2026

Freedom

The British English definition of “freedom” describes a special privilege or right of access, especially that of full citizenship. A few nights ago, I sat on this porch with other followers of Christ discussing what freedom in Christ means to us. Followers of Jesus are adopted into the family of God, given special privileges andContinue reading “Freedom”

Addresses

I am currently at our Urban ministry center connecting with one of my teammates who works in the urban area and meeting with some of the ministry connections that she has. This AI image of street signs might be confusing, but so are directions, roads, and addresses in The Gambia. Very few roads actually haveContinue reading “Addresses”

Today, in The Gambia

Today, February 18th, 2026 is a very interesting day in this little country. The Gambia is a predominantly Muslim country and today marks the start of Ramadan, the Muslim month of fasting, where, from sun up to sun down muslims around this country, and around the world will fast from all food and drink. TheContinue reading “Today, in The Gambia”

Sending Churches

A week ago, I said see you later to a fabulous team from West Cabarrus Church. This is my sending church in Concord, North Carolina, my church family. They are an active and invested partner in my life, this ministry, and the Lord’s work in The Gambia through prayer, support, and encouragement. As part ofContinue reading “Sending Churches”

“Stuff”

This week, a team of 6 wonderful servants from my church in North Carolina gathered with me at our rural ministry center to honor the service of our teammate Joanne by sorting through her belongings and gifting them to her Gambian friends and family. As we sorted almost 30 years worth of Joanne’s stuff, weContinue reading ““Stuff””

10 months later

Yes, it has been 10 months since March 20th, 2025 when my plans changed in the blink of an eye. It feels like the car accident was forever ago, I have no limitations and most days no pain. On Thursday, January 22nd, 2026 I start the trek back to The Gambia with a group fromContinue reading “10 months later”

Happy New Year

2026 is here, whether we are ready for it or not. While I don’t believe in New Year’s resolutions, or other good-luck traditions, I do believe it’s helpful to reflect, prepare, praise, and pray over what the Lord has done—and what He will do. 2025 may have been a tough year, but in the healthContinue reading “Happy New Year”