Devotionals, Food, TravelDecember 29, 2023
2023 is closing: Looking back before moving forward
So much has happened professionally and personally in 2023. I'm getting ready to see what God has in store for…
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South America
TravelFebruary 13, 2023
What Did We See in Ecuador?
Amazing natural beauty and craftsmanship in Ecuador.
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What Did We Eat in Ecuador?
Ecuadorian dishes -- simple, typical, fancy, and strange.
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DevotionalsFebruary 3, 2023
The Gift of Giving
Thoughtfully chosen gifts. Gestures of appreciation. Time.
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TravelJanuary 30, 2023
Greetings from the Jungle
No, I'm not referring to Neville Arena where Auburn plays basketball. I'm referring to an actual jungle in Ecuador. When…
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Devotionals, TravelJanuary 27, 2023
Back in Ecuador
When you read this, Steve and I will be enjoying some days back in Ecuador -- almost 20 years exactly…
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Devotionals, Food, TravelApril 8, 2022
COME TO THE TABLE — Mission Field Meals . . . plus 2 recipes
Jesus instructed the people He sent out to "eat whatever was offered." That's not always easy.
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Top 20 Culinary Memories – Part 2
10 more fabulous meals and memorable restaurants from our first 50 years.
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DevotionalsDecember 1, 2017
Lottie Moon: Inspiration for Baptist Missionaries
We often referred to her affectionately as “Aunt Lottie.” None of us had ever met her, but we were indebted…
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DevotionalsJuly 28, 2017
The Dilemma of “Stuff”
I wrestled with choosing the best title for today’s post. At times, “The Burden of Stuff” seemed appropriate. At other…
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DevotionalsJuly 8, 2016
A Stroll and a Report
(Newsletter June 22, 2003) Today’s stroll along the river near our apartment was particularly cultural. Because of yesterday afternoon’s rains,…
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DevotionalsJuly 1, 2016
Blue Jeans and Blessings on a Sunday Morning
(Letter to our prayer partners, February 15, 2004) Hi Everybody! Before setting out this morning for Monjas, a very remote…
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