AIZAWL AUXILIARY
Witnessing Christ on Disability Sunday: The power of Scripture
During the Sunday Evening Service at Durtlang Presbyterian Church on June 21, 2026, on a special Sunday observed as Disability Sunday, the congregation witnessed a deeply moving moment that stirred hearts and strengthened faith. An 8-year-old boy, Roni Rinzuala Ralte, stood before the church, all pews filled with keen listener with awe and recited Matthew Chapter 1 in Mizo, entirely from memory.
Roni has been blind since birth. Yet, what he cannot see with his eyes, he has embraced fully in his heart. Through the Audio Bible in Mizo, freely distributed by the Aizawl Auxiliary of the Bible Society of India to deserving people with health challenges, Roni has encountered the living Word of God in a powerful and personal way. By listening again and again, he has not only memorized passages but has internalized Scripture—so much so that he can confidently recite even complex genealogies and portions from both the New and Old Testaments.
Roni is the youngest of four siblings. Though his parents are separated, he is lovingly cared for by his mother, Mrs. H. Lalnipari, whose faith and perseverance continue to shape his life. Today, Roni is studying in Class 1 at Samaritan Blind School, Durtlang Venglai, Aizawl, where he continues to grow in knowledge and faith.
His story is more than a testimony—it is a powerful witness to how God’s Word transcends barriers. The Audio Bible has become his companion, his teacher, and his source of strength.
This inspiring moment reminds us of the immeasurable value of Scripture Engagement. The ministry of distributing Audio Bibles is not merely about access, it is about transformation. Through such efforts, the Bible Society of India continues to bring light into lives, proving that even in physical darkness, the Word of God shines brightly, guiding hearts and changing destinies.
Reported by Rev Remlalfaka, Auxiliary Secretary, Aizawl Auxiliary
BRAILLE BIBLE: SIGHT THROUGH SCRIPTURE
When Mr. Veeresh, a resident of Bangalore, a visually challenged believer, received his first Braille Bible from the Bible Society of India, Karnataka Auxiliary, his trembling fingers gently traced the raised dots as though he had discovered hidden treasure. Each touch was sacred. Each word, alive. Day and night, he read aloud, his voice filling the silence, encountering Jesus not just as words on a page, but as a living presence in his life. What began as a personal journey soon became a light for others. People gathered around him, drawn by his passion and conviction. One Bible became a classroom. One life became a testimony. Though his physical eyes could not see, the Word of God illuminated his heart in ways beyond sight. Darkness could not conceal the truth, it only made the light shine brighter.
Veeresh shares with deep emotion – Faith was never part of my upbringing. In my home, blindness was not just a condition, it was spoken of as a curse. When my younger brother was also born blind, that sense of despair only deepened. I grew up questioning everything, even doubting the existence and goodness of God. But everything changed the moment I first touched the Word of God in Braille. What began as curiosity slowly became something more. As I read, I felt as though the Scriptures were reading me, speaking into my doubts, my fears, and the emptiness I carried inside. Little by little, my heart began to change. I cannot explain it fully, but I felt a quiet transformation taking place within me. Where there was confusion, I found clarity. Where there was fear, I discovered peace. Where there was hopelessness, I encountered purpose.
Today, I stand with a heart full of gratitude. I even thank God for my blindness, because through it, God opened my spiritual eyes. What I once saw as a curse became the very path through which I found God. The Bible has given me hope when I had none, purpose when I felt lost, and courage to face every challenge. I am a living testimony to the transforming power of God’s Word. It has not only changed my life, it is continually shaping me into the person I am meant to be. For this, I will forever remain grateful.
Reported by Rev Shashikala Alva B.S., Senior Auxiliary Secretary, Karnataka Auxiliary