As I find myself in the twilight of my life, I pondered what I'd do if given a day off. In my younger years, I might have dreamed of travel or novel experiences. But now, I'm different.
"I'd probably just keep doing what I've been doing."
This answer might sound mundane to some, but for me, 'what I've been doing' isn't merely a task; it's my life's purpose and passion. Currently, I'm preparing a lecture series called 'Ezra's Wooden Pulpit'. We've already uploaded the 114th lecture to YouTube, and I'm connecting with people weekly through fresh content.
This work is far from easy. Preparing 30 lectures each week demands tremendous effort. Researching, creating PowerPoints, and organizing content requires time and dedication. I'm no expert, so my presentations are simple and modest. But I take pride in the depth of the messages they convey.
In my youth, I traversed the globe. Europe, America, and over ten visits to the Holy Land. I traveled with students, Chinese pastors, and Americans, seeing and learning much. Yet, there were still places I hadn't been. Australia, many African countries...
But now, I find greater joy sitting at my desk, preparing lectures, than in all those travels and experiences. Is this the irony of aging? Or have I found my true passion?
Of course, sometimes change is necessary. I couldn't help but smile when I said, "Maybe I'll go see the East Sea." The idea of gazing at the ocean for a while to find some peace didn't seem bad.
But deep down, I knew. True rest and satisfaction come in those moments when I'm sharing knowledge and connecting with people - the things I love. As I age, it becomes clearer that our genuine happiness often blooms not from grand plans or flashy experiences, but from the small passions in our daily lives.
Find your passion. And through that passion, communicate with the world. That's the key to enriching life. I've realized this through my own journey, and I'm still walking that path.
"I'd probably just keep doing what I've been doing."
This answer might sound mundane to some, but for me, 'what I've been doing' isn't merely a task; it's my life's purpose and passion. Currently, I'm preparing a lecture series called 'Ezra's Wooden Pulpit'. We've already uploaded the 114th lecture to YouTube, and I'm connecting with people weekly through fresh content.
This work is far from easy. Preparing 30 lectures each week demands tremendous effort. Researching, creating PowerPoints, and organizing content requires time and dedication. I'm no expert, so my presentations are simple and modest. But I take pride in the depth of the messages they convey.
In my youth, I traversed the globe. Europe, America, and over ten visits to the Holy Land. I traveled with students, Chinese pastors, and Americans, seeing and learning much. Yet, there were still places I hadn't been. Australia, many African countries...
But now, I find greater joy sitting at my desk, preparing lectures, than in all those travels and experiences. Is this the irony of aging? Or have I found my true passion?
Of course, sometimes change is necessary. I couldn't help but smile when I said, "Maybe I'll go see the East Sea." The idea of gazing at the ocean for a while to find some peace didn't seem bad.
But deep down, I knew. True rest and satisfaction come in those moments when I'm sharing knowledge and connecting with people - the things I love. As I age, it becomes clearer that our genuine happiness often blooms not from grand plans or flashy experiences, but from the small passions in our daily lives.
Find your passion. And through that passion, communicate with the world. That's the key to enriching life. I've realized this through my own journey, and I'm still walking that path.
