The plan, not so much
The process of planning is very valuable, for forcing you to think hard about what you are doing, but the actual plan that results from… Read More »The plan, not so much
Ten Looks
“For every look at yourself, take ten looks at Christ.” –Robert Murray McCheyne
Only God
“David married Bathsheba, and Solomon was born. When David confessed his sin of numbering the people, he built an altar on a piece of property… Read More »Only God
Sit Quietly
“All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” –Blaise Pascal
Barakel News Spring 2018
In just a few days we will have been serving at Camp Barakel as Resident Missionary Staff for seven months. We sure appreciate your faithful… Read More »Barakel News Spring 2018
Camp Barakel Jr. High and Junior Camps July 3-9, 2018
Two great groups of Junior Highers and Junior campers have experienced Barakel and our love for Jesus. As the next week begins we are halfway… Read More »Camp Barakel Jr. High and Junior Camps July 3-9, 2018
Easily Edified
A mature Christian is easily edified. Harold Best, via: An Aspirant to Easy Edification
Five Hour Rule
Success, In One Hour A Day (x5) The rule itself is pretty simple: Carve out one hour from each weekday (one hour + five weekdays… Read More »Five Hour Rule
2018 Camp Barakel Teen Retreat January 12-14
Our second weekend of winter retreats a success. The Gospel was clearly proclaimed and fun was had by all. Each week is full of preparation… Read More »2018 Camp Barakel Teen Retreat January 12-14
Camp Barakel 2018 Winter Teen Retreat (Jan 5-7)
Our first winter retreat of the 2018 season was cold and snowy. Just what we wanted! Thanks for continuing to pray for us as we… Read More »Camp Barakel 2018 Winter Teen Retreat (Jan 5-7)
Love is not
Life is fragile, love is not. -A Perfect Day (A Christmas movie)
No need to justify your sorrow before God
In your illness, in your pain, in your suffering, don’t immediately compare yourself to others, and don’t feel the need to justify your sorrow before… Read More »No need to justify your sorrow before God