Ona ico... tricky situations in book distribution

All of the traditional titles of our children's books have been welcomed in Nyungwe communities. We now have new parable books to share in churches, but some traditional stories have also been used to introduce Biblical lessons about loyalty and compassion and friendship. All except for one Little Zebra story.

"Ona Ico" has been a little bit of a tough seller for schools- a violent ending. The message is great and the illustrations are modern and clever, but getting this Nyungwe story used is difficult. Until now...

God is good... and Chris Nalls puts it to good use in his ministry here with Nyungwe believers. The message of "not going it alone" because we leave ourselves exposed to all kinds of dangers comes through.  This little book is being used to encourage new believers to meet together and grow in faith. How wonderful to see God orchestrate meaningful use of a tricky little storybook.

We are reminded of that very lesson the story teaches: we do better as part of a community than on our own. Thanks, Chris, for being willing to share our stories, learn Nyungwe and commit to a life of loving the Nyungwe people!

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