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A Time for Every Purpose Under Heaven: One Woman’s Trip to Africa – My Story
After receiving several messages from God that she was destined to make this journey, a woman travels to Kenya, Africa, on a mission trip and spends much of the two weeks feeling lost and alone. One question keeps resonating through her head, “Why am I here?”
One Woman’s Trip to Africa – My Story
In August 2006, I had the opportunity to fulfill a life-long dream by going on a mission trip to a third-world country. I traveled with fourteen other missionaries to Kenya as part of the last Life Missions team to travel to Africa. Our goal was to educate the Kenyans about disease prevention and to share the word of Christ. A lofty goal and one which seemed far from my grasp. Join me on my fascinating journey to Africa and back and learn how I discovered a God I never knew before.
One Woman’s Trip to Africa – My Story
In August 2006, I had the opportunity to fulfill a life-long dream by going on a mission trip to a third-world country. I traveled with fourteen other missionaries to Kenya as part of the last Life Missions team to travel to Africa. Our goal was to educate the Kenyans about disease prevention and to share the word of Christ. A lofty goal and one which seemed far from my grasp. Join me on my fascinating journey to Africa and back and learn how I discovered a God I never knew before.
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184 pages, Paperback
First published December 1, 2012
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About the author
Chris Loehmer Kincaid
15 books36 followersEver since I was in the third grade, I have been reading and writing anything and everything, from poetry to short stories to inspirational true stories to novels. My dream was always to be a writer, and I thought that would be enough. But in recent years I have come to realize that a much earlier goal – changing the world – is possible as well.
My first book, “A Time for Every Purpose Under Heaven – One Woman’s Trip to Africa: My Story”, was published in December 2012. This memoir tells the story of my mission trip to Kenya in 2006 and how it changed how I look at life and how I look at the God I love and serve. After the book was published, I was drawn to return to Kenya, where my daughter had already decided to start a nonprofit organization to help the people we had met there. We may not be able to change the entire world, but we can improve the world for many people.
My second and third books, “The Christmas Story in 40 Days”, and "The Early Life of Jesus in 40 Days", are short devotionals.
"Where the Sky Meets the Sand" is my first novel and was released in September 2017. The story was inspired by people I met and places I visited in Kenya.
I am working on a second memoir, a second novel and a study guide for my first memoir.
My first book, “A Time for Every Purpose Under Heaven – One Woman’s Trip to Africa: My Story”, was published in December 2012. This memoir tells the story of my mission trip to Kenya in 2006 and how it changed how I look at life and how I look at the God I love and serve. After the book was published, I was drawn to return to Kenya, where my daughter had already decided to start a nonprofit organization to help the people we had met there. We may not be able to change the entire world, but we can improve the world for many people.
My second and third books, “The Christmas Story in 40 Days”, and "The Early Life of Jesus in 40 Days", are short devotionals.
"Where the Sky Meets the Sand" is my first novel and was released in September 2017. The story was inspired by people I met and places I visited in Kenya.
I am working on a second memoir, a second novel and a study guide for my first memoir.
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January 8, 2013
More than a recount of a mission trip. This is the account of Chris following God to the midst of Africa. Her description of the land and the people are exceptional, but her ability to share her heart, her doubts and her fears excels all. This is not a story of a strong, brave individual who thinks she can conquer the world. This is real. Travel with Chris and experience fatigue, her insecurities and her blessings. Walk with her as she discovers her purpose, shedding light for all of us.
May 5, 2014
About the Book:
After receiving several messages from God that she was destined to make this journey, a woman travels to Kenya, Africa, on a mission trip and spends much of the two weeks feeling lost and alone. One question keeps resonating through her head, "Why am I here?" One Woman's Trip to Africa - My Story In August 2006, I had the opportunity to fulfill a life-long dream by going on a mission trip to a third-world country.
I traveled with fourteen other missionaries to Kenya as part of the last Life Missions team to travel to Africa. Our goal was to educate the Kenyans about disease prevention and to share the word of Christ. A lofty goal and one which seemed far from my grasp. Join me on my fascinating journey to Africa and back and learn how I discovered a God I never knew before.
About the Author:
Chris Kincaid has been writing since she was in the third grade, and though she has worked in the medical field for over 20 years, she has never lost the desire to put words to paper. However, her family and her faith have always come first, making some days a challenge as she continues to work full time, mentor a local Kinship kid, mentor her church’s college students and remain active as a member of the state society for her career in medical assisting.
She lives in northern Wisconsin with her husband, four cats and one dog. Her two children, Nick and Val, are grown and living on their own. They both share their mother’s passion for Africa.
My Review:
Many receive the call by honoring God in a special way, but few take Him up on it. Missionary life has it's rewards but most of the time those rewards are not collected upon until we reach our Heavenly destination. The author gives us a unique look into missionary life from her point of view. Gathered along with her thoughts&experiences she gives us a glimpse of Africa through her eyes, eyes that have seen far greater than you or I.
With the help and persistence of her 15 year old daughter, Val, she embarked on a journey of a lifetime. God is always at work on our behalf, and so it was shown to Chris Loehmer on several different occasions. But as we all know, who have accepted that call, just as the author and her family now know, that God's word will NEVER return void---her faith was reaffirmed over and over again in simple Godlike fashion sometimes in missing letters never found or maybe with 2 cent stamps added in at the last minute--His timing is always perfect.
