Age Group: Rockstar & Superstar
Have you ever heard of someone who gave up everything to follow Jesus? Let me tell you about a man named Sadhu Sundar Singh, a brave and kind follower of Jesus, who lived a long time ago in India.
Early Life
Sundar Singh was born in a small village called Rampur, in Punjab, India, in 1889. His family was very rich and followed the Sikh religion. Sundar had everything a boy could wish for—he went to school, played games, and was loved by his family. But Sundar was curious. He wanted to know the truth about God, so he read many holy books from different religions.
However, Sundar was very unhappy. His heart felt empty, and he often asked, “Who is the true God?”
Finding Jesus
One day, Sundar decided he would pray to God. He said, “If You are real, show me who You are, or I will end my life.” That night, something amazing happened! Sundar saw a bright light, and in the light, he saw Jesus! Jesus spoke to him and said, “Why are you against Me? I gave My life for you.”
From that moment, Sundar’s life changed completely. He knew Jesus was the true God and decided to follow Him.
A Sadhu for Jesus
When Sundar told his family about Jesus, they were very upset. They wanted him to stay in their religion and even tried to make him change his mind. But Sundar was brave. He gave up his fancy clothes and became a “Sadhu”, which means a holy man in India. He wore simple orange robes and walked barefoot from village to village, telling people about Jesus.
Spreading the Good News
Sundar traveled to many places, even to cold mountains and dangerous forests. He told everyone he met about Jesus. Sometimes, people didn’t like what he said and treated him badly. They threw stones at him, locked him in prison, and even tried to kill him. But Sundar forgave them, just like Jesus forgave His enemies.
Sundar’s Kind Heart
Sundar wasn’t just a preacher; he also helped people. He prayed for the sick, gave food to the hungry, and comforted those who were sad. Sundar’s heart was full of love, and everyone who met him could see God’s love in him.
The Mystery of His Last Journey
In 1929, Sundar went to the Himalayan mountains to tell more people about Jesus. He never returned, and no one knows what happened to him. But we believe he is now in heaven with Jesus, whom he loved so much.
What We Learn from Sadhu Sundar Singh
- Faith: Sundar trusted Jesus, even when life was hard.
- Kindness: He showed God’s love to everyone he met.
- Bravery: Sundar stood up for his faith, no matter what happened.
Memory Verse:
“Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” – Mark 16:15
Activity:
Think about one thing you can do to show Jesus’ love to someone this week. Maybe it’s helping a friend, sharing something you love, or praying for someone who is sad. Share what you thought in the comment below.
Prayer:
Dear Jesus, thank You for the story of Sadhu Sundar Singh. Help me to be brave, kind, and full of faith like him. Show me how I can share Your love with others. Amen.
Sadhu Sundar Singh reminds us that we can make a big difference in the world when we follow Jesus with all our hearts. Will you be brave like him?