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“They That Be with Us”

You’re not alone! Hear the rally cries of students from across the world

In a special devotional to BYU-Pathway Worldwide students, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, reassured students with a story from the Old Testament. 1
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See “Special Broadcast” (BYU-Pathway Worldwide devotional, Nov. 1, 2018), byupathway.org/speeches
Surrounded by an enemy army, the prophet Elisha’s young servant cries out in fear. Elisha tells him, “Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them.” 2 Thanks to a miracle, the servant sees that they were being protected by an army of angels that outnumbered the enemy.

Your global support system

Similarly, you are part of a community that knows no boundaries or borders. You have a host of instructors, peers, mentors, service missionaries, and friends that are ready to come to your aid at a moment’s notice. Here are just a few words of encouragement from your fellow students:

Adriana Saldivar, Mexico

“It is never too late to learn, it is never too late to continue, and it is never too late to achieve your dreams. Just don't give up until you achieve it. I can testify that you will see miracles in your life by doing everything necessary to be loyal to the Lord.”
Adriana Saldivar, Mexico


Gandhi Barthelemy, Haiti

“For anyone who has started the program but has not yet completed it, I encourage you to do so. I firmly believe that with dedication and commitment, anyone can overcome their difficulties and succeed in the program.”
Gandhi Barthelemy, Haiti


Nokunthula Ndiweni, Zimbabwe

“I have learned that BYU-Pathway is an amazing and inspired place where love, unity, and the Holy Spirit reside. There is help always from the instructors, peer mentors, classmates, and the Holy Spirit.”
Nokunthula Ndiweni, Zimbabwe


Aboli Ebissan, Ivory Coast

"I tell my friends that there are great blessings ahead and their trials will be for a short time if they endure them faithfully. Nothing comes easily but with determination and putting your trust in God, everything is possible."
Aboli Ebissan, Ivory Coast


Joe Burner, United States

“Do it! It is worth it. If you have any doubts, just go through it and do it. The education and learning environment at BYU-Pathway are totally different by far.”
Joe Burner, United States


Melanie Cavaletto, United States

“I want other ‘older’ students to know that it doesn’t matter how many courses you take a semester or how long it takes you to finish, but it is worth every step so you can say, ‘I did it!’”
Melanie Cavaletto, United States


Asif Tufail, Pakistan

“Please continue your education wherever you are and whatever your circumstances. Education will bring blessings to us and our families.”
Asif Tufail, Pakistan


Marian Uyguangco, Philippines

“I testify that you will never be the same person if you finish your education compared to the person you were before.”
Marian Uyguangco, Philippines


Jesús Marquez, Colombia

"I assure you that BYU-Pathway Worldwide fits your personality and your learning style, and better yet, it will help you to become a better disciple of Jesus Christ."
Jesús Marquez, Colombia


Maria Wati, Indonesia

"You can do it! Trust your potential! Work on your weaknesses and perfect your strengths, you are not alone; God, family, friends, mentors, and our Church leaders are praying for us. If I can do it, you also can do it. Know who you are; you are a child of the Most High God — always remember that!"
Maria Wati, Indonesia


Angels round about you

Just as you have angels to bear you up,don’t forget you lift those around you too. 3 Sometimes being an angel to someone else is the best way to rise above your own doubts, worries, and fears. 4 Most importantly, remember you are never alone!