Today is very memorable in our minds. Six police armed with big guns came walking on the mission campus of Nkara this morning. Immediately, thoughts went to the 2007 invasion by two nearby hostile villages. Jim's life was at stake then. What could they possibly want? Everything has been running exceptionally well. Could satan possibly have sneaked a foot in the door during these last few weeks of Jim's stay in Congo?
Were these demon-rocked villages of Mibiere and Mpene making new threats to invade Nkara one more time? Did they want some of Jim's blood? Were they here to hassle our people? Jim? Why did they bring guns of this size with them? What were they going to try to impose on Jim? It was no joke, Jim knew.
They opened their mouths; they imposed a plea.
They showed desperation.
Their eyes displayed longing.
Their faces presented deep yearning.
Weary from the 60 mile walk, they were fading with exhaustion.
What was driving them to walk so far?. . . to walk so far to Nkara of all places?
They began to speak. Unbelievable peace and utter amazement followed.
They spoke with urgency.
"Please, please Mr Jim, give us a Bible. We are starving for God's Word. We must have it. To show you how earnest we are, we
have walked these many miles in hopes that you will give us each one a Bible. Please. We must have one. We are hearing how
it changes lives. We want our lives changed."
Jim led 3 of them to the Lord. They walked away with the great treasure they sought.
God, you are amazing.
Your word and Your Name you place above everything else? These men likewise have given you and Scripture high priority.
Would to God we would too!
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From the most frightening of situations to the most blessed!
Everything that has been accomplished in the last few months at Nkara is eclipsed by this amazing transformation. Praise God!
Amen! Hallelujah for the cross, Karen! Love you. Nancy
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