ABWE Canada Blog
Great Things He Hath Done: 2023 ABWE Canada Annual Report
Many of us know the rich, old hymn “To God Be the Glory” by heart—“To God be the glory, Great things he hath done, So loved he the world that he gave us his Son . . .” and on it goes. In Christ, we have all we need. Yet the astonishing thing Scripture tells us is...
Interview with Dr. David Hood
When did you first become interested in missions? I’ve always been interested in missions. Growing up, we often had missionaries in our home for meals. That interest grew as a teen, and during medical school in 1981, I did my internship at an ABWE hospital in the...
Why Support Raising Is Biblical: 5 Key Verses
Becoming a missionary is daunting by itself. But then there’s the topic of money. Fear of support raising keeps countless individuals from embracing missions. Some are simply intimidated by asking for money. Others question whether support raising is even biblical....
Personal Preparation: Building Grace and Truth Relationships Part 1
What did Jesus do in building relationships with lost people? We have identified four phases in building grace and truth relationships – personal preparation, initiate conversations, invest relationally, and proclaim patiently. In this article, we will observe how...
Bolivia Introduced to Good Soil Training
Did you know that most Good Soil resources have been translated into Spanish and are being used by many Spanish-speaking missionaries and nationals all over South America and around the world? Glenn and Tammy Clodgo recently introduced this engaging training in...
Six Ways Ministry Opportunities Can Expand During Times of War
War is a constant possibility in much of the world. When working overseas, “Sent Ones” are sometimes caught up in regional conflicts, yet war is not necessarily detrimental to ministry. “Sent Ones” are usually living their lives embedded with local nationals, and...
Understanding & Supporting Your Sent Ones During Times of War
With the recent developments of war gripping Ukraine, and the Middle East, what should be the mental disciplines needed for those “sent ones” called to minister in such areas of turmoil –especially those who choose to stay on the field? How does one minister long...
Beyond the Symbolism: Refocusing on the Resurrection
Easter in Ukraine was always a special time. Churches often gather before sunrise, greeting one another with “Christ is risen,” followed by the hearty response “He is risen indeed!” Orthodox adherents line up for several street blocks outside the temple with candles...
Six Creative Ways to Teach the Resurrection to Children
How can you teach the resurrection to kids this Easter season? After all, the meaning of Easter is an important part of passing along the Christian faith. Kids often learn best with engaging activities. Use these six ideas as a starting point to explain Jesus’...
Meet the Interstate Evangelist: Ilyas
Ilyas had the heart of an evangelist—despite the challenges posed by living in a refugee camp in the Middle East. Having fled from the Taliban in 2021 following their resurgence to power in Afghanistan, Ilyas was well aware of the dangers associated with...
Faith Triumphs Over Idols in Africa
In the West African nation of Togo, a 23-year-old man named Ganiou faced a sudden test of faith one evening when his mother became unable to breathe. Witnessing her suffering, his entire village urged him to perform voodoo rituals for her healing. Ganiou, a Christian,...
Threads of Redemption
Malaika arrived as the most troubled student at Sifa Collective. With relationships battered by years of trauma and broken trust, her family members had registered her for the program. “We hate her,” they declared to the staff. “See what you can do with...