Faith Talks
Called to Stay, Called to Serve
What happens when a young woman says no to the American dream and yes to God? In this powerful episode from Fiji, Christine Rokoduru shares how the Lord called her to stay—and how He’s used her ever since. From salvation to surrender, you’ll hear waves of grace and faith as Christine’s story unfolds.
Episode Summary
In this episode of Faith Talks, Anna Faith Gillmore sits down with Christine Rokoduru, a pastor’s wife in Fiji whose testimony shines with surrendered faith and steadfast service. From her dramatic salvation and bold decision to remain in Fiji rather than move to the U.S., to becoming a pastor’s wife at just 18 years old, Christine’s story is a compelling portrait of a woman fully yielded to the call of God. Her wisdom, humility, and joy in serving the Lord will challenge and encourage you to trust Him with every step of your journey.
Topics Discussed
- Christine’s clear and powerful salvation testimony
- Saying “no” to the opportunity to move to America
- How she began praying for her future husband at 16
- God’s answer in bringing her together with Malachi
- Becoming a pastor’s wife at 18 and growing through ministry trials
- Fears from childhood and ministry—and the Scriptures that anchored her
- Encouragement for young women preparing to serve the Lord
- Her life verses: Proverbs 3:5–6 and Psalm 37:4
Key Takeaways
- God’s call is not always to go—but to stay, and obedience brings peace.
- A simple prayer of faith can shape a lifetime of blessing.
- Ministry isn’t easy, but it’s worth it when your focus stays on Christ.
- Trust and surrender are not one-time acts, but daily choices.
- Your background doesn’t determine your future—God does.
Faith Talks is a monthly program on the Thee Generation Podcast designed to help young ladies grow in faith and live it out daily. Have a question for the Faith Twins or our guest? Email faithtalks@theegeneration.org.
If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube Music. Your feedback helps others discover the Thee Generation and be challenged to live a life of total surrender to God.
Anna Faith Fuller is co-host of the Faith Talks program, wife to Jonathan "Boogie" Fuller, BCM graduate, web developer for GoMission, and daughter of Mark Gillmore. She loves adventure, sunsets, and her husband.
