You are constantly surrounded by people. You are constantly surrounded by opportunities. Opportunities to invest your time and love in people, the best investment you could ever make. You have the ability to change lives, no matter where you are, no matter who you are around. God has the ability to touch people through you, through your love, and through your words. I have been learning a lot about encouragement and love, and the tremendous power both of these things have to strengthen relationships, to build people up, and to glorify God. God made us all differently and perfectly, and he...

You are constantly surrounded by people. You are constantly surrounded by opportunities. Opportunities to invest your time and love in people, the best investment you could ever make. You have the ability to change lives, no matter where you are, no matter who you are around. God has the ability to touch people through you, through your love, and through your words. I have been learning a lot about encouragement and love, and the tremendous power both of these things have to strengthen relationships, to build people up, and to glorify God. God made us all differently and perfectly, and he...

“I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. And whoever welcomes a little child like this in my name welcomes me.” Matthew 18:3-5   Children are so precious to God. Whever humbles themselves like children is greatest in heaven. We need to be loke children. We can learn so much from them. I for sure have learned so much from them while being here.   The children here in Africa bring such joy to my life. I...

Since the first day we arrived at our homestead I have been captivated by this purple tree that is across the street from us. In a this tiny town in the bush of Africa the colors of red and brown soil mixed with a variety of green bushes and plants are about the extend of diversity you see. However, as you walk down the hill back to our hut you can’t help but notice this huge brilliant purple tree woven in the dry and desolate landscape. It stands out, demands your attention and awe. Its a sign of beauty and hope in a town running low on money, energy, and life. When I see this tree I...

Fear. Such a gripping word. It eats into your soul and feels as cold as ice. It swallows it’s victims whole. It’s like a lion seeking who it may devour. It’s crippling. It’s dark. Evil. Far from God. Our team has been struggling with this lately. Some, like me, even from day one. Fear of the dark, fear of the unknown, fear of demonic forces. Fear of being unworthy or not beautiful. Just plain old fear. It’s amazing how such a small word can have such a huge impact.   But last night we took captive those things. As of October 19, 2011, we are free from...