Eighteen years ago nearly three thousand people died in the Islamic terrorist known as the 9/11 attacks. Please take some time to listen to today’s podcast about the only hope available to our lost and dying world. Love, The Downing Family

In many cultures bull fighting is popular. Here is our cultural insight about this event in Ecuador.   With Love, The Downings

The Psalms have always been a source of strength and encouragement for the believer. Today’s podcast explores the depth of Psalm 24. Click play below to hear this encouraging word. Psalm 24 The earth is the Lord’s, and all it contains, The world, and...

“The concern for world evangelization is not something tacked on to a man’s personal Christianity, which he may take or leave as he chooses; it is rooted indefeasibly in the character of the God who has come to us in Christ Jesus. Thus it...

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Have you ever considered how important food was in the ministry of Jesus? We see that the context of many of Christ’s interactions involved food. What does our Holy God incarnate have in common with sinners? Food. And the good news is that the...

Psalm one is a wisdom psalm and the author tells his audience to reject the lifestyle of the wicked and to be loyal to God. The psalmist contrasts the destiny of the wicked with that of the righteous, emphasizing that the wicked are destroyed...

Caldo de pata (cow feet soup) Serves:10 people This traditional Latin American comfort soup is somewhat of an acquired taste.  Still life is full of adventure and this soup is worth a try, at least once. Seven out of Seven Downings recommend this unique...

Sometimes we are guilty of throwing away tradition in favor of all things new. Other times we elevate our traditions way beyond their value. It can easily seem like some traditions become idols. Can we hold our traditions and still offer something of eternal...

Friends, here is a B.E. Warren Hymn. Enjoy! Love, The Downing Family