Martha, India

Commissioner Martha serves at International Headquarters as the Zonal Secretary for Women’s Ministries in South Asia.

'When things go against me, I can easily get tense and worried, but I have learned to immediately turn to God in prayer. It is in the listening to and reading of God’s Word where I find my strength. It calms me and reminds me of God’s love that overcomes all anger and fear. 

'One of my childhood friends stands as an inspiration in my life. After marriage, she was totally broken. Her husband divorced her. Her children left. She had lost everything, but in her difficult time, she turned to Jesus. Her life changed. She has a heart that loves and forgives, and she is rising with dignity and confidence in herself and faith in God. Nothing of her past could ruin her anymore. 

'I always remain thankful to God for giving me a godly husband. He always encourages me to be better. He is my true mentor. He is a good example in finding confidence and trust in God. 

'As I grow in my own strength, I pray that more women and girls will grow in their independence, make decisions, be bold in their actions and be willing to take risks. We can’t wait for others to change, we ourselves must take this battle on.'