2nd piece of armor begins- breastplate of righteousness. Gurnall defines -righteousness-- legal, imputed, imparted.

Speaking for the new ship in Ireland, Scotland, and England, Paton meets up with some of God's finest of that age, including Muller and Spurgeon, who donated to his cause.

Trust God's Word and nothing else.

Once more Paton shifts from -Missi- to fund-raiser. A new and better ship is needed.

In Uganda, considered mainly Christian, there is a strong Muslim uprising, of which this modern -Mohammed- was a part. Also a story from Communist China, where the church is alive and well.

Unbelievable conversions and a tragic marriage on Aniwa.

One last look at this first part of our armor, the belt of truth.

Passing of a beloved leader, once a condemned cannibal, now a man of God going to be with Jesus.

So many ways God speaks to His people-

Dayspring one must be surrendered, but Dayspring two soon follows. Health and family loss issues once more challenge Paton.

A tragically missed opportunity in Eastern Europe of yesteryear.-Also, one man's mission in today's Marxist Cuba.

Another potential killer becomes a Christ-follower. And, first communion on Aniwa-

Final in the Colossians series. Directions and greetings to the Colossians from Luke, Epaphras, Demas, Mark, Aristarchus, Justus, Nymphas, Archippus. Tychicus and Onesimus will deliver this letter and Philemon's.

The comforting strength of sincerity -truth, first item in our armor-.

Parents, slave-owners, slaves are addressed and the church is encouraged to pray. Paul has a prayer request of his own.

The Book that spoke to the Islanders. And the building - twice - of a place of meeting for God's people. Fascinating and delightful history.

Called to peace and thankfulness. The singing ministry of the church. Admonitions to women and men.

-Having been convicted of murder, William Palmer was put to death on June 14th, 1856. The next morning, young Charles Spurgeon, reflecting on the events of the previous day, spoke on the perfect justice of God in condemning sinners.- -Hearspurgeon.com-