No thank you, no nothing.
To give you an idea of what we do here and what an afternoon can look like, this is a snapshot of five hours. And if you get tired just reading this, keep reading.… Lees meer.
Author: M
Praying for other people
Today I received a question from someone about the best way to pray for someone else. A good question, because the Bible is clear that we should indeed do so; James 5:16 “Therefore, confess… Lees meer.
Sacred cows
The saying “sacred cows” is about beliefs or traditions that seem untouchable. Things that no one questions because they are so firmly established that they feel almost sacred. In our work as missionaries, we… Lees meer.
Always be prepared.
A while ago, I spoke with someone who said that he had never seen God. “Where is the evidence that God exists, is there a sign he could see that proves it?!!!” The way… Lees meer.
Weekend Recap: “Breathing Out”: When God Builds
It was a busy weekend, during which we prepared the retreat for women involved in mission work. And how much we accomplished! A team that did not yet know each other, meeting for the… Lees meer.
Wine, Beer, Cannabis, Medicine, and Hard Drugs: Use or Misuse?
A while ago I received a question that I actually get frequently: “Is it okay for a Christian to drink wine or beer, or use cannabis, or take medicine?” Often, there’s a lot more… Lees meer.
How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit?
A few times a year, we receive the question: “How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit?” At first glance, it sounds like a fine question, but anyone who looks closer sees: this… Lees meer.
The 80/20 Percent Rule
When I still worked in a commercial job, I usually knew exactly what to expect. There was a boss who set the lines, my working hours were fixed, and I roughly knew what was… Lees meer.
Do Our Pets Go to Heaven Too?
A while ago, I had a conversation with X, who was very sad. Her beloved pet had passed away, and she was very sorrowful about it. She wondered whether pets also go to heaven.… Lees meer.
Stop Helping Everyone: Love Has Boundaries
I recently had someone visiting when my phone rang. I turned the phone off, “not right now.” That prompted my visitor to ask: Why not? What if they are calling for help? That could… Lees meer.
