Teaching from the Holy Spirit It’s 3:30 a.m., and I’ve been awakened by a lesson from the Holy Spirit. Once again, He has come to me in that half-dream, half-awake state to speak. This morning’s teaching began with the Holy Spirit pointing out something curious about our cat. In the early morning, when my husband or I wake up, even before we move or make a sound, our cat comes right to our faces, purring, as though she somehow knows we’re awake the moment our consciousness leaves the dream world. In that in-between state, the Holy Spirit asked me:

I just got the Blu-ray for The Chosen Season 4, and I’m super excited to dive into it. In Episode 2, there’s a powerful moment when Matthew talks to Gaius, who is overwhelmed by the complications in his life. Matthew shares a profound truth: “My teacher… He makes things simple. Every morning when I wake up, my thoughts and fears are jumbled, but if I just pause for a moment and remember, I only have one thing to do today—follow Him. The rest takes care of itself.” I rejoiced with Matthew in that moment. It deeply resonated with my

From today’s devotional reading: In honor of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, the Harris Poll (a market research company) surveyed American kids to ask what they wanted to do when they grew up. YouTube star ranked number one.  YouTube Star I once dreamed of becoming a YouTube star. It wasn’t just a part of my dream, it was also how I made a living. But deep down, I felt guilty and troubled by the soul-draining nature of this ambition. For a long time, especially before I found Christ, I struggled with envy every time I saw someone

In action Takeaway from Today’s Devotional: 1. Prolonged distraction leads to division, isolation, and destruction. 2. Instead of being idle, I can use moments of waiting—like at an appointment—to call or pray for someone. Thank you, Holy Spirit, for revealing what I need to learn during my current struggles. I’ve been practicing total surrender to God—seeking His guidance in every decision, even in small things like buying a dress. This helps me separate myself from desires that cause pain and distraction, allowing me to focus on what truly matters. However, as a human, I need to see examples of

Lost my center The more time I spend in the quiet, the more I realize how easily I become frazzled. Everything feels like a distraction. From morning till night, my mind rarely settles, constantly jumping from one thing to the next. By the time I notice I’ve lost my center and peace, it’s already too late—my energy is drained, and I slip back into old habits. Whether it’s mindlessly scrolling online or obsessing over unnecessary worries, I find myself pulled away from what truly matters. My Lord, I thank You. I now see Your hand guiding my life each

Living farther from the city has brought a deep sense of peace into my heart. I find real joy in the solitude. It’s funny to look back and see how much I’ve changed. I remember being in my 20s, craving attention, applause, and success. The thought of being away from the crowd was never appealing—it made me feel lonely, like I was missing out. But now, that lifestyle is the last thing I want. The first time I read, *“and to make it your ambition to lead a quiet life and attend to your own business and work with

We had planned to go on a hike to a beautiful lake, but it didn’t happen this weekend, and I felt quite disappointed.  I tend to crave new experiences and exciting activities, while my husband is more of a homebody. He’s perfectly content relaxing on the couch, watching TV, and doing nothing. I think there is no right or wrong, better or worse situations here. It’s just God create us all differently and uniquely. And I believe the fact that we are together is to bring the side that we don’t have. To broaden our way of existing and

Today, we gathered firewood and filled the truck to the brim. It was hard, sweaty work, but I’m loving this new rural life. Getting my hands dirty in nature keeps me grounded and healthy. Later, my husband and I went over our finances and realized we’ve spent far too much this month since moving in. Thankfully, over the years, we’ve built a solid financial system, and as long as we return to it, we know how to get back on track. I thank the Lord for the two and a half years of incredibly money-tight but meaningful RV life.

Today was a busy day. I got up at 5:45 a.m., came home around 7 p.m., and immediately jumped into yard work with my husband. Whenever life speeds up, every fiber of my being feels the tension. It seems almost impossible to maintain a calm and relaxed body and mind when I’m so busy. But is it really impossible? Or is it that I haven’t yet learned how to fully carry God’s peace within me? I choose to believe it’s the latter. Lord, please teach me, show me, and make it clear how to live, especially when life is

Weird Dream I fell in love with a young woman who, despite her emotional immaturity, has an incredibly high IQ and is involved in some secretive research. For reasons I still don’t fully understand, I was intensely drawn to her. I ended up divorcing my husband and moving in with her. But as we spent more time together, I realized I had made a huge mistake. First, I’m not a lesbian, and second, my husband was truly the perfect match for my soul. Now, I feel trapped, filled with regret and fear—and that’s what finally woke me up. Financial

Let him plan my life My grandma is getting quite old, and her body is starting to show various symptoms. Lately, I’ve been feeling a strong pull to return to China and spend more time with my family. I shared these thoughts with my husband last night and mentioned that I’d like to go alone this time. He understands, and this way he can continue working since he can’t do it remotely.  We’ve been together for almost 10 years, and the longest we’ve been apart is just two weeks. Part of me is actually excited about this extended time

