by Global Impact | Jul 25, 2018 | From Dan, Global Impact Director, Global Impact Team, Global Notes
Those who know me are aware of my high value of periodic reflection on one’s life. I like the annual rhythm at the end of each year. I usually uncover a theme for the year, sometimes a surprising one. The theme of transition has been a regular one, as has education...
by Global Impact | Jul 18, 2018 | From Dan, Global Impact Director, Global Notes
It’s been over 4 years since Connie and I moved back to the USA from our 26 years in Kenya. I shared a few thoughts at our 3-year mark (read here). Since that time, I’ve had a few more a-ha moments. TAXES – I’m finally on board with how to file as a full-time...
by Global Impact | Jul 11, 2018 | Global Notes
“Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:10) In some ways this verse is an extension of Matthew 5:6 that speaks of a hunger and thirst for righteousness that only God can satisfy. We can’t become...
by Global Impact | Jun 27, 2018 | From Dan, Global Notes
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” (Matthew 5:9) God is the God of order. He spoke the chaos into order in Genesis 1. His Son Jesus is called the Prince of Peace. By bringing peace we honor the family Name. Yet to make peace...
by Global Impact | Jun 13, 2018 | From Dan, Global Notes
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” (Matthew 5:8) The common person reading this verse would likely say, “That’s not me. I’m not pure in heart.” No one is, all the time. But many do strive for it and have times of success. For example: An African...
by Global Impact | Jun 5, 2018 | Global Notes, Partners, Trips
CONNECTION POINTE GOING OUT… This Saturday June 9, we have a team of students going to Guatemala. These are always effective and encouraging trips, anticipated by the children and staff at Los Verdes. Many of you are aware of the eruption of the Fuego Volcano in...
