A Prince Captured and Tortured
In the late 19th century, a young Kru prince named Kaboo found himself in the direst of circumstances. Captured by the rival Grebo tribe in Liberia, Kaboo endured relentless torture and faced an impending death. ## A Miraculous Escape
But in his darkest moment, as he was being beaten, Kaboo experienced a miraculous intervention. A bright light enveloped him, and a voice commanded, 'Kaboo, flee!' Suddenly, the ropes binding him slipped away, and with newfound strength, he escaped into the jungle.
Navigating the treacherous jungle, Kaboo survived on snails and mangoes, moving under the cover of night. Eventually, he reached Monrovia, where he encountered a missionary named Miss Knolls. Hearing her speak about the conversion of the Apostle Paul, Kaboo was struck by the resemblance to his own experience and declared, 'I have seen that Light! It is the same Light that brought me here.' He embraced Christianity, was baptized as Samuel Morris, and dedicated his life to sharing his newfound faith.
Driven by a desire to learn more about the Holy Spirit, Samuel embarked on a journey to America. Without money for passage, he prayed for a way and was offered a position as an unpaid sailor on a ship bound for New York. Despite facing abuse aboard, Samuel's unwavering faith led many sailors to embrace Christianity during the voyage.
Upon arriving in New York, Samuel sought out Stephen Merritt, a former secretary to Bishop William Taylor. His impact was immediate; during a meeting on his first night, numerous attendees came to repentance. His presence was so profound that the Samuel Morris Missionary Society was established to fund his education.
Samuel enrolled at Taylor University in Indiana, where his simple faith and powerful prayers sparked a revival. Known for spending hours 'talking to my Father,' Samuel's life inspired many to become missionaries themselves. Tragically, his journey was cut short when he succumbed to pneumonia in 1893. Yet, his legacy endures, with Taylor University honoring him through scholarships and buildings.
Samuel Morris's life is a testament to the transformative power of faith and the miraculous intervention of Jesus, who guided him from captivity to a calling that touched countless lives.