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I haven't wrote a blog post in a while, let alone a meaningful post, but something caught my attention in the final hours of MLK day that had my heart grieving. I was browsing on facebook as I'm preparing to do some work and came across this video that was posted by a brother of mine. To be honest, what caught my attention was the words to describe the video and the video title alone. There was a lot of hate radiating from the post. Quick overview of the video was there were 7 kids from NY beating up this asian kid. Even thinking back on the video now, it makes me cringe. I don't really recommend people watching the video unless your heart is to pray for the end of such things and not to add to the flame of hate. It might be sort of difficult to find a permanent link for it on YouTube for it's in clear violation of YouTube's guidelines of illegal activities.

I do not want to dwell on the hate or the sheer ugliness of what transpired but to leave you with this. I encourage you brothers and sisters to not be moved by hate. People hate from the lack of love in their lives, the lack of Jesus. We are not called to retaliate or treat people out of "justice" but instead in love. I know, I know, it's not easy. But let's bringing back to Jesus, what He did for us, was not easy. No where does it say in 1 Corinthians 13:4 does it say loves is easy. It says love is kind and does not hold any records of wrong amongst other things. If you believe in Jesus and believe in the good word and believe in love - we must take this literally. It's easier to hate than love in times like this, but again I encourage and plead to you all - love.

"Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good"
Romans 12:21 

Okay, so here's the scoop. I started writing this on Thanksgiving planning to post it sometime in November still, and here we are in the second week of December, OOPS. I think there's 70 people I wrote to specifically on here and the whole concept of this post is to:

1) Encourage and  tell you how thankful I am for you all
2) Speak life into you all and hopefully be able to bless you through this
3) Love is active, not passive or idle.

I'm extending an apology before I even start because I know I missed people but please do not feel slighted by this list. Some people here I haven't seen or talked to in years, some I see every week. There's no rhyme or reason behind this, just whomever the Lord placed on my heart while I was writing, I wrote down. I love you ALL and so thankful for every single one of you. Also, this is in ABSOLUTELY no type of order. This is just how my brain works, one name triggers another and it becomes a domino effect. Anyway, I hope this finds you all with the heart I intended it to be.

Enjoy.

PS - I encourage you to leave a comment, it'll be good to hear from you guys as well!

FAMILY: We've been through one crazy roller coaster the past couple of years. Mostly downs though to be honest. But through EVERYTHING, we have never been as close as we have been. I'm thankful for a closer relationship with everyone in my family; my parents, sister, grandparents, cousins, aunts/uncles.

PASTOR DAVID - You have been someone I can always talk to, confide in and someone I can seek for advice. I don't seek advice from many people but I'm thankful to have you and know that I can be 100% honest with for I know you won't judge or condemn but show me Christ love. 

SISTER EUNAH - You are my hero! I don't know if I love anyone as much as I love you right now hahah. Maybe because you won't tell me that I'm your favorite but you remind me so much of my grandmother (the love, the care, the supernatural capacity to love). You are the definition of strength. You are the definition of care-taker. I'm thankful that PD has you haha. I can't emphasize enough how much I love you!

JINA YU - HAHA. I had to start off my laughing :) We came a long ways, but I'm very thankful for you :) Lets admit, you're a sofite :) God gave you a very tender heart and I still remember that one praise night with Messiah. As soon as you walked in, I felt the Lord's heart for you and how much He loves you! Excited for our frozen pizza catch up session. 

JACOB BARNETT - What can I say. A lot, as you well know haha. We came a long way as well, even though neither one of us can remember how we first met haha. I really do appreciate the talks we have, the times where you actually bailed me out with my car. But who can ever forget our pizza in the car dealership adventure or the random 10 hour trip to and from homeplace. Best of luck to you in the AirForce and my prayer for you man is that you find a deeper intimate relationship with Jesus. Love you man.

THERESA KIM - I still remember that random text/call I got from you that one Sunday morning to give you a ride to FK. I'm thankful that you made that call because ever since then, you have blessed many people. I know life isn't the easiest for you right now, but I never worry about you. Why? 1) You're a very independent person. 2) You are tremendously loved by Jesus and He'll NEVER let you go. 3) You feel incomplete without the Lord, so You'll walk in His light, always. I know many people expect a lot from you, as a friend, sister, etc but I pray for peace and joy in your life - whatever that may be look like. As cheesy as it is, continue to let go and let God.

