A Christian first-love story about obedience, calling, and letting go. In this emotional episode, Hanaya faces a painful choice between a growing affection for Hiroto and the mission path Jesus called her to follow. Her honest, heartfelt goodbye—as the girl who led Hiroto to Jesus and quietly fell in love with him—offers a tender reminder that following Jesus often means choosing the harder, narrower road. Sometimes, even something beautiful can start pulling us off the path He asks us to walk.

Hanaya sends Hiroto a bittersweet voice message. For the first time, she finally admits she likes him. It’s what Hiroto has been hoping to hear ever since he confessed his feelings for her. But her admission isn’t the start of something new—it’s a goodbye.

Hiroto’s parents won’t support his dream of joining Hanaya in long-term missions in Mongolia or Vietnam. Then Hanaya learns he’s ready to go behind their backs—asking his grandmother for college money so he can follow her overseas. He’s even considering reaching out to Hanaya’s adventure-biker aunt, a massive YouTuber, hoping she’ll threaten to call out his parents online if they pressure the school to block Hanaya from taking her final exams.

The fact that he would go to such extremes for her touches Hanaya deeply—but it also breaks her heart and leaves her overwhelmed. His parents are already upset with her, and she can’t bear carrying the blame for even more conflict in his family.

Most painful of all, Hanaya realizes that her longing to stay close to Hiroto is starting to make her question the mission path she once promised Jesus she would follow. Loving him feels sweet—but it’s slowly tugging her heart away from the direction Jesus gave her.

The Japanese Song (Overall Interpretation):

The song expresses a love that must end, even though the feelings remain. The singer still thinks constantly about the one she loves but believes she cannot give him the happiness he longs for—so in her heartbreak, she chooses to let him go.

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Are you holding back your light for Jesus? Are you feeling hesitant to share your faith or speak the truth because of what others might think? 

Inspired by Charlie Kirk’s faith and courage, in this episode, Hanaya shares 8 lessons that challenge Christians—especially young believers—to rise above fear, embrace their mission, and boldly live for Jesus in every conversation, community, and calling. If you’re seeking courage, clarity, and guidance to make your life count for God’s purpose and shine bright for Jesus, this episode is a must-hear.

What you’ll hear:

1. Don’t Waste Your Life
2. Endure Hardships and Conflicts
3. Weakness Is Strength
4. Trust the Process
5. Think Outside the Box
6. It’s Time to Stop Hiding
7. Find Your Focus
8. Your Voice Changes History

This clip honors the memory of Charlie Kirk—a man who recognized his calling to youth, education, and politics, and stayed faithful to it. He intertwined his faith in Jesus with his cultural and political engagement, believing that truth belongs in every arena of life. On college campuses, he challenged conformity and inspired students to think critically and live courageously for truth. An unconventional evangelist, Charlie didn’t preach from pulpits but reasoned, debated, and engaged the questions of young people on university grounds. A reformer at heart, he saw the church not just as an institution, but as Christ’s ecclesia—called to bring biblical clarity and moral courage to every sphere of society.

I want to be remembered for courage for my faith.
— Charlie Kirk (1993-2025)

We are called to live out our faith in everyday life—not just within church walls. Wherever we study, work, live, or spend time, those places are our mission fields. Yet too often, we’ve become convinced that as Christ followers we can be passive, keeping our faith private to avoid offense. We file into our churches and hide, as if our responsibility ends at the sanctuary doors. The greatest threat we face isn’t the depravity of the wicked, but the indifference of the faithful.
— Allen Jackson

Where are the people who are willing to be brave for King Jesus? Everybody likes to be liked. Everybody likes to be loved. But don't think for one second that you're ever going to get along with the world as long as you've signed up for King Jesus. You're not going to get along. So, find joy in it.
— Troy Brewer

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What do you do when following Jesus costs more than you expected? We often believe it’s our right to enjoy a blessing—whatever form it takes. But if we chase the blessing more than we chase God’s call, we risk being deceived. Because not every blessing is truly a gift—sometimes it’s a snare. The real question is: can you let it go?

This word is for anyone who longs to follow Jesus in a world that pulls hard in the opposite direction. Remember: we cannot serve two masters. In every temptation and trial, God is proving your faith and your obedience.

One afternoon, as Hanaya and Hiroto linger after school, amid the fun and laughter, Hiroto admits the weight he feels—the steep cost of truly following Jesus. It’s the same crossroads each of us must face: surrender or self.

