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  • Is Wisdom a Guarantee for Success?

    Is Wisdom a Guarantee for Success?

    “King Solomon was wiser when he was young than when he was old.”   Dr. Ron Smith Considering Solomon to be a major contributor to the book of Proverbs is a sobering thought. Solomon is famous for asking for wisdom when God granted him any wish. He received great wisdom, loved the Lord (1 Kings…

  • America, Meet the World

    America, Meet the World

    Hello America. Meet the Rest of the World. Note; This is not a political post but one of identification. The closer we get to the election in the United States, the more comments, eye rolling, and jokes I am hearing as an American living overseas. My journey as an American in missions has spanned over…

  • Keeping Jesus at the Center

    Keeping Jesus at the Center

    Jesus is the Center. We say this phrase often, but when have we last had someone we respect, tell us how this works in their lives? Jesus said, “Love the Lord your God with all your Heart, all of your Soul, all of your Mind, and all of your Strength.” (Mark 12:30) So what does that…

  • Romance Redefined

    Romance Redefined

    As Christians we toss words around like intimacy and passion transforming relationship with God into romance with God. In a sexualized culture, it is natural to start using these words to speak of our fellowship with God. We believe the highest human form of relationship will take on a sexual nature. I’ve heard stories of…

  • Wisdom for All of Life

    Wisdom for All of Life

    In their new book, [amazon_link id=”0830844341″ target=”_blank” ]40/40 Vision: Clarifying Your Mission in Midlife[/amazon_link], Peter Greer and Greg Lafferty explore a number of issues to which we can all relate. Their book is geared towards those in their 40’s who are facing mid-life and the period of evaluation which goes hand in hand. The source…

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