How does a translation happen?

Draft and re-draft until it sounds natural.

Check it against the Indonesian Bible to make sure that nothing has been left out or added in.

Run it past some fresh, unbiased ears to make sure that it's clear. Then do it again with input from an experienced translation consultant who checks for accuracy, naturalness and clarity.

Print, record, distribute and get community feedback.

What word should we use for God?

Seventy Nimboran chiefs and elders gathered to hear our draft and give input on some key terms like God, angel and Christ in their language.