Philippians 2:13
It is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill His good purpose. [Philippians 2:13] Good morning readers! Above is the first memory verse for the second book of Masterlife. (Trying hard to keep up with everyone else and finish my homework.) As I reflect back my past month, […]
A meal with Jesus and friends
I just started reading a book named A Meal with Jesus. I learned that the word “companion” comes from the Latin word “cum” (“together”) and “panis”(“bread”). I really like the idea to share a meal and time with friends. My church (Linworth Road Church) held ten Chinese students this year and we had a luncheon […]
Hello again readers, If you’ve frequently read my post, you will remember the story of one Chinese student that eagerly wanted to join the Bible discussion. Now she became our sister in Christ! The Bible verse Luke 15:10 said: “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels […]
Hocking Hills and the great commission
One of the most beautiful things that I have experienced during my year with IFI is the possibility to interact with people and to be equipped to do ministry. I love the books that we have read, with group discussions and practical applications to my own life; the training that ha ve always made me […]
What I learned praying in my closet
It’s hard to believe that two months have passed since I moved to Columbus as a new college graduate, anxious and excited, embarking for a year of discipleship and servant-hood with IFI. When I look back on the past two months, I’ve been blown away by all the blessings and teachings that God has poured […]
Bike Riding Lessons
One night about three weeks ago, a good old friend messaged me, “How is OSU?” Without hesitation I replied, “It has taught me how to ride a bike!” Yes, indeed. In my first month at IFI, bike riding is not only a new skill, but also a new lifestyle through which God sent many blessings. Friendship […]
Through it all, my eyes are on You
Through it all, my eyes are on You Yesterday is a heartbroken day for both my wife Alex and me. When I got home at night, Alex was crying and couldn’t control her emotions. After I looked at the message on her phone, I was suddenly very depressed as well. The message is from our […]
When Meals Are Not Just Meals
Now I’m sitting in front of my dest, working. It’s almost noon and I haven’t had anything yet except one chocolate chip and see salt cookie (from Sassafras and it’s really good), and a cup of coffee. I’m staring at my computer screen but my mind is at somewhere else. I’m thinking about what I […]
Good Afternoon readers, Welcome to the first week of Fall. It’s chilly here today in Columbus and I love it. I feel I have enough heat from Summer. I feel like I have been blessed to make friends with International students. As I mentioned in my last post, I talked with one Chinese student who […]
A life well spent
Our assignment for today’s ISEED meeting was to draw our life map. It is a way to put down into images our heritage, important events, people who influenced out path, high points, hard times and the experiences where we were able to see God’s hand at work. So, yesterday I took some time, reluctantly, to […]