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Truth We Can See!
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way

Ceviche de pescado (Fish Ceviche)

Ceviche de pescado Fish Ceviche is one of a handful of Ecuadorian dishes that the Downing family has completely rejected.  … Continue reading Ceviche de pescado (Fish Ceviche)

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Bound To Go
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Bound To Go

Unless I am sure I am doing more at home to send the gospel abroad than I can do abroad, … Continue reading Bound To Go

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In The Light of God
Hymns, Sunday Teachings, Thoughts along the way

In The Light of God

Along a dark and gloomy pathI groped beneath the shades of death;No hope beyond my dying breath,Till light from the … Continue reading In The Light of God

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Example
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Example

In Proverbs we read: “He that winneth souls is wise.” If any man, woman, or child by a godly life … Continue reading Example

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I am Healed
Hymns, Thoughts along the way

I am Healed

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Syncretism
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!, Uncategorized

Syncretism

What do the Inca, the Conquistadores, the cult of Pachamama and Mariolatry have in common? Find out by listening to … Continue reading Syncretism

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I Will Praise Him, Hallelujah!
Hymns, Sunday Teachings, Thoughts along the way

I Will Praise Him, Hallelujah!

Oh, I praise the Lord who bought me, hallelujah!I’m a happy pilgrim bound for glory land;I am singing, and I … Continue reading I Will Praise Him, Hallelujah!

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Chicha De Piña
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way

Chicha De Piña

Spiced pineapple drink Serves 8-10 people Chicha de piña is a spiced pineapple drink made by simmering the pineapple skins … Continue reading Chicha De Piña

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Treasure
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Treasure

Do not think me mad. It is not to make money that I believe a Christian should live. The noblest … Continue reading Treasure

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No Substitute For Action
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

No Substitute For Action

Sympathy is no substitute for action. David Livingstone Felling sorrow and pity for another’s situation is a good starting point … Continue reading No Substitute For Action

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sharper
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

sharper

The New Testament apostles did not turn the world upside-down by social work; they turned the world upside-down by proclaiming … Continue reading sharper

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I am The Lord’s
Hymns, Thoughts along the way

I am The Lord’s

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Food
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

Food

Have you ever considered how important food was in the ministry of Jesus? We see that the context of many … Continue reading Food

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The Perishing World
Hymns, Thoughts along the way

The Perishing World

He said to them, The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore ask the Lord of the harvest … Continue reading The Perishing World

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Ecuadorian Shrimp Ceviche
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way

Ecuadorian Shrimp Ceviche

Ecuadorian Shrimp ceviche Serves 8-10 people. Three out of seven Downings recommend this classical Ecuadorian dish. Click play on the … Continue reading Ecuadorian Shrimp Ceviche

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Our Motto
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Our Motto

The motto of every missionary, whether preacher, printer, or school-master ought to be “devoted for life”. Adoniram Judson The Call … Continue reading Our Motto

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From The Pews outward
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

From The Pews outward

I spent twenty years of my life trying to recruit people out of local churches and into missions structures so … Continue reading From The Pews outward

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He Is No Fool…
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

He Is No Fool…

He is no fool who gives up what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose Jim Elliot, … Continue reading He Is No Fool…

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Cultural Insight: Bull Taunt
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

Cultural Insight: Bull Taunt

In many cultures bull fighting is popular. Here is our cultural insight about this event in Ecuador. With Love, The … Continue reading Cultural Insight: Bull Taunt

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The Legend Of Cantuña
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

The Legend Of Cantuña

We understand foreign culture in several ways. One way is by understanding the legends and folklore. Listen to today’s podcast … Continue reading The Legend Of Cantuña

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Fellowship
Hymns, Thoughts along the way

Fellowship

What we have seen and heard we announce to you too, so that you may have fellowship with us (and indeed our fellowship … Continue reading Fellowship

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Tree Tomato Ají Sauce
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way

Tree Tomato Ají Sauce

Tree tomato aji hot sauce / Ají de tomate de árbol Yield: ~1 1/2 cups of tree tomato aji Tamarillo … Continue reading Tree Tomato Ají Sauce

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Urgency
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Urgency

It should be clear that all these theologians believe in the same gospel; that the first priority of the church … Continue reading Urgency

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Willachina, Tapuykuna, Chimbapurana, Killpichirina, Paktachina (Indigenous Justice)
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

Willachina, Tapuykuna, Chimbapurana, Killpichirina, Paktachina (Indigenous Justice)

In Ecuador there are two systems of justice. Indigenous Justice is an ancient practice of restorative justice and it is … Continue reading Willachina, Tapuykuna, Chimbapurana, Killpichirina, Paktachina (Indigenous Justice)

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Wound Transformed
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Wound Transformed

I am ready to burn out for God. I am ready to endure any hardship, if by any means I … Continue reading Wound Transformed

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Blood Sport
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

Blood Sport

Sometimes cultural differences are uncomfortable. Today we discuss a common blood sport in Ecuador. (This is a throwback podcast. It … Continue reading Blood Sport

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El Guagua Auca
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

