Our Testimonies

Jesse Davila - Bass (bd. 2/24/1968)

I’ve only been singing for the Lord since the year 2000, but I’ve always had a special place in my heart for him. Growing up in a Hispanic home I was introduced to God early in life. Unfortunately, as I grew into my teens, and later as a young adult at Bowling Green State University, I strayed away from God. Being on my own for the first time, and in a college environment, I did the usual stuff most college kids do. I was lost!

Many years went by, but while I was in graduate school (Miami University - Oxford, OH) I dedicated my life to serving Jesus again (I believed I was saved, but there was one important piece that was missing - more on that in a bit). At that time I was married and we had and two children. God was really blessing me and life looked good for many years. As we all know though there will be times we find ourselves in the valley and that happened to me when my marriage failed. Needless to say I was devastated, but what I didn't know was that God had bigger plans for me!

It wasn’t long after that when I was asked to be the sound engineer for Jericho Road. I accepted the offer and all was well. One day at practice I picked up a microphone and sang along on a song called Daddy Sang Bass and ever since then I have been the bass singer for Jericho Road. Though there have been many memorable moments over the years one of the greatest accomplishments I was able to participate in was when Jericho Road went to the Philippines for a two week mission trip in March of 2010. While we were there many heard the Gospel and we were blessed with well over 100 people coming forward for Christ!!

Today, I am now married to a wonderful woman of God (Lisa) and together we have three daughters (Kaylene, Beth & Haley) that make up our family. I can also say that I am truly saved now! A Christian brother, that I was studying the Word with, showed me through the Word of God that I was not truly saved. Yes, in the past I had proclaimed that I was a sinner and repented of those sins. Yes, in the past I had proclaimed that Jesus died on the cross for my sins, but what I didn't have was water baptism. I thought my baptism when I was two months old had that covered, but I was mistaken. The Word of God clearly states that one must proclaim with their mouth that they are a sinner and repent of those sins, believe that Jesus died on the cross for those sins and then be baptized into Christ's death and resurrection via water baptism. All these things need to be done to be truly saved. I did not have all the pieces when I thought I was saved in graduate school, but now I do!

I praise and give God all the Glory for everything He has blessed me with and for allowing me to sing in Jericho Road and with the three wonderful men of faith that help make up the group. Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to stop by our web site. It is my prayer that our ministry blesses you and lifts your spirit today. God Bless...

Email: jxdavila@ameritech.net

Ernie Pagal - Baritone (bd. 8/10/1952)

I grew up in one of the smallest countries in the world. The Philippine islands are composed of over 1700 islands. There are three main islands named Lozon, Visayas, and Mindanao. I was born in Lozon, in the providence of Pagasinan. It is located in the northern part of the island, which is approximately 390 miles north of Manila.

In 1971, I made a decision in my life when I heard the gospel about Jesus. I knew that my life was going in the wrong direction and was without hope. I was involved in many things that were not pleasing to God, but God's love is so amazing, that in spite of all my wrongdoing, and my sins, He forgave me. 1 Jon 1:9 says "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all our unrighteousness." Singing has always been a part of my life, even while growing up. I used to sing on the way to our farm riding my water buffalo. I sang secular songs, but when I let Jesus Christ be the Lord of my life, I began to sing gospel songs.

I went to Bible College to study to be a pastor. That is where I met my wife (Brenda), who had been a missionary to the Philippines for four years. In 1976 we came to the United States and made our home in Findlay, Ohio. We've been married for almost 37 years, and God has blessed us with six wonderful children and nine grandchildren.

I have been involved in gospel music ever since I came to America. In 2004 God led me to compete in the talent search at the Hancock Co. Fair where I was awarded 1st place. Then on New Years Eve 2004, I was asked by Betty Brauneller to sing the national anthem, as well as three songs of my choice. Betty was the president of the Lighthouse ministry in Findlay, and also a co-founder of the Jericho Road gospel music ministry, along with her husband Russ. After I sang that night, Betty asked me to practice with them for their upcoming concert on TV 39 in Marion, Ohio. I have been a part of Jericho Road ever since. The Lord has blessed Jericho Road, even though Betty went home to be with the Lord. God has been so good to us, that He has provided another singers to cover Betty's part. Please pray for us, that God will use us more for His kingdom and for His pleasure to bring the gospel through music. God Bless all of you and thank you for your prayers and support.

Email: erniepagal@yahoo.com

Dan Clark - Lead (bd. 7/15/1970)

I grew up in the country just outside of Carey, Ohio. I am the third oldest of seven children and I graduated from Upper Sandusky High School in 1988. I had every intention of going to college after graduation, but I ended up getting married and starting a family instead. I have four great kids (Krista, Casey, Daniel Jr. and Shelby) and one grandchild (Lexi). I was born and raised Catholic and have always had Jesus in my heart. I currently attend church at Victory Chapel Fellowship in Cygnet, OH.

I have always enjoyed singing. My mom taught me to sing when I was just three years old. I sang in several different choirs in high school and I also sang in the choir at Our Lady of Consolation in Carey, Ohio. I didn’t really start using my gift to serve the Lord until about eight years ago. I started singing with Jacob Reel and a group called “The Living Branches”. In 2005 I released a CD entitled “Be Ready For His Return”. Then, in September 2006, God put me in the path of Jericho Road, and I am so very thankful that God did that. God has given me so many blessings and I am thankful for every one of them.

If I could give anyone some words of wisdom they would be: “Keep your eyes on Jesus Christ and He will see you through anything”. May God bless all of you as much as He has me.

Email: dclark70@columbus.rr.com

Chris Horne - Tenor (bd. 9/18/1966)

I grew up in Hardin County, outside of Kenton, OH. I began my singing career by singing in church when I was 6 years old. My vocal training began with me sitting down with my mother and listening to old gospel records she would play. I would memorize all the words.

When I was 10 years old I dedicated my life to Christ and continued singing His gospel in song. After graduating from Hardin Northern High School in 1986 I did a lot of traveling and met many people. In 1989, while singing in Mt. Victory, OH, I met my wife to be Heather and we were married in 1990. We have two sons, Dustin and Brayden.

I remember the time when I attended a Kingsmen's concert and that's when I was bitten by the "Quartet Bug". I was hooked on this style of music! In 1999 I felt God calling me to become even more dedicated to singing so the family and I moved to Florence, KY and I joined the Compassion Quartet. Later, in 2003, God opened the door and blessed me with the opportunity to sing with the national group, The Sky Line Boys. A couple years later I joined the Promised Heirs, but then had to come off the road to take care of my family.

I am so thankful that God has given me the opportunity to sing with many quartets. Now, His path has led me to Jericho Road. It is our prayer that something we say or sing will help you through your day. Oh, what s Savior He is! May God Bless you all.

Email: chorne@columbus.rr.com