Out of the Black Shadows

Out of the Black Shadows autobiographical account of Stephen Lungu's life is easy to read, well written and very worthwhile. Stephen's heartbreaking childhood, dramatic late teenage conversion and life dedicated to getting the good news out is very moving. What pulled at my heartstrings the most was Hannas Joubert's dedication to God and genuine love for Stephen in guiding him not only in the faith but in all the neglected areas of his childhood including education, manners, dress and self-confidence. It was no easy task but both Hannes and Stephen persisted. Another wonderful person in Stephen's adult life was his very loving wife, a lawyer, who married him without the approval of her family. There are so many people, especially children, who lack love and the message of this book is to extend a generous love to them one by one. Some, like Stephen, will go on to do great things for others in God's name, though others may get no further than simply being able to lap up God's love. But all are precious in God's eyes. Highly recommended.