Four dedicated Bible translators spent 25 years committed to an extraordinary mission: Translating the Word of God into the heart language of the Guji people in Ethiopia. Their journey was fraught with trials, persecution, and threats, yet they persevered with unwavering determination. Despite the challenges, they witnessed an incredible collective effort that culminated in a monumental achievement — a complete Bible in the Guji heart language.

Their story is one that shows resilience, faith, and an unyielding passion to bring the Scriptures to a community that had long awaited this gift. For many years, the Guji people tried to find a translation agency to assist them, but as a minority language, it was not seen as viable. Foreigners came, investigated but soon left, along with that, the hope of ever receiving the Bible in their heart language…

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