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TESTIMONIES

Every Bible tells a story—these are just a few.

Each testimony below reflects a life touched by God’s Word. From quiet moments of encouragement to powerful reminders of His presence, we hope these stories show just how far a single gift can go.

Granny

My Bible is my love letter from Jesus. David and his granddaughter made it personal. It is so beautiful. I am 82 year's old, had a Sunday School teacher that told me when I was four year old that Jesus love's me. She was right. I hope my faith becomes sight soon Because He Lives, Granny 👵

Dana S.

This ministry is such a blessing.

Rachael

So blessed to receive this Bible! Thank you for all you do.

Blake H.

God is good all the time. Even when we are walking in the wilderness, it’s not punishment it’s preparation for a blessing.

Terry H.

God is moving in my life.

Brenda

I’m blessed to get this bible to learn more about god.

Robert G.

This is truly an amazing gift and I know it will serve me and my family for years to come.
Thank you all!

Vickie B.

Beautiful and Blessed!!

Huey T.

This is an awesome gift. It’s very appreciated.

Allyson S.

I’m 65 and as I read this bible , Gods word speaks to me in a way that I had not previously experienced. I am grateful.

Megan F.

My 9 year old recieved an engraved bible as part of a goodies package before baseball World Series. Out of all the cool things in his bag, the first thing he pulled out to show me was his bible. As if the gorgeous engraving wasn’t enough, I’m in complete awe of the bookmarks and highlights. What a true gift!

Senator Phil K.

Just wanted to thank you for the Bible!

Christy D.

It reminded me of the fire I had when I first submitted to God

Dustin M.

God bless

Holly W.

Beautiful Bible, I will treasure it forever.

Melvin A.

I love my bible it has been a blessing to me.

Ella-Kay G.

Linzy has blessed Ella-Kay (her goddaughter) with her first bible and we are so thankful for her.

JC Bryant

This personalized study bible has blessed my life. This bible is “The Game Changer” for the good life. I’m happy to receive this precious gold mine with all it’s true riches.

Lenny W.

This is GOD Work Bless all involved

Krislyn T.

What you're doing as absolutely beautiful.

Bryce M.

This Bible gift has allowed me to be brought closer to the word of God and I will forever cherish this gift!

Annie S.

Thank you so much for this beautiful gift!!!!

Becky S.

This has definitely been a great book to read, although I'm not finished.

Rosalyn

I am so thankful for this wonderful bible.

Janice G.

My Bible is beautiful. It is a special gift from my sister that I will treasure forever. Thank you for your service and continued mission to spread the Gospel. God Bless!

Adele M.

It’s so beautiful, and will be greatly cherished for generations!

Robert M.

This is such a special gift- thank you so much!

Pastor Otis

I want to thank you all for this gift. I've been a Pastor of 23 years and this is one of the top 3 best study bibles I've had.

David

This Bible has opened my mind to new way of learning about Jesus Christ and his ministry.

Sarah

I requested Bibles for our women's ministry and Sarah sent one personalized to me also, which was such a wonderful surprise!! Thank you all so much for the amazing work that you do! Love y'all. God bless!

Ryan

Received my bible last year after my small group and this year Todd helped me get some for my small group. Passing them out today. Thank you so much for this blessing and I promise you they will not be going to waste. Have a blessed day.

Lexi

I am thankful for God’s word. For the first time I am reading it cover to cover. I am praying to understand it and see HIM in every book.

Morgan

I am blessed to be learning about this ministry. I look forward to donating and being a part of it. I’m grateful Mr. Cherry told me about it.

Debera

God has truly blessed my life. I joined church at a very young age. Over the years my relationship with God has grown stronger. I pray to him for wisdom, knowledge and understanding. I have suffered great losses in my life but God has stood right beside me. My Jesus has carried me through many storms. The Holy Ghost has renewed my spirit. I will continue to pass on the love of Jesus to everyone I can. I want to be a living testimony to his grace, mercy and his kindness. There is no love like the love of Jesus.

James

Thank you very much for this blessing. Also the generosity has also reached my son and as a father I am blessed to ensure my son has a personal bible himself.

Paige

Love this Bible! It’s beautiful!

Lilyan

My Bible is so pretty

Madelyn

Love my Bible and that it’s pink!

Hillman

I look forward to reading this bible daily.

Vickie

Amazingly Beautiful gift, filled with love…

Norman R.

Todd,

Thank you so much for the thoughtful gift you sent.

The Bible you sent is a gorgeous book and certainly something to behold! My girlfriend and I have already been reading it together. We like the “cliff notes” sections as these are very informative for us.

