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May 25

Speaking Up

People often ask me, “Why don’t moderate Muslims speak up more? If they’re truly against what radical or fundamentalist Muslims are doing, why don’t they grab the world stage and denounce them?” The silence of moderate Muslims is hard for many people to understand. Meanwhile, there has been great disagreement... read more →

May 04

Prayers for North Korean Refugees

I have a confession to make. Although I was born and raised in South Korea, I didn't really know much about North Korea other than hearing occasionally about its dictatorship and poverty. When I was a child, I even thought North Koreans were a group of monster-like, brainwashed maniacs. In... read more →

Apr 15

He is Risen! Tell the World!

I heard a pastor recently talk about Jesus the King in the context of the Palm Sunday parade heralding Him as David’s heir and Israel’s king. Hosanna, Son of David! Ride on, ride on in majesty. Of course, we modern disciples know that Jesus’ kingship was a subversive one, emphasizing... read more →

Apr 06

Morning Meditation in Kathmandu

Blessed with the residual effects of jet lag, I awoke each day pre-dawn, my alarm the rooster’s crow. Then came staccato barks of neighborhood dogs, and in the distance droned the sound of traffic accentuated by the incessant horns in a city that didn’t sleep. But it was the coo... read more →

Mar 24

The State of Missiology Today – Book Review

I recently finished a missiology tome titled, The State of Missiology Today: Global Innovations in Christian Witness. This book presents a series of essays based on Fuller Seminary’s 2015 Missiology Lectures, celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the School of Intercultural Studies (SIS). Charles Van Engen, retired SIS professor who taught... read more →

Mar 08

Let the Wilderness Be Glad

The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad, the desert shall rejoice and blossom… —Isaiah 35:1a Having lived much of my adult life in the Pacific Northwest, the word wilderness conjures up images of lush foliage, beams of sunlight filtered through stands of tall trees, gentle streams and moss-covered tree... read more →

Feb 10

America First, Reconsidered

While recovering from knee surgery, I had time on January 20 to sit back at home and take in the inaugural day activities. I heard America’s new President proclaim two related inaugural themes: America First and Make America Great Again! Politically and patriotically, I can see why our new President... read more →

Jan 03

What Are You Waiting For?

There is great reward for those who live in anticipation of Christ’s return. In Luke 2:25–32, we read of a rather ordinary person named Simeon. Simeon had no particular position, rank or file with the Jewish hierarchy of the time, but he had a deep faith in God and eagerly... read more →

Jan 01

Uncharted Territory

2016 was my busiest year yet of ministry with Frontier Fellowship. I visited seven countries and many towns and cities in 11 US states. By summer’s end, I was exhausted and wanted some time alone with God to get my head and heart realigned. So I made a three-day, 26-mile... read more →

Dec 31

New Year, New Frontiers

2017 begins with some exciting changes for Presbyterian Frontier Fellowship. I’m pleased to announce our new name, Frontier Fellowship, and the launch of our new website and communication initiatives. We just celebrated our 35th anniversary in frontier mission ministry. In remembering our history, we give thanks to God for the rich soil... read more →