Tag Archives: bible

First day in August 2025, Friday

Posted on August 1, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Lectio Divina on Psalm 90By TaeHun Yoon 1. Basic Prayer in SilenceBefore I began, I prayed with all my being: Opening Prayer – “Prayer for a New Heart” by Dag Hammarskjöld (Mt. 5:8) “Thou who art over us,Thou who art … Continue reading →

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“There Is No Race Within Faith” – Parsonage Letter (For the Sake of Beauty, Story Seven, 2001), WanHee Yoon

Posted on August 1, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Our family has shared over almost two decade of life in faith with people of different races and ethnicities. When my husband was first ordained and began his ministry, we served in a predominantly white, Dutch-American church. The love and … Continue reading →

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Lectio Divina ; Thursday, July 31, 2025

Posted on July 31, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Lectio Divina on Psalm 89By TaeHun Yoon 1. Basic Prayer in Silence (Silent Preparation): I entered into stillness. Sitting quietly, I closed my eyes and took three deep breaths. My shoulders dropped. My heart slowed. In my imagination, I walked … Continue reading →

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Lectio Divina ; Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Posted on July 30, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Sacred Text: Psalm 88 Opening Prayer — A Cry for a New Heart I sit quietly, my hands resting in stillness. I offer this prayer, drawn from the longing of the heart: “O Thou who art over us, Thou who … Continue reading →

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Lectio Divina on July 29, 2025

Posted on July 29, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Sacred Text: Psalm 87 1. Silencio – Entering the Stillness I quietly sit on my chair. I breathe deeply—three slow breaths— drawing stillness into my body, peace into my soul. Then, I whisper: “Oh, come, let us sing to the … Continue reading →

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“A Dream of a Believer” – A Letter from the Parsonage (For the Sake of Beauty, Story Four, 2001) by WanHee Yoon

Posted on July 29, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Among the members of our church, there is a person who lives far from the church yet remains deeply committed to a life of faith. She has always been more diligent than anyone in attending services, receiving pastoral visits, and … Continue reading →

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“The Festival of Lake Gennesaret” – A Pastoral Letter (For the Sake of Beauty, Second Story, 2001) by WanHee Yoon

Posted on July 27, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

That night, their boat drifted across the lake in darkness. Under a full moon high in the sky, the lake lay still—as if even the breath of waterfowl could be heard—and only the sound of empty waves lapping against the … Continue reading →

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Let go of what needs to be let go.” – Letter from the parsonage (11), Wan Hee Yoon

Posted on July 26, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

One of the most difficult things after becoming a Christian seems to be letting go of the past. Unless we clean out our past and discard what needs to be discarded, our former habits, hobbies, behaviors, and tendencies will continue … Continue reading →

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“In the End, We Shall Return to Dust” – A Pastoral Letter(For the Sake of Beauty, First Story, 2001) by WanHee Yoon

Posted on July 26, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

This year, I have found myself attending more funerals, as several neighbors have suddenly passed away. The news of someone who seemed perfectly fine just hours before suddenly dying hits like a bolt of lightning, leaving me in disbelief. The … Continue reading →

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“Treasure in an Earthen Vessel” – Letter from the Parsonage (13 of Faith Blueprint), Wan Hee Yoon

Posted on July 24, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

A few days ago, I came across a heartbreaking article in the newspaper. It reported that a young OB-GYN doctor had been arrested by the police for illegal medical practices. The article claimed he had placed advertisements for abortion services … Continue reading →

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