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“The Rose Uproar”

Just when the roses in the church yard were blooming and fading in lively competition, an unexpected shipment arrived at the church office: 150 rose saplings, accompanied by a single letter. “…These roses of love are a gift, asking you … Continue reading

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“The Wings of Time”

After sending off Christmas—the day we had prepared for and awaited so long—and as we look back on the few remaining days of the year, I pause for a moment to catch my breath after months that felt breathlessly busy. … Continue reading

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“If I Could…” — The Power of a God-Given Dream

“If I could soothe one aching heart,my life would not be in vain.If I could ease one life’s suffering,or calm one soul’s distress,or help one weary robin find its way back to its nest,my life would truly not be in … Continue reading

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“The Glorious Gift of Heaven”

At the news of Your footsteps drawing near,all heaven and earth burst into songs of joy.Across this harsh, frozen land—this empty field—You come again this year, barefoot,over our thorn bushes and wilderness. To those who have never loved,to those who … Continue reading

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After Christmas

Is it truly finished?Or does the real journey begin only now—a long unfolding toward holy openness,toward exodus and release,toward flowing freelywithin the mystery of God? This is the way of Han 한(恨) —not bitterness alone,but suffering remembered before God,wounds neither … Continue reading

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Wedding Anniversary

We had just gathered around the breakfast table and were about to begin our meal when our eldest daughter started rustling around under the table, drawing everyone’s attention. Suddenly she burst out, “Happy Wedding Anniversary!” and handed us a small … Continue reading

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Christmas: Home Coming

After years and yearsof coming back from far away,I see it has always been here. Not as a place, exactly,but as a presence—the kind you walk intowithout noticing the door. We ran our share of hard races,argued the good arguments,kept … Continue reading

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“Those Who Followed the Star”

As Christmas approaches, the whole world seems to turn into a festival. Children, the elderly, young adults, and women alike begin to long for the deep mysteries of this season, setting out on an inner journey to rediscover the sources … Continue reading

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“Current Affairs Commentary”

What a remarkable world we live in. The more I think about it, the more it feels like a miracle. I sit at my desk, tap a few keys on my computer, send an email, and within seconds it reaches … Continue reading

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“Conversation With Our Children II”

Hello everyone. I trust that you have spent the past week in the peace of the Lord. Today, I would like us to take some time to open the door to deeper conversations with our children. How is communication going … Continue reading

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