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How to Live Out the Great Commission: 4 Ways to Share the Gospel Daily
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Yesterday was a full and meaningful day for me. I was blessed to meet with my best friends who were also with me in my early walk with God. Although we now live in different places and serve in different churches because of our current locations, God has been so good to keep us…
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3 Anchors That Will Keep Your Week Aligned with God (No Matter What Happens)
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This morning, I spent time praying and asking God what He wanted me to focus on this coming week. It’s going to be a significant one. I’ll be returning to my hometown as my parents fly back to the Philippines, and I want to be there to welcome them. My best friend is also…
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How I Start My Day with God: My Morning Routine as a Christian Writer (and Why It Matters)
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“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” — Proverbs 16:3 (NIV) For the past month, I have been on a new journey—a sabbatical journey that has not only changed my pace but has deeply reshaped my heart. One of the most precious things the Lord has given me…
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Why I Took a Sabbatical at the Peak of My Career (And 4 Things to Consider Before You Do Too)
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During one of the short breaks we had at the Unplug Retreat, my roommates and I decided to play a card game called Comfort Cards. The deck had different categories—Love, Career, etc.—and we chose to focus on the Career section. Each person took turns answering a prompt from the card. But right when it was…
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Should I Get Baptized Again? A Gentle Reflection on Obedience and the Holy Spirit
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This past weekend, I had the unexpected privilege of joining a Christian retreat called Unplug Retreat. It was advertised during one of the Young Professional services I attended, and since I was newly on sabbatical, I thought I might as well go. But honestly, I almost didn’t. I missed the original registration deadline because I…
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Writing to Serve: 3 Anchors That Keep My Blog Rooted in Christ
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“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” — Ephesians 4:29 (NIV) Today marks the 30th day since I began blogging—and this is my 24th post. It feels surreal to see how…
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God’s Faithfulness in the Wilderness: What My Sabbatical Taught Me About Rest and Provision
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I recently moved into a short-term stay for my sabbatical—a place I found online that already looked peaceful in photos. But when I arrived in person, I was genuinely amazed. It was even more beautiful and relaxing than I expected. And right there in that quiet, cozy space, I felt something strange rise up:…
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Why Your Life Is Never a Waste: The Power of Testimony, Ministry, and Generosity
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“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” – Romans 8:28 (NIV) While unpacking from my recent move, I found myself sitting with a box full of finished journals—pages filled with prayers, thoughts, Scripture, and tears from…
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When God Asks You to Move: The Cost, the Peace, and the Promise
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“Foxes have dens and birds have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head.” — Matthew 8:20 (NLT) Packing Up the Past Just recently, I moved out of the apartment I had been living in near my office. As I wrapped up my clothes, packed my bags, and tidied…
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Running With Purpose: When Everyday Moments Become Ministry
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“So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” — 1 Corinthians 10:31 NLT A Surprising Encounter at the Gym Yesterday morning felt like any ordinary sabbatical day. I followed my usual rhythm—morning walk, Bible reading, quiet time with the Lord, and a good run…