Faith & Life
This helps believers who hope to become the fragrance of Christ live a right life of faith.
Freely Given
In the early 1950s, the world was hit by a major outbreak of poliomyelitis, a disease caused by the poliovirus. In 1952 alone, about 58,000 people were infected in the United States, and nearly 3,000 of them died. Even those…
The Song of Whales
Whales, the largest animals on Earth, love to sing. We call the sounds they make “songs” because they follow repeating patterns of pitch, rhythm, and timing. But whale songs aren’t just simple noises; they’re actually complex forms of vocal communication.…
The Power of Gratitude
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Th 5:18 This Bible verse is widely known and appreciated even beyond religious circles. Interestingly, it also reflects a scientific truth. Psychologists in the…
God Counts Even the Hairs of Our Head
After drying my washed hair, I’m often startled to see how much hair has fallen onto the floor. Worried that it might be the start of hair loss, I decided to do a self-check. They say that if more than…
Baek Jeong-hwa From Jeonju, Korea
How to Create a Tiger
Long ago, in a certain country, a royal official was assigned to accompany the prince, who was being sent as a hostage to a rival nation. Before departing, the official spoke to the king: “If one person runs up and…
The Man Who Lifted a Bull
Around the 6th century B.C., there was a Greek wrestler named Milo from the city-state of Croton. He was a legendary athlete, winning the Olympic wrestling championship six times. Wrestling is a sport that requires immense strength and endurance, as…
What You Should Do First, and the Excuses
There was a man who often felt left out by his coworkers. One day, he finally confided in his boss: “It feels like no one really listens to me at work. I don’t think I’ve done anything wrong, but they…
The Art of Kintsugi
Ceramics are fragile and easily break when dropped or hit. Usually, once a ceramic piece is shattered, it’s considered useless and simply thrown away. But in some cases, a broken piece gains even greater value—thanks to a technique called kintsugi.…
The Man Who Bought Flowers
One cold day, a man was on his way to meet one of friends. As he approached the meeting spot, an elderly woman in shabby clothes came up to him, holding out a bouquet of flowers. “My granddaughter is sick,”…
A Clear Signal
In the novel Faraway Wild West, the main character, a cowboy, writes a motto under his business sign: "One grape changes color when it meets another grape." This refers to a phenomenon in vineyards where, when one cluster of grapes…
“Ask Your Mom for Help”
A TV personality who taught children how to make origami on a kids’ show during the 1980s and 1990s made a comeback in front of viewers after about 20 years. Known affectionately as the “Origami Uncle,” he had once captured…
The Silent Helpers of Our Alley
Our house is located diagonally across from Zion. Because the church where God dwells is so close, I set off for work each morning with a joyful heart. On top of that, the alley in front of our house is…
Gwon Mi-jeong From Seoul, Korea
The Fundamental Attribution Error
Person A sees Person B nodding off during work and thinks: “He said he loves watching TV. He must’ve stayed up late watching it again.” But in reality, B had spent the night in the emergency room because his child…
Unless the Dross Is Removed
The Bible contains prophecies about those who will receive salvation. There is one verse in particular that reveals what kind of person must stand at the center of that prophecy—a verse I engraved on my heart: “Remove the dross from…
Shim Hyeon-ji From Guri, Korea
A Promise Kept After 22 Years
In March 1979, a wildfire broke out in Hongcheon, South Korea. It started when an elderly man carelessly discarded a cigarette while gathering wild herbs. The fire burned around 66,000 square meters (16.31 acres) of government-owned forest before it was…
One-Minute Praise
Spencer Johnson, a management consultant and bestselling author, said that taking just one minute to praise a child can bring positive change and happiness to both the parent and the child. Here’s how “One-Minute Praise” works: Step 1: Let your…
‘It’s Possible’
Around 3,000 people gathered at an elementary school in Seoul, while over 100,000 watched via livestream. In the schoolyard, a massive 24-person military tent lay ready to be set up. Then, one person stepped forward to cheers from the crowd.…
Prayer for Others
There was a time when my emotions were difficult to manage, and both my body and mind felt weighed down. But before I knew it, my mood had lifted, and I regained my strength. On a day overflowing with happiness…
Ahn Hyo-jeong From Gwangju, Gyeonggi, Korea
Keep Watch
“But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. Be on guard! Be alert! You do not know when that time will come. It’s like a man…
Park Hye-yeong From Gimhae, Korea
The Man with the Golden Arm
James Harrison, who was born in Australia, underwent major surgery at the age of thirteen, during which he received an incredible 13 liters of donated blood. Grateful to be alive thanks to the generosity of blood donors, he made a…