Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. Philippians 4:11 The positive attitude spoken of by Paul in this verse did not come naturally. He states that it is a state of mind, will and emotion that is “learned”. Such contentment with…
DetailsGreetings from Teshio!! Summer time will quickly wane, we think since it is now August but we pray not, as it came so late this year!! Crops and hay were about 2-3 weeks behind!! Now we have the opposite problem and haven’t had rain in a couple weeks. Now I am not complaining!! Every day…
DetailsAokigahara Forest Signs emblazoned with messages such as “Please reconsider” and “Please consult the police before you decide to die!” are nailed to trees throughout the forest. However, the woods have such a reputation that these minor deterrents do little to stop the determined. Aokigahara Forest is known for two things in Japan: breathtaking views…
DetailsKen preaching after the flannel-graph and music part Christopher doing the flannel-graph Our group “Year’s end is neither an end nor a beginning, but a going on, with all the wisdom that experience can instill in us.” That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and…
Details(Ken reading some verses during our missionary thanksgiving get-together) Dear Praying Friends, Thanksgiving is a special time each year here in northern Hokkaido Japan. We get to host the missionary families in these northern areas at our house. This year there were 35 people that gathered for a great day of food, fun and fellowship.…
DetailsKen doing fall outside winter prep Miss Tsuzuki and Miss Hanawa during Christianity Explained Bible study Ken teaching the Bible study Tea and brownie time afterwards Heb 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Faith, although it is intangible, is a real substance. It is the…
DetailsBehold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.Revelations 3:20 A door is an important part of any building. Without a door, one can not enter or leave. There is no…
DetailsA Christian’s mission in any country to reach the lost is this: 2 Tim 2:25, 26- In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth; And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him…
DetailsIt’s a new week! Wonder what kind of opportunities the Lord has for us this week! We appreciate prayers for Ken as he leaves on July 1st for a short family/business trip for two weeks. Our summer intern, Amanda Blain, has written a newsletter and we thought you might like to enjoy it too!~~ This…
DetailsOur home and mission building. We live on the 2nd floor. Services and office on first floor Mrs. Sonoda and Amanda our summer intern from N.C. Miss Tsuzuki (in Bible study with us on Sunday evenings) Our large carrots here in Hokkaido! not to mention our large apples left: eating cabbage ‘pancake’ and shrimp tempura…
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