From Video Diary Failure to Spiritual Triumph

These past few weeks have been quite a journey. A journey filled with ups and downs.

Let's begin with the downs.

Initially, during my 40-day fast, I had intended to share daily updates on my activities. However, I soon realized it was mundane and frankly... downright BORING.

Following the video where I expressed feeling like my "Brain is Dead," I decided to halt the daily video project.

It was consuming a significant amount of my time, and I was already juggling multiple responsibilities.

The fasting regimen was particularly tough, leaving me with low energy levels. Even a 15-minute workout session would require at least 45 minutes of recovery time.

Somewhere along the way, I must have made a mistake because I constantly felt physically and mentally drained.

Concurrently, I was leading an AI class with the Nas Academy that typically ended at midnight, disrupting my "trained" sleep schedule and reverting me back to my default 3 am bedtime.

Additionally, I was in talks with a partner to collaborate with a local education institute for AI course initiatives.

Simultaneously, I participated in a speaking competition to enhance my public speaking skills.

While I am grateful to have advanced to the semi-finals among numerous other aspiring speakers, I know there's still a lot of work to do to improve!

Now, onto the "ups."

Taking a break from content creation allowed my mind to rest, leading to the exciting new plans for the future.

Implementing these plans is quite terrifying, but that's precisely what makes it thrilling.

Regarding my 40-day fast, it was in preparation for my church's Easter drama production, "The Trial of the Century."

This year marks the 9th year since I first portrayed Jesus for my church.

Acting in this capacity and serving God brings me immense joy and fulfillment, and I always count it as a huge honour.

What's different this year?

For the first time throughout my years of ministry, my entire family came to watch my performance.

I have two brothers, one of whom has been disabled since COVID due to a stroke. It was a special moment for him to watch me portray Jesus after many years.

My father, whom I deeply love, has only watched my performance once in the past nine years. This is his second viewing.

One of the most significant "ups" was receiving news that my father responded to the altar call!

Initially, I was skeptical when my sister sent the message to me, when I was having a debrief session with all the people involved in the Easter production.

I had to verify the news myself. So, I rushed down to meet them.

Upon finding them, I saw my father in tears. And my sister confirmed that he had indeed received Christ.

I was overwhelmed with emotion, knowing that he had truly embraced God's saving grace.

Tears welled up in my eyes instantaneously.

My sister and I have prayed for our family for over 21 years since our own salvation.

For decades, my father had resisted attending church and spiritual influences from those around him.

In that moment, it felt as though all those years of effort had borne fruit—the salvation of my father.

Amid the recent challenges and victories, one thing remains steadfast: resilience... or, as I like to say, #KeepTryingUntil.

(Just a bit of self-branding here haha)

As I confront life's challenges, I am reminded to persevere and cherish unexpected triumphs.

I am already gearing up for the next challenge as I prepare for Easter 2025, marking a decade of serving and portraying Jesus.

God is faithful, always. Amen.