Perhaps today you find yourself in that place, visited by change you didn’t expect—or maybe never wanted. The future feels uncertain. Questions of provision, purpose, and direction press heavy. Yet right here, in this very moment, God sets before you a hinge point. Your surrender today could swing open the door to the destiny He designed for you. Say yes. Step forward. Trust Him. He is already on the other side—waiting to meet you there.

Be encouraged and challenged as you listen to this clip.

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What do you do when she won't say how she really feels? Can love endure when her signals shift and blur? Can it withstand unanswered confessions? Can it survive the weight of pressure and expectation? In the haze of uncertainty, is there someone truly worth holding on to?

Yeona playfully dresses up Hanaya and snaps photos that ripple through the school group chat. Norio and Akio are surprised Hiroto hasn’t seen them yet—but when he does, the longing he tried to bury begins to surface.

At home, Hiroto faces pressure from his parents: disapproval of his new faith, the weight of their expectations, and even threats to pressure the school into acting against Hanaya if she keeps speaking to him about Jesus.

At school, Hanaya has already told him to stop pursuing her (in clip: Choosing God’s Call Over Love), though her eyes hinted at something her words denied. She never truly answered his confession; she only turned it away with reasons he could not fight. With nothing more to say to convince her, frustrated and wounded, he withdrew into cold distance. Yet when he saw her picture, the ink in his diary dissolved into quiet longing.

Is Yeona’s plan working? Could one photo break through his defenses? And if so—can Hiroto love with courage and patience? Can he endure both his parents’ pressure and Hanaya’s mixed signals long enough to fight for her, and for love itself?

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As a Christian, it’s challenging to dress modestly in a culture that pressures you to be extra. The world says, “Look hot to get noticed.” But is being “hot” really the goal? Clothes are never just clothes—they reflect what we value. Christian modesty isn’t about rules—it’s honoring God above trends.

Hanaya misses Hiroto. She senses he’s still upset and avoiding her. One afternoon, fresh from a run, she spots him playing basketball. She lingers behind a tree, quietly watching. Yeona, back from a modeling gig, notices Hanaya and sneaks up mischievously, teasing her to spill who she’s been staring at. She plots a plan to help Hanaya—suggesting a hot look to win the attention of the boy she likes. Their playful banter soon shifts into a deeper talk about modesty, heartbreak, and eternity-minded choices.

John Piper:

Don’t just ask, “What’s wrong with it?” about your music, your movies, your clothing, your parties, or your habits. Don’t just ask, “Is it a sin?”—that’s the lowest bar you can set for your life.

Instead, ask: “Does this help me run? Does it help me run with all my focus, energy, and love for God? Or does it trip me up when I’m trying to grow in patience, kindness, gentleness, love, holiness, purity, and self-control?”

Don’t aim for just avoiding sin. Don’t settle for the minimal standard. Aim for the highest one. Take hold of the marathon that is your life and run it with purpose. Shape every choice—how you train, eat, think, and dress to be the most God-exalting runner you can be. Finish the race spent for His glory.

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Hiroto's a bit upset with Hanaya. But they’ve agreed to keep their distance and give each other some space. So things between them are... quiet.

Enter Yeona. The new girl… who isn’t so new to Hiroto. A rising teen model with big dreams and a spotlight chasing her, Yeona once shared a classroom — and a friendship — with Hiroto back in Tokyo. She moved to Seoul after 9th grade, and now, out of nowhere, she’s reappeared in this sleepy seaside town. Hiroto knew she was coming back to Japan… but Kamakura? His school? That he didn’t see coming.

On her first day back, the two reconnect after school. But knowing the kind of industry Yeona's stepping into, Hiroto doesn’t hold back — he dives into a heart-to-heart about purpose, identity, and the bigger picture of life. He’s hoping to plant a seed... maybe even wake something up in her.

But not everything is as simple as it looks.

What’s the real reason Yeona chose this town… this school?
And what will Hanaya think when she sees Yeona getting too close to Hiroto?

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In this heartfelt and intimate dialogue between Hanaya and Jesus, we explore the tension of making decisions when God’s will isn’t immediately clear. When it comes to the specifics of life, it often seems that God invites us into a process of discernment. He doesn’t always give immediate answers; instead, He allows us to wrestle with decisions. There’s a purpose in that struggle.

If you’ve ever struggled to discern God’s direction in love, relationships, what job to take, whom to marry, where to live, or any other life decisions, this conversation will resonate deeply. 

