A Story of Grace

My translator today was incredible. One of the flagship programs of Operation Mobilization is their team program for young programs. Immediately after graduating the equivalent of Indian high school, young people join an OM CP (church planting) team. These teams are sent into the field to do evangelism in an area and then leave that area once a fellowship group large enough to warrant a pastor has been established. Twice per year they spend a week at OM headquarters studying to receive their B.Th. (Bachelor's of Theology). Members of these teams learn English, practical ministry skills, and how to live and work with different people.

G is about to finish her fourth year of this program and graduate with her B.Th. When she started four years ago, she didn't know any English. Today she translated for me for almost six hours straight of praying, counseling, and listening to people.

G grew up as a Christian, but has a dramatic story. Her father was a Hindu killer. His job seemed to be to kill people that were fighting in the village. One day, he killed too many people and the police wanted to arrest him. He fled to the village church where the pastor told him about Jesus and forgiveness. G was three years old. Her father became a Christian.

However, being a Christian wasn't accepted in her village. Her family was sent away to another village, where they were rejected as well. In spite of this persecution, her father opened a tea shop which grew into a meal spot and finally a full restaurant. Today, G and her older brother both work for OM in India.

Another amazing story of our redeeming God.