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Monthly Archives: October 2020
In a Relationship
I received an email from 22-year-old John in Kenya, via Global Media Outreach, for which I am an online missionary. “I am in a relationship and I need advice on how we can live happily, loving each other without limitations.” “Dear John, … Continue reading
Inmate – Look of Fresh Innocence
A remarkable story from my years doing jail ministry: There was a precious 22-year-old in my Bible study at the county jail. Kimberly was unusually attractive, with the look of fresh innocence. She rarely smiled, but I was drawn to … Continue reading
Astrology in Myanmar
We learned a great deal from our Buddhist guides while traveling in Myanmar (formerly Burma). For example, the people there don’t have surnames. Their last name is the day of the week on which they were born. They divide Wednesday … Continue reading
Superstition, Luck and Buddhism
Although it’s been a while, what we learned about Buddhism on our trip to Myanmar, formerly Burma, needs to be shared. We learned that Buddhists don’t believe in a personal God! Some Buddhist sects may pray to Buddha, but most … Continue reading
Nirvana? Reincarnation?
Our guide in Myanmar explained that Myanmar (formerly Burma) is the most religious Buddhist country in the world. This is in terms of the proportion of monks in the population and the proportion of income spent on religion. A Buddhist’s … Continue reading
Buddhism & Karma
Four years ago we traveled to Myanmar, formerly Burma. What an education that was–I had no idea we’d be submerged in Buddhism! Our Buddhist guide explained that Karma was basic to his faith. “Karma is the belief that your current … Continue reading