I never would’ve thought a mosquito net could feel like home. Or maybe it’s not the little box my bright pink net makes around my bunk that makes it feel like home. It’s definitely not the cicadas and squawking things outside the window at night either. I’ve found that it’s the community that God has surrounded me in that makes living in the jungle of the Amazon River even seem like a plausible thing that is happening right now. God has already taught me so much more about community and community living. I no longer fear bucket showers or opening up to new...

As many of you already know, ministry is not always easy. Most the time is covered in tears, questions, and rocky paths. You’ll come out of some days ultimately defeated, feeling unfruitful, ready to throw in the towel and say, “They’re too far gone”. But how dare that be my reaction. I am called to serve in whatever ways take shape. Our Saviors closest, dearest friends were at one time horrible people. He died for the man on the cross next to him, for you, for me, and for the worst person we know.       Things take time and the idea that we...

Yesterday, we all went to church in a village called Nueve del Octubre. The people there were so friendly and inviting; we felt so welcome. We had planned on Reese and Day sharing testimonies and James giving the sermon, but anyone who wanted to share after that was allowed to. Alysa went up and shared about peace, and while she was up there, I felt the Lord calling me to share hope. Talking in front of people has never been something that I’m comfortable with (it just makes me plain terrified to be honest), but I felt the Holy Spirit calling me to go up front and get over myself....

Our little house in the jungle lies on a very large hill. To get to the kitchen and river, you have to go down our hill, up another hill, and then down that one. Also outside our house, there are cows, like a lot of cows. When we are going down to breakfast, or any other meal of the day, I always look at the ground to make sure I am not going to fall or step in a cow patty. I walk with my eyes fixated on the ground, making sure my next step is a good one. At the top of the second hill, there is one of the most beautiful views I’ve ever seen. I rarely see it though because I am...

After a 15 hour flight we have adjusted to Swaziland time. We have done a fun scavenger hunt to get introduced to different aspects of Swazi culture.  We jumped right into ministry at the care points.  It has been a blessing to see all these young ladies open their hearts to the people here and to each other.  

Why do we think that miracles of healings and resurrections only happen in the Bible? Why do we ignore the Holy Spirit when he leads us to pray for a random stranger? Why do we not believe that God can use us in powerful and unimaginable ways? Why do we not participate in the actions that Jesus said believers will do (in Mark 16) – cast out demons, speak in new languages, and heal the sick? This is why – we aren’t living a “Yes, Lord” lifestyle to the things that sound crazy and insane. Living a “Yes, Lord” lifestyle means saying “yes”...