Driving for the Kingdom

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Simon is a driver for GFA World in Chhattisgarh, India.
Often traveling down narrow roads, Simon must be prepared for all kinds of hazards that could come his way from every direction. He has been known to dodge chickens and goats—not to mention pedestrians, autorickshaw drivers and large trucks!
Since this is GFA's only ministry vehicle in Chhattisgarh, it often serves as carrier of both passengers and needed supplies.
Much of Simon's travel takes him off the pavement down dusty, rough roads filled with potholes.
Some of the roads are very steep.
Due to the dusty conditions, Simon cleans and inspects the jeep-like vehicle every morning.
Gasoline stops are also very important!
While on the road, mechanical problems do happen, and there is often no auto repair shop nearby.
Sometimes Simon must get creative in order to keep the vehicle running until he can get back to a major city. Here he stops to refill a leaky radiator with water from a small stream.
Simon sees his driving as a ministry, a way he can use his talents for the Lord's work. He knows that his driving contributes to the furtherance of the Gospel in Chhattisgarh.
posted 11/09/2006