At the start of this new year, I started reading from the beginning of the Bible and am continually amazed at the story of God’s plan and the stories that were written down thousands of years ago woven together to form God’s big story and what He has in store for us. So as January is already almost over, my simple encouragement is this from Deut. 31:6, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never

I have been studying the book of Jeremiah and despite the proclamations of the coming judgment of God, we also see God’s concern for repentance and righteousness. Though much is said throughout Jeremiah, we often see him go back to the idea that “There is none like you, O Lord; you are great, and your name is great in might” Jer. 10:6. May we not forget that it is ultimately God’s work that is being done in Colombia and that His name is to be praised in all we do! That bein

Psalm 135:5a, "I know that the Lord is great,.." Yesterday, it was a year since my arrival to Colombia. First, I spent a few months in Bogotá, then I moved to Medellín. There are so many words to describe this past year, but the verse above simply says, "I know that the Lord is great,.." and indeed He is! So much has happened in this past year from meeting new people, joining a great and God-fearing team, getting sick almost every other month, seeing several people and a fami

Please be in prayer for God's work being done in Columbia. The following is an update from a dear friend about some of the work that is being done there for God's kingdom. OUR NEW CHURCH PLANT IN ROBLEDO! Hola family and friends! Pictured above is our team in front of the building we have leased for our church plant in the Robledo neighborhood of Medellín and Peter leading our first worship service. We are excited to be taking this next step in our ministry to this needy area

Please be in prayer for God's work being done in Columbia. The following is an update from a dear friend about some of the work that is being done there. COLOMBIA! Presenting the story of the crucifixion with Juan David’s family Near the end of last year, one of the most wanted gang leaders in Medellín was arrested which led to a big increase in violence as the groups fought for leadership control. The other day, a bus was set on fire in front of our apartment building and R