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Tucked away in the cool mountains of Himachal Pradesh, India, there is a cave where Sanjong Khes lived for seven years.
But at the rocky overhang today, there are only tattered blankets and scraps of paper that eerily whisper of its past as one man's lonely dwelling.
Sanjong ended up in the cave after several jobs didn't work out. At the end of his rope, he searched the forests for roots to sell to local market venders.
Finally, after being ostracized in the village below, he decided to completely leave society behind and live as a recluse in the cave.
Days, weeks and even years passed as Sanjong huddled in the cave by himself. His health deteriorated and his outlook appeared grim.
But thankfully, Ratnekar Gondane found Sanjong just in time. Ratnekar was a new believer in Jesus. And when he saw Sanjong, he knew that the hermit needed the love of Christ.
Ratnekar began visiting Sanjong regularly—sharing the Gospel each time. He also invited Sanjong to come and live with his family. Finally, Sanjong left his cave and joined Ratnekar's household—also choosing to become Ratnekar's brother in Christ.
Today, Sanjong faithfully follows the Lord. He loves going to worship services with Ratnekar's family. Because Ratnekar—a simple layperson—reached out in a special way, Sanjong's life has been forever transformed.
date posted 01/20/09