God Will Fight for You

In 2015, I was in my second year studying theology at Peruvian Adventist University. I was the only woman student in the classroom.

Most of my friends were sure that God had called them to be pastors.

I was also very sure that God had called me to do a work for Him, but I could not imagine the way that God was preparing for me.

At the time, I attended a Faith and Science Conference in Peru. The speaker was Dr. Ben Clausen, who works at the Geoscience Research Institute at Loma Linda University, California, United States of America.

I felt very impressed about the relationship between science and the Bible. I asked God, “If You have a plan for me in this area, please help me learn more about that.” One year later, I emailed Dr. Clausen. I shared with him my story and my interest in faith and science. He told me, “I know God has a plan for your life.” In 2018, I graduated from theology and started applying for a master’s degree in geology at Loma Linda University. As an international student, I had to take different exams.

When I failed my English exam, I was so disappointed with myself. I prayed and told God that I did my best on the exam. I asked Him, “If You want me to stay in Peru, please help me find a job, but if You want to take me to Loma Linda University, open the doors because I cannot do any more.” Everything happened after that prayer; it was a miracle from God. In 2019, Loma Linda University accepted me as a graduate student. Now Dr. Clausen is my advisor and is a friendly and passionate scientist.

He teaches me to love igneous rocks and minerals! Sometimes we do our best; we work hard to achieve our professional and family dreams, but we do not have many results. However, I encourage you to wait on God if you have done your best because He wants to fight for you as He fought for the Israelite people.

Dear friend, nothing is impossible for God! The Lord will fight for you.

Search for God with all your heart!

Raquel Bendita Larico