This caption is all too familiar on Facebook. A glaring message with the picture of a smiling child conveys a tragic message. A family is in the midst of an unimaginable nightmare. Their child is missing! The notice itself is a sign that their search has been in vain, and that hope is fading. Descriptions […]
There is an epic battle playing out at the U.S. border with Mexico. Hundreds of thousands of immigrants are desperately struggling to enter the U.S., in search of a better life. Some are fleeing poverty; others are escaping gangs and government corruption. For many it is a life-or-death struggle. One official stated they have apprehended
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Last Sunday we were invited to join the Jimenez family for an afternoon in the park. We have been friends for more than 20 years and our daughter married into the family 15 years ago. Picnics in the park are a Texas tradition and families stake out their spot to make sure they don’t get
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Last Wednesday night our Pastor said, “I know you are not supposed to notice the empty seats, but it’s hard not to.” He mentioned that many Churches have stopped having Wednesday night services. I tried to encourage him by pointing out that most who do come on Wednesday nights are saved and are strong Christians.
I occasionally see posts from an organization that supports Christians in Iran. They relay stories of Christians facing persecution, imprisonment, and even death because of their faith. When these dear people come to know JESUS, they must share their newfound faith. Some are saved while living or working outside their country, and return to Iran,
