Field Stories

Featured stories from the most recent issue of Adventist Frontiers.

Canoe Paddles and Culture

Canoeing is part of the culture of the river people—they take pride in knowing how to do it and do it well. Even the shape, size and ornamentation of their paddles all have meaning beyond their basic function. When I purposely try to assimilate, it gives them joy that I want to be like them, which is part of the glue that binds me to the river people.

Keren Lawrence
January 1st, 2022

The Little Mission Truck

Yes, our poor little mission truck has served God’s work well. But we’ve come to the point where we need to replace it as it is too expensive and dangerous to keep driving it.

John Holbrook
January 1st, 2022

Worth it All

“You came. You helped me. You stayed. You’re my friend.” I smiled but didn’t say anything. Loem’s words had touched my heart in a profound way that felt just right!

Christopher Sorensen
January 1st, 2022

Basket Blessing

It was not easy for this couple to decide to follow Christ. They are challenged daily as they stand firm for divine principles.

AFM
January 1st, 2022

When God Changes Your Plans!

God is always bringing people our way. We just need to be open to see where He is at work and join Him.

Claudette Aleman
January 1st, 2022

A Time for Everything

Whether they were for him or against him, the people of Kangaba were very touched by his sudden death and many reflected on the fragility of life.

Toorays
January 1st, 2022

“Mom, Do You Know We Are Homeless?”

“Sweetheart, having a house is good, but making a home is the best. Our home is in heaven. We are all strangers on this planet. So, even if we don’t own our own home, we must at least appreciate what God is doing on our behalf and for others.”

Isatta Coker
January 1st, 2022