Doctors Said Give Up Our Baby… But We Said NO | A Filipino Family’s Faith Over Fear

Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode of Rise Tayo, I sit down with my college friend, Cel Ryan—from our days at Andres Bonifacio College in Dipolog City—to share a testimony of faith, resilience, and God’s faithfulness through life’s most difficult seasons.Cel shares how his journey with Jesus began after high school through a missionary, and how his family remained steadfast in their faith—even when others didn’t understand their decision to follow Christ.From failing his CPA board exam to persevering and passing years later… From immigrating to Canada during a recession and taking on humble jobs like cleaning offices and pumping gas… To eventually stepping into God’s promise and provision in a foreign land…This journey was not just built on hard work—but on God’s promises.Before coming to Canada, Cel and his family received a prophecy that they would prosper in a foreign land—and they held on to that word, even in seasons of uncertainty, lack, and doubt.Years later, another promise was spoken over their family—that they would have another child.And they believed God.But what followed would test their faith like never before.Their daughter was born at just 24 weeks, weighing a little over 500 grams, and fought for her life in the NICU for 111 days.Doctors told them to give up. Fear surrounded them. The outcome was uncertain.But they chose faith.They held on to the promises God had spoken. They declared life. They stood on the Word of God. They trusted Him—despite what they saw.And today, their daughter is a living testimony of God’s grace and miracle-working power.Now a business owner and mortgage broker, Cel continues to boldly live out his faith—praying over clients, operating in God’s economy, and pointing people back to Jesus.✨ Be encouraged to trust God in uncertain seasons ✨ Hold on to His promises—even when circumstances say otherwise ✨ Choose faith over fear (2 Timothy 1:7) ✨ Seek Jesus—the only way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6)“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11🎧 If this episode blessed you, share it with someone who needs hope today.If you're in Edmonton, Alberta Canada, follow Cel Ryan on FB: Cel Ryan Paluca.  👉 Follow Rise Tayo for more stories of faith, resilience, and purpose in the Filipino-American journey.