We will certainly cherish this lovely book and thank you again for thinking of me.

I hope all is well with you and your family and DH is treating you well!

Pastor Wycliffe, Arise and Shine Church - Kenya

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. I am Pst. Wycliffe from Arise and Shine Church in Kenya. The Life application study Bible has improved my study and has made me better than I was. For example: the concordance and the notes, make it clear on the author, when it was written, purpose, and key people which enabled me to handle it correctly. Per 2 Tim 2:15 God bless Dove and Lion Ministries, continue supporting us.

Kennedy Okiru

Praise Jesus, I am pastor Kennedy Okiru, of Jesus Everlasting Worship Alter, Kimilili (KENYA). I am among those who benefited from Life Application study Bible through Dove and Lion Ministries. The Bible has really helped me and the entire congregation on understanding deeper biblical insight. For a few weeks I have started four cell group bible centers with the help of this one study bible. I can see gradual spiritual growth. May God bless you and your entire team who have worked very hard to make sure we have been blessed. I am very grateful on behalf of our church.

Bro Abel, Ethiopia

Brother David, I'm touched beyond words!! I'm humbled and so grateful! Your thoughtfulness is a gift I will always treasure & will keep in mind the highlighted biblical verses too. May Lord Jesus Christ bless you more and more!! More blessings to you!!

Sooli Moses

I am Sooli Moses, The Coordinator ABM Uganda From Miracle Center Church Kachumbala. I received The Life Application Bible From Dove & Lion Ministries as they came for a Mission in Uganda with Armor Bearer Ministry International.

This Bible is very unique compared to others. It brings the Historical word to reality in our daily application of life, it is easy to read due to simple English with deeper explanation at the side. What has been difficult to understand, is simplified. It makes the learner or the reader have direct revelations. For instance, in the book of John 3:26, the disciples of John the Baptist were disturbed because people were following Jesus instead of John. In The Life Application Bible, it explains how it is easy for any person to grow jealous of the popularity of another person's ministry, yet a true mission is to influence people to follow Jesus Christ. This is what is happening today in churches, most leaders fight to destroy fellow ministries to promote their own as the best. If all ministers of God can get a chance to receive and read this Life Application Bible, it will bring great transformation in spiritual life. I just enjoy reading the word of God. Even hard books like Revelations are now becoming easier to understand. Long live Dove and Lion ministry and ABM International who support the gospel for the entire world.

Rev. Ezekiel Namusole - Kenya

I have looked at what the great Life Application Study Bible had to say about the text. It has led me to correct my misinterpretations and always enriched my understanding. I’m deeply grateful to the Dove and Lion's Ministries. I wish to express my gratitude to Mr. and Mrs. Parker Wagon for their great contribution to The Church Universal in terms of exegetical scholarship. I have dedicated to use this Bible for the spiritual growth of the church in Malakisi, Kenya. Thanks a lot and may the Almighty God bless you richly. Yours faithfully, Rev Ezekiel Namusole, Arm bearer Coordinator, Malakisi.

Brother Mezgebu, Bishop of East Africa in ACIF

Dear Brother David Hoke, 

 I trust this message finds you well. I am writing to express my deepest gratitude and appreciation for the profound impact you have made in my life and in the lives of those around me through the generous gift of the LASB (Life Application Study Bible) with the unique ID code 2026. 

This invaluable gift has truly become a treasure of wisdom and a spiritual library for those of us who cherish the word of God. The LASB has not only enriched my understanding of the scriptures, but it has also provided guidance and insight that has deeply resonated with my spiritual journey. 

Its impact has been profound, and I am constantly amazed by the depth of wisdom and knowledge it contains. Furthermore, I would like to add my admiration for your remarkable vision and the positive influence you have had on our community. 

Your role as a vision caster is truly inspiring, and the LASB gift is a testament to your selflessness and the love you have for those who love the word of God.

I am grateful beyond words for your generosity, and I am continually inspired by your example. I believe that your vision and the impact of the LASB gift have touched many lives, and I am honored to be among those who have been blessed by your kindness and vision. Once again, thank you, dear Brother David, for your unwavering dedication and the profound impact you have made through your selfless actions. Your generosity and vision have truly made a difference in our lives. 

Topper

If you don't have much time to read this, just know that I am sincerely grateful.

I recently attended the Louisiana Family Forum Gala where your bibles had been presented to Dale and Gene as well as many of the award winning politicians. I was secretly envious when I saw them, for they are nicer than any bible I have ever owned (However, equally as nice as bibles I have gifted to others). Today, I friend from church who leads an offshore Bible study stopped by with one of your Bibles as a gift for me! He told me that he had met an employee of SafeArc on his platform who connected him with David Hoke, who I understand leads this ministry.

