Bread & Brownies
The last two months have seen us moving cities, celebrating Kurban (the religious holiday where Muslims sacrifice a lamb or goat), and getting to know our new neighbors. Before we left our [...]
“Why did you leave Islam?”
Cultural Update: This past month has been Ramazan. Muslims all over the world have been fasting and seeking revelation from God (at least in theory). Not only do they fast from [...]
My House Shall be Called a House of Prayer
Lesson Learned Prayer is everything (both corporate and personal). Jesus modelled and taught that the advance of God’s kingdom throughout the world is dependent on what/how/if we pray. [...]
Three Months
Hello friends and family! We have reached the three-month mark! We apologize for those who have tried to connect lately, without us responding. Our internet has been quite bad, sometimes [...]
A Christmas Card from The Middle East
Dear ACOP Family, Christmas is soon here—decorations are being put up, we’ve found both a warm drink shop and a new favorite sweet, and Sarah is pretty sure Christmas music is [...]
It Takes Communication to Disciple
Have you read the story in Acts 14:8-18? This story happened not far from where we are and is one of the few instances of language confusion ever recorded in the entire Bible. While trying to [...]
Why Should We Send When There Are Lost People Here?
I imagine we’ve all heard or asked this question before. I know that I have. It seems like a fair question. But I would encourage you to ask yourself what’s at the heart of this [...]
