With vigilance and optimism Miriam kneeled at the bank of the Nile River watching, waiting and probably praying that her baby brother would be safe as he floated in the riverbank reeds. Secured in a waterproof basket Moses drifted along [...]
The following is the second part of a two-part interview originally posted on First Fruit Inc.’s blog. Click here to read part 1. Camille and Esther Ntoto, founders of Un Jour Nouveau, continue their riveting challenge to the Church as they [...]
We are excited to share the amazing work of local NGO Un Jour Nouveau (Africa New Day) in Democratic Republic of Congo. The following article originally appeared on First Fruit, Inc.’s blog. It is reposted with permission. In helping to [...]
I’ve seen transformation – communities completely move out of poverty. Physical, spiritual, social and mental transformation. The story is here, and more are here. If there is anything my years have taught me it’s that God is able. God is [...]
“Once you step out of your safe zone, whether that is your home or your workplace, you feel like you constantly have to be on guard, you have to constantly scrutinize your surroundings, if people are watching you, if men [...]
Young girls being raped, women facing domestic violence, child brides… abuse against women takes many forms. Anyone who takes even a few moments to study what is happening around the world can’t help but be moved. But what do we [...]
In the last decade, the plight of human trafficking has caught the national media’s attention. Without a doubt, you have probably heard of this tragedy. It is now commonplace to learn about organizations solely devoted to snuff out trafficking efforts [...]
Throughout much of the world women are seen as property of their husbands. Abuse is far too common. Even in churches, there is often the basic belief that women have no real value or role in God’s kingdom. They are [...]
For three years, I worked as a house manager in a domestic violence shelter for women. I longed to “fix” things for these women, but it was not me or my abilities that could change these women’s behavior. I had [...]
As the father of two young daughters I am becoming an expert at identifying Disney princesses. From movies and figurines to coloring books and clothes it seems like my life is surrounded by nail painting, the color pink and everything [...]
