**It's the greatest story never told: that of a boy who met Jesus and
dared to ask Him all the questions that have consumed mankind since the
dawn of time.
**
His name was Segatashya. He was a shepherd born into a penniless and
illiterate pagan family in the most remote region of Rwanda. He never
attended school, never saw a bible, and never set foot in a church. Then
one summer day in 1982 while the 15-year-old was resting beneath a shade
tree, Jesus Christ paid him a visit.
Jesus asked the startled young man if he'd be willing to go on a mission
to remind mankind how to live a life that leads to heaven. Segatashya
accepted the assignment on one condition: that Jesus answer all his
questions-and all the questions of those he met on his travels-about
faith, religion, the purpose of life, and the nature of heaven and hell.
Jesus agreed to the boy's terms, and Segatashya set off on what would
become one of the most miraculous journeys in modern history.
Although he was often accused of being a charlatan and beaten as a
result, Segatashya's innocent heart and powerful spiritual wisdom
quickly won over even the most cynical of critics. Soon, this teenage
boy who had never learned to read or write was discussing theology with
leading biblical scholars and advising pastors and priests of all
denominations. He became so famous in Rwanda that the Catholic Church
investigated his story.
The doctors and psychiatrists who examined Segatashya all agreed that
they were witnessing a miracle. His words and simple truths converted
thousands of hearts and souls wherever he went. Before his death during
the 1994 Rwandan genocide, Segatashya continued his travels and
conversations with Jesus for eight years, asking Him what we all want to
know:
- Why were we created?
- Why must we suffer?
- Why do bad things happen to good people?
- When will the world end?
- Is there life after death?
- How do we get to Heaven?
The answers to these and many other momentous, life-changing questions
are revealed in this riveting book, which is the first full account of
Segatashya's remarkable life story. Written with grace, passion, and
loving humor by Immaculée Ilibagiza, Segatashya's close friend and a
survivor of the Rwandan holocaust herself, this truly inspirational work
is certain to move you in profound ways.
No matter what your faith or religious beliefs, Segatashya's words will
bring you comfort and joy, and prepare your heart for this life . . .
and for life everlasting.
