Her brother and her mother said, “Let the young woman remain with us a while, at least ten days; after that she may go.” But he said to them, “Do not delay me, since the Lord has prospered my way. Send me away that I may go to my master.” ~Genesis 24:55-56 ESV I once worked with Youth with a Mission, recruiting young people for short-term mission trips. We did short dramatic skits in churches. One skit had a young … Continue reading →
During our first morning meeting in Malawi, a young, thin African girl with the broadest smile stood and gave her prayer request: “Let us be thankful for this life we live.” Our Perspective I felt confused, unsure I had heard her correctly, but soon understood. Every single morning, she stood to make the same request. “Let us be thankful for this life we live.” Her request continuously turned toward praise rather than appeal. Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his … Continue reading →
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. ~Isaiah 43:2 ESV God used a rogue wave redemption to save a soul. The rooster interrupted my sleep every three hours. I thought they only crowed at six in the morning. I rolled off the uncomfortable church pew and joined the team for a … Continue reading →