El Guagua Auca

Folklore and legends are in important part of understanding a culture. Folklore sometimes communicates deep or difficult cultual reality. Listen … Continue reading El Guagua Auca

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Go Forth
Hymns, Thoughts along the way

Go Forth

After this the Lord appointed seventy others and sent them on ahead of him in pairs to every town and … Continue reading Go Forth

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Empanadas De Viento
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way

Empanadas De Viento

Empanadas de viento (fried cheese empanada) Empanadas de viento are a special Ecuadorian treat.  Six out of seven Downings consider … Continue reading Empanadas De Viento

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The Work of Mark 16
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way, Uncategorized

The Work of Mark 16

The lesson is obvious. True missionaries concentrate on doing the work of Mark 16:15 rather than operating social-welfare programs. True … Continue reading The Work of Mark 16

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Cultural Insight: Syncretism
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

Cultural Insight: Syncretism

What do the Inca, the Conquistadores, the cult of Pachamama and Mariolatry have in common? Find out by listening to … Continue reading Cultural Insight: Syncretism

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Grown Out Of Love
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Grown Out Of Love

Hello friends, today we invite you to enjoy a blast from the past. This missionary devotion was first posted October … Continue reading Grown Out Of Love

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Cultural Insight: World’s End?
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

Cultural Insight: World’s End?

What if I told you that there is a building in Quito that if finished would cause Armageddon? Just click … Continue reading Cultural Insight: World’s End?

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Church
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

Church

The Gospel message is the same in every epoch and in every culture. Our Christian experience flows from the Gospel … Continue reading Church

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Press The Battle On
Hymns, Sunday Teachings, Thoughts along the way

Press The Battle On

Friends the movement of God should always be offensive not defensive! Today’s podcast explores an early hymn of joy and … Continue reading Press The Battle On

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Encebollado de Pescado (Tuna Fish Soup)
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way

Encebollado de Pescado (Tuna Fish Soup)

Encebollado de Pescado (Tuna Fish Soup) Serves: 8 people This Ecuadorian fish soup is made with fresh tuna, and has … Continue reading Encebollado de Pescado (Tuna Fish Soup)

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Contentment’s Secret
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Contentment’s Secret

I cared not where or how I lived, or what hardships I went through, so that I could but gain … Continue reading Contentment’s Secret

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Liberation
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Liberation

Missions is not a recruitment project for God’s labor force. It is a liberation project from the heavy burdens and … Continue reading Liberation

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Divine Reality
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Divine Reality

Mission is at the heart of the divine reality. It is the will of God and the Kingdom of God … Continue reading Divine Reality

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The Distinctive Mark
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

The Distinctive Mark

“The concern for world evangelization is not something tacked on to a man’s personal Christianity, which he may take or … Continue reading The Distinctive Mark

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Water
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

Water

The wellspring of the Gospel is powerful and freely flows into every culture. As you will find out on this … Continue reading Water

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All Because We Do Not Love Them
Hymns, Sunday Teachings, Thoughts along the way

All Because We Do Not Love Them

This hymn paints the absolute necessity of missions on the heart of the hearer. Pastor Daniel O. Teasley wrote this … Continue reading All Because We Do Not Love Them

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Plátanos asados con queso (baked ripe plantains with cheese)
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!

Plátanos asados con queso (baked ripe plantains with cheese)

Friends, this post was first published in March of 2020. This recipe produces: 6 baked ripe plantainsThis is an easy … Continue reading Plátanos asados con queso (baked ripe plantains with cheese)

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Nearer
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Nearer

The spirit of Christ is the spirit of missions. The nearer we get to Christ, the more missionary we become. … Continue reading Nearer

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The Purpose Of The Church
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

The Purpose Of The Church

Missions is not the ‘ministry of choice’ for a few hyperactive Christians in the church. Missions is the purpose of … Continue reading The Purpose Of The Church

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The Divine Desire
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

The Divine Desire

All of history is moving toward one great goal, the white-hot worship of God and His Son among all the … Continue reading The Divine Desire

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Carnival
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

Carnival

With much love, The Downings Have you heard our ministry story: Heavy Hearts? If not please click here.  Continue reading Carnival

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Missions And Relationships: Rev. Bob Burns
Ministry Story, Thoughts along the way

Missions And Relationships: Rev. Bob Burns

What does a missionary heart look like? Listen to this interview with Rev. Bob Burns and find out! Friends we … Continue reading Missions And Relationships: Rev. Bob Burns

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Sumaj Diosta Cantana Himnario #144 Christ Will Come Again
Hymns, Sunday Teachings, Thoughts along the way

Sumaj Diosta Cantana Himnario #144 Christ Will Come Again

Some of Church of God congregations sing out of a hymnal that is printed in both Quechua and Spanish. During … Continue reading Sumaj Diosta Cantana Himnario #144 Christ Will Come Again

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Fritada De Gallina (Fried Chicken)
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!

Fritada De Gallina (Fried Chicken)

Fritada de Gallina (Fried Chicken) Serves: 10-12 people Fritada de gallina is a delicious and tender Ecuadorian chicken dish.  Seven … Continue reading Fritada De Gallina (Fried Chicken)

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