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A review by carolejt
Bruchko by Bruce Olson
4.0
Not only is this book interesting, recounting amazing happenings in the life of Bruce Olson, but it challenges us in our lives as well.
This book certainly does not present Bruce as the perfect missionary, or imply that everyone should do missionary work as he has done it. One of the main reasons I liked this so much is that Jesus Himself is the Hero of the story. Bruce didn't know how he would present Jesus to these tribal people. When the time finally came, God allowed Bruce to connect their history, their traditional stories, and their life longings together to introduce Jesus as the One to meet their needs.
Bruce was wise to not offend them and push American ways on them, but to add to their knowledge, in regard to medicine, spiritual life, and education.
Some outstanding truths in the book:
God is the One who reveals Himself to people, and the mystery is how He uses us to do that!
God's Spirit will continue to lead people in their spiritual walk as they continue to seek Him.
God will use people who are willing to work in His kingdom!
Our daily life should exercise and exemplify our trust in God.
Bruce has given his life to tell a specific people group about Jesus, and care for them. This prompts praise to God and thanks for His continued display of grace.
This book certainly does not present Bruce as the perfect missionary, or imply that everyone should do missionary work as he has done it. One of the main reasons I liked this so much is that Jesus Himself is the Hero of the story. Bruce didn't know how he would present Jesus to these tribal people. When the time finally came, God allowed Bruce to connect their history, their traditional stories, and their life longings together to introduce Jesus as the One to meet their needs.
Bruce was wise to not offend them and push American ways on them, but to add to their knowledge, in regard to medicine, spiritual life, and education.
Some outstanding truths in the book:
God is the One who reveals Himself to people, and the mystery is how He uses us to do that!
God's Spirit will continue to lead people in their spiritual walk as they continue to seek Him.
God will use people who are willing to work in His kingdom!
Our daily life should exercise and exemplify our trust in God.
Bruce has given his life to tell a specific people group about Jesus, and care for them. This prompts praise to God and thanks for His continued display of grace.