Everyday Living

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Seeing God’s Goodness in the Midst of Job-hunting

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Securing a job has been more difficult than what I’d envisioned. Even trying to get entry-level jobs has proved to be a challenge. However, there have been blessings that have come out of this season of job hunting.
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How Can I Still Tithe if Budget Is Tight?

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For seven years I tithed faithfully, but my commitment started to flounder when I moved to Jakarta to work.
People waiting to be sorted into one of 4 different portals

Can a Personality Test Define Who I Am?

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When I first took the test years ago, I found the result quite accurate in describing my strengths, weaknesses, moods, even the way I view romantic relationships. Since then, I had retaken the test a few more times, only to discover that the results had changed.
A woman is pondering while waiting someone in a cafe

Ways to Think Before You Speak

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We do not always know the impact our words can have on someone, but the Bible tells us the importance they can have over our lives and others.
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How I Stepped off the “Busy” Treadmill

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Being busy is a badge of honour for many of us. Perhaps we think it means we’re efficient, productive, hardworking. Doing overtime is the norm, leaving on time is still frowned upon on some level, and taking time off can be unheard off. I was no different.
Woman writing on daily planner sheets

Why Should We Plan and Invest if Life’s so Short

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I live on the Pacific Island of Tonga, and we had a volcanic eruption over a year ago. Now, another volcano is showing increased activity, and it could blow anytime. So, what do we do? Do we plan for tomorrow or just live for today?
Matches with one match burn out and crouching

What God Showed Me When I Was Burnt Out

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The space began to close in on me. My ears received nothing but noises. My breath became shorter. That was the first time I experienced a panic attack during a work meeting.
Person contemplating in airport waiting gate

When Travelling Isn’t As Satisfying As I’d Hoped

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I was at the happiest place on earth in my favourite country in the world. As many young Singaporean graduates do, I was travelling in Japan for my graduation trip with friends.
Door in the middle of nowhere

How God Prepared Me for Rejection

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I was writing a report at work when I saw the email notification: "...we are regrettably unable to offer you a place in our entering class..."  A hundred emotions rushed through me as I read the rejection letter from my dream school.