July 24, 2025

Stay Close to God: Lessons From Dad

1 hour 17 minutes

Growing up, Brother Bernard watched his Filipino immigrant father sacrifice everything to start over in America, yet somehow stay completely devoted to his faith. The question that never left Brother Bernard alone: Why? Why was his dad’s faith so strong?

In This Episode

00:00 The Search for Meaning

02:54 Lessons from a Father’s Faith

05:43 The Journey to the Ministry

08:40 Finding True Happiness

11:42 The Call to Serve

14:50 Faith Through Adversity

17:41 The Impact of Faith on Family

20:45 The Role of Gratitude

23:28 Transformative Changes in Life

26:42 The Legacy of Faith

29:32 Navigating Life’s Challenges

32:22 The Blessings of Service

35:11 The Importance of Perspective

38:10 Embracing Change

41:01 The Power of Connection

43:42 Lessons for Future Generations

46:37 The Bigger Picture of Life

49:27 The Importance of Faith in Grief

52:16 The Journey of Self-Discovery

55:14 The Role of a Parent

57:40 Final Reflections on Faith and Family

Brother Bernard’s journey to joining the ministry shows us that sometimes the greatest changes happen when we stop to understand the why behind what we do, why we’re here, and the true purpose God gives us.

If Brother Bernard’s story resonates with you, or if you know anyone who has ever felt that feeling of getting everything but still feeling empty, share this episode. Sometimes we need someone to tell us that sacrificing for our true purpose doesn’t mean we’re at a loss… the truth is, it can be the complete opposite.

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