Don Lang was excitedly looking forward to retirement when the unexpected happened. Losing his wife, Pauline, of 28 years caused him to lean into God for comfort and ask the challenging question, “What’s next?” Having always considered himself an “ordinary guy,” he wondered if God might have something unique in store for the many years he knew he had left. Don looked ahead with faith, expectancy, and an open heart. God took Don’s readiness and today is working through his simple steps of obedience to help give people around the world access to the Word of God in life-changing ways.
When Adam and Dani Nichols got the call that their daughter Adelaide had been born, they knew they had a choice. With excitement and faith, they chose to open wide their hearts through adoption and allow God to beautifully craft their story. Now with adopted son Isaiah in their arms they’ve seen how adoption not only echoes the heart of Jesus, but has become a hallmark of the way they welcome in so many into their community.
Stirred by missions adventure on the islands of Lake Victoria, Uganda, Peri Gregory returned home with a call to become a nurse; caring for both the physical and spiritual. In the thick of nursing school Peri faced intense opposition, exhaustion, and extreme doubts of her calling. But God was there all along. He pursued, steadied, and empowered her to grow.