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- 1. Church Planting in Ghana? Sounds Far… and Fantastic!
- 1. The Heartbeat of Missions: Why Support Church Planting in Ghana?
- 1. What Daily Life Is Like on a Missions Trip to Ghana
- 5 Ways to Help Orphans in Ghana Without Leaving Home
- A Family of Missionaries: The Consfords’ Bold Journey to Serve in Ghana
- A Square Deal for Missions: How Local Business Powers Global Impact
- Adventures in Faith: A Family’s Guide to Faith-Based Travel in Texas
- Author Joe Consford | Missionary & Storyteller
- Baptist Church Planting in Ghana: Real Churches, Real People, Eternal Impact
- Baptist Missionaries in Africa: The Consfords Return to Ghana
- Baptist Missionary Stories | Daily Blog Updates from the Mission Field
- Bible College for Missions: Training the Next Generation of Gospel Ambassadors
- Big Heart, Small Town: Where Our Mission Begins
- Bonnie Surrendered to Missions: A Heart for Ghana
- Book by Joe Consford – Release August 28, 2025 | Missionary Stories & Humor
- Boots on the Ground: Christian Missions in West Africa (and Why a Hardware Store is Helping)
- Central Baptist Church Center Texas Is at the Heart of Our Missionary Work
- Christian Missionary Testimonies That Still Stir Hearts for the Mission Field
- Christian Missionary Testimonies: Missionary on Fire Stories That Strengthen Faith
- Consfords – Missionaries to West Africa | consfords.com
- Discovering Central Baptist Church Center, TX — A Church With a Heart for Missions
- Evangelism in West Africa: Spreading Light One Partnership at a Time
- Faith-Based Storytelling Podcast: Missionary on Fire Stories That Stir Faith
- Family Missionary Stories: Adventures That Inspire and Uplift
- Following God’s Call | Missions with the Consfords
- Following the Call: A Christian Family Missions Blog That Shares Real Faith in Action
- From San Augustine to the Nations: World-Wide Missions from a Small Town
- Hope of Africa | Changing Lives Through Biblical Education
- How to Prepare for a Missions Trip: Your Ultimate How-To Guide
- How to Witness with Gospel Tracts (Without Freaking Anyone Out)
- How You Can Be Part of Missionary Support in Africa – A Life-Changing Investment
- Joe Consford Author Biography | Missionary, Storyteller, and Author
- Joe Consford Interviewed on the Thrive Time Show with Clay Clark
- Joe Consford: Missionary Story Author with a Purpose
- Life as a Missionary Family in Ghana: Faith, Culture, and Community
- Midwest Christian Boys Football Camp | Life-Changing Preaching for Young Men
- Missionary History Story Telling That Keeps the Fire Alive
- Missionary Life in Ghana: Daily Blog from West Africa | Consfords.com
- Missionary on Fire | What It Is and Why It Exists | Joe Consford
- Missionary Stories – True, Funny, and Inspiring Tales from West Africa
- Missionary Stories by Joe Consford – Now Available for Preorder!
- Missionary Stories From the Field – Faith, Fire, and the Cost of the Gospel
- Missionary Stories from the Mission Field That Still Ignite Faith Today
- Missionary Stories from West Africa: Faith, Fun, and Adventure
- Missionary Stories: Missionary on Fire Episodes That Strengthen Faith
- Missionary Video Interviews: Missionary on Fire Stories You Can Watch
- Missionary Work in Ghana With a Heart for West Africa | Life-Changing Adventures
- Missions in America | A Journey to the Navajo Nation
- Missions in Croatia: The Inspiring Journey of Sam Ward
- Missions to Africa: Laughing, Loving, and Living on Purpose
- Partnering with Mission Uttermost – Support Aaron McCullough’s Ministry
- Planting Hope: Mission Work in Takoradi Ghana with the Consford Family
- Planting Hope: Mission Work in Takoradi, Ghana with the Ruckmans and the Consfords
- Preparing for a Missions Trip: A Complete Planning Guide
- Returning to the Mission Field: The Journey Back to Ghana
- Storyteller Joe Consford
- The Amanda Ranch a Place to Reset | A Story of Healing, Rest, and Hope
- The Power of Missionary Stories: Inspiring Faith and Fueling the Church
- Using Gospel Tracts in Your Everyday Life
- Veteran Missionary Interviews | Missionary on Fire
- Veteran Missionary Interviews That Preserve Wisdom and Fire
- Veteran Missionary Interviews: Missionary on Fire Wisdom That Lasts
- What Happened at the 1976 Pastor’s School? | Bob Hughes | Missionary on Fire
- Who is Joe Consford?
