Articles

  • A Small Request

    My daughter, Rachel, whom many of you know from her stories from Zambia and the Philippines, is currently finishing her degree in International Political Economy and Global Development. Her career interests are in environmental protection and conservation/preservation policy and its effects on culture. She is available to work or volunteer as a intern between May…

  • Pig on the Bus

    In this part of the world, you don’t have “engine” trouble.  You have “pig” trouble.  At least he didn’t have to pay for the trip. 🙂

  • Some New Friends

    As I was walking back from the public transportation here in Manila, I came across a side street where people live.  I ventured up the street, camera in hand, and was soon surrounded by all these children.  They all wanted me to take their pictures.  I made a lot of friends, and I’ll go back…

  • Israel 2018

    Some readers have asked if Bob and I will do another Israel tour.  There is a possibility to do a tour in late October 2018, but it depends on interest (i.e, the number of people who would go) and schedules for Bob and me.  This post is simply a way to determine how many people…

  • Randy Alcorn, eternal perspectives, and a biblical Christmas

    In the latest edition of eternal perspectives (Fall/Winter 2017), Randy Alcorn writes two articles. The first is “Answering Claims That The Bible Contains Errors.” The second is titled, “A Light Has Dawned: Reflections at Christmastime on the Light of Jesus.” Alcorn’s first article takes the standard conservative approach to the biblical text, claiming “if we…