Why Brazil? A list of 8 reasons

May 5, 2017

Life is full of possibilities. How is it that I have chosen to go to Brazil? 1. A personal need to serve Jesus told all His disciples to go and make more disciples. Each person had unique character traits and gifts that equipped them to carry out their commission in a uniquely effective way. Peter’s […]

Change in plans; trip delayed

March 11, 2017

Today I was planning on being on the road to Arkansas. March weather has interfered with threats of rain, snow and ice. A man’s heart deviseth his way: but the Lord directeth his steps. Proverbs 16:9 Thanks be to God for His direction.

The Problem with Prayer

January 10, 2017

Have you ever been talking to someone on the phone, only to realize that the connection has been lost? Sometimes prayer feels that way. While I’m praying through a list of people and things, giving thanks and asking for help, the feeling creeps up that I’m putting someone to sleep (actually, if it’s the first thing in […]

Trip plan: Henderson

December 8, 2016

Henderson is the place to be this December. A friend from college pastors the church there, and has invited me to share this coming weekend. I’m looking forward to spending time with his family as well as being thankful for an opportunity to share my mission with more of God’s people. This week I was invited […]

Halloween meditations

November 8, 2016

How was your Halloween? I have never done much to celebrate that day, but this year I made cookies and listened to music while waiting for neighbors to visit. Which is to say, I got sit on the couch and eat cookies with no interruptions to my thoughts. I don’t know my neighbors very well. […]

They that work, as not working

September 17, 2016

There is little more satisfying than a job well done. Finishing a day of hard work makes me feel like I’ve earned an evening of rest. Conversely, there’s not much worse than an impending deadline to take the joy out of relaxing. The knowledge of homework due on Monday has plagued many a weekend during my school […]

The importance of being educated

August 27, 2016

New Tribes provides a comprehensive education for their tribal missionaries. Through the Bible Institute and Missionary Training Center (MTC), each laborer is equipped to understand and teach the Bible, as well as the special skills required to live with and minister to an isolated people group. You know, things like learning to speak and build a house. […]

I’m excited to go

August 8, 2016

Why would a person leave the comforts of civilization to brave the jungles of Brazil? New Tribes Mission is passionate about going to the most remote areas to find those people who have the least chance of hearing about Jesus Christ. By taking steps to “do it right the first time,” NTM missionaries teach the […]

Ways to give

August 1, 2016

All Ethnos360 members trust the Lord to provide for our needs. Your gifts, whether one-time or monthly support are processed by Ethnos360 and are tax-deductible. If you choose to give, please also tell me what amount the Lord has placed on your heart to give so that I can keep records, and a budget. Thank […]