"That’s My Goat!" and Other Missionary Stories: Misadventures, Miracles, and Missionary Life in West Africa by Joe Consford What happens when a Texas missionary family trades small-town life for the unpredictable, often chaotic, but always unforgettable world of West Africa? You get snake-filled garages, surprise weddings, near-death escapes, and enough cultural misunderstandings to keep you laughing and wide-eyed until the last page. In "That’s My Goat!" and Other Missionary Stories , Joseph Consford invites you into the real-life adventures he and his family experienced while serving in Ivory Coast and Ghana. These are not polished travel brochures; they are honest, funny, and sometimes dangerous tales of faith, friendship, and God’s grace in the middle of the unexpected. From dodging bandits and battling black mambas to sharing the gospel with village kings, each story captures the beauty, humor, and challenges of missionary life. Woven throughout are moments of deep spiritual truth, reminders that God’s protection and provision are just as real today as they were in Bible times. Whether you are a missionary, a churchgoer, or simply someone who loves a good adventure, this book will make you laugh, gasp, and maybe even tear up. Above all, it will leave you encouraged to trust God, no matter where He sends you. Inside you will find: True missionary stories from over a decade in West Africa - Cultural surprises, close calls, and lessons learned the hard way - Humor and heart woven into every chapter - A renewed appreciation for God’s presence in the middle of life’s chaos If you have ever wondered what missionary life is really like, or you just need a fresh reminder that God shows up in the most unlikely places, this book is for you.