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...
How can they believe if they have not heard?
“Why do you like Vacation Bible School?” the teacher asked. “I learned a lot of new stories!” a girl answered. “I had fun coloring pictures,” said another child. Finally, the teacher walked over to Ajay, one of the younger boys in the room, and repeated the question....
4 ways kids can connect with a child in India
The world can seem like an enormous place to a young child. A country like India can feel distant, exotic, and difficult to imagine. But the truth is children in India are a lot like children in the United States! The difference is — most children in India have never...
Summer plans that make a difference
For many of us, summer means a well-deserved break from school, from structured schedules, and from colder temperatures. With holidays like the Fourth of July, it is a season of celebration, anticipation, and cookouts. As a child, some of my favorite memories come...
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.