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They Fought For Freedom

November 11, 2009

It’s the freedom that we have in this country that I’m thankful for. That freedom that I enjoy demands my respect for those who fought to make it possible. It’s freedom that all faiths must fight to keep in this country. For what is faith without freedom to choose?
My utmost respect and gratitude go out [...]

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The Adoption Journey

November 3, 2009

We are nearly done with our home study portion of the adoption process and it feels like we’ve been in the process for a very long time! There’s been lots of paperwork and talking with people to say the least. There’s lots of “white space” too. There’s plenty of time to wait for things to [...]

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What’s the Difference?

August 31, 2009

Here’s a quote from an article by South African, Bilal Randeree:
Each year, millions of children are orphaned due to war, famine, and diseases. In poor communities, when parents die or a surviving adult is chronically or terminally ill, children face having to care for themselves and their siblings. Losing one or both parents is traumatic [...]

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Cambodia – In the Midst of Darkness

August 5, 2009

It’s pretty tough to get on the internet for long periods of time here in Pnomh Penh.  Morning have been early and schedule has been pretty full. But here I am updating once again on the home stretch of my trip.

Cambodia is a dark place right now. Although there has been economic improvement since the [...]

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Cambodia – Travel Update

July 24, 2009

We started in Atlanta, 13 or so hours to Tokyo, then 6 hours to Bangkok…now waiting here for about 5 hours to get on a plane to Phnom Penh, Cambodia!
A few more details about what we’ll be doing in Cambodia. Our primary activities will be to work with an orphanage in the city, work with [...]

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Life That Requires Faith

July 8, 2009

Often times I find myself desiring greater faith, but realize that I’m pursuing a life that requires very little.
How about you?

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Orphan Summit – Session 3

May 1, 2009

11:07 AM Jason – Meredith Andrews was a blessing to listen to…she led worship this morning.
11:10 AM Jason – Elizabeth Styffe, Executive Director of the Saddleback Orphan Care Initiative is going to speak.
11:12 AM Jason – “Orphan Care and the Church”
11:13 AM Jason – When we follow Jesus, it changes everything…
11:14 AM Jason – There [...]

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Orphan Summit – Session 1

April 30, 2009

10:47 AM Jason – From the Christian Alliance for Orphans – Summit V – Dallas, TXOpening video, “Why are you here?…You are here because in me they will find compassion, hope, and a future.” – “for in you the fatherless find compassion” ~Hosea 14:3
10:59 AM Jason – a family is powerful in the valley of [...]

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My Character Stains

March 21, 2009

stain [steyn] -noun: a cause of reproach; stigma; blemish: a stain on one’s reputation.
Those in leadership will know that the role of being a leader can bring out the best in you and sometimes bring out those character traits that aren’t so good. Here are some of my character stains:

Over Analytical – yea, [...]

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Unleash 2009 – Session 2

March 12, 2009

4:01 PM Jason – Perry Noble wearing a new shirt…
4:02 PM Jason – this session is talking to the leaders
4:03 PM Jason – for a church to reach its potential, you have to have leaders that are on fire for Jesus
4:08 PM Jason – aren’t there days you just wanna quit? didn’t people tell you [...]

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