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Fulfillment
We are heading back to Kenya after a “quick trip” to the States and Canada. Several highlights stand out: The Stasi tribe. We visited Luke and Brittany and family, now together with their six children AT HOME (where they belong!) … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Cultures, development, DOVE Africa Center, Family, Inspiration, Justice, Missions, Personal
Tagged cultural reflections, DOVE Africa Center, inspirational, justice, missions, personal updates
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Sonship
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
Posted in Child-like, Family, Hidden treasures, Inspiration
Tagged inspirational, renewed mind
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Good work, DMA!
We trust you had a wonderful Christmas! We certainly did. This December also brought a special gift of a retreat with the DOVE Africa missionaries. I cannot help but be encouraged, challenged and grateful—all at once!Encouraged by the stories of how … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Family, Hidden treasures, Inspiration, Missions, Uncategorized
Tagged inspirational, missions, servant leaders, serving
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Loss
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
Posted in Child-like, Family, Personal
Tagged Easter, family, personal updates, servant leaders, serving
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Unselfish Determination
Ruth’s determination and faith earned her a prominent place in God’s Word. That did not come easy. Ruth gave up her citizenship, left her people and turned away from her gods. It appears that her decision had been made much … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Cultures, Family, Hidden treasures, Inspiration
Tagged Bible, choice, cultural reflections
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Photos of children needed
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
Posted in Child-like, Family
Tagged child development, Child-like, family, personal updates
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Reading God’s Word
This year, I am using a Bible that belonged to my father for personal devotions. His Bible was one thing I requested for after his death, and my brothers graciously agreed. I enjoy reflecting on his notes and markings as … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Bible Read-a-Thon, Family, Inspiration, Personal
Tagged Bible, family, missions, personal updates
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