Dealing with Grief While Far from Home

“DEATH leaves a heartache that no one can heal.” As I read those words on the board and viewed the many pictures of the man who had passed away, I could not help but think back over the many precious people who have died and have left a deep hole…

Higher Ground

Along parts of Japan’s coastline, quiet stone markers stand facing the sea. At first glance, they appear ordinary, but their messages carry the voices of people who lived centuries ago. These are known as tsunami stones. Many such markers were placed by survivors of devastating waves that destroyed entire villages.…

The Time Had Come

Looking at us thoughtfully, the woman asked, “Have you ever considered becoming field supervisors?” Our first encounter with the idea of being a field director was back in 2004. God had been working on our hearts to become missionaries, and that summer, during Michigan Camp Meeting, we visited the AFM…

The Time Had Come

Looking at us thoughtfully, the woman asked, “Have you ever considered becoming field supervisors?” Our first encounter with the idea of being a field director was back in 2004. God had been working on our hearts to become missionaries, and that summer, during Michigan Camp Meeting, we visited the AFM…

Breads, from Physical to Spiritual

In my April 2026 article, “Dog Treats and Bread,” I concluded with Mr. B inviting me into his home (a first) and how we sat down for a long and interesting conversation. As we sat in his dining room, Mr. B began to talk about his realization that he needs…

Seeking True Healing

“Please go to room number 11 for your next test.” After room 11’s test was completed, “Room 6.” “Room 3.” “Room 1.” “Room 4.” After hearing the next number and receiving a clipboard with my information on it, I marched off toward the given room number, placed the item in…

May 2026

Loud and Cheerful

Sister Loud, a quiet, unassuming woman who has only been a Christian for about three years, recently sat down with Andy and expressed feeling overwhelmed in her position as our local school director. Not a natural-born leader, she prefers to let others make decisions. But she is undoubtedly a dedicated…

Discovering a Gap

“Tonight’s lesson was good,” said Kokoro-san. Our little group of three was having a Bible study in a restaurant that night. After eating, we studied the story of the Good Samaritan from the Gospel of Luke. The atmosphere was relaxed, and there was a low chatter of people talking in…