But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it, we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself.
Philippians 3:20-21, ESV
About
Hi! My name is Devon, and I’m just a pilgrim longing for the Day of the revealing of the sons of God and the redemption of our bodies. Meanwhile, I’m privileged to serve in the Middle East with Frontier Alliance International and regularly contribute to their article library at FAI Publishing and THE WIRE news service.
“Oranopolitan” serves as the main repository of my work.
I hope that these books, articles, and podcasts are useful and encouraging to you.
All the best!
Books
I’m a contributing author in
THE ULTIMATE CONQUEST:
REFLECTIONS ON THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF HUDSON TAYLOR
and
WONDER, WITNESS, AND WAR:
EXALTING CHRIST IN CONFLICT ZONES
The Ultimate Conquest
Written as a companion piece to FAI’s seventh film (THE FRONTIER), The Ultimate Conquest is an intimate look at these pioneers’ lives and a gripping exploration of the privilege and the cost of laboring on the remaining fields of unreached and unengaged people groups. It brings to life the incredible story of Hudson Taylor and the China Inland Mission concerning its impact on the Frontier Alliance International family. Apart from Scripture, no single individual has played a more influential role in forming the vision and values of FAI than Taylor and the China Inland Mission.
Frontier Alliance International invites you into the heart of China to encounter one of the greatest visionary pioneers in history; what convictions drove Hudson Taylor, what values shaped his own family and organization, and how we can glean from the legacies and strategies of those who’ve gone before us as we carry this great and holy task in our own generation—the proclamation of the Gospel of the Kingdom in every tribe, tongue, people, and nation.
Wonder, Witness, and War
As the world grapples with escalating crises and humanitarian needs on scales unseen since the Second World War, the Body of Jesus worldwide must evaluate how we responsibly steward and bear the name of the “Servant of all”—we must ask how we can engage strategically and faithfully, to best serve as “light” and “salt” to a dark and dying world—so that the Lord of all would be known to every tribe, every tongue, and every people group. An unprecedented crisis has created unprecedented opportunities.
In this compilation of essays by FAI Relief field personnel, Wonder, Witness, and War explores the responsibility upon believers, our opportunities to engage the crises, and the unique fellowship found with Jesus on the blood-stained soil of the frontier.
The harvest is plentiful. The laborers are few. And the doors are open. There are no closed countries.
Podcasts
It has been a privilege to be a guest on these podcast episodes.
FAI Podcasts
Russia and the Middle East, Wire Podcast Guest | March 13, 2022
The Roots of Rage, Part I, Wire Podcast Guest | June 8, 2021
Syrian War Crimes Tribunal, Wire Podcast Guest | July 15, 2020
Other Podcasts
Israel, Islam, and the End of the Age, Apocalyptic Gospel Podcast Guest | October 6, 2021
The Wonderful Story of Esther with Devon Phillips, James Bejon, and Steven Wedgeworth, Alastair’s Adversaria Podcast Guest | March 25, 2021
Digital Articles
General
Sisterhood of the Serpent-Crushers
Biblical Calendar Series
Trumpets, Remembrance, and the Sign of the Son of Man: A Meditation on Rosh Hashanah
Jonah, Justice, and Mercy that Covers: A Meditation on Yom Kippur
Booths and Living Water: A Meditation on Sukkot
Hanukkah: Flames that Don’t Consume, and An All-Consuming Fire
Happy Birthday to the Trees: A Meditation on Tu BiShevat
Universe Reversed: A Meditation on Purim
Pharaoh, Firstborns, and Fragrance: A Meditation on Passover
Ending Exile: A Meditation on Shavuot
Repentance and Belovedness: Meditations for the Month of Elul
مقالات باللغة العربية
News
The FAI Wire News Service, The Wire Podcast, and Eternity publications serve to inform readers across the globe of events in the Middle East as they unfold.
The FAI Wire
Russia and the Middle East | March 4, 2022
Nightmares of a Nuclear Neighbor | January 7, 2022
Roots of Rage, Part 3: Amalek, Antisemitism, and Anti-Zionism | November 5, 2021
Riots Break Out in Beirut | October 14, 2021
Roots of Rage, Part 2: Oslo, International Law, and a War of Words | August 6, 2021
Roots of Rage, Part 1: Iran, Sheikh Jarrah, and Al-Aqsa | June 4, 2021
A Spring that Lasted a Decade | May 7, 2021
Dealings with Iran: The Iran Deal and a Way Forward | March 5, 2021
Briefing: Armenian-Azerbaijani Conflict (1914 to Present) | October 1, 2020
Syrian War Crimes Tribunal, Wire Podcast Guest | July 15, 2020
ISIS Sex Slavery Mastermind Sentenced to Death | June 22, 2020
Briefing: The Crisis in Libya | May 27, 2020
Massive Migration as 1.3 Billion Indians Begin Coronavirus Lockdown |
March 31, 2020
Man Dies in Landmine Explosion in Iraqi Kurdistan | March 21, 2020
While War Rages, Human Traffickers Thrive | February 13, 2020
Anti-Government Protests Escalate in Southern Iraq | October 3, 2019
Syria: An Overview of the Conflict |March 16, 2018
Contact
If you wish to contact Devon for queries, bookings, or hi-hellos, she can be reached at devon@faimission.org.