Tag Archives: SONG: STORY OF A DREAM

He Applied to Med School – But Why?

Posted on September 22, 2021 by Kathleen

David’s deep desire had always been to serve God on the mission field.  He applied to med school. But why? It was exactly four years since high school graduation.  Now in four days, he would graduate from the university.  He’d … Continue reading →

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It’s Not Easy Being a Single Mom

Posted on July 26, 2021 by Kathleen

I was shopping for a gift from a wedding registry. The sales clerk was most helpful.  She actually invited me into her office while she ordered the gift for me. I complimented her on her beautiful tan. She explained she’s … Continue reading →

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Superstition, Luck and Buddhism

Posted on October 14, 2020 by Kathleen

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 →

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Buddhism & Karma

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Kathleen

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 →

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Hiccups Cured!

Posted on March 9, 2020 by Kathleen

A special memory from my years doing jail ministry: One night at the juvenile facility, an incarcerated girl in my Bible study had the hiccups. I excused her to get a drink of water. Then she told me she’d had … Continue reading →

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Do You Work for the Church? No, I Work for God!

Posted on July 25, 2019 by Kathleen

When we travel with Cheryl and Ken, we like to distribute our foreign language Jesus booklets as we prayer-walk. While our husbands follow behind, Cheryl and I will pray for the homes we pass, and then have fun sharing the … Continue reading →

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Church on Cruise Ship Flopped!

Posted on March 1, 2019 by Kathleen

Dan and I were blessed to take a Mediterranean cruise. Unlike other cruise lines, this one did not offer a church service.  So I prayed and then went to see the cruise director. I offered to conduct an interdenominational service … Continue reading →

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Every Trip a Mission Trip

Posted on January 24, 2019 by Kathleen

Just think — a river cruise mission trip!  What a privilege and joy to accompany our friends, Cheryl and Ken on such an adventure. Frankly, whenever Cheryl and I are together, it’s always a mission trip! The cruise director said she was … Continue reading →

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Nine-Year-Old Wants a Bible

Posted on June 29, 2018 by Kathleen

This afternoon we had our Bible table set up on the beach promenade. Nine-year-old Andrew rode up on his scooter and asked, “How much are your Bibles?” “They’re free.” “They’re free? Are they for anyone?” “Yes, they are. Just take your … Continue reading →

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I Covet Casey’s Toys

Posted on December 4, 2017 by Kathleen

Our six-year-old grandson told me he was learning the Ten Commandments in Sunday school. “That’s pretty impressive, Mark!   Tell me what you’ve learned.” He began reciting them, in order!  Then he stopped. “Grandma, I have trouble with one of … Continue reading →

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