10/15/2024 Southeast Asia (International Christian Concern) — “We never imagined someone we didn’t know would want to help our family.”
Those are the words of the Sanda family after International Christian Concern (ICC) helped them lease land in their rural location in Southeast Asia to establish a solid foundation for their family after years of struggle.
The Sandas were raised as strong Hindus but became Christians in 2021. When they chose to follow Jesus, they quickly realized the cost of their decision as their relatives beat them and drove them from the village. By God’s grace, the family found refuge through a church and lived on the church’s land for several years. Members of the church also discipled and supported the Sandas in their new-found faith in Christ.
Earlier this year, the Sandas had to leave the church land. But God’s hand intervened again, and a local ministry helped them rent 27,000 square feet of land to build a home, grow crops, and provide for their children.
Then, another obstacle emerged. The ministry helping them couldn’t find the funds to cover the rent. Ministry leaders contacted ICC, and thanks to our generous donors, we were able to help cover the rental costs.
The Sandas have now leased land for seven years. Mr. Sanda used his background in construction to build a house for his family. They have also planted various crops, which they plan to sell to help them gain financial independence.
Despite the risk of doing so, the Sandas continue to grow in their faith and share about Jesus with locals. They are praying that more Hindus will come to faith in Christ. They also plan to start a prayer fellowship in their new home soon.
*Names have been changed for security reasons
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