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🌍 Welcome Our Newest Missionary Partner! 🌍
We are excited to welcome Morris Tsuma as the newest missionary to join the Sowing Seeds of Joy family! Morris has answered God’s call to serve faithfully, and we are grateful for his heart for the nations and his commitment to advancing the gospel through compassionate service. To our donors and partners—thank you. Your prayers and generosity make it possible for missionaries like Morris to step into God’s work with confidence and support. As Morris begins this journey with

Ron and Star Nelson
4 days ago1 min read


Pray for the World
“And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.” — Matthew 24:14 (ESV) Lord, have mercy on the nations. We lift before You every country, culture, and people group. Where there is war, bring peace. Where there is oppression, bring justice. Where there is spiritual darkness, let the light of Your gospel shine. Strengthen Your church around the world and raise up faithful witnesses who wil

Ron and Star Nelson
4 days ago3 min read


Pray for Strength
Isaiah 41:10 (ESV) “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Lord God, You see the places where we feel weak, tired, and worn. You know the burdens we carry and the responsibilities that weigh on us. Today, we come to You not pretending to be strong but trusting that You are. Strengthen us where we are depleted. Help us where we feel overwhelmed. Uphold us when we

Ron and Star Nelson
6 days ago3 min read

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Who/What is your “Go To”?
More month than money? Fears rise. Not so good news on the other end. What’s your first response? Friends, shopping, a little drink,...

Ron and Star Nelson
Feb 26, 20242 min read


MORE of God in 2024
Reader, please join me in doing a very simple hand gesture: start with a normal posture, spread both your palms outwards and lift them up...

Ron and Star Nelson
Jan 31, 20243 min read


Mental Health in Zanzibar
I have the opportunity to travel to Zanzibar 2 Feb - 12 Feb 2024 in partnership with Tributaries, Sowing Seeds of Joy SA, and Africa...
Naomi Meyers
Jan 17, 20242 min read


Black-Eye Peas, Greens, and CornBread A New Year's Day Tradition
I frankly was amazed to see many from both races in America post on Facebook a traditional meal eaten on New Year’s Day as black-eye...

Lori Pearson
Jan 1, 20243 min read


Returning Home to Serve
Nurturing Hearts and Community: Reflections on My Time in Mendenhall, MS Taking on a leadership role for the first time can be a...
Tamika Miller
Dec 4, 20233 min read


God Met Us in Cuba
First and foremost, we want to thank all of you for all the prayers and financial support that you provided for our team. Your support...

Ron and Star Nelson
Dec 4, 20232 min read


Perseverance
Let the testing begin, every day our faith is tested by someone, or the evil one. However, James tells us to persevere on times of...

Ron and Star Nelson
Dec 4, 20232 min read


Praying from the Depth of Your Heart!
Trust that God hears all prayers, but the question is are we praying from the depth of our spirit? Are our prayers based on a whim or are...

Ron and Star Nelson
Nov 28, 20232 min read


Shish I Can Hear You Talking
Saints. We know that words have meaning, and their meanings can either uplift or tear down. However, sometimes silence speaks louder than...

Ron and Star Nelson
Nov 7, 20231 min read


Safe Conversations Workshop
Talking is among the most dangerous things people do! And listening is the most infrequent in families and in the workplace. This leads...

Lori Pearson
Oct 16, 20231 min read


Response to Indifference Thoughts and Prayers
Thank you for your thoughts and prayers but forgive me if I don’t acknowledge you because they are falling on deaf ears. You see the pain...

Lori Pearson
Oct 2, 20232 min read


Missions: Serving Communities at Home and Abroad Ron Nelson and Darrell L Bock (Podcast done at DTS)
Delve deep into the world of missions with Ron Nelson and Darrell L Bock in our latest podcast episode, recorded at DTS. Listen as Ron...

Ron Nelson
Sep 21, 20231 min read


What is Biblical Forgiveness
The sacrifice of Jesus Christ makes it possible for us to be reconciled to God, declared innocent before Him and made holy. When we...

Ron and Star Nelson
Sep 15, 20233 min read


What Tribe Has Your Loyalty?
Truth sometimes gets lost when there is a flood of disinformation, alternative facts, and tribalism. The question is what tribe has...

Lori Pearson
Aug 28, 20234 min read


Sowing Seeds of Joy Trauma Healing Ministry
I begin 2023 with a fast. The purpose was to turn my heart to the Lord so that I cannot only be delivered from sins of commission and...

Ron and Star Nelson
Aug 15, 20233 min read


How to Survive an Attack from the Hordes of Hell
Humility vs Pride – Proverbs 11:2 When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility is wisdom. Peace vs Anxiety – Isaiah 26:3 You...

Lori Pearson
Aug 1, 20233 min read


Love Is What The World Needs Now
Saints. What good is it to say we love the Lord and hate our brothers and sisters. How can we say we believe in God who sent Jesus and...

Ron and Star Nelson
Jul 19, 20232 min read


ONAGA - It Is Working For My Good
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose”. Romans...

Lori Pearson
Jul 1, 20233 min read


The SON brought the SUN
Let me take a moment to testify. I know the One who preserved me in the storm that devastated the city of Little Rock, AR. It is the Lord...

Ron and Star Nelson
Jun 16, 20233 min read


Put Your Stone Down And Walk Away
The woman stood accused by those gathered around her. Guilty they said, she was caught in the act of adultery. Her head was bowed to hide...

Lori Pearson
Jun 1, 20232 min read
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