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MICHAEL AND MARIA LONG
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Crazy, Strange Hunger
by Dennis and Kyle Leon,
Costa Rica
Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need. Ephesians 4:28 His addictions demanded to be fed. But someone like Juan could not get a job, so he resorted to armed robbery. He was notorious in our county; people would visibly shrink away when he came near. But Juan had a crazy, strange hunger for God. He would hang out at the church tent at public events and ask Dennis about God. Confused but determined to understand who God is, he began to come to church and learn more about His love and forgiveness. He felt convicted and called out to God to help free him from his addictions. We have walked with Juan for over two years now and have seen him grow in faith. He has had to overcome not only addiction issues, but also social stigmas. He has become a new person in Christ, and we can see the fruit of that. For the first time in his life, Juan has a job. The newest *UNO+ after school program meets at his house. He is working with Christian Skaters leading Bible studies. Juan is a living example of the way God can transform a life for His glory.
*UNO+ is a holistic children’s program, offered to all grade school children in Esterillos Oeste, focusing on providing health, education and spiritual guidance.
by Dennis and Kyle Leon,
Costa Rica
Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need. Ephesians 4:28 His addictions demanded to be fed. But someone like Juan could not get a job, so he resorted to armed robbery. He was notorious in our county; people would visibly shrink away when he came near. But Juan had a crazy, strange hunger for God. He would hang out at the church tent at public events and ask Dennis about God. Confused but determined to understand who God is, he began to come to church and learn more about His love and forgiveness. He felt convicted and called out to God to help free him from his addictions. We have walked with Juan for over two years now and have seen him grow in faith. He has had to overcome not only addiction issues, but also social stigmas. He has become a new person in Christ, and we can see the fruit of that. For the first time in his life, Juan has a job. The newest *UNO+ after school program meets at his house. He is working with Christian Skaters leading Bible studies. Juan is a living example of the way God can transform a life for His glory.
*UNO+ is a holistic children’s program, offered to all grade school children in Esterillos Oeste, focusing on providing health, education and spiritual guidance.