CJ RAMONES - I still remember when we first had that talk in Ecuador where we actually opened up to one another and from there I definitely saw the sensitive/tender heart that the Lord has placed in you. You have been an amazing brother and very thankful for that. I'm thankful for you being a blessing to those around you and continue to live a life of integrity in ALL its form. With character/integrity comes influence.

SIWEON KIM - My little baby! HAHA. I know you hate it showing (me) any type of emotion, but I am very thankful for you and I've missed ya since you've been in Korea. Who else am I going to take me everywhere so I won't be bored. And who else am I going to buy food for? But seriously, you know I'll be here if you ever need anything and I will never judge and always love, even if you never say it back to me...makes me so sad :(

JOE SUH- Bootylicious. HAHA. I've seen you grow a lot over the past years man and its sad to see you leave but we'll always be family. Keep growing (not physically, stop that) and you'll be one heck of a guy. Remember, I'm a junior and you? HAHA. Never ending good times man. We'll find ways to see each other.

JAE KIM - Even though you're in Boston now, I'm thankful that we still keep in touch.  I'm thankful for the conversation we had the other day and the fact that you trust me to open up as much as you do. I know things aren't always perfect and you're always in the library, but you got a home here sir. I won't say too much here but I'm sure I'll see you sometime soon hahaha.

DANIEL CHUNG - We came a long way in a year. It's been up and down and back up but I'm truly thankful for you. You're a blessing wherever you go and I'm glad that you're progressing with your career. You have an amazing heart and keep pursuing God deeper and realer each and every single day :) 

FRIDA - Frida Frida Frida. What can I say. You're an amazing sister who doesn't let her age restrict her. One of my convictions for the younger generation is for them to see that they are not binded by their youth or the culture that they live in and just love Jesus. You my friend, are living that. I know things aren't easy for you, but no matter what, promise me one thing. Do not stop praying. That's the best thing you got going for you and the Lord is pleased. You'll get your froyo soon haha.

KADEEM LEWIS - The picture from Dave and Busters is more than enough reason to be happy about 2011 hahah. But foreal, I'm thankful we got closer over the years man. Never allow good enough to be good engouh. You got all the potential in the world, and I'm looking forward to you having a deeper relationship with Jesus. Keep seeking it man, you're there.

DANIEL LEE - I'm thankful that the Eagles suck as much as the Redskins. haha. But on the real, I know you been more than just MIA recently, but you know you got a special place in my heart brother man. You know I got your back no matter and no matter when. Don't be a stranger man, you know what's best for you. Don't be afraid brother man. Let's make 2012 something special.

PETER SHIN - We don't talk or see each other as much as earlier, but that doesn't change anything. I'm super thankful things are progressing for you with school and work. I got love mad love for you, always man. With football being over, let's get back to basketball! Been fiening for it haha, but whenever you need me, you know I'll be there for you brother, just as you have always been there for me too. 

ROREN CHOI  - haha you make me laugh. I'm thankful for you and all the talks we've had. Thankful for your heart to give back to the Lord and His people. Oh man, you make me laugh (not because you're funny hahaha) But keep pursuing the Lord through petition in prayer. Sad to see you go away to New York but excited to see the fruits that is waiting for you and your family. Remember, this is the missions field that is first priority. Excited to see what's to come and will be praying for you sister.

CRISTIAN ROJAS - Since 6th grade. We haven't seen each other much or talked to each other much anymore, but that doesn't change anything, well, atleast for me. I wish nothing but the best for you with your family, career and personal life. With the NBA, let's go eat at Glory Day's and watch some games haha. Love you man

ANGELA OH - You and your profile pictures make me laugh hahaa :) We've been through a lot and more and more we continue, the more love I have for you. You've always been there with nothing but 200% support and it means the world to me. I can not ask for a better friend and am forever grateful for you. You are an amazing sister and a precious daughter of Christ. Never forget that :) 

JASON LEE - You are now officially a canadian, again. Words can not express how proud I am of you, not simply by the way how you've handled everything but how you're just pursuing the Lord. I'm very thankful for all the time we've had together. Til the day we see other again. Til the day I see you drive legally. Til the day I get to say 'nay I say' one more time haha. 

