Stay Close to God: Lessons From Dad

Growing up, Brother Bernard watched his Filipino immigrant father sacrifice everything to start over in America, yet somehow stay completely devoted to his faith. The question that never left Brother Bernard alone: Why? Why was his dad’s faith so strong?

In This Episode
00:00 The Search for Meaning
02:54 Lessons from a Father’s Faith
05:43 The Journey to the Ministry
08:40 Finding True Happiness
11:42 The Call to Serve
14:50 Faith Through Adversity
17:41 The Impact of Faith on Family
20:45 The Role of Gratitude
23:28 Transformative Changes in Life
26:42 The Legacy of Faith
29:32 Navigating Life’s Challenges
32:22 The Blessings of Service
35:11 The Importance of Perspective
38:10 Embracing Change
41:01 The Power of Connection
43:42 Lessons for Future Generations
46:37 The Bigger Picture of Life
49:27 The Importance of Faith in Grief
52:16 The Journey of Self-Discovery
55:14 The Role of a Parent
57:40 Final Reflections on Faith and Family



Brother Bernard’s journey to joining the ministry shows us that sometimes the greatest changes happen when we stop to understand the why behind what we do, why we’re here, and the true purpose God gives us.

If Brother Bernard’s story resonates with you, or if you know anyone who has ever felt that feeling of getting everything but still feeling empty, share this episode. Sometimes we need someone to tell us that sacrificing for our true purpose doesn’t mean we’re at a loss… the truth is, it can be the complete opposite.

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