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Hot Culture, Cold Culture
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!

Hot Culture, Cold Culture

Do you know the difference between a hot culture and a cold culture? We invite you to listen to this … Continue reading Hot Culture, Cold Culture

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Poverty
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!

Poverty

This post was first published in May of 2020. Friends, today’s cultural insight is about poverty. After we recorded this … Continue reading Poverty

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Salchipapas (French Fries And Hot Dogs)
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!

Salchipapas (French Fries And Hot Dogs)

Salchipapas (French Fries with Hot Dog) Serves 4 people – 1 potato and hot dog per person. Salchipapas are typical … Continue reading Salchipapas (French Fries And Hot Dogs)

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With Christ’s Eyes
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

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

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Ministry Story: Preaching and Prayer
Ministry Story, Thoughts along the way

Ministry Story: Preaching and Prayer

(This ministry story happened very early on in our ministry here in Ecuador. Thank you for traveling along with us … Continue reading Ministry Story: Preaching and Prayer

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Back To The Original Path
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

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

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I Cannot Be Idle
Hymns, Sunday Teachings, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!

I Cannot Be Idle

William J. Henry was an early leader in the Holiness Movement. In 1889 he, answered a call to hold revival … Continue reading I Cannot Be Idle

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Blessings
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

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

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We have A Hope
Hymns, Sunday Teachings, Thoughts along the way

We have A Hope

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Christmas Devotions: Going Home A Different Way
Christmas Devotions, Thoughts along the way

Christmas Devotions: Going Home A Different Way

After being warned in a dream not to return to Herod, the wise men went back by another route to … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Going Home A Different Way

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Christmas Devotions: Sacrifice
Christmas Devotions, Thoughts along the way

Christmas Devotions: Sacrifice

Then Simeon blessed them and said to his mother Mary, “Listen carefully: This child is destined to be the cause … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Sacrifice

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Christmas Devotions: Egypt
Christmas Devotions, Thoughts along the way

Christmas Devotions: Egypt

After Herod had died, an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt saying, “Get up, … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Egypt

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Christmas Devotions: Humility
Christmas Devotions, Thoughts along the way

Christmas Devotions: Humility

And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in strips of cloth and laid him in a … Continue reading Christmas Devotions: Humility

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Christmas Devotions: Joseph And The Angel
Christmas Devotions, Thoughts along the way

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

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Christmas Devotions: Mary And The Holy Spirit
Christmas Devotions, Thoughts along the way

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

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Christmas Devotions: Foreshadowing
Christmas Devotions, Thoughts along the way

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

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Christmas Devotions: Family
Christmas Devotions, Thoughts along the way

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

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Cultural Insight: The Virgen Of El Quinche
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

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

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Chifles
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way

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

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World Vision
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

World Vision

Lack of world vision in any Christian produces a “pea-sized Christianity.” David Bryant Followers of Christ are commissioned into His … Continue reading World Vision

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Shrimp Stuffed Avocado
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way

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

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Seeds of Revival
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Seeds of Revival

God has huge plans for the world today! He is not content to merely establish a handful of struggling churches … Continue reading Seeds of Revival

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Interview with Michael and Rachel Galarneau
Thoughts along the way

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

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Awake
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Awake

Many do not recognize the fact as they ought, that Satan has got men fast asleep in sin and that … Continue reading Awake

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Concentric Waves
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Concentric Waves

The primacy of missions is written in large letters across the pages of the whole Bible. All the apostles gave … Continue reading Concentric Waves

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Peace
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

Peace

Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” John 20:21 We … Continue reading Peace

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Cultural Insight: Cooking on Volcanic Rock
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

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

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The Chief End
Missionary Devotion, Thoughts along the way

The Chief End

Missions are the chief end of the Church… the chief end of the ministry ought to be to equip the … Continue reading The Chief End

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Pan de Yuca
Cooking With The Downings, Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way

Pan de Yuca

Friends, this post was first published in September of 2019. Pan de yuca or cheese bread (this recipe is taken … Continue reading Pan de Yuca

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Tigrillo: Ecuadorian Green Plantain Mash
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!

Tigrillo: Ecuadorian Green Plantain Mash

Friends, this post was first published in July of 2019. Tigrillo: Ecuadorian Green Plantain Mash   Tigrillo is a wonderful … Continue reading Tigrillo: Ecuadorian Green Plantain Mash

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Ministry Story: The Ark
Ministry Story, Thoughts along the way

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

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Water
Cultural Insight, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!

Water

Friends, this post was first published in July of 2019. The wellspring of the Gospel is powerful and freely flows … Continue reading Water

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Quinoa Soup With Beef
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way

Quinoa Soup With Beef

Quinoa soup with beef Serves: 8-10 people. Seven out of seven Downing family members enjoy this delicious soup. Ingredients Instructions … Continue reading Quinoa Soup With Beef

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Níspero Chicken
Cooking With The Downings, Thoughts along the way, Throwback Thursday

Níspero Chicken

Friends, this post was first published in May of 2020. Níspero Chicken Servings: 2 Preparation: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 … Continue reading Níspero Chicken

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Missions And Relationships
Ministry Story, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!

Missions And Relationships

Friends, this post was first published in July of2019. What does a missionary heart look like? Listen to this interview … Continue reading Missions And Relationships

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Year in Review Part One: Ministry Context
Thoughts along the way, Year in Review 2021

Year in Review Part One: Ministry Context

This year has been spectacular in many ways! Here is part one of our year in review. With love, Continue reading Year in Review Part One: Ministry Context

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Christmas Devotion: Presents
Christmas Devotions, Thoughts along the way

Christmas Devotion: Presents

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

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Who Is The Founder Of The Church?
Sunday Teachings, Thoughts along the way

Who Is The Founder Of The Church?

Who founded the Church? To answer this question we consider an excerpt from the book THE CHURCH OF GOD, WHAT IT … Continue reading Who Is The Founder Of The Church?

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Ministry Story: No Earthly Pastor
Ministry Story, Thoughts along the way

Ministry Story: No Earthly Pastor

Friends, this post was first published in May of 2019. What do you do if you your church has no … Continue reading Ministry Story: No Earthly Pastor

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Elucidate Holiness
Theology Thursday, Thoughts along the way

Elucidate Holiness

Friends, this post was first published in March of 2020. Friends, in today’s podcast an excerpt was read from a … Continue reading Elucidate Holiness

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Who Organizes The Church?
Sunday Teachings, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!

Who Organizes The Church?

Friends this post was first published in June of 2019. Our fallen human nature dictates that we try to organize … Continue reading Who Organizes The Church?

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Ministry Story: Communion
Ministry Story, Thoughts along the way, Throwback post!

Ministry Story: Communion

Friends, this post was first published in July of 2019. There is something powerful about the shared experience of Communion! … Continue reading Ministry Story: Communion

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