Each morning Brother Yun wakes up very early and worships, prays and studies God’s Word for several hours. It took place in Germany several years ago. (Paul) One story that comes to mind has never been published before. (Art) Please share with us a favorite story from Yun’s life. He holds no grudges against anyone, and is generous and loving towards everyone he meets. It is a genuine love, and many times I have seen him with tears of compassion as he prays for those who have attacked or slandered him. (Paul) For me, the example of love and forgiveness that Brother Yun shows towards his enemies had deeply impressed me and been a challenge to me in the struggles we have endured. (Art) In penning his book, “The Heavenly Man,” what aspect of Yun’s life inspired you the most? He continues to bear much fruit for God’s kingdom. Since then he has traveled widely around the world, preaching and sharing his testimony. In 1997 Brother Yun escaped from prison and left China a few months later, settling in Germany as a refugee. When they demanded his name and address, he replied “I am a heavenly man and my home is in heaven!” The nickname ‘heavenly man’ was given to him by the Christians he protected, and it has stuck since. On one occasion he refused to give his name to the authorities, which would have caused trouble for the other Christians with him. As a result of his bold witness (which God used to bring many thousands of people into His kingdom), he was arrested on numerous occasions, endured lengthy imprisonments four times, and experienced much brutal torture and persecution. (Paul) Brother Yun is a Chinese believer who ministered for many years among the house churches of China.
This is the second portion of our four-part interview: Brother Yun: The Heavenly Man Paul is the founder and director of Asia Harvest and a prolific researcher and author.
The following is a written interview I conducted with Paul Hattaway–author of several books including one of my favorites: The Heavenly Man: The Remarkable True Story of Chinese Christian Brother Yun. Invite One of Our Authors to Your Church or Event.
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