BAEKMIN CHO, ANDREW KIM, ANDREW KEEM, THOMAS RHEE - I added you guys all together because A)this blog post was taking me forever so I had to consolidate as much as possible. B)i would most likely write the same things about all of you for the most part. C)I wonder if baekmin looked up the word 'consolidate'. Okay here goes, I'm very thankful for all of you guys. I've known some longer than the others, some I've been able to keep in touch with over the years, some I wish I could talk to more. The rest, is Andrew Kim. (I kid). I miss everyone of yall a lot and I miss our days back at New Vision and those rutherford days. I see something super awesome in every single one of you, different, but awesome, nonetheless. The main thing that holds all of us, is Jesus. No matter what, I got you guys and will fully support you, as a man, as a brother. I hope you feel that way and can approach me about everything. Love yall man and I hope to see you guys real soon, especially Keem who I haven't seen in forever. Sorry I'll make that UVA trip soon!!

JOHN LEE - My Bridge nemesis, haha. It's been a heck of a ride this past year. Def thankful for you in my life, especially this past year (since that's the only real time we kicked it). The past summer was a trying time for the both of us, but I'm glad to see you at UVA doing your time and grinding academically. I know I know, I still owe a visit to UVA and trust me when i say that if I had the resources or was in the right circumstances, I would of a long time ago. Don't hold it against me too much now haha. Praying for you all the time man, you, your fam, everything. Whatever you need, hopefully you wont hesitate to ask.

JENNIE ROH - Jennie Jennie. 2011 was a lot different than 2010, but still very much the same in a lot of ways. One day I admire about you is your constant growth in situations where most would give up. You know you could avoid some of those headaches if you just listen to me (since I still am your boss hahaha). I haven't seen you much this year, but who has haha, but just know you have friends who really care about you. And they love you for you. Not what you do. Not what you can offer them. Just you. Just ask RK, he hates me in comparison to you haha. But keep your head up, keep your prayers up and you'll make it through. And when you do, it'll be glorious! 1 Peter 5:10, look it up :) Find strength in Him!

SAM KANG + PEGGY KANG - I have a confession to make. One time I was trying to call Peggy, but I forgot she was/is still Peggy AHN in my phone so I called Peter Kang (which looks a lot like Peggy Kang at a quick glance) and I had to make a fake conversation. don't tell peter. End Story. What can I say about you two...One spreads dirty rumors about me being a pastor, the other tells me im in the line of the serpent. For some reason, I'm more offended by being called pastor joe haha. Honestly, you guys have been a tremendous blessing in my life and even more so after you guys got married (thats a good sign). I pray for you guys, baby, family, careers and ministry. You guys got a great bunch and stop banning me from there! I don't have many people I look up to/admire, but you guys definitely fit that bill. Love you guys and thanks for always opening up your home!

CHOONG - CHOP! Oh man, im very thankful to see you every week now after not seeing you for a couple of years. I know theres a lot you're going through, but love your heart through it all. Jesus. Excited to work with you on future ministry opportunities, and super excited to see whats waiting for you in the future (near and far). Love ya man!

SARA PARK - I know we don't really see each other as much as we want to, but I'm very thankful that we both have the want to! You are very near and dear in my heart and have infinite amount of love for you sara! I cant wait til we both turn 35 HAHA jk. But I really do wish nothing but pure joy for you in whatever capacity that is. Love you! And let's not watch redskins games together, bad things seem to happen haha.

PHILLIP PARK - It's been awhile since I seen you but I'm very thankful for our evolved friendship over this past year. Even though I don't know you too intimately, I know your heart. You have a pure heart that longs to love on His people. You are secure in your identity in Christ and that's why people feel so comforted by you. We will need to meet up soon. Very soon. House of prayer? Yeah? Yes.

APRIL LEE - Can't believe you're already 16(?) and also can't believe you're only 16, haha. I'm thankful that we've had the opportunity to tell you face to face how proud of you I am. I'm thankful for the times we have had to pray together and see how God is working in you and through you. I'm thankful for the fact that we get to see each other more. I'm thankful just, really, for you :)

LISA KIM - Oh Lisa. I'm thankful for 2011 for being blessed to get to know you better this year. You have blessed me immensely this year and I am encouraged by the fire that you have.  I really appreciate your heart for all those around you and I hope that I could be a small tiny blessing to you too this year!

JANET LEE - I'm thankful for your obedience to the Lord. It's pretty amazing to see you pursue Him with such FIERCENESS. haha i couldnt think of any other word. I've learned alot from you and very thankful for you. Love the growth of the Lord in you and for those that are around you on a constant, they're very lucky and blessed. Praying for you, sister!

