On the ground at the Syrian border: An impossible choice
Almost a year ago to the date, I was huddled in a tent with refugees I had met on the Syrian border. Today, I’m back again … and I’m still just as overwhelmed by the stories I hear and the needs I see. I’m more convinced than ever before that we — as the body of...
Hell on earth
If there’s such a thing as hell on earth, I saw it today. I’ve been traveling to Guatemala for years, but this time, it’s different. This time, it’s personal. I’ve just visited with three of my dear friends — Orlando, Alex, and Edison — in their village of...
On the ground in Thailand: Freedom is contagious
One of my favorite parts of my visits to Thailand is the time I get to spend at the Freedom Homes. If the bars and red-light districts are full of darkness, then these homes are full of light and joy. It’s here that girls get a chance at a new life. It’s here that...
From the Field: Breaking chains in Thailand
I’m back in Thailand this week. No matter how many times I visit, I am always overwhelmed by the impact cultural slavery has had on this country. There is a great divide here in Bangkok. This city is home to some of the most spectacular malls, the grandest hotels, and...
Every day, I try to live my life in such a way that I accomplish at least one thing that will outlive me and last for eternity.