- Why Missionary Stories Still Matter in 2025
- Why Missionary Support Letters Matter – Join the Consfords in Ghana
- Why Short Term Missions Matters: Making a Global Impact One Trip at a Time
- World-Wide Missions Outreach with Ron Middleton Missions Outreach: Big Hearts, Bigger Impact
- 🛍️ East Texas Treasure Hunt: Why “Sale on the Trail” Is the Garage Sale Olympics
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- A Busy Day!!!
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- A Day at the House
- A Day at the House – Monday 04/08/24
- A Day at the Ocean
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- A Day Full of Adventure – Monday 04/15/24
- A Day in Busua: Evangelism, Ocean Breezes, and Sweet Memories
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- A Day of Preparation
- A Day of Rest Before The Busy Schedule
- A Day With Bro. Sammy
- A Debt We Can Pay | Romans 1:14-16 | Missions Conference
- A Few Week Update
- A Fun Day
- A Fun Day!!!
- A Good Day
- A Good Day and a Big Surprise!Missionary Field Training Immersion | Fante Class, Prayer Card Work, and a Surprise ReunionA Good Day and a Big Surprise!
- A Good Day at the House
- A Good Sunday!!!
- A Great Day in Church!
- A Great Day of Adventure
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- A Great Sunday
- A Great Sunday!!!
- A Hot Day, New Dresses, and Familiar Faces in Takoradi
- A Little More Study and Finals
- A Long Night and a Busy Day
- A Long, Busy Day
- A Missionary Life Experience in Ghana: A Day at the OceanA Day at the Ocean!!!
- A Missionary Road Trip Full of Blessings
- A Nice, Relaxing Day
- A Normal Day
- A Puzzling Day.
- A Relaxing Day at Home
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- A Smooth Sunday
- A Sunday Full of Fellowship and Memories in Takoradi
- A visit to Shama, a Haircut, and a Delicious Supper
- Adventure Day!!!
- Adventures
- Adventures in the City!!!
- Adventures with Pastor Kenney
- All Rested Up!!!
- Amanda Ranch | Good Friends | A Hard Week on Deputation
- An Action-Packed Friday
- An Early Start to a Long Day
- An Overall GREAT Day – Friday, April 12, 2024
- An Unexpected Day of Rest
- An Unforgettable Navajo Mission Trip Experience
- Anniversary Sunday!!!
- Another Big Study Day!!!
- Another Busy but Good Day
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- Another Busy Day at the Church 05/02/24
- Another busy several weeks!
- Another Busy Sunday
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- Another Day
- Another Day – Wednesday, March 20, 2024
- Another Day Disconnected from the World
- Another Day of Activities
- Another Day of Bachelorhood
- Another Day of Bible Institute Saturday, April 6
- Another Friday in the Books: A Mission Field Learning Experience in Ghana
- Another Fun, Busy Day – Friday, March 22, 2024
- Another Good Day in Ghana
- Another Good Sunday, March 24, 2024
- Another Great Day Spending Time with the Other Missionary Families
- Another Great Day with Dad
- Another Great Sunday
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- Another Great Sunday!!!
