Lesallan – November 8th, 2024

Greetings My Name Is Lesallan

My name is Lesallan, and I am pursuing my second degree at Ohio Christian University. At sixty-two years old, I am deeply immersed in my academic journey, driven by a passion for learning and personal growth. I reside in Aurora, a charming city nestled in the southwest corner of Missouri. I have grown accustomed to the warm, welcoming culture of the Bible Belt, where community values run deep.

Throughout my life, I have chosen to remain unmarried, allowing me to focus wholly on my studies and personal interests. I often describe myself as a loner (a recluse); however, this solitude has enabled me to concentrate my efforts and delve deeply into my subjects. I relish the chance to expand my knowledge and challenge myself intellectually, and I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead as I continue this educational path.

I have a heartfelt aspiration to be a Christian content creator, dedicating my time and talents to inspiring others through my reflections and devotions. I actively share my journey of faith on platforms like YouTube, where I connect with a growing community, and my blog, “The Christian Thing” which serves as a space for deeper exploration of spiritual themes (Bostron, 2021).

My work centers around my passion for fostering faith, encouraging spiritual growth, and sharing Biblical teachings that resonate with everyday life. I aim to create authentic and relatable content that not only uplifts but also challenges my audience to delve deeper into their own spiritual journeys. Through engaging videos and thought-provoking blog posts, I hope to spark meaningful conversations about faith and its application in our lives today. My goal is to be a source of encouragement and inspiration, helping others to navigate their relationship with God and understand the transformative power of His Word.

This is how I embrace my journey of faith and knowledge. This is my path to purpose and inspiration. Life isn’t always a smooth journey. We encounter obstacles, setbacks, and roadblocks. In these moments, it’s easy to lose sight of our purpose and feel discouraged.

The Lord has declared “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11, KJV).

In Christ,

Lesallan

References:

Bostron, L. (2021). The Christian Thing. Thechristianthing.com. https://thechristianthing.com/


Lesallan

Lesallan Bostron is a Christian leader, writer, and practitioner committed to incarnational ministry and cross‑cultural partnership. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Leadership and combines academic study with hands‑on experience in community engagement, discipleship, and mission strategy. Lesallan’s work emphasizes culturally sensitive approaches that prioritize local leadership, long‑term sustainability, and spiritual formation. His vocational journey includes service in the Air Force, experience in sales, and practical stewardship of rural life, including horse care and farm work. These varied roles have shaped his pastoral instincts, resilience, and capacity to work across social and cultural boundaries. Lesallan brings this practical wisdom into classroom settings, short‑term mission planning, and curriculum design, always centering humility, listening, and mutual accountability. Lesallan’s research and writing focus on rethinking mission from models of exportation to models of partnership. He draws on historical examples, contemporary missiological scholarship, and lived practice to advocate for pre‑departure listening, capacity transfer, and reparative accountability. His devotional writing and teaching aim to bridge academic insight and spiritual formation, helping churches and practitioners translate theology into ethical, effective ministry. Available for speaking, teaching, and collaborative projects, Lesallan seeks partnerships that honor local agency and cultivate sustainable discipleship. He lives in Wisconsin and welcomes conversation with pastors, mission leaders, and educators who are committed to faithful, contextually wise engagement.