From Marriage to Missions – May 2025
Last month, I wasn’t able to send out our regular newsletter. It wasn’t neglect—it was preparation. My now-wife and I were caught up in what seemed impossible: planning a wedding in just one month. But in every detail, from the date to the provision, we saw God’s hand move in ways that still bring us to tears.
It all began on April 4, during the launch of Life Sessions at Bahay Kalapihan. That was the night I proposed. Days later, we sought the Lord for the wedding date. In a quiet moment while driving, we looked at the time—5:25 p.m. Then we checked the calendar: May 25, 2025. 5.25.25. And just like that, the Lord sealed it with a verse that anchored our hearts:
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.”
—Ephesians 5:25 (NKJV)
We knew this wasn’t just about us. It was about Jesus, His love for His bride—the Church—and how our marriage could echo that eternal covenant.
“This wedding isn’t about us. It’s about You. It’s about Your glory.”
A Month to Prepare, A Lifetime to Testify
Practically speaking, it was impossible. No monthly salary. No fixed budget. No venue. But we had a promise, and we had faith. I remember crying before God, saying, “This wedding isn’t about us. It’s about You. It’s about Your glory.” That very next morning at 7 a.m., a deposit of ₱50,000 came in—completely unexpected, purely divine. It was God’s clear reminder: I am your Provider.
In the end, the wedding cost around ₱250,000. We can’t even explain how it all came together—except to say, Jehovah Jireh. People from all sides—north, south, east, and west—became vessels of generosity and grace. Friends. Strangers. Covenant partners in missions. We had around 150 guests, and above all else, we preached the Gospel.“No monthly salary. No fixed budget. No venue. But we had a promise, and we had faith.”
A Wedding as a Witness
We didn’t want our wedding to just be about beautiful decorations, nice clothes, or even our love story. We wanted it to be a holy altar—a place where the Gospel would be preached, and Jesus lifted high.
From the beginning, we felt the Lord impress on us that this wedding was a divine assignment. It wasn’t about us being celebrated; it was about Him being revealed. The very core of marriage is rooted in the Gospel: Christ as the Bridegroom, the Church as His Bride. What greater love could we speak of on that day?
So when the moment came to speak, I didn’t prepare a long message. I simply shared what had burned in my heart for weeks:
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her.”
—Ephesians 5:25
I spoke it boldly, not just as a husband, but as a witness. The real love story wasn’t ours—it was Christ’s. His pursuit of us. His sacrifice on the Cross. His longing to return and take His Bride, the Church, to be with Him forever.
And I believe people heard it—not just with their ears, but with their hearts.
We had guests who don’t normally attend church. Some were family. Others were friends of friends. Some we just invited by faith. Yet, they came—and we knew it was more than a celebration. It was a divine appointment.
We planted the seed that day. The seed of the Gospel. We may never know the full harvest that will come from that moment, but we trust God will send laborers to water it. We trust He will cause it to grow.
Because in the end, that’s what we prayed for most:
That people would encounter Jesus.
That they would hear the Gospel clearly.
That our union would point to a greater union still to come—when Christ returns for His glorious Church.
If there was one thing we wanted people to remember, it was this:
Jesus loves you. He gave Himself for you. And He’s coming back.
Our wedding was not a finish line. It was a launch pad—for missions, for ministry, and for the Gospel to go forth even more boldly than before.
All glory to God.
He turned our wedding into a witness.
He turned our love into a living message.
Goodness and Mercy Will Follow
Looking back at the days leading up to our wedding, there were moments of real fear. I found myself staring at the impossibilities—no steady income, no budget, no venue, no formal plans. But in the midst of that uncertainty, I also saw something greater: God’s covenant love in action.
One morning, after pouring my heart out in prayer, I woke up to an unexpected bank deposit. No one knew our need except the Lord. That moment felt like God whispering, “I see you. I hear you. I’m with you.” He was reminding me of His name—Jehovah Jireh, our Provider.
From that point on, things started to unfold—not by human strength, but by divine orchestration. Needs were met, people we didn’t even know became generous partners, and every detail fell into place as though heaven had written the schedule. We didn’t chase blessings. We simply chased His presence. And in return, His goodness and mercy chased us.
“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life;
and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”
—Psalm 23:6 (NKJV)
This verse is no longer just ink on paper for us—it’s a reality we’re living in.
