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Incarnational Partnership: Pre‑Departure Co‑Design for Ethical Short‑Term Missions
Incarnational Partnership: Pre‑Departure Co‑Design for Ethical Short‑Term Missions.
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Jesus Knew Who He Was — Lesallan
By Lesallan — December 5, 2023 (reposted 2025) Jesus didn’t make a public announcement about His identity; He revealed Himself in a private, unexpected conversation with a Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well (John 4:4–6, New International Version). He crossed cultural and religious boundaries to sit beside an outcast and turned Read more
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Growing Like Jesus: An Academic Devotional on Luke 2:52
✨ Growing Like Jesus: An Academic Devotional on Luke 2:52 Scripture Focus“And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” (Luke 2:52, KJV) 📜 Textual Foundation Luke 2:52 gives us a rare glimpse into Jesus’ formative years. The Greek verb προέκοπτεν (“was advancing”) conveys intentional Read more
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Be a Rebel: Follow Jesus – Lesallan
Be a rebel: Follow Jesus. “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men” (Colossians 3:23 KJV). Living missionally is not only about overseas trips but about how we show up in classrooms, workplaces, and neighborhoods; these ordinary moments are our mission field (The Read more
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From Empire to Partnership: Rethinking Mission Today
From Empire to Partnership: Rethinking Mission Today Lesallan Bostron posted Dec 4, 2025 11:42 AM From Empire to Partnership: Rethinking Mission Today Lesallan Bostron MIS1010 Introduction to Global Missions (ONL25F4) Professor Jessica Davis December 4, 2025 From Empire to Partnership: Rethinking Mission Today Globalization and shifting demographics require mission strategies Read more
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Daily Devotion — December 4, 2025
Written by: Lesallan Daily Devotion — December 4, 2025, 🌿 Scripture “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord…” Colossians 3:23 (NIV) ✨ Reflection Missions is not only about overseas trips — it is the way we live every ordinary day. When we Read more
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Trailblazer: The Courage to Lead Where None Have Gone
To be a trailblazer and a rebel means forging new paths with courage and conviction, while challenging norms that no longer serve truth, justice, or growth. 🔥 Trailblazer: The Courage to Lead Where None Have Gone A trailblazer is someone who ventures into uncharted territory—physically, intellectually, spiritually, or socially—and clears Read more
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Devotion: Rest for the Weary
Daily Devotion — Sunday, November 30th, 2025 -Lesallan 🌿 Devotion: Rest for the Weary Scripture:“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will Read more
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Love, Truth, and Trust: A Biblical Response to Haters and Liars
—Lesallan November 29, 2025 Love, Truth, and Trust: A Biblical Response to Haters and Liars The Bible acknowledges that unjust hatred is a recurring feature of life and calls believers to respond with love, gentleness, and trust in God’s justice. The psalmist notes, “Many have become my enemies without cause; Read more
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Daily Devotion — November 29, 2025
Job 19:25 (NLT):
“But as for me, I know that my Redeemer lives, and he will stand upon the earth at last.”