“For we have brought nothing into the world, so we cannot take anything out of it either. If we have food and covering, with these we shall be content. But those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a snare and many foolish and harmful desires which plunge men into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a… Read More Money, Money, Money
On March 23, 2022, the first school year here in Afghanistan, I was excited about returning and eagerly looked forward to seeing my classmates and teachers again. I along with other students showed up bright and early only to find the doors closed and armed Taliban guards. My heart sank. I couldn’t believe it. I… Read More No Education Leads to Risk of Child Marriage
Dushan was sitting at his desk when he got a call from a number he didn’t recognize. He decided to let it go to his voice mail. He heard the beep and stiffened when he heard Ruth’s voice. “Dushan, it’s Ruth. I’m calling from the boardroom. That’s why you don’t recognize the number. The reason… Read More Dushan Learns of Chioma’s Visit to Ruth
Boris was still trying to process the letter he had received from Cate. He hadn’t thought about her for ages because of his relationship with Tulia and then, out of the blue, he received the letter. It was in the letterbox on Friday when he checked before heading up to his flat after coming home… Read More A Letter From Cate
“How long Pastor’s prayer is this morning,” I muse. My mind turns to our need for salvation and the price Jesus paid for it. Words form and with zest, I scribble Jesus Paid it All on the flyleaf of my hymnbook. 41 Words This post is based on Elvina Hall who, one morning while sitting… Read More A Wandering Mind
He stood in the dark bedroom, his mind in turmoil. His father and Sable were back from the dinner party they had gone to. He could hear their voices and footsteps. He wondered if she would go straight to bed or come to his room. A part of him wanted her to go straight to… Read More No Escape?
Notes to Women 