Christmas Devotions: The Voice
A man came, sent from God, whose name was John. He came as a witness to testify about the light, … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: The Voice
Author: Our Mission Path
Timothy and Angelita Downing are your missionaries in Ecuador. After serving Christ in pastoral ministry for 15 years they followed God's calling into missionary service.
Christmas Devotions: Speechless
Zechariah said to the angel, “How can I be sure of this? For I am an old man, and my … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Speechless
Happy Birthday Quito!
Now while Paul was waiting for them at Athens, his spirit was being provoked within him as he was observing … Continue reading Happy Birthday Quito!
Christmas Devotions: Encouragement
In those days Mary got up and went hurriedly into the hill country, to a town of Judah, and entered … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Encouragement
Christmas Devotions: Joseph And The Angel
Now the birth of Jesus Christ happened this way. While his mother Mary was engaged to Joseph, but before they … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Joseph And The Angel
Christmas Devotions: Mary And The Holy Spirit
The angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town of Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin engaged to a … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Mary And The Holy Spirit
Christmas Devotions: Bethlehem
As for you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, seemingly insignificant among the clans of Judah – from you a king will emerge who … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Bethlehem
Christmas Devotions: Immanuel
For this reason the sovereign master himself will give you a confirming sign. Look, this virgin is about to conceive … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Immanuel
Christmas Devotions: The Family of David
“I, Jesus, have sent my angel to testify to you about these things for the churches. I am the root … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: The Family of David
Christmas Devotions: A Promise Beyond Borders
Naomi said, “Look, your sister-in-law is returning to her people and to her god. Follow your sister-in-law back home!” But … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: A Promise Beyond Borders
Giving Tuesday
And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 Friends, … Continue reading Giving Tuesday
Christmas Devotion: Rahab’s Crimson Cord
Then Rahab let the spies down by a rope through the window. (Her house was built as part of the … Continue reading Christmas Devotion: Rahab’s Crimson Cord
Christmas Devotions: Foreshadowing
After Moses the LORD’s servant died, the LORD said to Joshua son of Nun, Moses’ assistant: “Moses my servant is … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Foreshadowing
Christmas Devotions: The Blessing
Now the LORD said to Abram, “Go out from your country, your relatives, and your father’s household to the land … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: The Blessing
Christmas Devotions: The Promise
The LORD God said to the serpent, “Because you have done this, cursed are you above all the wild beasts … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: The Promise
Thanksgiving Update:
Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with an attitude of thanksgiving Colossians 4:2 Here is the link to … Continue reading Thanksgiving Update:
Christmas Devotions: The Fall
“Did you eat from the tree that I commanded you not to eat from?” The man said, “The woman whom … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: The Fall
Thankful
We give thanks to God always for all of you, making mention of you in our prayers; constantly bearing in … Continue reading Thankful
Christmas Devotions: Family
“So then, whenever we have an opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who belong … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Family
Christmas Devotions: Before Time
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was fully God. The Word … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Before Time
Christmas Devotion: Symbols
“For the law possesses a shadow of the good things to come but not the reality itself, and is therefore … Continue reading Christmas Devotion: Symbols
Will The Circle Be Unbroken?
you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God’s people and also members of his household Ephesians 2:19 Continue reading Will The Circle Be Unbroken?
Cultural Insight: The Virgen Of El Quinche
Why does Ecuador need missionaries? This legend of La Raina Del El Quinche will give you some insight into the … Continue reading Cultural Insight: The Virgen Of El Quinche
Chifles
Chifles (Fried green banana/plantain chips) Chifles are also known as mariquitas, chicharitas, platanutres, platanitos or plataninas, are thin fried green … Continue reading Chifles
Shrimp Stuffed Avocado
This recipe for shrimp stuffed avocado is made with ripe avocado filled with shrimp, red onion, radish, bell pepper, celery … Continue reading Shrimp Stuffed Avocado
Co-ministry
It will come about after this That I will pour out My Spirit on all mankind; And your sons and … Continue reading Co-ministry
no bake Cookies
Interview with Michael and Rachel Galarneau
“The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out workers … Continue reading Interview with Michael and Rachel Galarneau
Níspero Jam
Friends, our níspero trees are heavy laden with fruit so it is time to process them into eatable delights. This … Continue reading Níspero Jam
Cultural Insight: Cooking on Volcanic Rock
Friends, this post was first published in April of 2019. In today’s cultural insight podcast we explore the Ecuadorian tradition … Continue reading Cultural Insight: Cooking on Volcanic Rock
Disciple! Going to the ends of the earth
Friends, this post was first published in October of 2020. We are sent with a purpose and mission far greater … Continue reading Disciple! Going to the ends of the earth
Disciple! Being a missionary
Friends, this post was first published in September of 2020. The Great Commission calls each believer into what we commonly … Continue reading Disciple! Being a missionary
What is a Minga?
And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak, … Continue reading What is a Minga?
Disciple! Presence
Friends, this post was first published in September of 2020. The Great Commission of Christ begins with the assurance of … Continue reading Disciple! Presence
Ministry Story: The Ark
Friends, this post was first published in September of 2019. We love walking alongside our brothers and sisters here in … Continue reading Ministry Story: The Ark
La Reina Del El Quinche
Friends, this post was first published in May of 2019. Why does Ecuador need missionaries? This legend of La Reina … Continue reading La Reina Del El Quinche
Disciple! Educate
Friends, this post was first published in September of 2020. The idea of “Teaching” in the Great Commission is an … Continue reading Disciple! Educate
Cultural Insight: Rumicucho
Friends, this post was first published in February of 2019. With much love, The Downings Continue reading Cultural Insight: Rumicucho
Disciple! Newness of Life
Friends, this post was first published in August of 2020. Part of disciple-ing others is helping them connect with Christ’s … Continue reading Disciple! Newness of Life
Disciple! Imperative
Friends, this post was first published in August of 2020. We may only disciple another for Christ on Christ’s terms … Continue reading Disciple! Imperative
Disciple! Where
Friends, this post was first published in August of 2020. “All nations” is the field of concern the Great Commission … Continue reading Disciple! Where
Disciple! Engage
Friends, this post was first published in August of 2020. “All power is given unto me in heaven and in … Continue reading Disciple! Engage
Class
Why is the USA called the land of opportunity? Do you know the difference between a class based and classless … Continue reading Class
Disciple! Who
Friends, this post was first published in August of 2020. Matthew’s account of the Great Commission leaves little room for … Continue reading Disciple! Who
Disciple! Assurance
Friends, this post was first published in July of 2020. Jesus wraps His Missionary enterprise, His disciple-making Commission in the … Continue reading Disciple! Assurance
Disciple! Vision
Friends, this post was first published in July of 2020. Everything is online these days, and our Seminary program is … Continue reading Disciple! Vision
The Big Move
Friends, here is the latest ministry announcement from your missionaries in Ecuador. Continue reading The Big Move
And Just Like That, The Paro Is…
Friends, the Paro Nacional in Ecuador is on hold for now. Here is a podcast explaining the pause of the … Continue reading And Just Like That, The Paro Is…
Paro Nacional Video Update
Friends, here is the latest update from your missionaries in Ecuador. Continue reading Paro Nacional Video Update
Paro Nacional Update June 24, 2022
Friends, here is today’s update on the protests in Ecuador. Continue reading Paro Nacional Update June 24, 2022