This story is similar to the woman with the issue of blood. She had suffered for twelve years and the doctors couldn't help her although she had spent her money on them. Finally, she had sought out the only One who could. In faith, she touched the hem of His garment and was healed. Madira …
Drinking With Mom
As parents and stewards of God, it is our duty to provide for, care for and protect our children. We are to impart wisdom and knowledge to them that will keep them safe and grounded in a world where they will encounter hardships, trials, temptations and challenges. We are to teach, guide, counsel, encourage and …
A Changed Life
Christ [redeemed] me, and He will [redeem] you also! These words rang out loud in the marketplaces. Myo Zaw made the impassioned plea to the crowd. He was like Wisdom crying out in the marketplaces and pleading with the people to come her. Myo's message was one that the people needed to hear. He was …
Asha’s Story
Imagine you are a child and your daily routine is to get up early every morning to go and pick through trash with your mother. You and your family are "untouchables" in your society which means you are treated as outcasts, undesirables. You don't have many options when it comes to jobs so in order …
Clean and Living Water
Therefore with joy you will draw water From the wells of salvation - Isaiah 12:3 It's that time of the year again when we raise awareness about clean water, something that is not accessible in some parts of the world. It is hard to imagine living in a community where there is no clean water for drinking, cooking …
Loving the Unloved
For I am the LORD who heals you - Exodus 15:26 I read this story and was so touched by this young woman's love and compassion for others who were experiencing what she once experienced. When a leprosy patient cried out, "Don't open my bandage!", Sakshi revealed her own hands and feet which clearly showed traces …
Healing and Hope
I first heard of the Bridge of Hope program when I became a blogger for the Gospel of Asia Ministry. I have read stories of children whose lives seemed hopeless until they were enrolled in this program where they were given a chance for a better future. They were provided with daily meals, regular medical …
Baby in Dumpster
When my father and my mother forsake me, Then the LORD will take care of me - Psalm 27:10 For most parents, it is love at first sight when they see their newborn. Not so for baby Jansi. When her father saw her, instead of feeling love toward her, he felt shame. As he looked …
World Leprosy Day
Tens of thousands of people in the world suffer from leprosy, a bacterial infection which affects the skin and destroys nerves. Since the disease affects the nervous system, the affected areas become numb. People suffering from leprosy cannot feel pain and can easily hurt or injure themselves. These injuries can become infected and result in tissue …
Finding Joy in Jesus
The LORD has appeared of old to me, saying: “Yes, I have loved you with an everlasting love; Therefore with lovingkindness I have drawn you - Jeremiah 31:3 Imagine you are a South Asian woman. Every day is a struggle and a challenge to survive. All you know is oppression from the day you were born until the …
Notes to Women 