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Each morning as Rati prepares breakfast for her family, she looks forward to the day when four people will again share meals at her table.
Her husband, Gospel for Asia missionary Manja, was imprisoned in 2000 on false charges of murder, and a 20-year sentence followed.
The loneliness of being separated from her husband can be overwhelming. But Rati is determined to stay faithful to the Lord and to Manja, and promises from God's Word have sustained her.
Despite incredible difficulty, Rati and her two children continue on because of the Lord's faithfulness.
Rati even decided to continue the missionary work that her husband was forced to abandon. Praying that the Lord would use her in her husband's place, Rati studied at a GFA women's Bible college.
Rati's strength is an example to her daughter, Tabita, who was only four when her father was imprisoned.
Rati's fellow Christians have been an invaluable source of encouragement. This GFA leader takes time to talk with Andrias, Rati's 12-year-old son.
Far from crippling her life, Manja's imprisonment has spurred Rati to actively lead her family and be devoted to Christ.
Rati is determined to serve the Lord no matter what external circumstances she may face, seeing how God has used this time for His glory: So far, Manja has led 35 convicts to Christ.
Rati and her husband are making an eternal difference in many lives, and to them, the price is well worth it in light of eternity. Her prayer is that she and Manja will serve the Lord with their whole hearts-and be reunited soon.
posted 01/09/2007
