Faith & Life
This helps believers who hope to become the fragrance of Christ live a right life of faith.
Over All, Put on Love
In Zion, the grace and love of God abound. Yet at times, I find myself face-to-face with the sinful nature hidden deep within my soul—unable to overlook a brother or sister’s small mistake, quick to point out their faults instead…
Yu Jeong-su from Incheon, Korea
Inspiration, the Stirring of the Soul
“Eureka!” This was the cry of Archimedes, the ancient Greek mathematician and physicist, when he discovered a way to determine whether a king’s crown was made of pure gold. The idea struck him while bathing, as he observed water overflowing…
Kim Min-seong from Suwon, Korea
Beautiful Words
There are moments when a single word can shape the entire mood of a situation. A sharp remark, spoken in irritation, can escalate conflict, while a gentle, considerate word can defuse tension and restore peace. The choice of words and…
Son Chae-eun from Daegu, Korea
The Path to Heaven
It was not long after I had begun driving. Since it was my first time taking the route from work to home on my own, my mom brought her car to my workplace and led the way, driving ahead of…
Lee Su-bin from Gangneung, Korea
Helping a Baby Bird
My husband, daughter, and I were returning home when we noticed a small group of children—likely upper elementary schoolers—gather near the front gate of our apartment building. They stood in a circle, peering down at something on the ground. “Is…
Seo Jin-hee from Busan, Korea
How to Practice the New Command
At first, I did not fully understand the meaning of the new command God gave us: “Love one another.” The reason was simple; I found it impossible to gauge the measure of love one should have for another. During a…
Jahng Min-gyeong from Seongnam, Korea
Because God Loved You
After coming to understand the truth, one question lingered in my mind and refused to leave: “Out of all the people in the world, why did God choose me?” I wasn’t particularly wise, nor had I earnestly sought God. It…
Jeong Hee-jong from Munich, Bavaria, Germany
Safe Driving
Before taking the written exam for my driver’s license, I attended a mandatory safety course. As I studied the array of road signs and the long list of traffic laws every driver must follow, I couldn’t help but wonder, “How…
Park Min-ji from Seoul, Korea
A Faith Check
To welcome the new year, I climbed a mountain with a Zion sister for the first time in a while. Though recent snowfall had left patches of snow along the trail, I assumed it wouldn’t be much of a problem…
Kim Ga-gyeong from Gwangju, Korea
Like Learning a Language
Learning a foreign language in an unfamiliar land was far from easy. After much trial and error, I began by memorizing simple greetings, basic words, and short phrases step by step, like a child learning to walk. Gradually, my efforts…
Mun So-yeong from Mexico City, Mexico
Let Me Serve
There’s a saying: “Don’t let familiarity make you forget what is precious.” It’s true when we grow accustomed to people, objects, or situations, we often lose sight of their value. One day, as I flipped through the pages of the…
Jahng Ji-eun from Pyeongtaek, Korea
A Life Sustained by Mother’s Grace
Back in my school days, I had a hard time waking up in the morning. Even though my mom was busy preparing breakfast, she would go back and forth between the kitchen and my room, trying to rouse me from…
Shin Mi-ae from Seoul, Korea
Nothing Is to Be Taken for Granted
My younger sister, now a college freshman, was set to attend the Worldwide Academic Year Opening Worship 2025 with our mom. It was the first time either of them had attended such an event, and both were visibly excited. Caught…
Gahng Ji-yeon from Gimje, Korea
The Power of Shared Heart: Empathy
It is said that many companies today prefer to hire new employees with a high empathy quotient. Empathy—the ability to align one’s thoughts and feelings with those of another—is a powerful skill. Those who possess it often demonstrate humility, earning…
Jo Mun-gyeong from Cheongju, Korea
Sweet as Honey When Offered: “Try a Bite!”
People feel a special kind of happiness when they enjoy delicious food with their loved ones. But there’s a way to make that happiness even richer: before taking the first bite, say, “Try a bite,” or “Please have some.” That…
Words and Glass
While helping with the construction of Zion, I once assisted in applying insulation film to the windows. That’s when I learned an important lesson: although wiping the film with a cloth or microfiber can make the surface look clean, it…
Ah Yeong-jun from Seongnam, Korea
A Gift
As a child, I would prepare small gifts for my parents on special occasions—their wedding anniversary, birthdays, and the like. My only source of money came from running errands or the modest allowance my parents themselves had given me. More…
Lee Seong-jae from Seongnam, Korea
When the Purpose Is Clear
Waking up my daughter each morning—especially when she’s in her usual sleepy state—takes a great deal of patience. I always try to wake her gently, hoping not to start the day on a sour note. But when she remains dazed…
Kim Hyeon-im from Suncheon, Korea
Wheat-Flour Tteokguk
During my childhood, my mother ran a tight household, raising and feeding six children. One day, when I came home from school, she announced loudly: “Tonight, we’re having tteokguk!” “Really? Wow!” Back when rice was scarce, tteokguk was a rare…
Ahn Seong-bun from Busan, Korea
Returning Love
One day, as I was getting on a bus, my usual transit card failed to register. Worried about holding up the passengers behind me, I moved to the seat just behind the driver and kept trying to scan it, but…
Kim Min-jeong from Changwon, Korea