Who Is The Head Of The Church?
Friends, this post was first published in May of 2019. Who is the head of the Church and why does … Continue reading Who Is The Head Of The Church?
Category: Thoughts along the way
Caldo De Pata
Caldo de pata (cow feet soup) Serves:10 people This traditional Latin American comfort soup is somewhat of an acquired taste. … Continue reading Caldo De Pata
Back To The Original Path
There are no closed doors to the gospel – provided that, once you get inside, you don’t care if you … Continue reading Back To The Original Path
What Will Stand?
There are many plans in a person’s mind,but it is the counsel of the Lord that will stand. Proverbs 19:21 Continue reading What Will Stand?
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
Go Ye Into All The World
With much love, Continue reading Go Ye Into All The World
Who Takes Members Into The Church?
Friends, this is a throwback post. It was originally published in June of 2019. In today’s podcast we explore who … Continue reading Who Takes Members Into The Church?
Blessings
God did not shower such great blessing on this nation for the Christians to live in extravagance, in self-indulgence, and … Continue reading Blessings
What Is The Door Of The Church?
This is a throwback post. It was first published in May of 2019. “Then said Jesus unto them again, Verily, … Continue reading What Is The Door Of The Church?
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
I am Healed
Ministry Story: Motives
What motivates you to attend church? Today’s ministry story is a reflection on motives. With much love, The … Continue reading Ministry Story: Motives
How Many Churches Does God Have?
Does God have more than one church? Click play to find out! Every description of the divine church shows its … Continue reading How Many Churches Does God Have?
Be Careful To Live Holy
“Saved from sin today, every band is riven,I am a child of God!” B.E. Warren We are called to be … Continue reading Be Careful To Live Holy
Psalm 96
Sing to the Lord a new song.Sing to the Lord, all the earth.Sing to the Lord. Praise his name.Announce every day how he delivers.Tell … Continue reading Psalm 96
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
I am The Lord’s
But Take Courage
I have told you these things so that in me you may have peace. In the world you have trouble … Continue reading But Take Courage
Who Is The Foundation Of The Church?
Who is the foundation of the Church? Does it matter? Well yes it does! Click play below and find out … Continue reading Who Is The Foundation Of The Church?
Mango Ceviche
Mango ceviche We love mangos! This simple mango ceviche recipe has brought us a fair amount of joy. Seven out … Continue reading Mango Ceviche
With Christ’s Eyes
Nothing pleases Christ more than for us to share with Him His burden for the world and its people. Nothing … Continue reading With Christ’s Eyes
Short Term Mission Trips: Wanda Cox
Have you ever thought about going on a short term mission trip? Wanda and John hadn’t until they were invited … Continue reading Short Term Mission Trips: Wanda Cox
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
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
Abide
Now by this we know that we have come to know God: if we keep his commandments. The one who says “I have … Continue reading Abide
What Is The Church?
(Friends, this is a throwback post first published in April of 2019) The Bible clearly names the Church “the body … Continue reading What Is The Church?
Repe Ljano (Ecuadorian Green Banana Soup)
Repe Ljano (Ecuadorian Green Banana Soup) serves: 8-10 people Repe Ljano is a distinctive creamy soup made with green bananas, … Continue reading Repe Ljano (Ecuadorian Green Banana Soup)
God’s Plan
“God has huge plans for the world today! He is not content to merely establish a handful of struggling churches … Continue reading God’s Plan
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
And Then The End
And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached throughout the whole inhabited earth as a testimony to all the … Continue reading And Then The End
Fit For Service
“A man not spiritually fitted ought not to go, but neither is he fit to stay.” Robert Speer As Christians, … Continue reading Fit For Service
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
Cast thy Bread Upon The Water
Mission And Redemption
“Do we claim to believe in God? He’s a missionary God. You tell me you’re committed to Christ. He’s a … Continue reading Mission And Redemption
Beyond Your Horizons
“I like men whose vision carries them far beyond their own horizons.” Kenneth Strachan “I can do all things through … Continue reading Beyond Your Horizons
The Church’s Jubilee
This hymn is widely considered the anthem of the Church of God. It harkens back to a time when we … Continue reading The Church’s Jubilee
Poverty And Power
“Two distinguishing marks of the early church were: 1) Poverty 2) Power.” T.J. Bach The early church certainly had two … Continue reading Poverty And Power
We’re A Happy Pilgrim Band
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
The Harvest Call
About five in the afternoon he went out and found still others standing around. He asked them, ‘Why have you … Continue reading The Harvest Call
The Church Must Send
“The Church must send or the church will end.” Mendell Taylor Our Lord has called us to be His body, … Continue reading The Church Must Send
I’ll Follow With Rejoicing
But he brought his people out like a flock; he led them like sheep through the wilderness.He guided them safely, so … Continue reading I’ll Follow With Rejoicing
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
The Divorce
It is one of the great tragedies of church history – the divorce between the church and her mission. Today … Continue reading The Divorce
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
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
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
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
Psalm One
Psalm one is a wisdom psalm and the author tells his audience to reject the lifestyle of the wicked and … Continue reading Psalm One
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)