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I Died in East Asia

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There are no “maybes” with God. He’s an all or nothing. There would be no negotiation. He wanted everything from me. He wanted my hopes, my dreams, my family, my friends. My life.

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Handling 5 Common Objections to Becoming a Missionary

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Not everyone is going to agree with your decision to be a missionary. Some may not respect your sense of calling, and that’s hard. But what matters is that you’re actively seeking the Lord and walking in obedience to him. It’s worth it to follow Jesus.

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Packing: How Should I Do It?

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Why pack a crazy mess when can you pack with a purpose? Packing efficiently is about saving space and putting things in the right place.

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8 Mission Trip Hacks

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We’ve had our fair share of experiences on mission trips around here, and we’ve learned a thing or two. Here are a few mission trip hacks to make your experience better.

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Staying Fit on Outreach

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Let’s face it – staying fit is a challenge. Not to mention trying to stay fit on a mission trip or as you are traveling in different countries.

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5 Ways to Ruin Your Mission Trip

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Different clothes. Exotic food. Extreme weather. Foreign language. Diverse teammates. The leaders, the schedule, the ministry – all are fodder for some really great whining.

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The Day the Impossible Became Reality

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When I was four, I was diagnosed with a rare, incurable kidney disorder. No one knew how long I would live – maybe until I was 14, maybe until I was 40. I didn’t think a lot about my future. Why bother? When it killed me, it killed me.

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