His goodness has gone ahead of us, preparing the way. His mercy stood beside us, covering every weakness, calming every doubt. Every need we had—He met. Every fear we had—He silenced. Not just for the wedding day, but for what comes after.
Now, as we step into this new chapter as husband and wife, we carry a firm conviction:
If He was this faithful in our wedding, how much more in our calling?
We’re not entering married life hoping for His favor—we’re walking in it.
We’re not entering missions unsure of His backing—we’ve seen His hand move already.
This season is not just about provision. It’s about presence. It’s about walking with the Shepherd who leads us beside still waters and through open doors. He has shown us that where there is surrender, there is supply. Where there is obedience, there is overflow.
We are not promised a life free of challenges. But we are promised this:
His goodness and mercy will follow us—all the days of our lives.
And if we stay close to Him, we will lack nothing.
So we go—humbled, grateful, and ready.
Ready to follow the Shepherd wherever He leads.
Ready to witness His goodness in every city, every community, and every soul that hears the Gospel.
Because this story isn’t about us—it’s about the One who walks with us.
And where He walks, goodness and mercy are never far behind.
We stand today as husband and wife, not boasting in ourselves, but in the goodness of God. Truly, Psalm 23 has come alive for us:
“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life…”
He led us through the valley of uncertainty, provided for every need, and now prepares us for the next call: missions.
From the Aisle to the Nations
From Aisle to the Nations
For many, a wedding is a destination—a goal reached, a dream fulfilled. But for us, standing at that altar wasn’t the finish line. It was the starting point. A sacred launching pad for something far greater than a beautiful day—it was the beginning of a lifelong mission.
From the moment we exchanged vows, we knew this was more than just about us. We were not just entering into marriage—we were stepping into covenant purpose. We weren’t simply becoming husband and wife—we were becoming a Kingdom team, assigned and aligned to bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ wherever God would send us.
When we walked down that aisle, we weren’t walking away from the calling. We were walking into it.
God was not just preparing our hearts for marriage. He was preparing our lives for missions. Because to us, the altar wasn’t just for promises—it was for commissioning. And in that holy moment, we felt the Lord saying:
“Now that you are one, you will go as one. I have called you together not just for companionship, but for My cause. Not just to build a home, but to build My house. Not just to live in love, but to carry My love into the nations.”
And almost immediately after our wedding, doors began to open. Invitations came. Mission fields began calling. Local communities, youth groups, small towns—people hungry for the Word, thirsty for truth. The Lord was sending us out—not later, but now. Not when we’re more stable or established—but now, when we are simply willing and available.
We believe this is the heartbeat of heaven: marriages that are missional. Couples that don’t just build for themselves but build for the Kingdom. Families that don’t just settle for comfort but live for a cause. We don’t want to be known for having a beautiful wedding—we want to be known for living a surrendered life that brings glory to God.
Our hometown, Dumaguete City, is our starting ground. But we know the Lord is calling us beyond—across Negros Oriental, across the Philippines, and into the nations. This is just the beginning.
We carry a deep burden for souls. A holy urgency to preach the Gospel while there is still time. And now, we carry it together—with multiplied strength, deeper intimacy, and a united “yes” to the Lord.
So this is our vow not just to each other—but to God:
We will go.
We will serve.
We will preach.
We will love.
We will build what You are building.
From the aisle to the nations, we are Yours.
To everyone who has supported us, prayed for us, and believed in the calling on our lives—thank you. You are part of this mission. You are part of this story. And together, we will see lives transformed, churches ignited, and nations reached.
All for the sake of the Gospel.
All for the glory of Jesus.
Closing Thoughts
From engagement to marriage, and now, onward to missions—I’m reminded that when God writes your story, every page points to His glory. Our union is not just a personal joy—it’s a Kingdom assignment. We were not just brought together for love, but for purpose.
Marriage is not the end goal—it’s a beginning. A beginning of deeper obedience, greater surrender, and wider impact for the Gospel of Jesus Christ. If there’s one thing we’ve learned in this short but powerful season, it’s this:
God will always provide for what He ordains.
Where He leads, He supplies.
What He starts, He finishes.
And those who trust Him will never be put to shame.
To anyone reading this—whether single, engaged, married, or in ministry—remember: God is faithful. And when you give your yes to Him, He will take you places you never imagined, for purposes far greater than you dreamed.
Let’s keep saying yes to Jesus. In marriage. In missions. In every season.
All for His Glory.
With love and expectation,
Mark Daniel & Lady Lenore
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