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200642 minPGdocumentary

The Snake Story

200642 minPGdocumentary

Otto Koning, a missionary in Papua New Guinea, shares humorous yet serious lessons about faith, spiritual authority, and the dangers of crossing Hoy-hoy's snake.

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Otto Koning, a missionary in Papua New Guinea, shares humorous yet serious lessons about faith, spiritual authority, and the dangers of crossing Hoy-hoy's snake.

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Otto Koning, a missionary in Papua New Guinea, faces challenges during his time in the jungle. He recounts experiences that illustrate the concept of spiritual authority through the name of Jesus. Koning uses humor to convey serious lessons about faith and protection against evil forces. He warns that crossing Hoy-hoy's snake leads to destruction. The film runs for 42 minutes and was released in 2006.

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