“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.” Ephesians 6:12 A battle of the flesh Growing up in Central Oregon (Prineville) wrestling was always a top sport in terms of Crook […]
Praise the Lord! The Nkose Island Salvation Shed construction is on the move! These pastors, leaders, contractors, and locals are so passionate about erecting this Shed. Why is a Salvation Shed so important? We know Church is the people (1 Corinthians 12), not the physical building. But a Shed is
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This picture marks an exciting moment in time: Journey International, Bold Ventures and the local church joining together at the location they are currently praying from. Journey International is beyond blessed to announce Nkose Island, located in Lake Victoria, as the site where we will begin to construct the first
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Embarking on a Journey with new friends On our recent Journey with the Bold Ventures team, we visited a few of the many islands on Lake Victoria (Africa’s largest lake). We got a glimpse into the life of those serving on over 100 of these Islands. We were blessed to
The harsh realities of Nodding Syndrome I first met Vicki in 2017. She was home alone, locked in her hut. Children with Nodding Syndrome tend to wander, creating inevitable dangers of falling into a swamp and drowning, or into the fire pit while cooking a simple meal. These everyday truths
For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven… a time to plant and a time to harvest. Ecclesiastes 3:1-2b With the first rainy and growing season failing to produce due to the lack of rain, the situation became dire and desperate for many as food
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As I shared previously in the post about Nodding Syndrome, we were almost leaving the small medical outpost. I looked over and saw this beautiful young lady. As she turned her head, I could see she had been in a fire–her face was severely burned on one side! My heart
I will proclaim the name of the Lord; how glorious is our God! He is the Rock; his deeds are perfect. Everything he does is just and fair. He is a faithful God who does no wrong; how just and upright he is! Deuteronomy 32:3-4 I am not exactly sure why
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When we think of Salvation Sheds, we cannot help but to think of the Children. While most kids in Northern Uganda who are able to walk are roaming free and fending for themselves, the church gives them a place to learn and grow and meet Jesus. In the company of
A Mysterious Disease. Nodding Syndrome is a mysterious disease affecting the brain and nervous system of many children in Northern Uganda, South Sudan, and previously Tanzania. The disease is characterized by nodding of the head followed by seizures, and can lead to disabilities and cognitive impairment. During times of seizures, those
