Against the Odds
In Mulanje, Malawi, Roney, a 28-year-old woman, struggled daily with a gambling addiction that had taken control of her life. Every day, the compulsion to gamble overwhelmed her, draining her family’s finances meant for household needs and sparking significant conflict at home.
In her desperation, there were even moments when Roney resorted to stealing from her husband to fund her habit.
Amid the turmoil of this destructive cycle, a ShareWord Global outreach team approached her with genuine love and understanding, offering no judgment. They shared a message of hope and freedom in Christ, quoting John 8:36: "So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free." The team encouraged her to trust in God’s power to break free from her addiction. Moved by the gospel message, Roney made a faith commitment to follow Christ.
Three days later, the team decided to check in on her and Roney had already managed to go three days without gambling—a promising sign of transformation. Her decision to follow Christ marked the beginning of a new chapter in her life, filled with hope and the possibility of lasting change.
