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The Wrong Direction It had been a wonderful afternoon; a picnic lunch at the riverside in the beautiful Cambodian countryside with my Khmer pastor friend’s small group. Opportunities to practice language abounded alongside the delicious fried noodles, icy cold coke, … Continue reading Language Study In Missions
“Here are the days when holding fast to the gospel, actually believing the Bible, and putting it into practice will mean risking your reputation, sacrificing your social status, disagreeing with your closest family and friends, jeopardizing your economic security and … Continue reading Counter Culture
Who Are They? They buy fruit from me every Saturday morning at the farmers’ market. They attend my classes and advocate for acceptance at my university. They live in my neighborhood and walk the streets of my town. They have … Continue reading A Biblical Response to Homosexuality
Anabaptist culture Each year, four million tourists visit Holmes County, Ohio to observe the unique people known as Amish. As a Mennonite and one who lives in the area, I see it all firsthand. It seems that anything and everything … Continue reading Worth Dying For
Why Pursue Holiness? Dream smoothies How would you describe your dream smoothie? I imagine plump red strawberries, fresh homemade yogurt, a generous swirl of chocolate syrup, whole milk, and plenty of ice cubes. I see the blender chopping, crushing, and … Continue reading Pursuing Holiness
Elk hunt Imagine with me seven young men, full of energy and excitement, packing their hunting gear and heading west to the rugged wilderness of southwestern Colorado, each with dreams of shooting “The Big One.” Three days into the hunt, … Continue reading The Ancient Paths
