1 Corinthians 7:35 (NLT) I want you to do whatever will help you serve the Lord best, with as few distractions as possible.   What happens when I’m strapped to a seat for 8 hours without internet?   I get things done!    My flight to Las Vegas was highly productive allowing me to catch…

Esther 9:22 (NLT) He told them to celebrate these days with feasting and gladness and by giving gifts of food to each other and presents to the poor.   How was your big celebration?   What?  You didn’t celebrate Mardi Gras?  Me either.  I spent Tuesday waiting in airports trying to get out of Boston! …

  Today, I conclude my Cambodia trip posts with this challenge:  Do Something.  There are many options.  Choose one way to make a difference.   PRAY!  Be intentional in praying for 1) the mostly poor, vulnerable girls, 2) those entrapped and on display for customers and 3) the brave, yet traumatized, survivors.    Pray God’s…

  Volkswagen Starwars Commercial 2011   Romans 12:2 (NLT) Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think.   Do you look forward to the Super Bowl ads?   I’m entertained by them every year, but am trying to view…

Image courtesy of FoxNews.com   Proverbs 31:8-9 (NLT) Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed.  Yes, speak up for the poor ad helpless, and see that they get justice.   Re-entry has been tough.  My third world experience is impacting my tolerance for our perceived first world…

Deuteronomy 27:19 (NLT) Cursed is anyone who denies justice to foreigners, orphans, or widows.  And all the people will reply, ‘Amen.’   How was your trip?  Well….   How much time do you have?   It’s not a simple answer.   The one word answer is discouraging.  The problem of trafficking and rape in Cambodia is…

Remnants of the cleanup Psalm 71:20-21 (NLT) You have allowed me to suffer much hardship, but you will restore me to life again and lift me up from the depths of the earth.  You will restore me to even greater honor and comfort me once again.   No wonder there’s flooding.  There’s nowhere for the…

    A monument to the King Proverbs 28:15-16 (NLT) A wicked ruler is as dangerous to the poor as a roaring lion or an attacking bear.  A ruler with no understanding will oppress his people, but one who hates corruption will have a long life.   Almost every missionary described the most difficult part…

Sherry Lile of WL, Cathy, Donna and Stephanie  John 15:5 (NLT) “Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches.  Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit.  For apart from me you can do nothing.   I love the missionaries.  Their passion ignites more passion.   It’s quite a…

Psalm 23:6 (NLT) Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life. God pursues you.  He never gives up.  His love is unfailing, no matter how far you stray.  Look for Him – He’s trying to get your attention.