"Finding Hope in the Chaos: Reflections on Life and Faith"

The Dream Begins Last night, I found myself caught in a dream that felt more like a waking nightmare. It started innocently enough; I was going about my day, moving from place to place—buses, boats, and various accommodations. But there was one constant presence that began to gnaw at my peace: a child, no older than ten, shadowing my every step. At first, I brushed it off as a figment of my imagination, a mere curiosity rather than a cause for concern. The Growing Unease As I continued my journey, the child remained close, his wide eyes watching me intently. It was unsettling but not overtly frightening. However, an ominous voice echoed in my mind: *“That is what the enemy is scheming just not to aware you.”*  The words hung heavy in the air, casting a shadow over the otherwise benign presence of the child. With each new location I visited, the child seemed to grow more menacing. What began as an innocent following morphed into something darker. I could feel an energy shifting around u

  Church life can sometimes be a rollercoaster of emotions and experiences, and recent events in our community really highlighted that for me. We had a churchmate who was excited to take on a leadership role with our youth group, and at first, it felt like a wonderful opportunity for growth. However, as time went on, things took a turn that taught us all some important lessons about leadership, community, and compassion. The Excitement of New Beginnings When this churchmate first approached us about her desire to be discipled and lead the youth, it felt like a breath of fresh air. Though her background was not well known to us, her enthusiasm sparked hope that she could inspire and guide the young people. However, this excitement was tempered by the uncertainty surrounding her past experiences and which values she would bring to the group. Unfortunately, things didn’t go as we had hoped. Instead of bringing the group together, her leadership seemed to create divisions among the youth