We chose a table in an empty cafeteria as our refuge from the cold. Ellen and Diana, our newly-saved friends were excited to see us again, but even more excited at the gifts we brought them – [...]
Last year, Lindsay was my favorite friend and most eager disciple. But this year something changed, and I recognized a subtle shift in Lindsay's priorities. In preparation for a crucial exam [...]
In less than a week we’ll be flying to another country for a break and some meetings. That’s good news! We’ll be staying about 10 days in the tropical paradise, and then [...]
There have been so many times where I’ve wondered if my friends are really changed. I mean…I know they are in the family, don’t get me wrong. But is there an active process [...]
After turning the dead bolt of my apartment door with a haunting click, I slowly turned to the leaders in my living room and pronounced, “We have a problem. And no one is leaving here until we [...]
By Saturday afternoon, Ellei and I were exhausted from a sleepover the night before. It took all of our energy just to get through our lunch appointment that day, and I found myself wishing I [...]
“I thought you would say that.” Four months ago Vash and I had met for dinner with Gav, and in the course of the conversation we had mentioned our faith in God. You just read his [...]
“My mother has…cancer.” My breath caught in my throat when I heard Connie's words. “I don't know where to turn. I don't know what to do…” I could barely hear Connie's faint voice [...]
Several evenings ago, I was reminded of a not-so-pleasant fact about myself: I have never developed the discipline to go to bed when I’m not exhausted. I had gotten so much sleep in the [...]
The month of December is now known as the month of Christmas! Jam-packed full of activities organized around sharing the story of the First Christmas, it has been our busiest month yet! [...]