From Distance
to Connection
Meet John, an East African man transformed through Bible translation. You can support others like John, and your gift can be matched dollar for dollar. This month only, your gift will be doubled!
Meet John
Scroll through the story below to learn more about John.
John Is Just Like You
Think about the last time you felt the joy of receiving—maybe it was a thoughtful gift, a mother’s hug, a listening ear, or a word of encouragement.
You know the warmth of receiving, but have you ever stopped and realized you might have failed to give to those you love most?
John—an East African husband in his 30s—discovered this exact thing.
*Pseudonym used to protect anonymity.
John Struggled to Put His Loved Ones First
John called himself a Christian, but he didn’t connect to his faith. He often missed church, and he didn’t deeply engage with God’s Word.
The walls John put up with God were mirrored in his marriage. He struggled to communicate with his wife, Emily.
Unresolved conflicts haunted them. Before long, John grew distant from Emily.
But Then, John Discovered God’s Wisdom in His Heart Language
One morning, John decided to visit the team translating the Bible into his heart language of Gimara. When he entered the office, he found the translators enjoying devotional time, a regular part of their day.
And what he heard next changed him for good.
John listened as the team read through Ephesians 5:25–26. In that moment, God pierced his heart. John realized that his focus needed to change. According to Ephesians, marriage is about giving, not receiving.
“For husbands, this means love your wives,
just as Christ loved the church. He gave up his
life for her to make her holy and clean, washed
by the cleansing of God’s word.”
— Ephesians 5:25–26 (NLT)
God’s Word Renewed John’s Relationship
This shift in mindset helped John become a better husband.
He now listens more intently to Emily, prioritizes her needs above his own, and expresses his appreciation for who she is.
And with these changes, he is seeing how God’s Word is beginning to heal their relationship, fostering a renewed sense of partnership and love.
John Is Just Like You
Think about the last time you felt the joy of receiving—maybe it was a thoughtful gift, a mother’s hug, a listening ear, or a word of encouragement.
You know the warmth of receiving, but have you ever stopped and realized you might have failed to give to those you love most?
John—an East African husband in his 30s—discovered this exact thing.
*Pseudonym used to protect anonymity.
John Struggled to Put His Loved Ones First
John called himself a Christian, but he didn’t connect to his faith. He often missed church, and he didn’t deeply engage with God’s Word.
The walls John put up with God were mirrored in his marriage. He struggled to communicate with his wife, Emily.
Unresolved conflicts haunted them. Before long, John grew distant from Emily.
But Then, John Discovered God’s Wisdom in His Heart Language
One morning, John decided to visit the team translating the Bible into his heart language of Gimara. When he entered the office, he found the translators enjoying devotional time, a regular part of their day.
And what he heard next changed him for good.
John listened as the team read through Ephesians 5:25–26. In that moment, God pierced his heart. John realized that his focus needed to change. According to Ephesians, marriage is about giving, not receiving.
“For husbands, this means love your wives,
just as Christ loved the church. He gave up his
life for her to make her holy and clean, washed
by the cleansing of God’s word.”
— Ephesians 5:25–26 (NLT)
God’s Word Renewed John’s Relationship
This shift in mindset helped John become a better husband.
He now listens more intently to Emily, prioritizes her needs above his own, and expresses his appreciation for who she is.
And with these changes, he is seeing how God’s Word is beginning to heal their relationship, fostering a renewed sense of partnership and love.
Help Others like John Grow in Godly Love
Through God’s Word, John has experienced the joy found in sacrificial love for another. But others like John are still waiting to receive the full counsel of Scripture.
More than 1 billion people are still waiting for a Bible in their language.
With your help, we can change that.
$35 can bring a verse to life in a new language. Will you help Bible translators bring God’s Word to their communities?
This Month Only, Your Generosity
Will Be Doubled!
Will you help us commit $70,000 towards Bible translation this month?
A small group of generous investors will match gifts totaling up to $35,000.
$70,000 = 2,000 Verses
You can help people like John experience the peace of God’s Word.
If we give $70,000 together, we can help translate 2,000 verses!
With your generous support, many more people can find hope in heart language Scripture.
Get a Phone Wallpaper with Your Gift
Not only will your gift be doubled, but if you give today, we’ll send you an exclusive phone background. This will help you meditate on the power of Scripture in your own life.
Discover More Stories Like John's
Seed Company is a 501(c)(3) organization. All contributions are tax deductible, non-refundable, and will be applied where most needed within Seed Company’s program activities. Our Federal ID is 33-0838929.
© 2024 Seed Company
