I'm grateful for the legacy that my father, Richard (Dick) Arthur Buck (1924-1978) modeled for me any my three siblings, a life of highest integrity. May I honor him as I seek to do the same.
Five Prayers for Those Who Desire to Live Generously*
By Art Rainer Where are you on your generosity journey? Maybe you already give but wish to be one who reflects Macedonian-like generosity. Maybe you started giving out of obedience to God but desire a deeper love for generosity. Maybe you havenโt started giving but know generosity should be your next step of faith. Wherever …
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A Prayer of Faith to Lean Into Life’s Uncertainty*
Thy way, O Lord! Thy wayโnot mine!Although, opprest,For smoother, sunnier paths I pine,Thy way is best. Though crossing thirsty deserts drear,Or mountainโs crest;Although I faint with toil and fear,Thy way is best. Though not one open door befriendThe passing guest;Though night its darkest terror lend,Thy way is best. So seeming wild without a plan,Now east, now …
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October Prayer Update
PRAISE: The September trip to Georgia went well. I had a delightful visit with a couple ofย long-time friends, just ahead of theย team meetings. Our visit withย Renew World Outreach, a key field partner, was inspiring; that was alsoย prior toย our leadership team meetings. Thanks for your prayers. Year-end plans are coming together. Pray for the preparations for …
A Promise for Today, for Every Day!
4 Signs Money Is an Idol*
Anything can become an idol if we consider it more important than God. God is clear that we must not have any idols in our lives as the Bible tells us, โDo not make idols or set up an image or a sacred stone for yourselves, and do not place a carved stone in your …
AIMing for impact: A quick, simple method for giving decisions by Heather Larson*
Sometimes it seems as though the opportunities are endless. Another important cause. Another powerful vision or worthwhile investment. The world is full of deep needs, and it can feel like the options for doing good are boundless. It can also seem like thereโs a long line of people who know exactly what you need to …
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September Prayer Update
PRAISE: Overall, it has been a good and fruitful summer, and I have some quality time with a few friends, even with three ministry trips just a few weeks apart. Jesus Film Projectยฎ has relaunched our animated film project โJESUSโ (ASJ) with a new production company (Sunrise Animation Studios of SA) and director (Phil Cunningham) …
Our heart is the true measure of all things.
Labor Day: Honoring Workers โ and the Creator God*
Byย Joseph Slife perceived that there is nothing better for themthan to be joyful and to do good as long as they live;also that everyone should eat and drink and take pleasure in all his toil โthis is Godโs gift to man.(Ecclesiastes 3:12-13 ESV) The word "holiday" comes from the Old English word hฤligdรฆg, which means "holy …
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