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Sandra Wagner-Wright
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Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)
Literature & Fiction
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I Want To Be Like You
After Godubai expressed her desire for baptism, Rama had to teach an ethics class. It must have been hard for her to concentrate on the lesson. On the one hand, Rama wants to honor Godubai's request. On the other, a baptism would violate Rama's agreement with her sponsors. Now the two meet after class in Rama's office, and Rama begins to back pedal, finally offering to find a missionary to instruct Godubai before the final decision is made. In her heart, Rama knows the matter isn't settled. But for now, she pushes it aside.
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Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)
Godubai, tell me again why you want to be baptized.”
“I love you. I want to be like you.”
Rama’s thoughts whirled.
“You don’t have to be baptized to live a Christian life. A Christian is truthful and honest, as you are. She reads the Bible as you do and prays to God. You don’t have to be baptized to do these things.”
Godubai looked at Rama in consternation.
“Pandita, I’m confused. Mano said I must be baptized, or I would go someplace bad.”
“Well, um, God sees your heart and knows your goodness. You need to learn more about what Christians do before being baptized. We’ll take you to church with us, and I’ll ask a friend of mine from the Methodist Mission to give you instruction. When your education’s complete, you can decide if you want to be baptized or continue as you are.” Rama stroked Godubai’s hair. “God loves you just as you are. You don’t have to be baptized. Would you like instruction? Shall I contact my friend?”
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