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Eben’s Story: A Young boy, His First Bible and His Hope for the Future
—In the small community of Sempe, Ghana, lives a bright-eyed 10-year-old boy named Eben. Growing up in a humble household, Eben had always heard about the Bible in Sunday school. Every Sunday, he would sit attentively as his teacher shared stories of David, Moses, and Jesus. These stories fascinated him, but there was one thing missing—his own Bible.
“I Always Wished I Had a Bible”
“I wanted to read the stories myself, but I didn’t have a Bible. I wished I could open it whenever I wanted.”
Eben’s longing was simple yet profound: to hold God’s Word in his hands and read it for himself. But for years, that dream seemed out of reach due to the cost of owning a Bible. This is popularly known as “Bible Poverty” which affects millions globally.
A Day He Will Never Forget
Everything changed when the Bible Society of Ghana visited his church. That day, they brought a special gift for the children , a Bible for each one. Eben remembers the moment fondly:
“When they called my name, I walked forward and received my very first Bible. It was beautiful, a hardcover picture Bible. I couldn’t wait to open it.”
For Eben, this wasn’t just a book. It was a doorway to a new world, a world where he could explore God’s promises and stories anytime he wanted.
“This Bible Is My Treasure”
“From this day forward, the Bible will be my most treasured possession. I will carry it to church and read it at home.”
Eben’s excitement is contagious. He has already chosen his favorite verse: Jeremiah 29:11— *“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you...
Do you remember your first Bible? Do you remember the first time you held a Bible as a child? Maybe it was in Sunday school, or a gift from a parent or grandparent. You opened its pages with curiosity and wonder, discovering stories that shaped your faith and gave you hope.
Now, imagine thousands of children like Eben, eager to know God, but without a Bible of their own. You can change that.
