In the Bible, God makes it clear as to what He requests of us: To help others, to give and not take, to be filled with and show grace, and to love.

Some do this on a personal level by caring for their children, making time for devotion and prayer, or spending time with loved ones. Others do so locally by helping in soup kitchens, donating to church projects or helping clothe children in the winter.

Then there are those that hear a calling to go abroad, helping disciple to those who have yet to truly know and accept Jesus as their Savior.

Royal native Ethan Batschelet and his wife, Ashley...