(picture is not from this ferry crossing, praise God it was not that busy) The last several weeks life and ministry have been “extra” which can be defined as excessive or extravagant. After a few rough weeks in the village my teammate and I were in need of a break in the city and itContinue reading ““Extra””
Category Archives: Missionary Life
Praise
This week my teammate and I had the opportunity to meet with some Believers from another African country who have been ministering in nearby areas for several years. As we got to know this family and learned about their work we shared with them that there is no church here in our village. We alsoContinue reading “Praise”
Be still and know I am God
After living in The Gambia for 8 years I have developed certain rhythms that help me to abide in the Lord. Saturday mornings I let myself sleep in a bit and then head outside under my mango tree for a slow morning. This time includes a couple cups of coffee, a lot of prayer andContinue reading “Be still and know I am God”
Foot on the Gas
The last few posts have been about looking for ministry opportunities and the guessing game of ferry travel in The Gambia. As I reflected on my recent ferry crossing which happened to be a very swift one I was reminded of the need to have my “foot on the gas” and always be ready toContinue reading “Foot on the Gas”
Looking for Opportunities
Life and ministry in The Gambia is all about praying and seeking out opportunities to share biblical truths and pray with people in the name of Jesus. There is great religious tolerance here and my Gambian neighbors are very open to spiritual conversations and believe in the power of prayer. However, I must be prayingContinue reading “Looking for Opportunities”
Fun and games
Although Gambians work hard and are very busy they do make some time for fun and games. Life and ministry here is tough. So, a little fun and some games is a great way to strengthen relationships, laugh at yourself and work on language. This week there was finally a small break in the rainContinue reading “Fun and games”
Helpers
While on vacation and hauling my luggage, groceries and everything else I really missed our Gambian “helpers”. As the trip progressed and all the walking started taking a toll on my body I counted down the number of times I would have to haul my heavy luggage by myself. I excitedly awaited my return andContinue reading “Helpers”
Rainy Season
Yes, it is “Rainy Season” in The Gambia. We don’t really have Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. We have Rainy Season and Dry Season. Where I live in the rural village most people make their living growing peanuts, millet or corn. Everyday life revolves around these crops and the rain they need. There is noContinue reading “Rainy Season”
I’m Back
July is a month where much of our ministry work pauses. It is the beginning of the rains and the Gambians are busy planting and working their farms. This is a season that allows us to take a little break and some much needed vacation. After some time away from my blog and from ministryContinue reading “I’m Back”
God’s Intelligent Design
The first big rain has come and everything is already “greening up”. The dry, sandy, dirty soil is damp and all the plants are popping up. The farmers have been busy tilling and planting the peanut seeds. The morning after the first rain as I sat outside to pray and looked around me I wasContinue reading “God’s Intelligent Design”
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