“Evangelism is not just about preaching; it is about listening, understanding, and building real relationships.”
Josh grew up in a Seventh-day Adventist environment, but for much of his early life, he lived far from God. Chasing worldly pleasures and the approval of others, he thought he knew what would bring happiness. Yet through closed doors, unexpected accidents, and disrupted plans, God kept stepping in, redirecting his path and gently revealing a better purpose for his life.
After graduation, Joshua followed God’s calling and joined Adventist World Radio’s Center for Digital Evangelism. For him, this role isn’t just a title: it’s a life mission. “It is a chance to grow spiritually and personally while sharing Christ’s message with others,” he reflects. Every day brings opportunities to connect, witness, and walk closer with Jesus.
But it hasn’t always been easy. One of Joshua’s biggest battles has been consistency in his spiritual life. The demands of ministry and the distractions of daily life often made it difficult to stay grounded in prayer and the Word. At first, he believed that working harder would strengthen his faith. But instead, it left him exhausted and spiritually dry.
His turning point came when he realized a powerful truth: true spiritual growth doesn’t come from striving harder, but from surrendering deeper. “I understood that true spiritual growth does not come from my strength but from fully trusting God,” he shared. With this shift, he began to experience peace. Even during spiritual dryness or doubt, he learned to lean on God, not himself. Over time, that dependence transformed his relationship with Christ, making it more intimate, more alive, and more sustaining.
As he continued on his mission, Joshua encountered people from various cultures and religions. He realized that staying rooted in his Seventh-day Adventist beliefs didn’t mean closing doors. “Finding common ground with others allows me to share Christ’s love more effectively,” he says. His heart for evangelism grew beyond words and sermons; it became about presence, about truly seeing people, about loving as Christ loved.
Today, Joshua is confident in his calling. He clings to the promise of 1 Peter 2:9, which reminds him, “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light.”
Joshua knows this journey isn’t about perfection; it’s about trust. And with every life touched, every soul heard, he sees that God is leading, step by step, heart by heart.
