When Scotsman John Gibson Paton announced his intentions to serve as a missionary in the New Hebrides islands of the South Seas, a Mr. Dickson cried out in despair, “‘The Cannibals! You will be eaten by the cannibals!’” (J. Paton ch. IX). Mr. Dickson’s concern was not unfounded. In 1839, nineteen years before Paton's announcement, … Continue reading John Gibson Paton: Faith that Changed the World
Tag: Faithfulness
A couple of weeks ago, I went on a walk with my dad. As we were walking, I took the chance to talk to him about my constant battle with fear. I knew that my sinful fear was keeping me from glorifying God, and I was tired of it. I wanted to do something big … Continue reading Little Faithfulness
