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How to Start a Meaningful Quiet Time With God Through Journaling (Tips and Encouragement)
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This morning, while having my quiet time, I found myself smiling as I wrote my prayers to God. My heart was filled with gratitude for all the changes He has been making in my life. It was such a joyful moment—simply knowing that I get to meet Him daily, write to Him, and talk…
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What Does It Take to Build a Small Group? 3 Lessons from My Journey in Discipleship
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There are seasons in our walk with God when He places a burden on our hearts—something we can’t ignore no matter how much we try to push it aside. For the past months, that burden for me has been discipleship and small groups in our church. For the past years, I’ve been facilitating our…
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Is Jesus Truly Lord in Your Life? 3 Practical Ways to Live in Obedience
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Over the past week, I’ve been continuing my quiet time in the Old Testament. I am now in 1 Samuel, and one theme has been standing out to me so strongly: the repeated disobedience of Israel. Time after time, God’s people turned away from Him. Time after time, they cried out for help when…
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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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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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From Fear to Faith: Choosing the Path That Honors God
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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 (NIV) Today, I found myself wrestling—again—with the question: Where should I stay during my sabbatical? To be completely honest, if fear wasn’t in the picture, my answer would be simple: I’d stay at…
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Choose to Be the Light
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This week, a workmate shared something that caught me off guard—news of my resignation had quietly made its way around the office. And not because I was transferring to another company, but because I was choosing to take a break. One person even commented, with a hint of awe, “She’s not moving to another…
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Show up Anyway
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Today, I didn’t really know what to write about. No particular insight or grand idea came to mind—but I still chose to sit down and write. Why? Because I want to keep the habit going. I want to honor the commitment I’ve made to journal, reflect, and show up daily. This simple rhythm has…
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The Spirit Is Willing, But the Flesh Is Weak
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Lately, I’ve been trying to live each day with intention—bearing fruit, walking in kindness, becoming more like Christ in my actions and words. I strive to reflect God’s goodness in the way I speak, the way I carry myself, and the way I respond to others—especially in my workplace. I’ve been learning to be…