed to sense my distress. He spoke with my sister, inquiring about my situation.

I was raised in a strict religious family. However, I never found true inner peace or answers to the deep questions that troubled me. My life was marked by confusion and intense spiritual battles. I desperately sought deliverance in many ways, but my circumstances remained unchanged.

The sudden death of my husband triggered a period of deep emotional and spiritual turmoil. I was plagued with financial loss, terrifying dreams, and isolation.

This painful season led me to the realization that I needed a radical change. Despite facing opposition and threats from my family, I resolved to break free from a path that offered no solace. My story became a quest for spiritual freedom, inner healing, and a new beginning.

One day, I traveled to another town to consult a traditional healer. That evening, I was tormented by severe spiritual attacks. The next morning, an unexpected visitor arrived. He immediately seemed to sense my distress. He spoke with my sister, inquiring about my situation. Then, he addressed me directly, but I ignored him. Later, he tried again and invited me to his home. He was a Global Mission pioneer.

For several weeks, he patiently prayed for me and shared the life-transforming story of Jesus Christ. It was through his ministry that I surrendered my life to Jesus. Indeed, I found complete freedom and joy. Today, I am filled with happiness as I actively participate in building the kingdom of my Savior, Jesus Christ.

Thank you for supporting the ministry of Global Mission pioneers. It has made all the difference in my life.


    Veiled City: My Journey to Jesus

    More Stories

    Please help Global Mission pioneers reach the 66 percent of the world’s population who haven’t had the opportunity to experience Jesus.

    WAYS TO GIVE

    ONLINE
    To make a secure donation quickly, visit Global-Mission.org/giving.

    PHONE
    Call 800-648-5824

    MAIL
    In the United States:
    Global Mission, General Conference
    12501 Old Columbia Pike
    Silver Spring, MD 20904-6601

    In Canada:
    Global Mission
    SDA Church in Canada
    1148 King Street East
    Oshawa, ON L1H 1H8

    Related topics

    Conversion Story

    Begun in a Bar
    Inside Stories

    Begun in a Bar

    In Kenya, Global Mission pioneer Leenus began a new Adventist congregation in a former bar—an unlikely setting that villagers initially rejected. After registering 360 people for Bible studies, baptizing 15, and planting a new church where no Adventist presence existed, Leenus watched God transform skepticism into growth. Today, a new church building stands as a testimony to God’s power and the perseverance of mission work in unreached communities.

    Kenya

    Principal to Two Parents

    BLESS You! – Part 2

    Teacher Who Wept

    Just Before the Poison

    Faith

    Walking by Faith Not by Sight
    Mission Quarterly - Youth and Adult

    Walking by Faith Not by Sight

    In Romania, 11‑year‑old Clara prayed for a native English‑speaking teacher—and God impressed Andreea in Australia to answer the call. Through prayer, conviction, and surrender, Andreea left her job and home to serve as a missionary teacher, becoming the direct answer to a child’s faith‑filled prayer.

    Romania

    Very Pleased Grandmother

    Tasty Eggs and New Clothes

    A Girl Named TMI

    A Place to Belong

    No Stones at SonRise

    Family

    The Broken Cup
    Mission Quarterly - Youth and Adult

    The Broken Cup

    In Sofia, Bulgaria, little Dany entered the Colorful Hope Adventist kindergarten at just 1 year and 9 months old. Her love for Bible stories touched her entire extended family, drawing them closer to Scripture and Adventist teachings. Even after leaving the kindergarten, Dany’s connection remained strong—showing how early spiritual seeds can transform whole families.

    Bulgaria

    Snowy Night’s Prayer

    Week 1 – A Baby

    Cow Carpet Mix-Up

    Spirit-Led Encounters