By Stephanie Pridgen I hope one day to travel the world sharing the message of Christ with those who have not heard. Its been a dream of mine for years. My passport lies blank just begging to be used. Books of different countries lay stacked on a shelf in my bedroom. CDs boasting learn such-and-such … Continue reading Reaching the Nations Thru Prayer
By Seth Barnes, Jr. Youre coming out with a new book called A Deeper Level. What is this deeper level to you? I think its the kind of a head first dive into refusing to be regular or normal or in and out. Its the dive into the perpetual living in relationship with God. In … Continue reading A Deeper Level – Interviewing Israel Houghton
By Scott Molgard I stared at the full moon glowing, hanging low over Kezar Lake. Clouds above me and the white caps in front of me reflected this eerie light. I listened for the mournful cries of a loon over the creaking of the docks. I thanked God I was alive, what was I thinking? … Continue reading Emerald Pool
By Matt Kok I watched her spin, her dark, shoulder-length hair barely holding on as it flew behind her in the wind. Beside her sat one of her two children, a young girl aged four. And they smiled. And they laughed. And they spun. Their little booth launched them in spins and loops as each … Continue reading A Mother’s Love, Pt. 1
By Hannah Lythe I never meant to fall in love when I went to South Africa last September. I left thinking I could make a difference in this world. I would be that difference. I find it amusing that despite our arrogance, the Lord will still use us and rip us apart to our core. … Continue reading Falling in Love With Ernie
By Mallorie Miller Bongi is 36-years-old and has three children, ages five, nine, and fourteen. She lives in the Valley of a Thousand Hills, outside of Durban, South Africa. When I met Bongi, she was visiting with friends, laughing and smiling. Her eyes are filled with kindness and sincerity. She greeted us warmly and welcomed … Continue reading Have you ever met a miracle?
By Cliff Rivera Like a moth to a flame burned beside a bonfire My love is a sweaty bandanna red with desire For organic acres of planteyn plantations Simple yet complex like a wise and lovely Lola Who listens to us talk on the casa phone of Grandad Better late than never Better now than … Continue reading My Golden Moth
By Stephanie Fisk We just sent Amanda to Thailand. Here is an article from another missionary in Bangkok who is reporting on the work being done over there to rescue young girls from the sex trade: I have not been able to sleep much since we have arrived in Thailand. It is right here. My … Continue reading Bangkok Underground: Seeing the sex industry first-hand
By Brittany Green I can relate to the prodigal son. I have had my fair share of selfish pursuits for lovers far less wild. Abandoning my family, reputation, and sanity in search of the cheap, here-and-now pleasure. Forget the shame it may bring upon myself, my family, my friends and my God. I too have … Continue reading Confessions of a Prodigal’s Brother
By Jeff Goins, Editor Im sitting outside of local eatery Pucketts with a couple of guys I just met through a friend: Robbie from the Robbie Seay Band and the band’s manager Jeremy. They only have a few minutes, and distractions abound. Mid-way thru the conversation, we laugh, because were so very thankful for the … Continue reading Interviewing Robbie Seay Band