"What is man that you are mindful of him?” Psalm 8:4
As we sat robed on cushions in a circle on the floor, the air was tense with anticipation. Even with doors locked and windows shrouded, we spoke softly and carefully. This was our first meeting. All of us had traveled long distances, some at tremendous personal risk, to meet with strangers. This was no small step of faith for anyone present.
We introduced ourselves to one another by telling our personal stories. In just a few moments, it was painfully obvious that those from the USA grew up in a very different world than those from the Middle East. Painful because instead of peace there was war, instead of light there was darkness, instead of hope there was hopelessness. My gut wrenched as they described their lives before Christ.
Their conversions were dramatic. Secret conversations and vivid dreams led to bold confessions and personal sacrifice. The Holy Spirit is moving powerfully in their nations, with house churches multiplying beyond our imagination.
Included in their stories were the number of languages each spoke. One spoke five languages. Another spoke six. One spoke nine languages. Another admitted, with some embarrassment, that he spoke only three languages.
As I listened to their stories, I was struck by how God changed their anger and pride into courage and deep humility. Each of them wondered aloud, “Who am I to bring God’s Word to my people?”
You will be reading and hearing more from Wycliffe Associates about how mobile technology is not only putting God’s Word within reach of people worldwide but is enabling them to share in translating His Word into new languages.
Who are you and I to be God’s ambassadors? We are simply His servants. Your prayers, your service, and your stewardship are enabling God’s people to speed His Word to their families, their neighbors, and their nations. Thank you for sharing in making this possible!
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