- Another Long Day of Bible Institute
- Another Profitable Day Around the House 4/30/24
- Another Really Busy Day at Bible Institute – Saturday 04/13/24
- Another Sick Day
- Another Slow Day at the House
- Another Smooth Sunday 04/28/24
- Another Step in Our Missionary Deputation Journey Back to Ghana
- Another Sunday in the Books
- Another Sunday in the Books
- Another Wonderful Sunday
- Answer to Prayer on the Flight
- Arrival in Mexico
- Arrival in Takoradi
- August 2025 Prayer Letter
- Author Joe Consford on the Thrivetime Show
- Back to Bible Institute!
- Back to Fante
- Back to School
- Back to Takoradi
- Back to Work
- Best Deputation Practices: Lessons from a Week on the Road
- Beyond Their Power – Highlights from Central Baptist Church’s Missions Conference
- Bible Institute
- Bible Institute
- Bible Institute – Thursday, March 21, 2024
- Bible Institute 05/18/24
- Bible Institute and Discipleship 05/04/24
- Bible Institute and Errands
- Bible Institute and Evangelism
- Bible Institute and Evangelism 05/16/24
- Bible Institute and Some things Around the House
- Bible Institute and Valentines Banquet Preparation
- Bible Institute, Lawn Work, and Studying 04/18/24
- Bible Institute, Soccer, and Lights Out – Thursday, March 28
- Bible Institute, Yard Work, Graduation 05/23/24
- Birthday
- Blizzard in Milwaukee | Deputation Excitement | Consford Chronicles
- Busy Day – Saturday, March 23, 2024
- Busy Day of Bible Institute
- Busy Day!!!
- Caleb’s Mountain and the City of Refuge – Why God Blesses Us to Bless Others
- Catch-up Day
- Chill Day
- Christian Missionary Internship in Ghana: A Day of Training, Service, and Fellowship on the Field
- Christmas Day
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Fun
- Christmas Greetings from the Consfords
- Clean up around the House
- Cleaning and Church
- Cleaning, Puzzling, Baking, Bible Club
- Dad is Here!
- Day #1 of Missions Conference
- Day #119
- Day #120
- Day #129
- Day #138
- Day #142
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- Day #149
- Day #150
- Day #161
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- Day #2 of Bachelorhood
- Day #2 of Fante Class 04/17/24
- Day #2 of Missions Conference
- Day #201
- Day #216
- Day #220
- Day #3 of Missions Conference
- Day #4, Final Day of Missions Conference
- Day #90
- DAY 100!!! 🎉🎊🎉
- Day Before Dad Arrives
- December 2025 – Prayer Letter- Consfords All Over The World
- Deputation | Consford Chronicles | We have relaunched our blog
- Deputation for a Missionary: Churches, Friends, and New Opportunities
- Dog to the Vet and Work Around the House
- Easter Monday
- Easter Sunday!
- Election Day in Ghana
- Errands and Bible Club
- Errands and Computer Design
- Errands with Dad and a Good Night at the Church
- Evangelism and More
- Experiencing Missionary Life in Africa: Our First Sunday in Ghana
- Experiencing Missionary Life in Ghana: A Day of Visits, Fellowship, and Ministry
- Experiencing Missionary Life in Ghana: A Full Sunday on the Field
- Experiencing Missionary Life in Ghana: A Quiet Day Before a Busy Week
- Experiencing Missionary Life Overseas: Language School, Bible Training, and a Stormy Day in Ghana
- Fante and Adventures
- Fante and Adventures
- Fante and Lawn Work
- Fante and More Studying 05/28/24
- Fante and Rest
- Fante and Shopping
- Fante and Studying
- Fante and Studying 05/01/24
- Fante and Studying 05/22/24
- Fante and Work around the House
- Fante Class and Errands 05/21/24
- Fante Class and Rest
- Fante Class and Revival
- Fante Class and Video and Computer Work
- Fante, Errands, and Church
- Fante, Rest, and Church 06/12/24
- Father’s Day and Naming Ceremony
- February 2026 Prayer Letter | Print and Share for Your Church
- Final Finals!!!
- Final Leg of the Journey
- Finally Made It to Cape Coast!!!
