Category Archives: Child-like

Ahead of time

Posted on December 25, 2019 by Omondis In Kenya

A conspicuous pattern has emerged in our family. When, on occasion, we receive unexpected finances, a crazy-big need comes along soon after. It means the “extra” resources are needed for that “extra” expense. That really used to frustrate me. “Aaach … Continue reading →

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Sonship

Posted on March 4, 2019 by Omondis In Kenya

Two weeks ago, we started a series of Sonship classes in DOVE Nairobi. What puzzles me is why we had not done this a while back. Many of us carry “father wounds” or “mother wounds” that should have been addressed … Continue reading →

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Loss

Posted on April 11, 2018 by Omondis In Kenya

Using the words “my late brother” is shocking and painful. On Saturday April 7, we celebrated the life of my late brother, David Diener. The day after his death was Easter. The day after that, his 67th birthday. David had … Continue reading →

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Photos of children needed

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Omondis In Kenya

Calling all photographers, moms and dads, lovers of children and lovers of all things inspirational: I am in need of photos of children that can be used to illustrate the theme “Child-Like Faith”. Just about any picture of a child-in-action … Continue reading →

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Purity, No Matter the Cost

Posted on February 19, 2018 by Omondis In Kenya

A pure heart is what God longs for. In Daniel, we see a sixteen-year-old immigrant embarking on a journey that spans several dynasties. What drives him is God’s favor and a vow never to defile his spirit, soul or body. … Continue reading →

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Like a Child: Quick to Recover

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Omondis In Kenya

Several weeks ago I took a nasty fall while walking along a sidewalk at a busy Nairobi office. I tore the sleeve of my blouse, caked dirt into my handbag, and had two bleeding sidewalk burns (knee and elbow). The … Continue reading →

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Like a Child: Learning How to Think

Posted on August 15, 2016 by Omondis In Kenya

Each one of us has a unique way of looking at the world. We call this our belief system, or worldview. People are known to have a secular or Christian worldview, an African or Western worldview, and perhaps a modern … Continue reading →

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Like a Child: Who Daddy Says I Am

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Omondis In Kenya

Knowing who I am in Christ seems to be a really big deal in Christendom these days. I am not sure why it is so hard to convince us, but many of us apparently have a chronic identity crisis and … Continue reading →

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Like a Child: Hold on Tight

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Omondis In Kenya

I was blessed to cuddle with a precious 4-month old baby this evening. The temperatures were cool, so I was holding her closely — face to face. Ha! I was painfully reminded why I chopped off my long hair soon after … Continue reading →

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Like a Child: Asks Freely

Posted on June 28, 2016 by Omondis In Kenya

On Sunday morning, we usually are given water bottles on the front table at church. Two little boys are notorious for coming to ask for them. It does not matter that this water is supposed to be “special” for the pastors. … Continue reading →

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