Nesting In Osaka

24/05/2026

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Sometimes the thing stealing your peace isn’t the situation itself. It’s forgetting who is with you in the middle of it.

Life can feel overwhelming at times, and fear is a very real part of being human. But God never asks us to pretend our struggles don’t exist.

Instead, He reminds us that we don’t have to carry them alone. His presence doesn’t always remove the challenge immediately, but it gives us strength, comfort, and hope as we walk through it.

When you know God is beside you, you can walk through difficulties with confidence. You may not have all the answers, and the circumstances may not change overnight, but you can still live from a place of peace.

Why? Because the Creator of the universe is fighting your battles. He’s guiding your steps, opening the right doors, and giving you strength for every season. Fear may try to whisper lies, but God’s promises are always greater than your worries.

The enemy wants you anxious, isolated, and hopeless. But God keeps reminding His people:
“I am with you.”

Not “you will never face trouble.”
Not “everything will always go your way.”
But: “You will not face it alone.”

26/04/2026

TWO KINDS OF RIGHTEOUSNESS

Which one are you living from?

Many of us try to relate to God based on what we do, but Scripture shows us a clear contrast:

Self-righteousness
• Based on works
• Focused on performance
• Leads to pride or discouragement
• Cannot save

“All our righteous acts are like filthy rags.” — Isaiah 64:6

Righteousness through Jesus
• Based on grace
• Received by faith
• Rooted in what Jesus has already done

“For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.” — 2 Corinthians 5:21

The difference changes everything.

One says: “I have to earn it.”
The other says: “Jesus already finished it.”

Because of Jesus’ righteousness, we now have right standing with God, walk in His favor, and grow into the life He has prepared for us.

And from that place, grace does not remove obedience— it enables us to obey.

25/04/2026

09/04/2026

You were never meant to walk alone

Living abroad can feel isolating at times
But God designed us for connection, not isolation

He places people in our lives to walk with us
to encourage us, pray for us, and help us grow in faith

At Grace Community, we gather to grow in God’s Word together, to build each other up,
and to celebrate what God is doing in each life

We do life together in Christ

“If one person falls, the other can reach out and help…”
Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 NLT

Come as you are
Let’s grow together 🤍

05/04/2026

The grave is empty.
It is finished.

Not partial. Not in progress.
Completely done.

Jesus already carried what we couldn’t.
He already paid what we couldn’t pay.

Because of Jesus, we are not defined by our past,
not bound by guilt, but free to live in His grace.

Because of Him, we live in grace
Free, forgiven, and made new.

This is the good news!

03/04/2026

God designed you for connection, not isolation.

Even Jesus walked with others—He had His disciples, people He shared life with, prayed with, and journeyed with.

We were never meant to do life alone.

The Word reminds us, “As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend.” (Proverbs 27:17, NLT)

Let’s grow together. 🤍

29/03/2026

You’re not meant to walk alone.
We all need people—people who listen, pray, and walk with us through every season.

Grace Community is a place to connect, be encouraged, and grow in faith together.

26/11/2025

Part 1: Sharing What We Learned From The Couples Retreat We Attended

We wanted to share something meaningful from the couples retreat we attended because we believe many couples can benefit from it. One thing that really stood out to us was this: husbands and wives are equal in God’s eyes, but God gave us different roles. It doesn’t mean one is ahead or more important. It simply means we complement each other in the way God designed.

Ephesians 5:33
“Each one of you must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.”

Husband’s Role
1. Leader — spiritually, financially, and in guiding the values of the home
2. Lover — showing effort and making his wife feel loved and cared for

Wife’s Role
1. Helpmate — helping, assisting, and supporting
2. Submit — trusting her husband’s leadership
3. Respect — honoring him in words, actions, and attitude

We also learned about the basic needs of husbands and wives, and hearing them clearly explained made so much sense.

Husband’s Basic Needs
1. Honor - Feeling respected, appreciated, and acknowledged, especially in front of others

2. Physical Intimacy -Feeling connected, affirmed, and loved through intimacy and affection.

3. Fun and Friendship - Spending time together, laughing, enjoying activities, and not only talking about problems.

4. Support at Home - A peaceful and encouraging home environment that helps him feel capable, valued, and appreciated.

Women’s Basic Needs
1. Security - Feeling emotionally and financially safe because her husband is dependable and present.

2. Non-sexual Affection - Simple gestures like hugs, holding hands, and gentle touches that show care without expectations.

3. Open and Honest Communication - Feeling heard, understood, and included in conversations instead of being dismissed or minimized.

4. Leadership -A husband who takes initiative, makes decisions with her, guides the family spiritually, and is responsible.

As we reflected on these, we realized that many misunderstandings in marriage come from unmet or unspoken needs. But when we understand each other better, we love each other better.

We’re sharing this because it really helped us, and we hope it encourages someone else too. 💛

12/04/2025

Tote-ally adorable yarn bags available at Arn Yarn 😍

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27/09/2024

🌸☕️ Just tried the Kyoto Latte and it's a game changer!

The Kyoto latte was created by % Arabica in Kyoto and consists of a shot of espresso topped with velvety steamed milk that's mixed with a splash of condensed milk.

The balance of flavors is simply perfection – a must-try for all coffee lovers out there! If you're in Kyoto, this drink is definitely worth a stop at Arabica Coffee! ✨