JAMES HAN - The infamous J dot Han. Sike. Been a minute since we really caught up, but always got a heart for ya man. I'm thankful that we both grew up from that one time at your dorm and all we did was laugh. man, we're jerks haha. Definitely see you growing in the Lord and excited to see what's waiting for you in the future. The Lord has blessed you man and I'm so glad to see you being humble and appreciative of it every step of the way. Whenever you need anything, I got you. Praying for you.

CHUNG LEE - Mr. CL. Man, I miss you. I appreciate how busy you been with the wife, career and music. Regardless if we keep missing our times to meet up, I have a tremendous amount of love for you sir. You are one genuine brother, a brother who I can look up to (which is rare). I still remember you pulling up in the middle of 66 that one time when I got into a small fender bender. Impressive driving skills to stop in the middle of a highway and reverse like that haha. You are a calm presence in the midst of a crazed generation. You're an awesome man of God and keep pushing the youngins sam and james haha. Love you man and i dont know why i've seen you LESS since you moved to VA. Expect a text or message soon.

RICK LEE - When i say LY, yall say RICKS. #BOW. Mr. Hustler of the year right here. Tremendously blessed to have you as a brother. I know I haven't been the best brother in the world to you but I hope you know the heart I got for you. Hopefully everytime when you wear my black Nikes, you remember that haha. I appreciate you always trying to help me whenever you can whether it be with shows or prayers. You're in my prayers as well. I'll be praying for SuperNova for sure. I remember that one time that you remembered that one time when I prayed for yall at the studio (sounds like inception) but it stuck with me that it stuck with you. We thanked God for blessing all of us even though we fall over and over (so, get up get up) but imagine what more would happen if we used what we have obediantly. And I was talking about myself too. I pray we can keep each other accountable and bring that JESUS movement here through SUPER and Helping Hands. Much love for ya always.

JASON MIN - You might be the easiest man to love. And the gentlest too. I'm very thankful for you and I know we haven't known each other too long, but love the spirit and heart you carry yourself with. You're an encouragement to those around you, and I'm not even talking about your music yet. Your music = amazing, of course. Best of luck to you and your new fiance. Super stoked for you Jason. I definitely need to make a philly trip! let's do another mcdonalds reunion soon :)

CAROLINE KIM - Thankful for you not being mad at me (because I won't allow it muhaha). I'm thankful for being friends and you wanting to be friends with me even though we've known each other for a short amount of time. I am still looking forward to boy meets world, home made chocolate cookies and ice cream. mmm!

ANIK KHAN - You are the Kumar to my Harold. The Prime to my K. The Queens to my Nova. I don't know...but either way man, you know you family for life. No matter how different and similar we are, I got nothing but love for you. Your family is my family and vice versa. No matter what happens in life, you're always a superstar to me man. Got 1000% belief in you. We gon make it history homie!

SARAH KIM- SARAH! I hope you're having the time of your life in Kona right now. It seems like you are. I'm very thankful for our friendship, albeit a rather short one. Thank you so much for what you did for me and helping me raise funds for my trip. Even though I couldnt contribute with monetary value, I still wanted to bless you with preparation and prayer. Catch up time is a MUST when you get back. Keep me updated with your progress with outreach and everything!

ENTERTAINMENT FAMILY - I've been tremendously blessed to work amazing artists and people in general over these past few years through Helping Hands and affliates. I see all of you as family and it's been a joy and an honor to have so much fun doing what we love. My intention isn't to name drop, but to show support and hopefully bring more support to the artists/groups I've had a priveledge to work with over the years: Lyricks, Manifest, JL, AMP, Dumbfoundead, DJ Zo, Melissa Polinar, JR Aquino, Kat Badar, Keshia Lee, Amanda Lee, Sickboi, CNote, April Lee, Jae Jin, Sarah Kim, Saving Thomas, Jason Min, Rooftop Pursuit, Ivy Rose, Mitchell Grey, Mike Yi, Robert Park, GT, A-tunes, Photoria, OneDaysWages, Eugene Cho, Black Sand, Kprime, GTwo, FAME, Kae Hock, C-Scholar, Edna Yoon, Tito Boy Scouts, Vince Lacsamana, Tim Jaca, Alvin Tan, Ajnin Precizion, Alan Deperio, David Lee, Chris Santa Ana, Alex Cena, Kollaboration, Christian Oh, Never in Denver, SNRG, Inspire, Mahal Foundation, Jubilee Project, House of Echo, AND MORE. Support your local artists and everyone above. Excited to expand this family too!

