Warm in the Sun

Thoughts Along the Way© My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of my hand. John 10:27-28 It was a beautiful sunny day, perfect for walking to the post office. As I stepped out the front door, I thought, “It is so nice I really don’t need my coat.” A few steps from the…

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My Computer Lies

Thoughts Along the Way© And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. Hebrews 11:6 I was working on my computer when a little message came up saying that updates were ready for my computer. It also said that I could continue to work during the update process. (It lied!) I thought fine as long…

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Japan Churches Should Grow, But … Mitani Article

The Church Should React to Needs and Change from an Inward Focus to an Outward Focus Today good will toward Christians is increasing.  Research has shown that, of those who might like to have faith, 30% would choose Christianity.  This was the highest ranked choice.  Over 60% of weddings are Christian style weddings.  According to Gallup research, 23% felt that Christianity is a good religion.  The Elijah kai did some research and found that 27%…

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A Lone Tree

Thoughts Along the Way© He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.” Jeremiah 17:8 While on Home Assignments, we do a lot of driving – sometimes short distances and sometimes from Chicago to Colorado or Chicago to Ohio.…

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English Conversation Teacher Needed Soon

The Misono Baptist Church in Japan is looking for someone to teach English conversation full time for at least 2 months (up to several years). This position is open beginning in mid November 2007 (if someone can come later too that is ok). The church will pay a living allowance and provide furnished housing. The teacher should arrange to cover their travel to Japan. Training and ongoing mentoring for English teaching and evangelism is provided.…

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