Posts by Richard Parrish
Freedom to Speak
It appears that rudeness is more popular than respectful behavior these days. I’m appalled at the growing inflammatory conduct displayed in society. For as many issues that divide us, it seems that the one who yells the loudest believes they will win. But is life only about “winning?” If I win today’s argument, it’s only…
Read MoreMake Us One
When I was young, I was asked to serve a congregation in Southern California. Full of zeal and short on leadership experience, I was quickly introduced to the world of political maneuvering by individuals having specific agendas. My first board meeting included a contentious debate surrounding what color we would paint our church buses! I…
Read MoreArmenia Trip
I am setting out to Armenia this week to minister to pastors and leaders and to check on several of RPM’s ministry projects. I will be able to see firsthand how things are going and what more is needed for the churches and for the refugees they are helping. It is a joy to see…
Read MoreThankful for God’s Work in Armenia
I thank God for a safe and productive trip to Armenia! One of the most impactful parts of my trip was spending time with refugees from the Artsakh region. These individuals were forced to flee their homes with only what they could carry, escaping a harrowing situation for the safety of their families. Our ministry…
Read MoreARMENIA UPDATE REPORT!
I just returned from a blessed trip to Armenia, where I witnessed firsthand the powerful work God is doing through our ministry and His faithful servants in Armenia. One highlight of the trip was my visit with the refugees in the Artsakh region of Armenia. A number of the women and children came to the…
Read MoreHandling Anxiety
What are five years of your life worth? A study from the Daily Mail revealed we waste years of our lives worrying. Their research shows the average person frets one hour and 50 minutes a day. That calculates to almost 28 days per year or approximately five years of your entire life.[1] We worry about a lot…
Read MoreBringing Hope to Uzbekistan Women
Meet Zamira. She is a woman who spreads the transformative power of God’s love everywhere she goes! She brings hope to Uzbekistan’s often confined and oppressed women. In December of last year, RPM made the decision to help Zamira begin a ministry outreach to the women of Uzbekistan. Already, we see how this outreach…
Read MoreE Is Not Enough
One day, I had an early appointment at the office. Where I live, traffic congestion is extremely heavy from 6 in the morning until around 9. Already running a little late, I noticed my fuel gauge. I muttered: “‘E’ does not mean enough, Richard!” I was annoyed at myself for neglecting to fill my car with…
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