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Xhulio Poçi's avatar

Gusti, thank you for sharing this. I still remember the impact that listening to Dr. Tarikus Fufa’s testimony had on me, hearing about God’s work in him and through him.

Stories like this are so helpful because they put things into perspective. They bring back a sense of curiosity and wonder that is slowly fading in many of our churches, where we sometimes think we have everything figured out through our plans and structures.

Agustin Prenga's avatar

He is truly a great leader.

Christine Mantlo's avatar

Blessing in Christ Gusti!

This sentence struck a deep cord in my spirit. "When we asked how they navigate difficulty, the answers were simple: generosity, acceptance, helping one another."

I have been studying the book of Galatians for the past three and a half months. My heart and mind have been greatly impacted by the words of Paul to the Galatian church. Each of his words were chosen with deep love, concern and deep conviction of gospel message. This letter is timeless and fitting to the world today.

Today I was reading through the first five verses of chapter six. These passages flashed like a red blinking light. Through your reflections, you helped me to comprehend the depth of Christ's love that it takes to carry one another's burdens. We love one another like Christ has loved and continues to love us. "Carry one another's burdens; in this way and you will fulfill the Law of Christ." Galatians 6:2

Agustin Prenga's avatar

Thank you for this beautiful, thoughtful message. Christianity in Africa and the Global South has a lot to teach and encourage us.

David Hillyer's avatar

Thank you Gusti. As ever each phrase and sentence is loaded with thought provoking resonance - the post deserves a ponderous listen at x0.75 - no rush.

I value your emphasis on ‘listening’ - God gave us two ears and one mouth. D

Agustin Prenga's avatar

I love the word ponder 😎. Thank you for your encouragement.

Christine Mantlo's avatar

Blessing in Christ Gusti!

This sentence struck a deep cord in my spirit. "When we asked how they navigate difficulty, the answers were simple: generosity, acceptance, helping one another."

I have been studying the book of Galatians for the past three and a half months. My heart and mind have been greatly impacted by the words of Paul to the Galatian church. Each of his words were chosen with deep love, concern and deep conviction of gospel message. This letter is timeless and fitting to the world today.

Today I was reading through the first five verses of chapter six. These passages flashed like a red blinking light. Through your reflections, you helped me to comprehend the depth of Christ's love that it takes to carry one another's burdens. We love one another like Christ has loved and continues to love us. "Carry one another's burdens; in this way and you will fulfill the Law of Christ." Galatians 6:2