JEFF YOO - I dont know what day I'll be posting this officially, but as of today, I was blessed by our conversation over the phone last night talking about INSPIRE. Every time we talk, I leave the conversation encouraged and pumped, as it should be. I think that's real fellowship, both people getting excited for what the Lord is doing and who He is. I'm honored to be working with you, but more than that, working together to bring the blessings and the good news of Jesus Christ from coast to coast. I'll see you in March brother!

IVY ROSE GIRLS - I know I mentioned you in an earlier post but I just want to say how thankful I am for you all. You guys are young but you are a great encouragement and a great role model for younger girls growing up. I love your whole family especially moms. Tell her the korean bakery bread is coming! I hope you all have a safe and blessed trip in the Phillipines and can't wait to finally hang out. Your parents did you right and so proud of you all!

JI LEE - What an up and down friendship this has been already haha. Remember when you used to get mad at me for ABSOLUTELY no reason, i do :) I'm very thankful for you. You have one of the kindest hearts I know, you really do. You're that type of person that won't hesitate to help a friend. I know that is who you are in your purest form. So, no more being mad (in general) and no more being stupid, deal? :) Thanks for trusting me and being open that one time we met up and talked. Thanks for driving 1058151 miles and getting lost every time to visit haha. Please, buy a book to learn how to follow GPS instructions. I'm very thankful and once I'm all better, I'll play with TWIX!

MATT LEE - I mentioned you in the ANDC shout out, but you get another one. I don't know why but God has really put you on my heart in a big way. I'm thankful for our talk we had before I went up and spoke that one Friday. You're a leader. You're the leader there at ANDC. I dont mean praise leader or anything by title. But God placed you there for a reason. Check this, the flow of the congregation will heavily rely on your influence on them. Good or bad. He gave that trust because He trusts you. Remember everything we talked about, keep seeking Him. Obstain from the world man, you too good for that. Words, mind, heart and action - let them all lead to Jesus. Like how I put words first? ;) Love ya brother and lets keep balling!

ROBERT PARK - Yo, it's been a blessed time from that night where you came to my crib, to that free korshi (thank you again my good man) and other shows. thankful for you being honest with me and allowing me to carry your burdens with you man. keep your head high and your sights higher on the Lord, always. He > world. I see big change for you soon man, but keep fighting the right dog, ya know. I got mad love for you. dont let anything even be a speck in your eye. purity. integrity. character. you, in your purest of forms are all of that. thats who you are. keep moving forward brother man.

JASEN CHUNG - I'm very thankful for you, in general. For what you do. For who you are. For what you mean to many people all around the world. For you as a son to your parents. For you as a friend to all those around you. For you as an intercessory prayer monster. For you, period. Been a great journey and we both know the best is ahead of us. Not sure if we get to see each other every week like we did for all those years and wish we would of taken advantage of it more back then, but the Lord definitely allowed me to learn from that, as well as you. You're a good older brother. Keep pushing, keep seeking and dive deeper until the days when you get to party it up with Jesus. you can encourage me, you push me and i love you. Love you more than YOU know. February is going to be face ripping good.

NEW VISION FAMILY - What can I say about ALL of you. From the OGs to the new school youth. It's been a ride for sure. Back from when it was part of KPCW aka twinbrooke until now. A lot has changed, almost everyone has come and gone (to think of it, i think im the last one standing). From Shan, Pastor Lee and his family, Carol, Christien, Angela, Antonio, Paula, Lisa, Yoni, David Lee, Kevin Lui, Paul Oh, Jane, Brenda, Chantel, Andrew, Jason, Baekmin, Sangjun, the Youns, the elders, Wonga, Sarang, David Rhee, Hyukster, Hwan, Youngwoon, Shinae, Joon, Jasen, Sara, Sarah, Sunny, Paul, Pastor Jacob, the current YG, Pastor Jae, Dan, Deacon Godfrey, Mr. Williams and fam (ben and i forgot her name!), Gina, Thomas, Jae, Heman..i seriously can go on forever. I love you guys from the bottom of my heart. You guys were a big part of my life in the most developmental stages. I thank you for growing with me and trusting me. I miss yall and at the end of the day from top to bottom, we're always family.

