Peter’s first epistle urges believers to embrace their identity as “elect exiles,” chosen and transformed by God. This calling compels active engagement with a secular culture, promoting grace and peace amidst challenges. Continue reading The Exilic Identity: A Clarion Call to God’s Elect in a Secular Age
On May 9, 2025, an ambush by the Comandos de la Frontera killed eight Ecuadorian soldiers during a military operation against illegal mining in Orellana province. Continue reading Massacre in the Jungle
The journey of faith intertwines grace and glory, fundamental divine attributes shaping our lives. Grace offers God’s unmerited favor, empowering us beyond sin, while glory presents His profound presence, enriching our existence. Embracing these realities requires continual surrender, gratitude, and awareness, transforming us into conduits of divine love and reflection in the world. Continue reading Illuminating the Soul: A Journey Through Grace and Glory
In a world valuing credentials, Acts 4:13-22 reveals the true source of power: a connection with Christ. Ordinary men, Peter and John, astound scholars with their boldness, attributed to their time with Jesus. The author’s experience mirrors this, emphasizing daily walks with Jesus over degrees. Seek divine connection for impactful influence. Continue reading The Eloquence of the Unschooled: When Divine Connection Transcends Human Knowledge
I am ready to burn out for God. I am ready to endure any hardship, if by any means I … Continue reading Wound Transformed
When Herod saw that he had been tricked by the wise men, he became enraged. He sent men to kill … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Jealousy
Friends, this post was first published on October of 2018. Not every believer has the missionary gift, but every Christian … Continue reading The Missionary Gift
When the wise men saw the star they shouted joyfully. As they came into the house and saw the child … Continue reading Christmas Devotion: Presents
I go out as a missionary not that I may follow the dictates of common sense, but that I may … Continue reading The Safe Dictates of Common Sense?
During our recent Caring Partners International medical mission trip we had an unexpected connection with one of our visitors. Donna Cox … Continue reading From Preble County to Quito’s Red Light District.
We have always loved the experience that holy week offers. When we were in pastoral ministry we always tried to … Continue reading The Service of Shadows (Experience Continued)
I am willing to go anywhere, at anytime, to do anything for Jesus. -Luther Wishard These words flowed from the … Continue reading Anywhere, Anytime, Anything