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The Legacy of Faith, Hope & Love – Love – Part 3
When Our Love for Jesus Becomes a Life That Changes Others “Simon son of John, do you love me?”Three times Jesus asked Peter this question. At first glance, it might seem like Jesus was simply looking for an answer. But this moment was about much more than a question. It was about restoration, purpose,…
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Fear Builds Walls, Love Builds Bridges – Embracing the Nations
Imagine a New Home for Them “The foreigner residing among you must be treated as your native-born. Love them as yourself.” Leviticus 19:34 There is something deeply unsettling about being the outsider. Over the years, Peter and I have lived in three different countries. We moved from Canada to Thailand (10.5 years) , spent…
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Pass the Sauce: Adventures in Eating as Pastors and Missionaries
Food is important to us. Not just because it keeps us alive, but because it connects us to something deeper. Food carries memories, traditions, relationships, and experiences. It gives us a sense of home. No matter where you live or how much you fall in love with the food of the country you move…
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The Legacy of Faith, Hope & Love – Hope – Part 2
When life changes, God remains faithful Romans 5:2–5 “Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God’s glory. We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help…
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Which Bible Character Do You Identify With Most? Peter, Nehemiah… and Us
Sometimes we read the stories of people in the Bible and think, I could never be like them. We place them on pedestals, seeing only their greatest moments of faith while overlooking the painful chapters of their lives. It’s almost as though we read their stories through rose-coloured glasses. Take David, for example. We…