Korean Democracy
Monday, August 31 2009
Korean Democracy
Gene Matthews
Earlier this month, Kim Dae Jung, former president of South Korea, passed away. He is most remembered for his efforts to promote peace between North and South Korea, for which he received the Nobel Peace Prize. But in his earlier days, Kim Dae Jung was an enemy of the state. In the 1960s and 70s Korea was ruled by military dictators, and Kim Dae Jung spoke out for democracy. He and other dissidents got help from an unlikely source, foreign missionaries.
These missionaries went to Korea to spread the word of God. But many found themselves fighting the government oppression they witnessed. Gene Matthews was raised in a small town in Iowa. Gene thought he'd grow up to be a farmer. But he felt a calling to serve. Dick talks to Gene about smuggling documents, ministering to victims of torture, and finally, being invited back to South Korea as a hero.
Lessons from a Master
Chris Nissen
Chris Nissen was an art school student trying to establish himself as an artist, and not having a lot of luck. One day Chris and his art school friends were out searching for landscapes to paint, when they realized they were near the home of the famous, but publicity-shy artist, Andrew Wyeth. They decided to take a chance and knocked on his door. The door opened for only a few seconds, but that short exchange would be the beginning of an adventure that shaped Chris' entire career. Chris talks with Dick about the life lesson he learned from Andrew Wyeth.
- Learn more about Chris' art
- Learn more about Andrew Wyeth
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