Author: revchosunghwan

  • Psalms and Lent (4): Song of Repentance, Psalm 32

    Repentance is a deeply misunderstood and often neglected aspect of the Christian life. In today’s culture, even among believers, the concept feels outdated or irrelevant. We emphasize spirituality, kindness, and generosity, but often neglect the hard but holy work of repentance. Many ask, “Isn’t being a good person enough?” The story of the rich young…

  • Psalm and Lent: Broken Hallelujah

    Leonard Cohen’s song Hallelujah—famously featured in the film Shrek—offers an unexpectedly sacred phrase: a broken hallelujah. Though it may seem out of place in a secular movie, the song’s message carries profound spiritual depth. It gives voice to a truth many believers know but rarely articulate: not all praise comes from places of joy or…

  • Staying in Love with God

    Staying in Love with God: The Key to Transformation A short video I saw recently illustrated a profound truth. A street preacher on a bus was met with hostility—mocked, cursed at, and even slapped. Instead of retaliating, he responded with love, saying, “I know you’re hurting.” That moment changed everything, leading to an unexpected display…