Connections
One quiet morning by the Sea of Galilee, a small group of weary disciples encountered Jesus after His resurrection. “Afterward Jesus appeared again to his disciples, by the Sea of Galilee. It happened this way…” — John 21:1 Simon Peter, still burdened with guilt and uncertainty, said, “I’m going out to fish.” The others followed.…
Sometimes, God opens a door when we least expect it. One ordinary day, I called GoDaddy with a few technical questions. A young woman answered and introduced herself. Her name immediately caught my attention — it was the same as my childhood best friend, someone I’m still close to. I laughed and asked how she…
As Valentine’s Day draws near, hearts everywhere turn toward thoughts of love. When I reflected on its meaning, I was reminded of the timeless book The Five Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman — a renowned author, speaker, and counselor. In his book, he explains that people give and receive love in five unique ways:…
“As Jesus was walking along, He saw a man who had been blind since birth.”— John 9:1 (NLT) Perfectly timed by God, Jesus stopped in front of a man who had lived his entire life in darkness. His disciples, curious as always, asked if the man’s blindness was caused by his own sin or his…
As we approach Thanksgiving week, we find ourselves naturally reflecting on all the reasons we have to be thankful. It’s a time to pause, count our blessings, and embrace the beauty of gratitude. One quote that stands out to me is by Melody Beattie: “Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life.” This simple yet profound statement…
It’s amazing how small, unexpected moments can spark meaningful connections. I was at the nail salon, tucked into a cozy chair, enjoying some quiet time while catching up on my latest book. My Vietnamese friend, Lily, was giving me a fresh coat of polish on my toenails. After finishing, she showed me the latest picture…
A few months ago, a newsletter from a dear friend caught my attention. She shared how she had a conversation with God about a verse that many of us have read countless times but may not fully grasp: “And Mary said, ‘My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.’”— Luke…
A young boy sits at a grand piano, tapping out a simple tune. A mother, eager to encourage her son’s musical journey, took him to a concert by the renowned pianist Paderewski. After settling into their seats, the mother spotted an old friend across the room and wandered down the aisle to say hello. Seizing…
Inge Stein’s early life in Bamberg, Germany, seemed peaceful and idyllic, a Jewish girl growing up in a city that once brimmed with possibility. But everything changed when Adolf Hitler rose to power. At just 10 years old, Inge witnessed the brutal turn of history as Hitler’s regime declared that Jews, both in Germany and…