“The sweetness of a friend comes from earnest counsel… As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another” Proverbs 27: 9,17 (NIV). As Proverbs 27 teaches, friendships help us discover blind spots. We create space to grow when we remain open to...
When walking into an elementary school, it’s easy to guess what you’ll find. Crayons scattered on desks, bright outbursts of laughter and squeals erupting from behind colorfully decorated classroom doors. It takes a special person with a specific calling to lead...
The first of January can feel like the starting line of a race. Hands and feet in ready position and eyes set on the road ahead, we see the year to come. Whether it’s resolutions, moving to a new city, or starting a Bible study, we all begin the year on that...
The Christmas season invites us in and sparks celebration. Because of the birth of Jesus, we find peace in the fact that God chose to dwell among us through Jesus and continues to dwell within us today. We find encouragement of this truth through Pastor Joseph...
Panama is a country of endless potential. Yet, this potential is untapped, with 47,957 children out of school and 20 percent of the population living below the poverty line. COVID-19 only made this worse with one of the world’s longest lockdowns. Because of...
In recent years, Burkina Faso has seen more destruction than ever. Terrorist attacks and the displacement of millions have made the path ahead difficult. For many Burkinabés, it feels like dark and unknown terrain. How God is Moving Amidst misfortune, the resilient,...
