An open book with a cross symbol next to a cup of tea on a saucer, set against an orange background with stars.

'God'Sip & Tea

Sip the Tea and Find the truth

#FromResilienceToAltruism

  • The Ghost on the Sidewalk:

    When “Home” is a Disappearing Act ​There is a specific kind of silence that comes with a heavy snowfall on Christmas Eve. It’s a suffocating, frozen silence that feels like the world has turned its back on you. At thirteen years old, I wasn’t waiting for the magic of the morning. I was a ghost Read more

  • The Dirty Glass and the Well of Life

    ​I’ve spent many years sitting at a table where the conversation was loud, but the nourishment was non-existent. I showed up with a heart ready to be led, taught, and discipled. I brought my history, all the miles I traveled to survive, and I brought my future, working through the nights to earn my Master Read more

  • The Hidden Cost of “Help”

    Why My Success Made Them Judge ​Sometimes, the hardest part of surviving struggle isn’t the cold or the hunger; it’s the moral judgment of the people who are supposed to be helping you. ​I know this first-hand. I was homeless until 19. Along that brutal path, I met many people who were tasked with offering Read more

  • Impact vs Influence

    ​”Influence” Is Just a Distraction from Our Purpose ​We all know what an influencer is. They’re the people with the big followings, the perfectly curated feeds, and the power to get us to buy that new pair of sneakers or try the latest coffee trend. An influencer’s value is often measured in likes, clicks, and Read more

  • The Price of Perseverance and God’s Refining Fire

    ​There’s a silent weight that comes with overcoming a hard life. I’ve weathered storms that would have broken many, and my spirit—thank God—remains intact. I’ve learned perseverance and determination in ways you can’t get from a book. But that strength came at a cost no one else can see. ​The hits to my body, my Read more

  • The Placement of the Heart

    In the great, sprawling game of life, we are all first-person players. We navigate the world through our own eyes, making choices and reacting to what comes our way. And while the scenery might be different for each of us, the fundamental “player types” are surprisingly similar. These aren’t defined by looks or background, but Read more

  • The Body Remembers: Finding Grace in Our Wounds

    Life moves on. The mind and soul might begin to heal, but the body—that’s a different story. It holds onto the past, a silent witness to every hurt and every wrong. For those of us who have walked through deep pain, this is a truth we feel in our bones. We can pray, go to Read more

  • The Tea Was Sweet, But The Journey…

    They say you can’t go back, but for me, it’s not about going back. It’s about a fast-forward from 25 to my 40s. A blink of an eye, and I realized I’ve lived 20 twice. Baebee, the things I’ve seen, the dramas I’ve been through… You couldn’t write this script. The growing pains, the gut-wrenching Read more

  • My Motivation: From Resilience to Altruism

    What motivates you? My motivation is a powerful force, rooted in the very act of choosing myself and a deep sense of compassion for others. It is the fuel that moves me from a place of personal resilience to one of altruism. A Story of Redemption I remember the times my mother would beat me Read more