New years are about optimism. "This year will be better. This year will be different. This year will be successful. This will be my best year! Something will change. I will change." Isn't that the way almost every year begins? And yet, it most often turns out just...
“If I held in my hands the power to eliminate physical pain from the world,” said Dr. Paul Brand, “I would not exercise it.” (Paul Brand & Philip Yancey, The Gift of Pain, p. 219). And what qualifies him to say something so sweeping, so comprehensive? Just think...
Have you ever had the experience of feeling that you are the “odd person out”? You have to attend a professional meeting or something you feel you should attend but would prefer to skip it. But you can’t. You have to attend. Others stand around talking, laughing, and...
Today, 10 October, is World Mental Health Day. I hope this piece may bring encouragement to some. Metaphorically, winter often mirrors life's harshest trials, embodying difficulties, hardships, and moments of despair. It's that time when you might find yourself laid...
Trustability, the cornerstone of strong relationships and personal growth, is built upon the convergence of three essential elements: Habits, Humility, and Honesty. #1 Habits: The Foundation of Trustability Habits are the actions and routines that shape our daily...
In the journey of life, obtaining wisdom is essential. It has been intertwined in all aspects of life and can lead to more incredible blessings and success. Far from mere knowledge, it is the ability to use knowledge productively. While this can be a long process, we...
"Turning wounds into wisdom," can be a liberating thought. It suggests that our pain and challenges can be transformed into valuable lessons and personal growth. It is about taking the complex experiences we encounter, such as emotional wounds, setbacks, or failures,...
Any relationship that does not sustain regular communication is doomed. So how can we move our Christian life forward when communicating with God is not our priority? I’m sure everyone reading this today would like to have regular time with God, but more often than...
Whether it be an insult, unwarranted criticism, malicious gossip, or even physical abuse, we all may experience situations where we feel like we are constantly being stepped upon. When these happen frequently, it is important to note that the fault lies not only with...
One year ago, on May 4, 2022, I had a nightmare of a situation—my mobile phone was stolen! If you are someone like me where a large part of his digital identity and information resides in a mobile phone then you would certainly relate. We have become so attached to...