September 14 - Lighting Up the Community

Summary

In western Indonesia, Global Mission pioneers Iwan and Jamal have significantly impacted a community that moved from the city to work on tea and rubber plantations. They addressed the lack of electricity and sanitation, building relationships through their compassion and service. By providing education for children, they hope to lift the community from struggles and inspire spiritual growth. The pioneers' dedication is deeply appreciated by the locals, who eagerly anticipate their visits. They ask for prayers for their ongoing mission, focusing on health, education, and spiritual development.

Takeaways

• 🌿 Vast greenery covers the western regions of Indonesia, where many have moved from cities to work on tea and rubber plantations.
• 🚶 People sought better lives but encountered challenges, particularly regarding living conditions in rural areas.
• ⚡ Global Mission pioneers Iwan and Jamal identified the community's needs, including the lack of electricity and sanitation facilities.
• 💡 The pioneers advocated for electricity installation, successfully securing access through discussions with government representatives.
• 🚽 Toilets were constructed to address the sanitation issues, greatly improving living conditions.
• 🤝 The pioneers built strong friendships with the community, despite differences in beliefs, fostering mutual respect and trust.
• 📚 After addressing basic infrastructure needs, the pioneers focused on providing education for children who weren't attending school.
• 🙏 The pioneers' hope is for individuals in the community to experience personal transformation through education and spirituality.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The children and parents in the community appreciate the pioneers' compassion and dedication, eagerly anticipating their visits.
• 🛐 The pioneers request prayers for their ongoing mission, the community's challenges, and their focus on serving God and preparing for His return.

Q & A

What motivated people to move to the western regions of Indonesia?

Many people moved to the western regions of Indonesia to work on tea and rubber plantations, seeking a better life.

What challenges did the new settlers face in the western regions?

The settlers faced challenges with their living conditions, including a lack of electricity and basic sanitation facilities.

Who are Iwan and Jamal, and what role do they play in the community?

Iwan and Jamal are Global Mission pioneers who recognized the community's needs and took action to improve living conditions by advocating for electricity and constructing sanitation facilities.

How did the pioneers manage to provide electricity to the community?

Iwan and Jamal engaged in discussions with government representatives, successfully advocating for the installation of electricity in the community.

What other significant improvement did the pioneers contribute to the community?

In addition to providing electricity, the pioneers constructed toilets to address the lack of sanitation facilities.

How has the relationship between the pioneers and the locals developed?

Despite differing beliefs, the pioneers built strong friendships with the locals, who warmly embraced them. Many people visit the pioneers for fellowship and prayers.

What educational challenges did the children in the community face?

Many children in the community did not attend school, and the pioneers focused on providing education to help the children overcome this challenge.

What is the ultimate goal of the pioneers in serving the community?

The pioneers hope to see transformations within the community, particularly in education and spirituality, with the aim that at least one or two individuals will become steadfast servants of God.

How do the children and parents in the community feel about Iwan and Jamal?

The children eagerly anticipate meeting Iwan and Jamal, and the parents appreciate their compassion and dedication, which have made a positive impact on both the children and their parents.

What prayer requests do the pioneers have for their mission and the community?

The pioneers request prayers for maintaining their passion in serving the community, for the well-being of the people they aid, and for help in addressing the community's health, education, and financial struggles.