My father was born in a small town in Guatemala that was close to the border of El Salvador. He did not have the easiest childhood, and he was forced to grow up at a young age in order to survive. Things like not having enough food to eat and not being able to bathe…
The legacy of Nathaniel A. and Jean L. Urshan continues to affect the United Pentecostal Church International (UPCI) many years after their ministry here on earth. This iconic couple changed the course of history with their lives and ministry. As you go back in time, you discover that each segment of their life left an…
“But since you excel in everything - in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in the love we have kindled in you - see that you also excel in this grace of giving.” II Corinthians 8:7 NIV
Many of the people around us often falter in the attempt to live a life…
“Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give…” II Corinthians 9:7
When the letters from the attorney arrived in the offices of UPCI Global Missions and Youth Ministries, both were surprised. The documents notified the ministries of gifts that were coming to them from a trust. The creator of the trust…
It was at a round table in the church fellowship hall in Noble, Oklahoma. The celebration was the first birthday of my great nephew Nolan. I introduced myself to the one person at the table I didn’t know, and he returned with, “I’m Jim, Jim Pulliam.” As we continued the conversation, we shared small talk…
2 Corinthians 9:6-11 (KJV)
6 But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.
7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.
8 And God is able to make…