- Finals 05/30/24
- Finals are coming! 😬
- Finals Are Over!!
- First Day of 2024
- First Day of Bachelorhood
- First Day of Break
- First Day of Missions Conference in Ouagadougou
- First Day With the Ruckmans Back
- First Leg of the Trip
- First Leg of the Trip Home
- First Sunday with the Ruckmans Back
- Flight to Accra – Trusting God with Every Connection
- Following God Fully
- Forgotten Names | Mathew Chapter 1
- Free Day!!!
- From Frozen to Heatwave | Deputation Trail News | Consford Chronicles
- From Hardware Store to the Harvest Field: Our New Chapter as Missionaries to West Africa
- Gilbert Consford to Ghana
- Gilbert’s Mission Trip to Australia: Delays, Jet Lag, and God’s Perfect Timing
- God Is Working!
- Going Home to Ghana
- Great Services
- Half Way Done
- Happy New Year from Gilbert!
- Headed Home
- House Work and Church
- How Hanukkah Got Started | Daniel Chapter 11
- How Prayer Transforms Our Faith Promise: Learning to Pray from Luke 11
- I Am Back!
- I Will Run the Way of Thy Commandments — A Heart Enlarged for the Great Commission
- I’m Back!!
- It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas!
- It’s Not About Football – Man Camp, Ministry, and Moving Forward
- January Prayer Letter – Deputation Update from the Consfords
- Joe’s Trip to Ghana
- Last Day in Takoradi, Ghana
- Last Day of Camp
- Last Day of Classes before Exams 05/25/24
- Last Day of Ocean Fun
- Last Lessons in Bible Institute Before the Finals
- Last Visa Extension
- Laundry and Sermon Preparation
- Laundry and Work around the House – Friday, March 29, 2024
- Lawn Work
- Lawn Work
- Learning Missions on the Field | Heat, Church Prep, and Evening Service
- Let The Games Begin!!!
- Lights Out and A Good Day at the House 04/29/24
- Lights Out and Bible Institute
- Lights out, Shopping, and Adventuring
- Little tasks around the House and Church
- March 2026 Prayer Letter | Print, Share, and Pray with the Consfords
- Memorial Day!
- Men’s Conference and Sermon on the Radio
- Mexico City Missions Trip | Filming Ministry Work Inside One of the Largest Urban Churches | Gilbert Consford
- Mission Field Experience Ghana: A Day of Unexpected Lessons on the Mission Field
- Mission Field Learning Christian Ministry – A Full Sunday on the Field
- Mission Field Learning Cross Cultural Training: A Busy Day of Language, Ministry, and Growth
- Mission Field Learning Internship: A Full Sunday of Church, Ministry, and Lessons in Ghana
- Mission Field Learning Overseas Ministry – A Day of Evangelism in Ghana
- Mission Field Learning Overseas Ministry – Four Weeks into Ghana
- Mission Field Learning Program Africa – Week Three at Bible Institute in Ghana
- Mission Field Training Experience in Ghana: Visa Papers, Ministry Errands, and Ordinary Lessons
- Mission Field Training Experience on the Days Nothing Goes as Planned
- Mission Trip to the Navajo Nation – Day One with Bible Tracts Inc.
- Missionary Adventure with the Consfords: A New Chapter Begins
- Missionary Daily Life Christian Ministry: Fante Class and First Evangelism in Ghana
- Missionary Daily Life Cultural Learning: Language Class, Bible Institute, and a Busy Week in Ghana
- Missionary Daily Life in Ghana: Gilbert’s First Fante Language Lesson
- Missionary Daily Life Learning Experience: A Rest Day Before a Busy Week on the Field
- Missionary Daily Life Ministry Immersion: A Candlelit Youth Meeting in Ghana
- Missionary Daily Life Ministry Training: Bible Institute Orientation
- Missionary Daily Life Missions Exposure: A Full Day of Ministry and Bible Institute Training in Ghana
- Missionary Daily Life on the Mission Field: A Second Sunday Serving in Ghana
- Missionary Daily Life on the Mission Field: One Week Living in GhanaFirst Full Week in Ghana!!!
