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Afraid of Failing God? 3 Truths to Remember About Our Weakness and His Grace
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Today I come before you with much heaviness in my heart. As I continued my Bible reading in 2 Samuel, I was confronted with both joy and sadness. At first, I was deeply encouraged by David’s humility, his tender heart before the Lord, and the way he always sought God’s guidance before making decisions.…
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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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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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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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Afraid to Share Your Calling? Here’s What God Is Teaching Me
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“Commit everything you do to the Lord. Trust him, and he will help you.” — Psalm 37:5 (NLT) Tonight, I found myself sitting with a question I’ve been carrying quietly in my heart: What should I write about today? There’s so much I could say. So many moments, lessons, and answered prayers I want to…
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One Faithful Day at a Time: Building a Routine Anchored in Christ
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“Look straight ahead, and fix your eyes on what lies before you. Mark out a straight path for your feet; stay on the safe path.” – Proverbs 4:25-26 NLT Today marks the first official day of my sabbatical. For the first time in years, I woke up not needing to clock in for work.…
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The Giver’s Heart: Trusting the Portion God Has Given You
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“Divide the land among the tribes, and distribute the grants of land in proportion to the tribes’ populations, as indicated by the number of names on the list.” – Numbers 26:53 (NLT) This morning, I finished rereading the book of Numbers, and it reminded me why I love going back to the Old Testament—especially now,…