Statues for sale that will serve as idols to bow down, burn incense to, and offer prayers to in homes and businesses bound by culture and tradition. “O God, do not be silent! Do not be deaf. Do not be quiet, O God. Then they will learn that You … [Read more...]

Open-air shopping brings the goods closer to the customer who might walk or drive by for a purchase at this market in District 12. “Those who trust their own insight are foolish, but anyone who walks in wisdom is safe.” Proverbs 28:26 A life … [Read more...]

Corrugated metal gets a fresh coat of paint along the sidewalk before installation. Everyone wants to be successful in life, but more likely than not as we are successful our pride takes over and we are strengthened instead of being weakened. We … [Read more...]

The end of summer means programs end with a trek to the park to scavenger hunt for children in District 7 of Ho Chi Minh City. The city includes 21 districts and 1 sub-city and a population of 10 million people. “For I am about to do something … [Read more...]

The end of the road in District Nha Be leads to one of the many canal-like streams within the Mekong Delta, quiet from the distractions of busyness and a good place to sit and be mindful. Wisdom begins and ends with the fear of God. The fear of … [Read more...]

Motorbike drivers deliver jugs of water for households and businesses each day, as tap water is un-useable to drink in Vietnam. Humility delivers wisdom as a hired motorbike driver delivers water for a customer. Asking for help brings us to the … [Read more...]

In one of the rural districts of Ho Chi Minh City an early morning market offers items for the practical needs of families. It’s a very simple corner with goods laid out, nothing fancy that would lead to pride. The world’s wisdom is positioned in … [Read more...]

Helmets for purchase to wear while driving and riding on motorbikes in Vietnam can sometimes look safe but instead barely pass a drop-test. Real protection is needed. Wisdom from God is a gift that can protect from bad decisions and give … [Read more...]

Roof edgings over a couple of hundred years old decorate ancient buildings in parts of Saigon. We often associate wisdom with something aged but the key is in asking the One who gives wisdom freely. Patience is enduring and continuing without … [Read more...]

The national dress of Vietnam is the ao dai, and many will say you are not beautiful wearing an ao dai unless you are in high heels. Steps down to this reflection pond are unevenly spaced requiring careful foot placement in those high heels. “I am … [Read more...]