Lonely and tormented, He agonized in prayer. Drops of blood oozed through His pores as He contemplated the cross. Jesus Christ came to die … to obey His Father and pay the price for our sins. Father, if Thou art willing, remove this cup from Me; yet not My will, but Thine be done” (Luke 22:42, […]
The Gospel
Ministry Update: Snapshots of Nicaragua – Part One
“May the beloved of the LORD dwell in security by Him, Who shields him all the day, And he dwells between His shoulders.” Deuteronomy 33:12, NASB Dear Readers, It’s great to be home! Thanks for your love, prayers, and support. So much happened in the past few weeks that I struggle with what to share. […]
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Drawing Near: Like Luminous Lights
photo credit: Chicago Night via photopin (license) Gracious God and Father, You gave me a picture today: small but bright white lights shining in darkness–a picture of Your people throughout the world, particularly those who are imprisoned and persecuted for faith in Christ. The darker the darkness, the brighter they shine. What a beautiful sight. […]
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Doing Life: Someone God Can Work With. And Through.
“For how can I endure to see the calamity which shall befall my people, and how can I endure to see the destruction of my kindred?” Esther 8:6, NASB Her heart for her people transcends time. Queen Esther’s sacrificial concern for fellow Jews still stands out, beckoning us to care that much. Or at least […]
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Doing Life: In Words
“And how shall they believe in Him whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? … So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.” Romans 10:14 & 17, NASB A shift seems to be occurring in Christian circles. I hear it on the radio. I’ve read […]
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Unwanted … But Wanted
“… blood is on their hands … when they had slaughtered their children for their idols …” Ezekiel 23:37, 39 Wooden stakes laced with plastic orange netting decorated the beach. Early morning caretakers diligently visited these areas where sea turtle eggs awaited hatching. An exciting time, the arrival of these creatures clearly classified as […]
