The drink and the taste that stay. by Ruhama Tewodros Assefa Some tastes stay with a person long after they are swallowed. I was the kind of daughter who always refused to drink homemade remedies. In our country, before running to the pharmacy, parents — and especially grandmothers — often prepare remedies for stomachaches, common […]

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Living today under God’s reign. by Ruhama Assefa I was listening to the song “So Will I (100 Billion X)” on a car ride out of the city. I love those trips — the trees, mountains, birds flying by the window, and the breathtaking geography of our country. It was late afternoon, and the sunset […]

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Marveling at the humble origins of salvation. by Ruhama Tewodros Assefa The way we are saved and given new life in Christ is truly astonishing. Often, our focus is on Jesus’ crucifixion — His sacrificial death — and His glorious resurrection. These are indeed the foundation of our faith. Yet the wonder of Jesus does […]

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Before Bethlehem, the Alpha and Omega. by Ruhama Assefa One afternoon I rushed home, desperate to open my Bible. My heart was heavy, weighed down by sadness, and I longed for relief. I searched the pages for a verse that would perfectly match my situation, something to comfort me in the moment. Tears streaming down […]

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Learning to carry our cross. by Ruhama Assefa Sometimes we sit silently, unsure of how to handle life. Bills, grades, marriage, pressure. We all have our share of troubles. As Christians, we turn to our heavenly Father in prayer, but there are moments when words simply don’t suffice. Instead, tears flow. Yet even then, we […]

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A personal journey of learning kingdom patience. by Ruhama Assefa There’s a kind of waiting that transforms you — not just the passing of time but the kind of deep, spiritual waiting that matures your soul. I’ve walked through it. I’ve prayed through it. I’ve cried through it. And through every moment, God was shaping […]

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The rewards of seeking God’s priorities. by Ruhama Tewodros Assefa For years, I have been writing a journal for my future husband — letters filled with prayers, encouragement, and wisdom to help him grow as a godly man and spiritual warrior. I want him to be strong in faith, a leader in Christ, and someone […]

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