September 2010

Editorial
The Net Worth of the Soul
I’ve been doing a little calculating lately—all in the name of organizational efficiency and sound biblical stewardship. Just want to […] more
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Tree of Life
Before I [Polly] came to know the Lord, I had a lot of problems. I had many worries and struggles […] more -
The Light of God
“We are going to sell these fish, even though they are not the size we want them to be,” Montri […] more -
“Come Swim with Us!”
What do Martin Luther, Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Freischwimmer have in common? All three have made—or are making—a profound impact on … more -
A Man Born Blind
When my husband and I were international workers with The Alliance in the 1950s, a young man named Enoc was […] more -
Sanctification 101
Five syllable words usually need a definition. “Sanctification” is no exception. Entire books have been appropriately written on the … more -
Co[]ide with LIFE 2010
As I reflect on the LIFE 2010 week, July 6–10, one thing sticks out above all the other memories—God was […] more -
Just Plant a Seed
It takes some skill to grow a beautiful tomato and make it tasteless. As C&MA missionaries in Hong Kong, the […] more -
What Does Your CFO Pray For?
A friend recently reminded me that it takes a steady hand to hold a full cup. As the C&MA’s chief […] more -
Stewardship
Occasionally, we experience something that is hard to put into words. For me, July 6–10 was one of those times. […] more -
The Lively Undertaker
“The President is dead.” At 10 a.m. on July 23, 1885, this somber message was handed to Stephen Merritt, undertaker. […] more -
Baby Bird
One afternoon I found a terrified baby bird trapped in our basement window well. As I bent down to set […] more -
LIFE in Focus
It was so quiet you could hear a pin drop—until our youth pastor’s wife quietly began to sing “I’ve got […] more
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