- Missionary Daily Life Overseas Experience: Loading a Transport and Serving in Ghana
- Missionary Daily Life Service Opportunity: A Busy Day Preparing for Ministry in Ghana
- Missionary Field Training in Ghana: Sound Booths | Baptism | The Quiet Work of Sunday
- Missionary Field Training Real Ministry Experience | A Sunday Serving in Ghana
- Missionary Field Training Service Experience in Ghana | Language Lessons, Heavy Tile, and Ordinary Ministry
- Missionary Internship Cultural Experience: Markets, Ministry, and a Full Day in Ghana
- Missionary Internship Cultural Experience: Visiting Old Friends and Making New Ones in Ghana
- Missionary Internship Discipleship Experience: Sweat, Service, and Salvation in Ghana
- Missionary Internship for Ministry Students: A Day of Fante, Bible Institute, and Gospel Burden
- Missionary Internship for Ministry Training: Learning Fante, Living Simply, and Growing in Ghana
- Missionary Internship for Young Adults: A Rainy Wedding Day on the Mission Field
- Missionary Internship in Ghana — First Full Day on the Field
- Missionary Internship in Ghana: Learning Ministry One Ordinary Sunday at a Time
- Missionary Internship Journey in Ghana: The First Day Without FamilyFirst Day Without Parents and Siblings for the Next Year
- Missionary Internship Learning Experience in Ghana: A Day of Study, Service, and Fellowship
- Missionary Internship Ministry Exposure in Shama, Ghana Through Drone Work and Real Ministry
- Missionary Internship Missions Learning Experience: Language School, Bible Institute, and a Spider Story
- Missionary Internship Serving in Ghana – Preparing for a Church Wedding and Ministry Work
- Missionary Life Field Experience Ghana – A Busy Week of Ministry, Storms, and Church
- Missionary Life Serving on the Field: A Full Day at Bible Institute in Ghana
- Missionary on Fire YouTube Playlist | New Interviews, Episodes & Books
- Missionary Service Experience Ghana: Six Weeks of Work, Worship, and New Friendships
- Missionary Service Learning Experience in Ghana Wedding Week | Consfords Chronicles
- Missionary Service Mission Field Experience: Wedding Weekend Ministry in Ghana
- Missionary Stories by Joe Consford: A Week of Blessings, Milestones, and Moving Forward
- Missions Conference at Clinton IL
- Missions Conferences from Texas to New York
- Missions Internship Field Experience: The Quiet Lessons of an Ordinary Day in Ghana
- Missions Internship for Christian Service: A Pre-Wedding Paint Job in Ghana
- Missions Internship in Ghana: A Wedding Day That Felt Like Family
- Missions to the Southwest: Navajo & Zuni Nation Outreach with Gilbert and Bonnie
- Monday in Takoradi, Ghana – A Day of Friendship, Faith, and Forward Vision
- More Ocean Fun!!!
- More Studying!
- Naming Ceremony Sunday
- Navajo Mission Trip Work Day: Paint Scrapers, Tacos & a Fiery Sunset
- Navajo Nation Mission Trip: Mountains, Miracles & Marathon Soul-Winning
- New Book Announcement – Fellowship, Fried Steak, and Mission Stories from the Consfords
- New Mexico Adventures | Deputation Trail | Consford Chronicles
- New Year’s Eve!!!
