Dear Pastors, 

When you become pre-occupied with protecting your image and ministry at the expense of speaking, upholding and defending the truth and being transparent (whatever the cost to you), then we have a problem.

"What matters supremely, therefore, is not, in the last analysis, the fact that I know God, but the larger fact that He knows me" - J.I. Packer

There is an inherent danger in measuring our spirituality on the basis of our outward commitment and ‘what we do for God’ on the public stage. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Knowing God is both a matter of personal dealing and grace.

In the end, you will have to answer God just one question — "Did you do what you were supposed to do on earth?" Nothing else matters than knowing you fulfilled your purpose on earth. Remember, “If you lose your purpose, it's like you're broken.” - Invention of Hugo Cabret.

In this episode, I challenge you to ask yourself 3 fundamental questions as you contemplate your WHY.

My 8-year old daughter joins me in this week's episode to share one of her favourite poems from my collection Even in the Well. Here's to finding much needed encouragement from her words in the days ahead of you. Keep looking up!

When I was a teenager, I experienced significant personal hardships. Life didn't give me a chance. But through the power of resilience, empowered by the 3 practical tips I share in this episode and coupled with the resolve to fulfil purpose, I was able to develop the capacity to withstand adversity.

When life gets tough, become more resolute than ever to succeed. 

During a recent evening walk with my 8-year old daughter, we talked about her progress with remote learning and the impact of lockdown on her personally. In this episode, I share some life lessons from our conversation.