Siblings Ruth (Abraham) Nanalook and Brian Abraham were raised in a Christian home by their father, a devout Catholic, and their mother, who followed the Moravian faith. Therefore, they were familiar with the Bible, religion and Jesus from an early age.
While Abraham was baptized into the Catholic faith as a baby and later into the Pentecostal church, he never felt a strong spiritual connection. However, God had other plans. Abraham knew of the Sabbath, but it wasn't until Nanalook talked about her spiritual journey that Abraham felt the connection he had been missing.
In October 2023, Nanalook, Abraham and Aaron Dasher, Arctic Mission Adventure worker for the Dillingham and Togiak district, were brought together by what seemed to be a divine plan. Todd Parker, Dillingham and Togiak district pastor, introduced Nanalook to Dasher as a potential Bible study student, which she enthusiastically accepted. Over several months, Nanalook and Dasher delved into Bible study over the phone, given Nanalook's location in Togiak and Dasher's in Dillingham.
Sometimes, they studied in person when Dasher visited Togiak. During those visits, Dasher had the opportunity to meet Abraham as Nanalook sought prayers for her brother's spiritual journey. It wasn't until April, during the statewide Hope For Humanity evangelism series, that Dasher and Abraham grew closer as Abraham joined the Bible studies.
Alaska Conference collaborated with It Is Written to bring the Hope for Humanity series to the state. The meetings took place in Anchorage in person and also streamed to churches across Alaska.
Abraham actively participated in the meetings, expressing his enjoyment and appreciation for the truth being shared and his beliefs confirmed during the nightly topics. When John Bradshaw, It Is Written president, made an appeal for baptism, Abraham eagerly responded with a "yes" on the interest card.
Following the seminar, Parker, Dasher and Abraham had a heartfelt discussion about Abraham's baptism request. Abraham faithfully continued attending meetings and Bible studies, eventually becoming a dedicated follower of Christ.
The Holy Spirit had been at work in Abraham's life for a long time, leading him to recommit his life to Jesus and join a church family that he believes holds the truth. Abraham's journey is a testament to how God has continuously spoken to him, and anyone visiting Togiak can inquire about Abraham. He will joyfully share his story of God's transformative work in his life.
Left to right: Ruth (Abraham) Nanalook, Brian Abraham, Todd Parker and Aaron Dasher (front) celebrate Brian's baptism.
