Rest to Soar Higher

Not far from my home is a man-made wetland where various waterfowl and herons—including grey herons, egrets, ibises, and spoonbills—make their home. As evening falls, you can see bird after bird gliding gracefully toward the large trees in the water, finding a spot on the already crowded branches. The interlocking branches extending from the main trunk gently sway as they steadily hold bird after bird.

In the glow of sunset, they prepare to rest.

Just as the four seasons turn and the solar terms change, all things have a time to move and a time to be still. The birds can rest in peace because a tree catches them; this tree can provide secure rest because it's deeply rooted in the ground. A good night's sleep renews the birds' strength, so they can soar high again the next day, greeting the morning sun.

This scene perfectly captures KRC's 2026 annual theme: Rooted in the Lord's love, renewed in strength, and raised up in hope.

For Christians who desire to engage in workplace ministry, what can they say or do—and what should they avoid—when facing job instability alongside their colleagues? In reality, “the witness of actions” is more powerful than verbal preaching. Convey hope through words of encouragement, share that your peace and strength come from faith, and ask about others’ needs. After all, ministry is not a slogan, but shining even under pressure.

Whether in work or any season of change, it can bring pressure and anxiety—or it can bring forth faith and hope.

The Stewardship section specially invited Elder Elaine Kung, Coach Jacky Chen, and Elder Fred Lin—all experienced and long-serving ministers to marketplace Christians—to offer advice and encouragement on responding to the wave of job cuts: navigate seasons of transition with trust and action; affirm your own value; and rely wholeheartedly on the Lord.

Millennials + Second-generation immigrants + Christ-centered Christians = What kind of POV?

The new column in the Knowledge & Practice section, Lilia's POV, by author Lilia Tse, will interpret moments from her life, faith, and relationships through the lens of these identities. She once had achievements that people envied, yet her heart was empty. The turning point in her life came when she completely surrendered to the Lord who loves her and put God first.

The Families section article "The Compassionate Father's Little Daughter" examines the physical, mental, spiritual, and social wholeness Jesus brought to the woman with the issue of blood. Author Pastor Andrew Su invites readers to reflect: Are you also willing to become the hem of the garment that transmits the power and love of our gracious Lord?

In the Neighbors section, missionary Xiao Bai writes about her daily life and unexpected situations. Read: Those People in the Mission Field; Those Things in the Mission Field.

Rev. Andrew Su, who has nurtured, cared for, supported, and guided KRC Magazine and its team as Editor-in-Chief since its founding in 2005, will participate in this ministry as an advisor starting in 2026. Because he is rooted in love for God, love for writers, and love for ministry through the written word, KRC has been continually renewed in strength, raising readers up in hope through issue after issue and article after article.

Dear readers, we hope you will continue to walk with KRC Magazine and KRC through reading, sharing, prayer, and giving, so that in the new year, we may be rooted, renewed, and raised up together.