My story
Over 10 years ago, I was on the brink of death following a severe head injury from a motorbike accident. I had to go through a head surgery lasting for 9 hours. This life-altering experience led me to make a decision: I decided to abandon my journalism career and instead pursue piano as I thought that it would be more suitable for my weakened body.
However, my pride got the best of me, and I ended up isolating myself, dedicating countless hours to practicing the piano in hopes of becoming a music superstar. I failed to see the true meaning of my life and the ambition I was striving for. Day after day, I was consumed by loneliness, self-pity, and depression, and I had thought of committing suicide many times.
However, my story doesn't end there. In 2015, I came to Jesus through my piano teacher who is a Christian. This was a turning point in my life. Through Jesus' love, I finally found the purpose and meaning of my life. God has been healing, recovering both my mental and physical health. He has transformed me, humbled me, and helped me overcome my fears and self-pity. I have reconnected with the community. I also have been able to do the activities I once believed were no longer possible with me, such as playing football and riding a motorbike. Specially, I have returned to doing journalism.
A passage from Paul's epistles in the Bible profoundly impacted my mind and heart: "But He said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me." (2 Corinthians 12:9). Now I understand that my abilities are not my own but are made possible through God's power.
I firmly believe that God has prepared me for journalism. By His grace, He saved me and set me apart for a mission with journalism. Through my journeys of doing journalism, I have the opportunity to reach many lives to share Jesus’ love with them.
Knowing my calling, I continue to go, to tell stories. I serve in journalism!
