When David Became Goliath
One year at Kent Academy in Nigeria, we were planning a musical based on the story of David and Goliath. As we were casting roles…
Key To The Kingdom
A Liberian woman stood up at the annual church meeting in Tarkpoima, Gbarpolu County this past March. The Lofa River District of the Evangelical Church…
An Evil Plan, Redeemed For Good
Mustafa and Nabi* were friends—and not just the kind of friends who wave when they pass on the street. They were united by the bond…
Child of War, Man of Peace
This story contains graphic content from Joseph’s real-life experiences; some may find this content disturbing.
Saving Baby Ben From Hunger’s Grip
When hunger became her household’s everyday norm, Jemma didn’t think life could be lived any other way. It was “just reality” for her, her husband…
Carrying Kaweria’s Burden
“Faida, Mama [Goodbye, Mom],” 11-year-old Kaweria Otieno says as she kisses her mother’s cheek. It’s time to leave for school. Walking nearly two and a…
Finstads’ Faith Journey – April 2023
The Word of the Lord is right and true, we can trust everything He does. Psalm 33:4 In a month and a half, we'll be…
Part of Something Bigger
How they got from here to there. “[One thing] I've been surprised about is how tangible it feels to be part of something that's bigger…