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Women Unmuted
Women have always played a vital role in God’s redemptive plan, from the Old Testament to the New, leading, teaching, and prophesying with divine authority. Despite a few often-misunderstood passages used to silence women in ministry, scripture when read in context, shows a consistent pattern of God empowering both men and women to lead.…
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Three Words on a Paper. One Unforgettable Encounter.
At a missions school in Thailand, I prayed for a practical way to help students hear God’s voice. What happened next reminded me that when we listen, God still speaks in surprising ways. Teaching Students to Hear God’s Voice At our missions school in Thailand, I was leading a session on serving as global workers…
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I’d rather die from a Cobra bite
A gruelling trip to North India, a sweltering night without electricity – and the threat of cobras outside the window – tested our comfort and perspective. What began in complaints and exhaustion turned into a powerful lesson as we witnessed persecuted leaders worship with joy. God reminded us that discomfort is nothing compared to…
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The Belonging Blueprint – A Pastor’s Guide to Welcoming and Integrating Guests
This article is the first of several upcoming pieces on the ministry of connection and belonging. It shares personal experiences and biblical insight into what it truly means to welcome newcomers, integrate them into community and reflect the heart of Jesus by making sure everyone feels seen and valued. Every calling begins with a moment – or a…
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The Beauty of Diversity
Nine years ago God called us back to Canada after serving as Global Workers in Thailand for ten and a half years. Before Thailand, we had the privilege of serving in a church with many nations and loved learning from and growing with other cultures. Moving to another nation was a very different thing. In Thailand…
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We Got Called!
Sandra and Peter each discovered their pastoral calling in different ways–Sandra through a powerful encounter with the Holy Spirit at youth camp, and Peter through a life-changing moment of surrender as a teenager. Both experienced God’s clear leading that shaped their lives and ministry, reminding us that true calling is about answering His invitation…
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Don’t Miss the Miracle
We often get so focused on rules, appearances or small frustrations that we miss the bigger miracle God is doing right in front of us. This reflection on John 5:1–15 reminds us to shift our focus back to Jesus. Missing the Point Have you ever worked hard on something, only to have people miss the…