Harka Bahadur is 69 years old man with severe bone cancer causing him persistent bone pain, swelling, and redness. He had been fighting the pain for years and could not work correctly. Unfortunately, due to poverty, he could not afford the medical treatments. He gave up on his pain and accepted to die in his old days with the disease.
Someone like Harka, coming from the Tharu community, is steadfast in their beliefs of their native Hindu gods and goddesses. It is challenging to share Gospel with them and invite them to God’s kingdom. But just as the Bible says, all knees must bow before His name; all mouths must speak His praises. Harka’s sickness prompted him to bow before Jesus. The countless and commendable efforts of our native missionaries brought him to the church. He gradually became accustomed to coming to church and becoming acquainted with the other brothers. He noticed some relief in his bones and ligaments. He started experiencing comfort in his joints. Our leaders continuously prayed over him, staying fasting and comforting him. The care and prayer finally received a glorious answer.
People could not have imagined that prayers and believers’ love could heal a severe illness like cancer. But everything is possible in God (Matthew 19:26). Today, his new life has elicited many Tharus to come to Christ and submit their lives to Him. Because of his healing, the number of believers has increased. His entire family, relatives, and villagers have accepted Jesus. Praises to the Lord.
Now, I can see trouble is always trouble until we see it from God’s perspective. God did not give Harka that disease, but He did use as a way to save many lives in Him. Harka Bahadur is incredibly happy today and claims to serve the Lord with all his life. The Himalayas are experiencing many powerful testimonies. May I thank our beloved partners and native missionaries for their countless efforts, prayers, support, and commitment. May God bless the reader abundantly.
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