Mother’s Day is days away and this big city of 10 million plus is full of small houses and rooms with families, and of course, women, making up more than 5 million of this population.  Thu is a house-cleaner, working long days for little wages.  Le … [Read more...]

“My hammock drink shop slowed to a halt, having to close up during these past weeks. Worry about no money, worry about health---I have a lot of fears. I’m not young.”  Bian remembers listening to an old neighbor tell about the peace of Jesus but … [Read more...]

Vietnam is a very spiritual country.  Even in the countryside this altar found among this group of trees is not an uncommon sight.  Everyday, Vietnamese are burning incense, offering a gift of flowers or fruit at altars, and praying, hoping to be … [Read more...]

If we are not walking with our eyes open, we are likely to trip up.  If we are not keeping our eyes on Jesus, we will be easily ensnared.  Pray for Vietnamese believers to keep their eyes on Jesus, praying constantly during these days.  “Rejoice … [Read more...]

Retaining a little normalcy and social distance, this weighted feather shuttle offers fun outdoor play at one of the parks in the middle of the urban city. A chance to be outdoors and with good friends brings a joyful heart.  Pray for Vietnamese … [Read more...]

These days we live with our lives interrupted.  Whether it is an interruption of work, school, or even a game. How we respond shows us and the world as to how much we are focused on ourselves or on God.  In Judges 6, Gideon is at work when he is … [Read more...]

Thu, decided to follow Jesus in January, and due to the lunar holiday and these days of social distancing, we really haven’t been able to meet.  She’s in her hometown, and she just messaged me this morning, asking about death.  Her questions about … [Read more...]

At a small stall in the market, Lan mends clothing. Business is slow these days, but what is remarkable is her spirit to give to those around her, as she also daily brings a pot of rice porridge.  Whether it is another vendor or a needy beggar … [Read more...]

With extra time in their schedule from work, these ladies gather to play cards, 'Tien Len', the national card game of Vietnam.  The word 'tien' – means to advance; the word 'len' means to go up --- so literally ‘go forward’. Just thinking about … [Read more...]

“All these pieces broken and scattered, in mercy gathered mended and whole.  Empty-handed but not forsaken.  I’ve been set free.  Oh, I can see it now, laying yourself down, raising up the broken to life” (Hillsong). Are you excited to celebrate … [Read more...]