"The Fire and The Focus - A Call to the Resting Place" is a example of a flesh and blood encounter with the reality of living the love of Jesus on a global scale. In the beginning it follows the element of Fire as manifesting the leading and guidance of the Spirit throughout the Bible.
The main thrust of the Focus is on teaching and sharing the simple Gospel of salvation in Christ, in the face of the plethora of "gospels" available. Color and diversity of formatting are key words ("out-of-the-box" is most acceptable). So are big and bright. Hundreds of the author's pictures enliven the text in addition to 70 or more full pages of creative photo/text collages from the twelve most recent countries the author has served in, for instance, and closing with a final 32 page collage album from a visit to Israel recently.
A major theme is learning from long-term and diverse experiences and implementing what we learn. Reacting to the need for our daily walk to more closely reflect the teachings and example of our Lord both in our personal lives, our Finnish Lutheran heritage and traditions at home. Much can be learned from a wide range of diverse global cultures and expressions of Christian faith. Presented here, through the first hand experiences of the author, is what mission and mission organization is and is not, as it relates to involvement at home and abroad. The Resting Place Mission is outlined as a worldwide model to bring peace, hope and real inner rest to many.