Upon receiving the Bible, with all of its personalized etching, I grew anxious to learn which translation it was. Mine is the NKJV, which links me back to the church in which I was reborn almost 25 yeas ago in Syracuse, New York. Pastor Ken Smith Sr. used the NKJV. This church bears some minor significance in that Rosaria Champagne Butterfield was also brought to faith in this church under Ken Smith Sr. about a year before my own conversion. She is now famous for a series of books that started with The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert and enjoys speaking on a circuit.

I am most appreciative of the work you do and have prayed a blessing on your future success!

God's blessing upon you,Topper

Otis A.

Men and women of God, since serving in the legislature, I have never received a gift more beautiful or nearly as impressive and thoughtful as the gift said the Word of our God that you have given. I personally appreciate your contribution to the legislative body but more so to the body of Christ. I am a Pastor for a little over 23 years now and I would love to partner with your ministry in furthering this movement of God by sharing in His word. I would also like to purchase a Bible for my wife and our two children, who are students in college. Please advise on how to do that. Thank you again for the Word! Blessings to you and your ministry.

Candy S.

Truly appreciate all the hard work you put into these bibles. Continue blessing people with your amazing work. You are truly appreciated.

Timothy S.

I cannot say enough how timely receiving this bible was. This was a divine appointment from God to put it on my heart to reach out to you. This was unexpected, but graciously received. My wife was ecstatic when I gave her this special personalized bible. We were both in tears of joy and are very excited to be blessed with this wonderful gift. This is a very special moment for me and has sparked my desire to learn and get back on fire for God.

Webster B.

Please pray for me and my colleagues in the Florida State Legislature.

Mallory

I love my bible.

Brad L.

Thank you for this bible!

Lea

Thank you for my Bible. I have always wanted a Life Application Study Bible. Imagine my surprise when a co-worker got me one. I was thrilled to have this treasure.

Keith B.

Thank you for the bible. I pray your ministry is a success.

Jude M.

Thank you for the Bible. The cover is absolutely beautiful work, and I would like to thank my Brother in Christ Todd Simar.

Brian W.

It will definitely be getting used! Thanks and God bless!

Erich L.

Thanks for showing me an opportunity to minister to others with gifts of Bibles.

James V.

Truly a blessing from God and came to me in the exact moment I needed it most.

Timaka J.

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I’m deeply humbled, honored, and truly blessed to receive this amazing gift. This bible is so beautiful and impressive. But more than that, it reminds me there are real good people in the world who are praying beautiful blessings over my life, and I don't even know who they are. BUT GOD!!!! I praise HIM for all things! Great and small. This is the very BEST gift that I have received since I have been in the legislature. Again, thank you!

Doug R.

The beginning of faithful reading.

Jay R.

Brother David, I truly appreciate the gift of God’s word. I love my God, and his son Jesus who was and is The Living Word!

Linzy L.

This was such a blessing! It opened a door for me to be a blessing to others!

Brian W.

Bro, I got the Study Bible you sent me, and I am truly at a loss for words. I literally got choked up when I opened it! Thank you so much! It is awesome! I love everything about it from the scripture to the ROL logo on the cover!

Charles L.

I just wanted to personally reach out and say thank you for such an amazing gift. I truly appreciate it. John 14:6 ‘I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.’

Miranda Miers

I’m so grateful for my Bible. I have been wanting one like this for years. I have strongly held on to God’s word through every season of my life. Thank you for all you do to share God’s word.

Jesse Bundy

Thanks for the beautiful bible, I love it, it's really cool.

Stephanie Blackwell

Beautiful bible and so excited to take a deeper dive into the word!!

Dale Hoffpauir

So thankful for your ministry. Looking forward to using this Bible for my 2025 time with Jesus.

Wendy Bundy – JoyFM

I love this Bible! The personalization makes it so unique, and it came at a time when I truly needed a message from God, and He used you to send it. This is a beautiful ministry, and I have been telling people all about it. My son is so eager to see his. He can’t wait to use it. I have two very special ladies in our Sunday School class that would benefit from one of these Bibles.

Derek Fleming – Texas Offshore

The beautiful Bible received stays on the platform and is used twice a week during our weekly Bible study. Thank you for the gift, and I have asked God to continue to bless your ministry.

Randy Bridges

Always good to focus on the ‘Living Word,’ allowing it to become alive in and through God’s people.

Alison R.

Hey, I wanted to tell you a month ago...

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