Saying Yes to God

He never dreamed of leaving his home country, but soon he found himself in a foreign nation with no family, no money, and no intentions other than saying YES to God.

This is Chhuana’s story...

I never dreamed of leaving Myanmar, but I found myself in a foreign country with no money and enrolled in a theological seminary I had no intentions of attending.

God called me to go. Who was I to say no?

Although Myanmar is a predominantly Buddhist country, I was fortunate to grow up in a Christian community and give my life to Christ at the age of 19. A few years later, God opened the door for me to go to the Philippines to study at a theological seminary. Despite the questions swirling in my mind, it was evident God was calling me to go.

I was thrilled when a local church committed to financially sponsor me during my studies. Shortly after arriving at the seminary, though, the church informed me they would be unable to follow through with their promise. Seeking encouragement, I got connected with a local pastor in the Philippines. We met daily to pray and fast over my finances. In His perfect timing, God always provided for my needs.

Then in 2000, my mentor sent me back to Myanmar to participate in a leadership program as an extension of my studies. God's vision for my life finally became clear in this return to my home nation. As I reflected on where God had brought me from, I began to feel the burden of Ephesians 4:12, “to equip His people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.”

God opened yet another door, this time with the International Leadership Institute. Equipped with the ILI Eight Core Values at a National Conference in Myanmar, I was challenged to host an additional training event within 90 days of graduating. Committing to the task, my friend and I began the powerful journey of equipping leaders in our own tribal language.

In 2017, I was more than ready for the opportunity when Pastor John Lim asked me to lead ILI's first Asia Pacific Alumni Summit. Since then, nearly 2,500 leaders have been equipped in Myanmar.

Dare to Ask God to give you the courage to say yes to the calling He has given you.

Until all worship,

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