From the
"Jesus" Film Project
Jan Schlebusch, a
wonderful man of God from South Africa, is one of the tens of
thousands of volunteers who have shown "JESUS," using either 16 mm
or on video.
Jan had taken a most risky step. He was
about to show "JESUS" to a small group of hardened criminals in a
maximum security prison in South Africa. He was alone in a
room with the "toughest of the tough" - robbers, rapists and
murderers. Several of them were "lifers." Jan knew that
any one of the prisoners could easily slit his throat with a knife
when he dimmed the lights to show "JESUS."
However, despite the pressure he felt, Jan was
obedient. As the story unfolded many of the prisoners mocked
and swore at the screen. Their language was foul and
offensive. Gradually, they quieted down and became more
interested in the story. Then an astounding thing happened.
During the crucifixion, several began to weep.
By the time the prayer of invitation was completed, hardened
criminals - EVERY ONE OF THEM - were on their knees, sobbing, asking
God to forgive them, praying to invite Christ into their lives.
Shocked and amazed, Jan wasn't sure what has
just happened. He turned his head to the corner of the
room...startled by the sight. Standing before him was an
awesome being, 10-feet tall, robed in brilliant white...an angel.
Jan said the angel's face was obscured. He could see nothing
above the angel's shoulders. This messenger of God lifted up
his hand and pointed a finger directly toward Jan: "You
see, Jan, all you must do is be available and do the work."
Instantly, the angel vanished --but not the
sense of awe that was engulfing Jan. He had seen the Living
God at work, pouring out His love upon those for whom He died to
save. And he had witnessed the greatest miracle of all.
He had seen the vilest of sinners being born from above, becoming
righteous in Jesus.
Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised;
and his greatness is unsearchable. Psalm 145:3
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