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From Emptiness to Fullness.



In the quiet town of Brunswick, GA, Eleany Novoa began a journey that would change her life forever. It started with a simple invitation from her son-in-law to attend a small church led by Elder Jorge Funez. Although Eleany had been deeply religious her entire life and faithfully attended many churches, she always felt a deep inner emptiness—an unfilled void she couldn't explain.

“I’ve always searched for peace,” Eleany shared. “Everywhere I was invited, I would go, hoping to find something that would calm my spirit.” But the peace she longed for always seemed just out of reach—until she joined a small study group for the Pentecost 2025 program at the local Adventist church.

Something was different this time. The warmth of the small group, the power of God’s Word, and the sincere fellowship touched her heart. Soon, she began attending the Hispanic Bible seminar in Savannah. By the third night, Eleany was overwhelmed—not with emptiness, but with joy.

“My heart is full of God,” she said, beaming. “I’ve never felt such peace. I’ve never felt God this close. This must be the true church of God, the true Church. And I want to be baptized—tomorrow.”

And so it was. That very next evening, Eleany Novoa was baptized, surrounded by her new church family. But the blessings didn’t stop there. On the following Sabbath, her daughter, son-in-law, and grandchildren also gave their lives to Christ and were baptized.

Eleany’s story reminds us that God continues to work powerfully in the hearts of those who seek Him. Through small groups, open hearts, and genuine fellowship, lives are being transformed—and entire families are finding peace at last.

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Shared by by Gerardo Gomez, Pastor of the Savannah and Brunswick District

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