Achievements Of Mary Slessor

“Some day I will go and tell them about the Lord Jesus.” - Mary Slessor (4) Desiring to be a missionary to Africa, Mary Slessor solemnly and honestly promised and vowed in her own words. Mary Slessor was born in 1848 in Scotland. Although her father was a drunkard, Mary’s mother was a Christian. While in Calabar, Mary made many accomplishments for God’s glory. (5) When Mary turned 27 years old, her dream and hope of being a missionary to Calabar, Nigeria, came true. (A) She saved hundreds of twins, (B) opened her home to women and girls and (C) became the judge of the Okoyong people. (2) Among Mary Slessor’s many accomplishments, she influentially and drastically affected the Okoyong people by saving the lives of babies. (5) Since the people of Calabar believed in and practiced witchcraft, many thought the precious twin babies were a result of evil spirits. (3) Sadly, after birth, many twin babies were taken into the jungle and left to die, or their backs were broken to advance the dying …show more content…
(5) While studying the life and example of Christ, Mary Slessor realized He never hurried and He illustrated patience. (McLennan, 56) (6) Mary then learned and exemplified patience. (2) Among all of her characteristics, Mary was bold. Before Sunday School, which she taught, Mary was surrounded by an insulting and intimidating gang; however; she never feared. (http://missionsbox.org/missionary-bio/mary-slessor/) (3) Amazingly, by standing strong and not fearing, Mary suddenly and surprisingly received the opportunity to lead many of the gang members to the Lord. Another day, a boy threatened Mary Slessor with a whip until she would leave. Mary did not flinch; however, she proceeded to tell the boy about Jesus Christ. (4) Suprised by her boldness, the young man followed Mary to the Sunday school class. While serving God in Dundee, Mary influenced the city for