For the few who know, I was totally drained out before I left for Korea. Dry. A spiritual desert. There wasn't any drop of inspiration in me. I was just perpetually tired all the time, spiritually physically and mentally. I just wasn't in a good head space and I gotta admit that many times I really wanted to just disappear from all the commitments I had. This Korea trip wasn't just a time for me to get out of Singapore. It was a time for me to rediscover who I am again, to get back the drive that I had and to finally take care of myself for once.

In this sense, the trip was amazing. I had so much sleep (not even kidding my eyebags were hardly there) and I could get the much needed alone time for myself. As for my time in youngnak, the people were incredible. Generally, they're all young adults so it was rather easy for me to relate to. They would remember me and my name after the first service I attended and a fond memory I would always keep is that every time I reach the place, D would greet me with the biggest smile and give me a hug to welcome me. A simple gesture but did wonders for me. I thought, "Wow, what a community." 

Every service, my heart would cry out to God and had this desire I never had before. God didn't disappoint. He whispered words into my heart, gave me rest in Him and that's all I needed, period. Words like "Don't worry, my love will be with you throughout" and "come, rest in Me". After each service, I come out refreshed and excited for the next service. I love that this church invests so much in their leaders, they would meet every so regularly to fellowship and learn the word together. It's really so precious :") I definitely took back many things from Pastor Paul as well. The things he spoke really did resonate with me and appropriate for this season that I'm in.

Coming back to Singapore, I do feel different. I feel that I'm up and ready again, and I do believe that I'm stronger to face the battles ahead.

"Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ." 1 Cor 11:1