Worthy of Me Thailand Last school year, I went through a series of studies for those who were interested in preparing for baptism. As the time for the baptism grew closer, it seemed like I was surrounded by difficulties. On three different occasions, I went home to ask my father’s permission to get baptized, but without success. The last time, …
When It All Seems Worth It Bolivia “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 15:58. “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” …
This morning I was thinking and studying about Jesus’ last words to His disciples. After He had washed their feet and instituted the Communion service, He gave to the eleven faithful disciples some of the most precious instruction of His ministry. John records the beautiful words in his gospel, chapters 14-17. He assures them that He even though He will …
Russia Dream Do you have a dream—a dream to be a missionary to another country? I did once. For many years it remained within the confines of my heart, waiting to be made a reality. I never thought that the man I married would one day be the gateway to mission work on another continent. My beloved husband is Russian, …
One of the most fascinating mountains of the Bible is the Mount of Olives—a major geographical landmark of Jesus’ ministry. Just east of Jerusalem, it served as a refuge from the machinations of the wily scribes and Pharisees where Jesus could came apart and commune with His Father. (John 8:1; Luke 21:37) From its crest Jesus triumphantly rode into Jerusalem. …
It is hard to believe—2014 is here. Another year with its opportunities, trials and blessings is opened before us. It is as if a new page is opened before us—what it holds, we know not, but what we can know is a determination to have the page written with the favor of heaven. “Another year, with its burden of record, …
Twing Memorial Ministries in Tanzania In 1969, Dr. James A. Twing, and his wife, Ethel, a licensed practical nurse, were sent on a six-month rotation to Heri Mission Hospital in Tanzania, East Africa. Heri Hospital is located in the northwest part of Tanzania, not far from the city of Kigoma. After they returned from Africa, the Seventh-day Adventist Church …
