THE IMPORTANCE OF CONSIDERING BIBLE TRANSLATION AS A MISSION FIELD.
Introduction: When we consider the missionary calling, we immediately think of starting churches in other countries, among other cultures and ethnic groups; but sadly very rarely do we...
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THE IMPORTANCE OF CONSIDERING BIBLE TRANSLATION AS A MISSION FIELD.
Introduction: When we consider the missionary calling, we immediately think of starting churches in other countries, among other cultures and ethnic groups; but sadly very rarely do we consider Bible translation as a calling in which we can participate in an active way. We think that the “sacrifice” needed to complete such an effort is not worth it, and that our missionary reports will not be as attractive if we say that we invested 40 hours a week sitting in front of a computer trying to translate just 5 Bible verses. However, honestly ask yourself: what would my ministry be if I did not have a Bible that the people to whom I’m ministering can understand? Was it worth the effort of those who translated my Bible?...
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