Elkanah, a name suggesting divine acquisition — “God has purchased” — speaks to a basic human desire: to be seen, to be loved, and to belong. From Alor Setar, Battambang, to Chiang Rai; from Xi’an, Yogyakarta, to Zamboanga; across Asia, the longing for connection is palpable… but the biblical voices that can speak to this yearning are shrouded in the silence of a distant and unfamiliar language.
Many Asian cultures steeped in ancient traditions and pagan rituals lack Scripture in a language they clearly understand; this spiritual hunger remains vaguely defined — a craving unfulfilled and unsatiated.
Imagine hearing the raw ache of Psalm 42, like a deer longing for streams of water, and the unquenchable thirst of the soul ; the fervent desire of Psalm 84 that faints with longing, the pining of one’s whole being, body and soul ; in a language that speaks directly to the heart. These are no longer just verses but a validation of a people’s deepest cry, spoken in the very language of their hearts.
Providing Scripture in a language that resonates with the history and identity of minority people groups in Asia is to replace the silence in their hearts with a voice of faith that transcends cultural and linguistic boundaries.
Give a verse today so that all purchased people of God hear and truly understand the voice of their purchaser .
The Good Samaritan’s Tale Unites Souls
In a world full of differences, four individuals found common ground in one powerful story — the Good Samaritan. Abby lived out its message daily, showing love and kindness to everyone she met. Paolyne , learning about Jewish traditions, realised that God looks at the heart, not rituals, and embraced a life of sincerity and genuine care.
Shiela discovered the Bible through the Filipino Sign Language at a Deaf Community Check in Cagayan de Oro. Her experience inspired her to advocate for accessibility. Millanes and Pastor Santos were moved by Jesus’ suffering — one with deep empathy, the other by a call to act and serve those in pain.
Together, their stories weave a beautiful tapestry of compassion, inclusion, and faith.
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