Category: Resilience

Reading: Isaiah 46; Psalm 111–112Key Verse: Psalm 112:6–8 — “Such people will not be overcome by evil… They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the LORD to care for them. They are confident and fearless and can face their foes triumphantly.” Personal ReflectionHow do you handle uncertainty? The resilience research I’ve been reading […]

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Merry Christmas!  As I reflect on the past six months as Personnel Director, it’s been more difficult than I imagined. I’ve faced relational challenges, overwhelming personnel shortages, more work than hours in the day, and a steady stream of people needing guidance. While people energize me—and I count it a privilege […]

Reading: Psalm 95:1–7 Key Verse: Psalm 95:7 — “For he is our God. We are the people he watches over, the flock under his care.” Dear Brothers and Sisters, Stress has a way of narrowing our focus. When storms rise, we often can’t see how God will work things out. I felt that last Sunday, […]

Dear Brothers and Sisters, These past two weeks have been overwhelming. With our gov rep’s departure, I’ve had to learn his role, train others, and manage the facility in Port Moresby—all while continuing my director responsibilities. I thank God for 2 PNGian employees, who have taken on much of the work, yet as I left […]

When My Spirit Faints Within Me Reading: 1 Samuel 22:1-2; Psalm 142 Key Verse: “Then I pray to you, O LORD. I say, “You are my place of refuge. You are all I really want in life.” Psalm 142:5 Personal Reflection Stress shows up in my body before I even name it—tight shoulders, headaches, and […]