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“Spiritual Bankruptcy” (Letter from the Parsonage, O Souls That Leap Like Deer, Ninth Story, 1996) © Yoon, Wan-Hee

In the life of faith, there come times when one suddenly faces a state of spiritual bankruptcy.Only a moment ago, I may have seemed to live by faith—comforting others, overcoming trials, and trusting God in all things. Yet suddenly, my … Continue reading →

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“A Life in Which the Holy Spirit Dwells”

A life led by the Holy Spirit overflows with inner strength and joy. In such a life, one feels at every moment that I am no longer the master of myself. God, even now, cherishes my existence—insignificant as I am—and … Continue reading →

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“One Thing I Cannot Let Go”

Last week, an article in the Christian counseling journal Pastoral Care caught my attention. It told the story of a faithful middle-aged Christian man in his fifties, and through it, I came to understand more deeply why, in the book … Continue reading →

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“A Family Legacy”

In recent days, the tragic story of the great American writer Ernest Hemingway’s family has once again stirred the hearts of many. Last week, his only remaining descendant, his granddaughter, died under mysterious circumstances at the young age of 41, … Continue reading →

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“Though Trials Come, I Fear Not” (Letter from the Parsonage, O Souls That Leap Like Deer, Fourth Story, 1994) © Yoon, Wan-Hee

There is a hymn, which says, “Living for Jesus, oh, what peace!” This hymn was written by Dr. Charles F. Weigle after overcoming the greatest trial and suffering of his life. His words have continued to give strength and new … Continue reading →

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In Search of Our Friend

(From the Parsonage Letters, “Those Who Remained in the City,” Story Eleven, 1994) © WanHee Yoon One of the tasks of a parsonage in Queens Village, NY, near Jamaica, is to welcome visitors who may arrive at any time, day … Continue reading →

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“Guinness Book and the Book of Life”

Guinness Book and the Book of Life On Christmas Eve of 1991, Mr. Walter Hudson, age 46, once famed as the heaviest man in the world, passed away of a heart attack. At the time of his death, his weight … Continue reading →

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“Change the Oil”

(Letter from the Parsonage: The People Who Remained in the City, Sixth Story) © WanHee Yoon, 1989 A small postcard arrived. “Do you know? It has already been 90 days since the oil in your 1987 Chrysler was last changed. … Continue reading →

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“Flying a Kite”

(Letter from the Parsonage, Third Story in the ‘Those Who Remained in the City’ series) Guarding the spiritual self within the body is like a kite lifted by the wind. The owner of the kite is God, the string connecting … Continue reading →

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“The Gift”

(Letter from the Parsonage, Second Story in the ‘Those Who Remained in the City’ series) by Wanhee Yoon, 2001 A few days ago, I received truly heartbreaking news. A young man, Daniel, only 22 years old, suffered a sudden heart … Continue reading →

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