My reading the book Because of Bethlehem – Love is born, Hope is here (Max Lucado) made me reflect on the love that event in Bethlehem which changed the world …

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God Everlasting …

We invited our children to create their own post to share with all of you. Yesterday, Emma (our youngest at 12 years old) took us up on the offer, and this is the post she has created. The subject may not seem very “seasonal,” but it is something that is really on her heart right now as she faces some tough situations. Hopefully her writing will give you a glimpse into the life of an ex-pat kid. And thankfully, Emma is learning what we all need to remember – we have a Wonderful Savior, Emmanuel “God with us,” to whom we will never have to say good-bye.

Jedi Mind Tricks As we left La Paz and began the journey home, two unusual events happened.  First, along the Baja Peninsula are military checkpoints.  As you leave the country, …

¡Feliz Navidad! Merry Christmas! When Jesus came to our broken, rebellious world in the body of a baby, the angels sang, December 13, 2017
 “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to those with whom He is pleased!” They knew that hope had been restored for all of creation for all of eternity.

There was much all seven women from Great Rivers Region discovered could be done to help with finishing touches at Deborah’s House.