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Bruchko And The Motilone Miracle (2000)

by Bruce Olson(Favorite Author)

4.33 of 5 Votes: 2

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review 1: Seeing as I didn't rate the first book with 5 stars I won't rate this one with five either but I've really, really enjoyed reading both of Bruce's books about the 45+ years he has spent living with the Motilone Indians in Colombia. They are both on my list of favorites. Reading about his many near death experiences, nine-month captivity with revolutionaries (better known as terrorists), his absolute acceptance of God's will in his life, the issues facing the indigenous Indian tribes in the 21 century, the cooperatives, and many other faith-filled experiences was an experience full of amazement, joy, and deep appreciation for the many sacrifices this one man has made.Having also read "Three Cups of Tea" I found the issues facing how to deal with revolutionaries/terrorists a... morend change terrorist thinking/actions an interesting juxtaposition to Greg Mortensen's ideas that building schools will make a most significant difference. Olson's ideas bring in an aspect of God/Christ that as a firm believer in the power/healing that Christ offers I find missing in Mortensen's plans. Maybe missing isn't the right word, but the realization that with a focus on Christ and following his ways the changes this stone age tribe has made will continue throughout the generations and hopefully allow the corruptness the modern world brings to this innocent group of people to be mitigated through their willingness to seek God's guidance as the issues facing them become more complex.Read it and let me know what you think.P.S I didn't read the kindle edition but that was the only edition I could find to add. I'll also be adding this book to the list of mandatory reads for my children. Mandatory reading may just end up being bribes-whatever it takes to expose my children to this type of literature.
review 2: A story of one man (Bruce Olsen aka Bruchko) who dedicated his life to becoming apart of and assisting the Indians of Columbia. An incredible change for a group of natives...From living near extension to thriving in the 21st Century all through education and weaving Christianity into the Motilone culture. Bruchko did not try to change the way of life or force religion on these people. He instead, over the period of 40years, developed deep friendships, mutual trust, shared his knowledge only when asked, and always chose to preserve their ancient culture and way of life. Very uplifting and incredible story. Don't put it down until you get past the first 30pgs as the beginning text reads very juvenile, flat, and a little preachy. less

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