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One man is rarely responsible for a text. I am indebted to those countless teachers, friends, and loved ones who have partnered with me in the shaping of this book. I am but one where they are both many and formative. To all who have participated in the life of Benjamin John Peters, to all who have—if ever so slightly—entered into my journey, I thank you. I am who I am because of you.

To the Marines who died in Iraq, I wake with the burden of honoring your death.

To my professors at seminary who both eagerly and readily taught me the truer meanings of faith and practice.

To my colleagues in Cambodia who extended infinite amounts of grace in an environment riddled with complexity.

To my parents for investing their resources, time, and lifeblood into a quiet, introverted, and, at times, scared boy.

To my wife and children for their bottomless pit of both understanding and support.

To Mike van Mantgem—editor, teacher, and writing confidant—this book is because of you.

To Christian Amondson, a friend who saw and believed, thank you for both your insight and critique. Without you, Through All the Plain would be a lesser book.

To Caitlin Mackenzie for her skillful, subtle, and clarifying edits.

To Cascade Books for taking the time to read a book proposal from an unknown, agent-less author. I am in your debt.