Ken

Barnes

Contributing Writer

Ken Barnes worked 17 years with Youth With A Mission as a school leader, recruiter, and a director. He holds a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Virginia Commonwealth University. He is the author of The Chicken Farm and Other Sacred Places, published by YWAM Publishing in 2010. Currently, he is a speaker, blogger, and freelance writer. Ken lives with his wife, Sharon in Mechanicsville, Virginia.

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No Reserves, No Retreats, No Regrets

Although his life was relatively short, William Borden's testimony has encouraged many missionaries.

The Value of Work

We learn a great lesson from Nehemiah about the value of ourselves and our work.

Trusting God Throughout the Pandemic

Stimulus bills have pumped trillions into the USA's economy, but even the government does not have unlimited resources.

The Tale of Two Siblings

People who live close to God without ever really knowing Him are the farthest from Him.

The Grateful Samaritan

We often miss God’s blessing because it comes through someone with whom we disagree.

If It Comes in Threes

All the poisonous plants in my garden reminded me of the destructive weeds of the flesh.