There’s something humbling about an empty table. As a discipleship leader, you set the table with care—meticulously preparing your lessons, sharing heartfelt messages, and making space for others to grow in their faith. But often, the table remains empty. Sometimes, people show up; most of the time, they won’t. It’s exhausting. You pour your heart […]
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The Lord visited Sarah as He had said, and the Lord did to Sarah as He had promised. -Genesis 21:1- This verse says a lot about God fulfilling a promise in the life of Abraham and Sarah. This is like the culmination of their very long season of waiting on God for Isaac. As I
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Hello, everyone! How are you doing today? I hope you’re finding time for yourself, even in the hustle and bustle of life. Today, I’m excited to share a book that has given me a fresh perspective—Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life. This Ikigai book review is more than just a summary;
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I came across this message in my morning reading: In life, “who you are” is not the issue. What really matters is “whose you are.” It made me stop in my tracks. I’ve spent a lot of time, as I’m sure many of us have, trying to figure out who I am—shaping myself, measuring myself
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Yesterday, I visited our ancestral home and came across an old keyboard piano. It reminded me of my younger years—back when I used to play in church, for my family, and whenever I just wanted to relax and sing. There was a joy in those moments, a sense of calm and purpose that filled each
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Once upon a time, in a small pottery village, a Master Potter was molding a simple piece of clay. As he shaped it into a pot, he whispered to the clay, “There are five things you must know before you can live a life of purpose and become the masterpiece I envision you to be.
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Sarah’s stomach drops as she sees the email from her boss. It’s a meeting request, out of the blue. Her mind races. Did she mess up? Is she in trouble? This job is her lifeline, and the thought of losing it makes her feel sick. Worry keeps her up at night, and even small things
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How often have you found yourself caught in the relentless pursuit of more? More success, more money, more possessions, more achievements. More, more, more. But, have you ever stopped and wondered, what if less is more? Reflect on this thought as we explore the profundity of a simple life. I Choose Contentment Over Constant Craving
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Have you ever paused to ponder how the clutter in your physical surroundings mirrors the chaos in your mind and heart? Reflect on this quote, “When you simplify life, you make room not just in your home but also in your heart.” I Value Quality Over Quantity The first step in simplifying life is to
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How often do you find yourself chasing after the next big thing, the next success, or the next purchase, only to feel a temporary high before the inevitable deflation sets in? This quote invites us to contemplate: “The true joy of life lies in the simplicity of moments, not in the complexity of possessions.” I
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