August 2016 – Remembrance
In March of 2010, I found myself in the center of a prayer circle in the Advancing Native Missions conference room. After several people prayed for me, one voice boomed…
In March of 2010, I found myself in the center of a prayer circle in the Advancing Native Missions conference room. After several people prayed for me, one voice boomed…
In Israel, a Sherut is a mini-van driven by a professional. If you need a ride for more than 4 people and can't take a public bus, you need to…
In the Old City of Jerusalem, worlds collide and cultures divide. The area is literally divided into four quarters. The tension becomes tangible at times. This was my third stay…
Replacement Theology, or "The Elephant in the Room'" (aka "The Snake in the Garden") Replacement Theology is one topic I wish I did not have to address. No other people…
"Anything, even a shekel," he begged in a raspy voice. "Lo, todah," (no, thanks) I answered. Wrong answer. He knew it and I knew it. My problem was that I…
Why was she smiling? That’s not quite accurate. She wasn't simply smiling - Jessica was exhilarated with laughter. Then she told us why. Tom had to translate. My Swahili was…
"Oh well, it doesn't matter. I'm going to hell anyway." I was shocked at first, but then it clicked. She was speaking out of what she believed. A few minutes…
I love Israel and the Jewish people. That became clearer to me as I awaited our departure from Tel Aviv this past November. I was on the phone to disconnect…
You may have heard the saying, "the mills of God grind slowly, but they grind exceedingly fine." The implication is that the process takes time. I want God to remedy an…
Have you ever wondered where the wise men got the idea of following the star to Bethlehem? It was a long and costly journey. But it was their reasonable response.…