JENNY JEU - My little sister! I'm very thankful that we've met and God gave me another little siter to love upon :) You're a super sweeatheart and never ever lose that innocence! Remember, it's a blessing to be a blessing and you are definitely a blessing. I know things in life are not perfect but keep your head up and keep looking to God. When you allow Him in, life gets better. Love you little sister!

CONNIE CHUNG - You lil shekker, haha. I'm super thankful that we got closer this past year. funny how this started because of football, but now i consider you as a little sister too! For some reason, I have always had a heart for you, even when I coached last year. You were this quiet girl who spoke in 2 words or less (still do) who just loved boys (still do), but I saw a lot more than just that. I'm glad you trust me and open up to me, means a lot! You know I'll always be here to listen to you, but you'll always know what advice I'll first give: Pray. Go to God :) Keep doing that and life will be more FULL, i promise!

ANDC FAMILY - What a weird whacky history we've had, and it's been only 2 years. I'm thankful to a lot of people individually and collectively. Thank you PSoo for trusting me to coach them 2 years in a row (your reward = championship muhah) and also speaking to your congregation. It was an honor and a humbling experience to do so. I said it once and I'll say it again, I see enormous amount of potential in all of you guys (indiv + collectively). Keep seeking the Lord and remember this: YES to GOD. NO to the world. With that in mind and in action, nothing can stop you guys. I promise you. I'm pretty sure I'll keep seeing you guys. Yall family. It's been a blessing to see many of you grow from Matt, Janice, Eunice, Allison, Moses, Joe Oh, Danny, James, etc etc. Never stop yall. 1,2,3 CHRIST LIKE!

HANNAH YOON - I'm not sure why, but the Lord has placed you on my heart. Even though we have minimal interactions, I see your desperation for the Lord and I just want to tell you to PURSUE it with passionately. There's so much glory and blessings awaiting you. Don't know if it will be through YWAM or a home ministry, that's between you and God, but it's there Hannah. We still have to get lunch or something sometime, I am excited to hear your heart once more. I'm thankful for even the short amount of time we've had and that night at korshi sticks out too. In the midst of all the commotion, we couldn't but to talk about Jesus. Keep pursuing Jesus, abstain from the ways of this world. Don't confide in people or success (whatever that looks like) but keep chasing the Lord with all your heart, mind and soul!

RACHEL LEE - Cuzzo. I'm tremendously thankful for you. I remember you were that girl who always came to my small group during lunch haha. I also remember you speaking very spanish to me and remember your non-stop rap after ihop haha. I'm thankful for even the short conversation that we had at the football tournament. Like I said before, for whatever reason I have a huge heart for you sister. You have all the potential in the world, and if and when you truly look to the Lord for everything, you're going to a problem (in a good way) ;) I hope you don't block me from your life like you did on twitter (HEEEHE) and lets have a sit down soon. If you ever need a brother to pray for you, I'm here. Love ya cuz!

SARA NA - As I'm writing this, I realized it's your birthday today :) So you turn 18 today! I'm thankful to have had you in my smallgroup and to have a continual relationship afterwards. I remember you just staring at me...eating. I found that so odd, but it broke the ice and allowed us to get closer I guess haha. I'm sure people have told you this, but you have a wise soul. I believe the Lord has blessed with a maturity (which can be a blessing or a curse at times) but I believe He gave that to you to be a blessing in other people's lives. You have a TREMENDOUS potential to be an amazing sister that people can turn to for sound Godly advice and as a prayer warrior. Especially with you and Rachel being as close as you guys are, you guys can definitely grow together and keep each other accountable. I'd like to sit down with you too/two and hear whats on your hearts. You have a beautiful soul and heart and don't let anyone or anything take that away. Keep pressing on to the Lord!

ANNA VANTA - Anna, I hope your trip back home was a blessed one, even through a tough time. I have yet to see you since that time but I am very thankful for you. You know I have tons of love for you and only want the BEST for you in all things. I still remember the bratty little kid that used to bug me about chipotle and would be my spy hahah. Good times. Now you bug me about monopoly deal, which is really long overdue. I'll see you soon lil one

BROOKE GIBSON - Brooke. Cat mommy. The mother of my cat. I can't put into words how much I love you. Maybe I can with loud strange noises, but I'm very thankful for all the times we had in Kona and our continued relationship after coming back home. For whatever reason, I have a heart to share the blessings that has happened in my life with you and I also want to share in your life so I know how to care and pray for you. You are an amazing person and love you tremendously. You are kinda sorta awesome. Can't wait to see you, because it will happen in some way or form!