If you would like a first hand look into missions and what it took for one woman to began her service in that way, this is the perfect book to share with you or others interested in that opportunity. The author will leave you with an inspiring story place in your heart for God's purpose in all things. What an amazing journey?!
If you would like to purchase this book, you can do so at this link.
**Disclosure** This book was sent to me free of charge for my honest review from Life Sentence Publishing.
After receiving several messages from God that she was destined to make this journey, a woman travels to Kenya, Africa, on a mission trip and spends much of the two weeks feeling lost and alone. One question keeps resonating through her head, "Why am I here?" One Woman's Trip to Africa - My Story In August 2006, I had the opportunity to fulfill a life-long dream by going on a mission trip to a third-world country.
I traveled with fourteen other missionaries to Kenya as part of the last Life Missions team to travel to Africa. Our goal was to educate the Kenyans about disease prevention and to share the word of Christ. A lofty goal and one which seemed far from my grasp. Join me on my fascinating journey to Africa and back and learn how I discovered a God I never knew before.
About the Author:
Chris Kincaid has been writing since she was in the third grade, and though she has worked in the medical field for over 20 years, she has never lost the desire to put words to paper. However, her family and her faith have always come first, making some days a challenge as she continues to work full time, mentor a local Kinship kid, mentor her church’s college students and remain active as a member of the state society for her career in medical assisting.
She lives in northern Wisconsin with her husband, four cats and one dog. Her two children, Nick and Val, are grown and living on their own. They both share their mother’s passion for Africa.
My Review:
Many receive the call by honoring God in a special way, but few take Him up on it. Missionary life has it's rewards but most of the time those rewards are not collected upon until we reach our Heavenly destination. The author gives us a unique look into missionary life from her point of view. Gathered along with her thoughts&experiences she gives us a glimpse of Africa through her eyes, eyes that have seen far greater than you or I.
With the help and persistence of her 15 year old daughter, Val, she embarked on a journey of a lifetime. God is always at work on our behalf, and so it was shown to Chris Loehmer on several different occasions. But as we all know, who have accepted that call, just as the author and her family now know, that God's word will NEVER return void---her faith was reaffirmed over and over again in simple Godlike fashion sometimes in missing letters never found or maybe with 2 cent stamps added in at the last minute--His timing is always perfect.
If you would like a first hand look into missions and what it took for one woman to began her service in that way, this is the perfect book to share with you or others interested in that opportunity. The author will leave you with an inspiring story place in your heart for God's purpose in all things. What an amazing journey?!
If you would like to purchase this book, you can do so at this link.
**Disclosure** This book was sent to me free of charge for my honest review from Life Sentence Publishing.
October 19, 2015
As I read this book, I kept thinking how selfless and courageous the author was to go on this mission trip to Africa. It was interesting that she herself is asking what she is accomplishing and seems to think others on the mission trip were doing more than she was. We cannot really compare our Christian walk and service with that of someone else because God calls us each to different things. While Chris was called to make this trip to Africa, our own callings may seem less noble and less important, yet we are to be faithful to what are called to do. As Paul said, we are all parts of the body of Christ, and every part is important. If our duties within the body seem less significant to those of someone else, we have to remember that whatever the Lord has called us to do is significant.
The descriptions of the conditions in the slums of Kenya were heartbreaking. I wonder how anyone could survive in those conditions, yet Chris often described the people living in joy in spite of their poverty and lack of even such basic necessities as clean water. The people who ministered and those who received ministry were all inspiring.
The descriptions of the conditions in the slums of Kenya were heartbreaking. I wonder how anyone could survive in those conditions, yet Chris often described the people living in joy in spite of their poverty and lack of even such basic necessities as clean water. The people who ministered and those who received ministry were all inspiring.
February 7, 2014
Chris Kincaid accompanied her daughter on this very special short mission to Africa.
She records a touching memoir of some of her activities and heartfelt memories of the time she spent in various parts of Kenya. This experience "opened her eyes" to a whole different world and life than the one she had always known...An experience she will never forget.
The author added a few photos depicting parts of her journey. Other parts of her journey are portrayed through words.
The title is fitting and the book cover is perfect in the depiction of her story.
Chris asks one question throughout her book which she never really answers. I think the reader can surmise the answer but her answer "hung in the air" leaving the reader a feeing that lacked in completeness.
My review of this book offers a Four Stars rating.
This book was graciously sent to me by the author for an honest review, of which I have given.
She records a touching memoir of some of her activities and heartfelt memories of the time she spent in various parts of Kenya. This experience "opened her eyes" to a whole different world and life than the one she had always known...An experience she will never forget.
The author added a few photos depicting parts of her journey. Other parts of her journey are portrayed through words.
The title is fitting and the book cover is perfect in the depiction of her story.
Chris asks one question throughout her book which she never really answers. I think the reader can surmise the answer but her answer "hung in the air" leaving the reader a feeing that lacked in completeness.
My review of this book offers a Four Stars rating.
This book was graciously sent to me by the author for an honest review, of which I have given.
December 29, 2013
Chris is a mom who never thought she'd be going on a missions trip ever. Her daughter had the opportunity to do one in Kenya, so she decided to join her on the adventure. This book explains their time away from home for only about two weeks, I believe it was. The whole time she felt as if she was not going to amount for much on it, but it taught her a lot and helped her grow. She felt sorry for herself most of the trip but had beautiful things to share about the people they encountered.
October 11, 2013
I love this story! What a brave woman! I plan on interviewing Chris on my blog so I'm not going to give away too much information at this time. Until then... keep reading!
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