My biggest fear right now is losing my passion and energy for life and for God, becoming someone who merely goes through the motions each day. Today, one of the older ladies in my Christian sisterhood turned 80, and she has become an inspiring role model for me, filling me with hope. I never would have guessed she’s 80—her energy feels more like that of a 60-year-old. She connects with and helps others daily. It’s truly beautiful to learn from lifelong followers of Christ. Her experiences and the long journey she has walked hand in hand with God are

This morning’s devotional reading spoke loudly with my soul, and I feel compelled to record the entire message here: Let me show you who you are You think there are different versions of you, some that are better than others. The version you are right now is never the one you want to be. Let’s get to the root of that. For I see deeper; I see you, not segmented versions of you. And I like what I see.  I am in you. I am the one who has made you. The complete you, the whole you, the true

This morning, I woke up with a reminder on my heart: Today is the Sabbath, a day to rest in God’s peace. But oh, how challenging it is! Human nature seems almost wired to resist slowing down, to fight against stillness. It’s as if rest is something I have to earn, or that I’m not deserving of it unless I’m constantly doing something. It’s a strange paradox. Why do we find it so difficult to simply be still and embrace the beauty of doing nothing? I long to experience that profound stillness again—the place where I’ve encountered the best

I still haven’t talked to my husband about any of his recent struggles. I just moved forward with my life, which felt really strange for me. But I know I need to follow the Holy Spirit, and I trust where this is leading. We had lunch together, and I suggested taking the motorcycle out for a joyride in the afternoon. It was our first ride since moving in, and it was wonderful. We both felt so relaxed, and he even cooked dinner tonight. We lit some candles and enjoyed a lovely meal together. It was a simple, perfect day—the

I don’t serve you anymore The biggest takeaway for me from this devotional study is that “We can rest because of who God is, and because in Him, the work is already complete.” After watching the entire story of Moses unfold on TV, it became clear to me that God grants us rest, while only the devil/pharaoh—forces us to toil. It’s as simple as that. Jesus said, “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is comfortable, and My

We choose to remain enslaved I just finished the miniseries Testament: The Story of Moses. It’s amazing how God’s timing is perfect. He knew I was reading this devotional, so He provided me with extra study, which is especially helpful since I’m new to Bible stories. My biggest takeaway is that staying free is much harder than getting free. God could have delivered the Israelites to Canaan in 10 days. But after Moses went up to Mount Sinai, the people created their own god—a golden calf—which broke Moses’ and God’s heart. A 10-day journey became 40 years, not because

Seeing Through God’s Eyes I’ve been praying each morning, asking God to make His will my will. Today, I asked, “God, show me what I need to do today, and I will do it.” This led me to realize that I need a new perspective. God sees the world very differently than I do. After moving into our house, all I could see were problems, things I wanted to improve, and endless chores. But today, God opened my eyes in a new way. I began to see beauty in our home and peace in my life. Nothing around me

Turn into Gold “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Luke 12:34  My to-do list isn’t the treasure, nor are my worries. Even the thoughts I cling to so tightly are actually keeping me from my true treasure.  Growing up, I was captivated by the myth of King Midas, who could turn everything he touched into gold. I often dreamed of having that power. But today, I realized that I do have this gift—bestowed by God from the moment I was born. When I devote my heart fully to something, it turns into a treasure

perfect Sabbath Today, I got to sleep in and even managed an afternoon nap. Our Bible study has reached the chapter on the Sabbath, so this truly felt like a perfect Sabbath day for me. I’ve been resisting the urge to jump into the marketplace or browse online shopping sites to buy things for the house. I’ve been seeking God’s guidance on whether to make purchases, using the coin as a way to discern His will. So far, I’ve faithfully obeyed it every time. He provided Once again, He provided—today, a lady was giving away free items. We went

Today has been incredibly relaxing since our move. With the rain outside, we used our wood-burning fireplace for the first time, filling the house with warmth. As I sat in the living room, gazing out the window, I was struck by the sight of a big mountain, shrouded in mysterious mist. The scene is cozy and beautiful. I’ve also been thinking about J and B, who lost their jobs this week. God, please be with them as they navigate this uncertain time and seek a way to make a living. Thank you, Lord, for orchestrating my life. I will

The more I surrender my decision-making to God, the more I feel His presence in my life. I’m also grateful for the simple yet powerful coin method that the Holy Spirit introduced to me. It’s been a practical tool for staying focused and fully present in my faith. Today, God saved me in a big way. I got our office key copied and stayed late to finish up some work. Before my partner left for Canada, he showed me how to lock the door by just pushing the button, saying I wouldn’t need the key. I completely forgot that