HANUL - I'm thankful for you brother. You were the  most popular guy in Kona, how can I not be thankful! haha remember,"I AM POPULARRRRRR!" Many great memories and times with you. I do miss you. I do worry and pray for you. I'm super excited for you and anna going on that outreach with your church, man what i wouldnt do to be there too! We are in need of a skype catch up session, yeah? You're an encouragement and meant to lead for His kingdom. I miss that silly accent too, the one where you try to speak "hip hop" in an american accent with your australian accent. haha.Love you and miss you man. Skype soon

RON KIM - Like you always say, you already know. Even though we haven't seen each other since I kicked you outta my house haha, or talked that much since you been in Kona, that doesn't change a thing. I hope you're getting blessed like crazy in Kona and you still gotta tell me how it was when you left VA and went back home. I miss those days when we just sprawled out in the prayer room. Seriously miss that. I gotta hit up GA and you gotta hit up VA again. Keep praying for the homie Ben too. He's reached out to me, which im very thankful for too, but keep that brother in your prayers as well as me. And do a better job keeping me updated haha! Phone, facebook, skype...atleast use one of them haha. Love you man, can't wait to talk to you again soon

ANNA KIM - ANNA! Miss ya a lot. The coolest thing about our friendship is that we got a lot closer once we left Kona. From the time we spent in DC/VA and even keeping in touch while we're back at home. Probably because I slept so late that the time difference didn't matter haha. So you're probably just started your church outreach and I so want to be there! I'm very thankful that you're there so you can keep me updated and let me in on the blessings :) What I really love about you is your never failed excitement for anything Jesus. I love it and it's infectious! Never lose that sister. You're definitely a big part of my life now and I love our true fellowship times just getting each other more excited for JESUS. You better come down to VA again and I pray that I can go to Austrailia as well! Love you and be blessed!!

SAM CHOI - Sam Backflip Choi. HAHA, that video makes me happy. You make me happy. Very similar to Anna, I'm thankful that we got to become closer after Circuit Riders. I'm thankful for everytime I'm around you because you're an encouragement, a light (bright burning light might I add) and you keep me accountable. I enjoyed our time when you used to be in VA every weekend and ever since Ron left, you never hit me up since...Hm. haha. Nah, I have an extreme amount of love and respect for you and hope/pray you're doing well. We still got unresolved business to attend to so let's continue to meet up and keep moving for His kingdom brother. And i'll make some Maryland trips too to make it fair ;)

ABIGAIL LUCERO - ABIGAIL! I miss your personality, your bubbliness, your mom-iness and your hair haha. I'm so very thankful to have a sister like you. Oh I almost forgot, HEY GIRL :) How's life in AZ? I'm blessed to have met you at Kona and be one of my greatest friends there. You're an encouragement and an encourager. You definitely have the father's heart and you put it to good use sister! It's december already and in January you'll be a resident of DC for a year?? That's crazy. Super looking forward to it! Love you and miss you, even though you make fun of the way I dress.

STEPHANIE LAGERKVIST - I'm so thankful to have met you in Kona. Even though we didn't speak as much as we might of liked over there, but your heart for others and the Lord is so warming. Besides stealing Eleana from me from time to time haha, you're a dear sister and a light wherever you go. I'm glad through the wonders of the internet we still keep in touch. I'm super excited for all that you do there back at home and one day we'll see each other hopefully! Can't wait for all of our reuinion :)

CIRCUIT RIDER FAMILY - What can I say? Those 5 weeks in Kona, Hawaii with all of you and the rest of the YWAM family radically changed me for the rest of my life. Went from Pharisee to recovery Pharisee (shoutouts to Mendoza for that one HA!). It was a beautiful time full of revelations, healing, victories and every color of emotion you can think of. I grew into a better man only by the fact I knew my God in a bigger and realer way. Not everything was perfect but I firmly I was called to be there at that time for a specific reason. I just want to encourage any of you guys who are reading this to bring the community we experienced there, back home. It's good to go to the nations and do His work, but we must also have a heart to bring revival home. In the literal and physical sense. "How can we have a heart for the nations and not our neighbors." Be that revival everywhere you go yall. Keep pushing, keep pursuing and keep praising. Love you all and will always be family.

