This post is a summary of my recent trip to another country in the region. If you are interested in hearing more details or you’re wondering more specifically where I was, contact me! I stepped out of a taxi at
Leaving and going
“The Lord had said to Abram, ‘Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you.’” Gen 12:1 There’s quite a difference between going from and going to. In English, we generally distinguish
Contingency plan
Some of my favorite places are on Minnesota lakes. The solitude, the calmness, and the clear water bring a simple joy to my heart. I had one of those joyful moments not too long ago as I set out in
The importance of safety
For those who haven’t heard, I’m currently in Grand Forks, ND helping out with a course in Second Language Acquisition. I’m coaching 8 students in learning Arabic… and learning Arabic! It’s an exciting place to spend the summer. One of
Even in unknown danger
I came walking fast this afternoon. Faster than usual. I had decided to go home between work and a meeting, giving me about an hour to at least get out of the office and change clothes. As I walked the
Rampart
Sometimes I forget about the beauty of the Psalms. I’m reading through the Gospels right now, and I love it – I am seeing so clearly just what Jesus’ passion and purpose was. But today, I looked to Psalm 91.