Francis Sowani

Contributor · Tanzania

Francis is a Tanzanian married to his high-school friend Joyce, and they are blessed with a son and a daughter. He is a member of Evangelical Community Church where he serves as an elder. Vocationally, Francis works as a Cybersecurity Consultant in a local company in Abu Dhabi. Currently, he is pursuing Biblical and Theological studies at the Gulf Theological Seminary. Francis grew up in a Catholic home where he witnessed his mother being passionate about God and church. However, it was in high school years when he faced the reality of battling sin and his helplessness in overcoming it on his own. Amidst his helplessness, he was confronted with the gospel through a high-school Protestant classmate. Graciously, the Lord opened Francis’ eyes to realize that he is a sinner and in need of a savior. He believed in Christ and ever since, the Lord has been growing him especially through (1) being a husband and a father, (2) his membership at the Evangelical Community Church, (3) his ministry as an elder, and (4) his seminary studies. Francis is passionate about teaching and writing about the gospel. He holds Protestant and Reformed Baptist convictions and believes that the gospel is to be lived out primarily in the context of a local church. Increasingly, Francis has been sensitive to the gospel-needs of African church. Particularly, clarity on the true gospel, as “prosperity gospel” and legalism still wreak havoc throughout the continent. Also, the African church needs to be aware of her significant role in the rise of Christianity throughout the church history. Francis desires that (1) more unbelievers will be confronted with the gospel and believe in Christ, and that (2) believers will be challenged and encouraged to grow and live for the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.