GLORIA KIM - LITTLE SISTER! I'm so thankful to have met you. As you already know, I've always wanted a little sister, as most people know, but a lot of people don't know why. Besides having the joy to play with them and see them grow, I want to have the opportunity to pour into someone and hopefully bless them and show them what it is to be a child of God. Also, to show what a man who loves and fears the Lord looks like as well. You are one awesome person and you will run into boys and all that nonsense, but hopefully I can be a good example even though I don't see you that often. I will always be here to listen and to pray with/for you but you know what i'll always say first - go to HIM first and thennn surround yourself with good sisters! You have an enormous heart and I don't think you even see that yet, but you do :) That's the best thing I love about you, your heart. My main worry is that the culture/society/people around you will influence you in a negative way, but then I realize and SEE how much God loves and holding onto you. You're a truly special person and never forget God will alwaysssss hold on to you. Love you!

GRACE CHOI - Miss Grace Choi. Elbow licker haha. When we first met, I saw just the exterior, a loud (actually your WHOLE church is loud haha) and expressive young girl, but more and more I been able to see you how God sees you. You have a special place too in my heart and praying for you. I'm glad you feel safe enough to come to me with your problems so we can talk it out sometimes, but God's there for you ALL the time. I see something special in you and really excited for you in the future. Keep your head high and stay strong. Keep persevering and understand in the bottom of your heart that life WITH God is 1000000000x better than life without. If you ever need a prayer, don't hesitate to ask. I'll always be more than happy to do that for you. I'll come visit as always and don't forget to wash those elbows!

CHELSEY KIM - Chelsey! I'm thankful to have met you along with all the YS people at the retreat. I truly am. I consider all of you like my little sisters and brothers, which makes my heart full :) Oh by the way, that random picture saying Hi was mad cute and made my day haha. I know we talked about meeting up and talking and im actually really looking forward to that. I'm excited to hear what's on your heart because I see greatttttt things for you. You're a light wherever you go and you bring smiles out of people, and that alone is a gift from God. You're who God intended you to be when you're happy, joyful and smiling. Use that gift to bring praise to God and not the world. Again, im excited for you sister! Let's talk soon :)

JAMES, ROBERT, "CHRIS", KEVIN - MY SMALL GROUP BOYS - Haha, I don't know why I started off laughing but I find it appropriate. Man, I love you guys a lot and was blessed by all of you at retreat. It's crazy how all of you are way too busy for me haha, jjasiks. But, let's seriously have some time to eat, play ball and more importantly fellowship. I see a LOT of good and a LOTTT of God in all of you guys. All of you guys have natural leadership qualities in you and hone that to praise Him. Faceless and nameless generation. I truly believe in all of you and my hope is to be able to pray with you as brothers and claim the victory that Jesus already won for all of us and spread that good news. You guys are awesome, but you suck at making time for me. That better change haha. Love yall

KYSPC FAMILY - KYSPC, I'm thankful that I happened to visit that Saturday where you guys first joined. Blessing to see pastor bobby and pastor dae. Blessing to meet some of the new guys from the KFC origin. Blessing to reunite with the kids from my past, the Suh brothers. Crazy how much you've grown in every way. You guys are growing up and so proud of you. Can't wait to sit down and catch up with you guys, been too long. Im so thankful to meet the Sim's sisters, even though many times I forget you guys' real first name HAHA. Seriously there are times where all I can think of is Sarah and Helen and forget your real names. Isnt it weird that both names start S and H, and the names I gave you does too without realizing it. It's your alter ego. ANYWAY, yeah you guys have awesome hearts too and looking forward to knowing your hearts more as well! All in all, I love you guys as a whole and God has placed a BURNING passion for you guys. Know that I will pray for you as individuals and as a whole. I have never been big on division because of church names or what not, so I consider you all family. If anyone tells you otherwise, tell them they don't know Jesus. My hope and prayer for everyone there is to know Jesus in such a real way that none of you guys can go a moment without showing that overflow love. You all have something special within and thats the love of Christ. Let your heart and want for the Lord show so brightly that there's not even an single inch of room for the enemy/world do live in you. Seriously love you all and praying for you.

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