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
This post was first published in May of 2020. Friends, today’s cultural insight is about poverty. After we recorded this … Continue reading Poverty
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)
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
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
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
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
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
We have A Hope
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
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
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
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
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: 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: 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
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
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
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
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
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
Awake
Many do not recognize the fact as they ought, that Satan has got men fast asleep in sin and that … Continue reading Awake
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Water
Friends, this post was first published in July of 2019. The wellspring of the Gospel is powerful and freely flows … Continue reading Water
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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?
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