- Next Book | Missionary on Fire
- Nimrod in the Bible | 1 Chronicles 1 | The Mighty Hunter Before the Lord
- No Power
- No Power and Errands
- Normal Morning Service and Surprise Evening Service
- November 2025 Mission Trip to Ghana
- November 2025 Prayer Letter — God Is Still Working in Ghana
- Ocean Fun 05/06/24
- Ocean Fun Day #2 05/07/24
- October 2025
- On the Road for the Lord: Our Baptist Missionary Deputation Travels Across Texas and Beyond
- Operation Find Mower Blade and Cutting the Grass at the Church
- Packing and More
- Paint Shopping and Evangelism with Dad
- Persistant Prayer | Keep Knocking: Lessons on Prayer from Luke 18
- Philippines Medical Missions | Danny Consford | Update 1
- Philippines Medical Missions | Danny Consford | Update 2
- Philippines Medical Missions | Danny Consford | Update 3
- Philippines Medical Missions | Danny Consford | Update 4
- Philippines Medical Missions | Danny Consford | Update 5
- Philippines Medical Missions | Danny Consford | Update 6
- Poutine, Penmanship, and the Point of No Return
- Pre-Order the New Book By Joe Consford – That’s My Goat – And Other Missionary Stories
- Preaching in Kansaroado
- Preparing for the Ruckmans’ Return
- Project Finished and Supper with the Kenneys
- Raising Support to Return to Ghana – Consfords on the Road
- Reading, Evangelism, Bible Club, Studying
- Recovery Day
- Returning from Ghana to Texas
- Rio Rancho Missions Conference
- Safely in Accra
- Second Leg of the Trip
- September Prayer Letter 2025
- Sermon Preparation
- Sermon Preparation, Cleaning, and Exercising
- Serving on the Mission Field in Ghana | During an Early Start Busy Day
- Serving on the Mission Field Internship: A Day of Bible Institute Training: Another Great Day of Bible Institute
- Serving on the Mission Field Learning Program in Ghana
- Serving on the Mission Field Training Through Weddings and Work in Ghana
- Shopping and House Projects
- Shopping and Resting
- Shopping, Dentist, and Bible Club 05/10/24
- Sick Day
- Slow Morning, Busy Afternoon
- Slow Morning, Busy Afternoon
- Slow Morning, Busy Evening
- Slow Morning, Busyish Afternoon
- Some Tooth Trouble
- Starting the Trip Back Home
- Starting the Trip to Ghana
- Study and a Bit More Study
- Study Day 04/19/24
- Study, Bible Institute, and Work around the Church
- Study, Evangelism, and Bible Club 05/31/24
- Study, Evangelism, Bible Club 05/24/24
- Study, Rest, Evangelism, and Bible Club – Friday, April 5
- Study, Study, Study!
- Studying and Church
- Sunday After Finals
- Test Day at Bible Institute
- Thanksgiving Fun!!!
- The Road Back to AfricaJuly 23, 2025 | Missionary Adventure Blog | consfords.com
- The Sons of Zadok: Faithful When Others Fell Away
- The Start to a Busy Few Days
- Third Missions Conference in The Past Few Weeks
- Thursday, December 28 – Day #3 of Camp
- Travel and Fun
- Trip from Accra to Takoradi – Safe Arrival and a Lesson in Patience
- Try-to-Get-Better Day
- Tuesday, December 26 – Day #1 of Camp
- Tuesday, June 18th – Another Day of Projects. Day #300!
- Underseas Cable Damage
- Update on College Life
- Valentine Banquet
- Video of the Orphanage Building
- Village Evangelism
- Visa Extension and Sermon
- Visiting Church Building Projects and Resting at the House
- Walking Together on Our Missionary Deputation Journey
- Washington, D.C. | Sightseeing Marathon | Amazing History
- Water Problems, Power Problems, and a Haircut 😬
- WE MADE IT!!!
- Wednesday, December 27 – Day #2 of Camp
- Week #1 of College
- Week #2 and 3
- Week #4
- Work Around the House
- Work Around the House – Monday, March 25, 2024
- Work at the Church and Bible Club 05/17/24
- Working with Pastor Dare
- Youth Missions Trip to Arizona: Days 5–7 of Our Adventure
- Youth Rally and Revival
- Zuni Reservation Mission Trip Finale: Birthday Blessings, Barking Dogs & Golden Eagles
- 🎉 My Book Is Live – And It’s Laura’s Birthday! 🎉
