Translating the Bible for the Edolo people in Papua New Guinea, with Jan and Debbie Gossner | E29
In this episode of On the Move, host Leanne White sits down with Jan and Debbie Gossner to explore their 35-year journey as Bible translators for the Edolo people in Papua New Guinea.
They share profound stories of how translating the Bible into the native language has impacted the Edolo community, the unique challenges they faced, and the personal experiences that have shaped their faith and mission work. From miraculous moments of God's provision to the life-changing impact of hearing scripture in one's heart language, this conversation highlights the vital importance of Bible translation in spreading the gospel.
They share profound stories of how translating the Bible into the native language has impacted the Edolo community, the unique challenges they faced, and the personal experiences that have shaped their faith and mission work. From miraculous moments of God's provision to the life-changing impact of hearing scripture in one's heart language, this conversation highlights the vital importance of Bible translation in spreading the gospel.
Topics Discussed:
- The transformative effect of Bible translation on the Edolo people.
- Personal stories of God's provision and protection during their mission work.
- The challenges of translating complex New Testament concepts into the Edolo language.
- The significance of hearing God's word in one's native language.
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