Good morning from Cairo, Egypt. I am making my way from the south of Africa to the north, and that involves a day and a night in Cairo. I am looking forward to joining a friend who will take me to explore the city.

(Yesterday on the blog: Something as Flimsy as Stone)

Rescuing Abraham

This is quite an interesting take on Abraham’s decision to tell people that Sarah was his wife. Was this a lie? And was it necessarily a sign of weak faith? Even if you don’t agree with the article, I think it will help your understanding of the context.

Treasure in Jars of Clay

“As a missionary, I often feel like family members, friends, and supporters put us on a pedestal. That my sacrifice and calling as a missionary in Uganda are far beyond what any ‘normal’ Christian would be able to manage.” This story is meant to counter that notion and praise God for his grace.

Are People Basically Good?

“It is commonplace to hear the statement, ‘people are basically good.’ Though it is admitted that no one is perfect, human wickedness is minimized. Yet if people are basically good, why is


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