#001: Come and See (Part 1 of 2) [PODCAST]
This podcast session features my talk at InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, South Texas Area Fall Retreat, in Corpus Christi, TX. I was asked to present on the topic, "Being Disciples, Making Disciples". Discipleship is often overlooked because it is not as flashy...
5 IMPORTANT QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF AT NEW YEAR’S EVE
Unbelievable. This year is almost over. I can still remember bringing in last year. As you reflect upon this past year, what do you remember? What are the highlights? What was challenging? The art of remembering and reflection is an important part of being a world...
10 LESSONS ABOUT LIFE AND LEADERSHIP FROM MY 3 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER
My daughter turned three a few days ago! Woohoo! She is beautiful, intelligent, and extremely funny! I am so thankful to be her father. I know she is not old enough to read this post, but I hope one day she will read this and know how much I love and admire her. I...
TOP 10 BOOKS THAT SHAPED ME THIS YEAR (AND HOW I FOUND MORE TIME TO READ)
I would not call myself an avid reader. In fact, up until a couple of years ago, I could count on one hand how many books I've read from cover to cover... Sad. I know! Don't judge me. Haha. But I made a commitment at the beginning of this year to read more. Not...
ENHANCE YOUR LEADERSHIP THROUGH REGULAR BLOG READING
I love reading blogs! I get so many great ideas and new perspectives when I take time to scan blog posts daily. I do this efficiently by using an application called "Feedly". Feedly creates a simple, minimalistic inbox for all of the blogs to which I subscribe. If...
10 IMPORTANT PEOPLE THAT I AM THANKFUL FOR THIS THANKSGIVING!
"Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." Thanksgiving is right around the corner! I'm excited! I have many people for which to be thankful. I have narrowed it down to 10 different people. I could do more. I hope you enjoy...
HOW TO IMPROVE SOUTH ASIAN AMERICAN GENDER DYNAMICS IN 6 SPECIFIC WAYS
Let's be honest. There are unspoken rules when it comes to gender dynamics in the South Asian community. Men get several privileges while women do not. Talented women are treated differently because they don't fit into a stereotypical mold. Our community...
HOW TO TAKE YOUR FIRST FEW STEPS INTO GOD’S GLOBAL MISSION
Whoa! Global missions is for super-Christians! Right!? I'm not sure about that -- what if God was calling you and I to think more about the world? I know it may sound scary and overwhelming, but I believe each person has some role to play. Consider these steps to...
6 TRAITS OF A THRIVING SOUTH ASIAN AMERICAN CHURCH!
I have said this many times, I LOVE the South Asian church!! I believe God has a plan and purpose for its existence in the United States. Though many South Asian churches have become unhealthy, I believe it is not the end. You and I have the chance to use this...
ARE YOU TIRED OF BEING AN ETHNIC MINORITY?
Lately, I've felt the pressure and strain of being an ethnic minority. The hot debate regarding Immigration Reform, the story of Trayvon Martin, the unhealthy dialogue surrounding Miss America, and the discussion about Rick Warren's photo of the Red Guard, have...
