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God’s Arms
Oh, how cute! the young Japanese woman thought. She was standing next to an American family on a packed train when the couple’s baby reached out and grabbed her shirt. Having a good command of English, she began talking with the American family. “We are Christian missionaries,” they said. The…
The Little Missionary
After 10 years of marriage, we decided it was time to expand our family. Thank God, Sol has had a wonderful and stable eight months of pregnancy, and very soon, Julián will join our family in person. When our dear local friends found out, they could not help but offer…
An Angel Between the Door and Me
On either side of the road stood a few houses on the mostly open fields, with small trees and bushes scattered here and there. Because it was Cambodia’s wet season, water and mud from recent rains filled the ditch at the sides of the road. The sun was strong that…
Countdown to Departure: Short-Term Missionaries Reflect on a Season of Growth
Three months ago, the short-term and student missionaries (STMs and SMs) set a simple counter on their phones: 120 days until departure. Every week they watched the number drop while the school buzzed with year-end preparations. They pitched in everywhere; then, three weeks out, cleaned rooms, packed suitcases and chose…
when the Lights Went Out
I am reminded of the grace and mercy God has for my life. I am reminded that even when we do not realize it, He is there with us, watching over us, sending His angels to protect us and keep us safe. During my time at the Tai-Kadai Project, many…
Examining the Ancient Thoughts and Ways
In Northeast Thailand, conversations about death often include two deeply rooted spiritual ideas. One is ผี (phii), the spirit or ghost of the deceased. The other is ขวัญ (khwan), the life essence believed to remain connected to a person even after death. These beliefs shape funeral traditions, family relationships, and…
A Pink Flamingo
Since I was a child, I have always listened to stories of people traveling to different countries and becoming missionaries. The idea of becoming a missionary myself seemed idyllic, especially when I was younger. As the years went on and I continued to see people go and serve, I felt…
The Land of Trust and Obey
Now, where did I put it? Why can’t I find it in my apartment . . . ? Why, of course. As I get older, I sometimes forget why I entered the next room. But this time, I remembered I had left my cooler bag at a convenience store, on…
Stepping Stones
In the years since our children were small, many student missionaries have come and gone from our home. Each one has been a blessing. What has impressed me most is watching them draw closer to God during their time with us. Some, after finishing school and starting families, went on…
Try, Try Again
Of the many words of wisdom my father instilled in me in my youth, one of the phrases that has stuck with me is: If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. Our field director, Chris White, visited our project recently. We currently live in an area with limited…