In July 2025, TransformNation (TfN) interns from Class E officially completed their 8-year journey. Here are their testimonies of how God has shaped and transformed their lives along the way.
JESSICA
All praise to God that I’ve finished my journey with TfN after eight incredible years. Through all the ups and downs, God has been so faithful in shaping my heart and using me to reach my students. In my class, the students usually do a daily devotion, where they read the Bible and answer three reflection questions. One day, as I was reading their responses, my heart leapt for joy and praised the Lord! One student, who has been one of the most resistant whenever I talk about the love of Jesus, wrote, “Jesus is my Savior. He can be my friend. Teacher, I want to accept Jesus in my life.I want to trust God and know Him more.” Can you imagine how excited I was?
I have decided to continue teaching at Sumba school for another year while praying about pursuing a master’s degree. Deep in my heart, I want to keep learning so I can serve even better.
My prayers:
Please pray that God gives me clarity and wisdom as I consider pursuing a master’s degree. May He guide my steps and fulfill my desire to grow and serve others more deeply.
MARIA
When I joined TfN, I was known as the quiet, timid girl who lacked confidence. But over the years, God used the program to completely reshape my life. Through patient mentors, deep discipleship, and the daily rhythm of God’s Word, I found my voice, my calling, and a love for serving children in remote places. One of my students, Kela, couldn’t read and often reacted with anger. He even responded by hitting me. I remembered how my mentors never gave up on me, so I did the same for him. I prayed, sat with him, taught him to read, and helped him manage his emotions. Ten months later, he could read fluently and had become a joy to his classmates and family. God truly transforms lives, one faithful step at a time.
Looking back, I’m amazed at how God has transformed me. I was trusted to lead a school and guide a team. As a principal, I applied what I learned about Christian leadership at TfN. I built an open, Scripture-centered team culture where conflicts are resolved with honesty, forgiveness, and grace. We don’t entertain gossip but instead encourage and strengthen one another. With God’s help, our team became stronger and more joyful, even in the face of challenges. This journey has shown me that God not only calls, but also equips and transforms.
My prayers:
Please pray as I continue serving at the school in Flores this year. Pray that I can reflect the love of Jesus to the children and community, build a team united in God’s Word, and serve with a heart fully devoted toglorifying Him. May I also welcome my new teammates with grace, love, and humility.
SAMANTHA
During my time in the field, I’ve seen how God is not only shaping me spiritually, but also building my character, patience, and obedience. TfN has taught me that it’s not about my strength or skills, but about trusting His call and being willing to be shaped. Through challenges, I’ve learned to fully depend on Him. I’ve also grown through my relationships with my fellow teachers. Learning tolisten, serve, and love sincerely. It’s not always easy, but His grace is always enough for me.
My prayers:
Please pray that I remain faithful in my calling,and stay rooted in obedience and grace.
DANA
At TfN, I learned things I never experienced growing up. My family never expressed love, pain, or joy. I lived emotionally numb for years. But that began to change when I became a student at TfN. Through meaningful activities and teachings, I experienced the love of Jesus and was shaped to lead, teach, and care with compassion.
The challenges I’ve faced in the field have taught me what it truly means to be a teacher: one who stands firm in the storm. I often feel like a mother caught in crashing waves, yet still holding her baby tight. Despite the exhaustion, I press on. Teaching has transformed how I see others and myself. When I look at the children singing, dancing, and learning in my classroom, I no longer see just students. I see souls of great worth. Each one is a life deeply loved by God, and I am honored to walk with them.
My prayers:
Please pray that I continue to grow as a teacher.I’m still considering several plans for the future, but I often feel uncertain and hesitant to take the next steps. Pray that God would give me courage, peace, and clear direction to move forward inHis perfect timing and purpose.