After unintentionally hurting Hiroto with her words (previous clip), Hanaya finds herself burdened with guilt and inner conflict. Longing for clarity and peace, she retreats the next day—after school—to a quiet place, seeking solitude, reflection, and a space to pour out her heart to Jesus. There, in raw honesty, she wrestles with emotion, uncertainty, and the weight of an unclear future. Jesus offers compassionate wisdom on why He sometimes chooses to withhold clarity. 

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Some believe love and calling don’t have to be at odds—that they can walk the same path. And sometimes, that’s true. But not always. Would you be willing to let go of someone you like if their path isn’t the one God is calling you to walk? Would you surrender to stay focused and faithful to your calling?

When pressure mounts, when personal desire collides with divine direction, our choices reveal the true depth of our devotion to Jesus. Whose voice will we follow?

Hiroto is upset-Hanaya never told him about the school meeting with his parents and others (previous clip). He feels blindsided, left out of something that clearly mattered. What stings most is his mom’s threat to Hanaya—something he now feels he should’ve seen coming.

Meanwhile, Hanaya is wrestling with her unspoken feelings for Hiroto and the unsettling uncertainty of whether he truly belongs in her future. She fears that Hiroto may be pursuing the mission path more out of love for her than out of a true calling from Jesus. To her, his affection—deep and sincere as it is—seems to blur his ability to clearly hear Jesus' voice. And that worries her. 

In trying to protect both of them, Hanaya says things that may have unintentionally wounded him more deeply than she realized. She wants him to choose calling over love. But Hiroto believes his love for her is part of how his calling is being shaped.

Did the school meeting push Hanaya to speak too soon? Or was it fear—fear that Hiroto isn’t ready for the pressure ahead? Was it the necessary truth that needed to be spoken in love, or Hanaya projecting her own doubts? Did she misread Hiroto’s heart… or did Hiroto misread hers? 

Could it be Jesus’ will for Hanaya and Hiroto to be together? Is Hanaya and Hiroto’s love part of Jesus’ plan? Stay tuned to discover what unfolds.

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This compelling clip explores faith under pressure, the clash between conformity and courage, and the fire it takes to stand alone and speak the truth when silence feels safer. If you’ve ever felt pressure to hide what you believe, if you've ever been told to sit down when everything in you says to speak up — this moment will reach into your soul and hold a mirror to it.

After secretly reading Hiroto’s diary and finding baptism photos on his phone, his parents are shaken — not just by what they see, but by what it implies. They’re not alone. Noriko and Akio’s families, equally alarmed, rally together. Unnerved by whispers of Jesus and Bible verses taking root in their children’s hearts, they reach out to Ms. Megumi, Hanaya’s classroom teacher, demanding a meeting with Hanaya and her mother.

As members of well-connected, affluent households, they expect to be heard and get results. They intend to pressure Hanaya into silence, insisting she stop speaking about Jesus and the Bible at school. Ms. Megumi, caught between her professional duty and her concern for Hanaya, agrees to mediate the conversation.

Confident in their social standing and convinced they can reason with Hanaya, the parents assume she’s merely a naive, misguided teen. But as the conversation unfolds, their assumptions begin to crack. They had gravely underestimated the strength of Hanaya’s conviction — and the depth of her understanding. Hanaya listens calmly. She answers with clarity, composure, and grace. And in their attempt to suppress the Gospel, they are, perhaps for the first time, standing in its light. When persuasion fails, frustration gives way to threats — in a final attempt to silence her voice.

It is fatal to enter any war without the will to win it.
— General Douglas MacArthur

The unwasted life is the life that puts Christ on display as supremely valuable. It seems to be woven into the very fabric of our consumer culture that we move toward comfort, towards security, toward ease, towards safety, away from stress, away from trouble, away from danger and it ought to be exactly the opposite.
— John Piper

How shall I feel at the judgment, if multitudes of missed opportunities pass before me in full review, and all my excuses prove to be disguises of my cowardice and pride?
— W. E. Sangster

Peace is always preferable to war, but some wars must be fought because the cost of not fighting them is too high. Appeasement has and never will work when confronted by a bully spirit.
— Rick Joyner

When it all comes down to it, no matter what happens to you and me amid our loyalty to King Jesus, it's not about how we stood alone in the day we stood. It's not about how we took on Hell in a very selfless way that other people did not appreciate. The hard things that we've stood loyal to might not have mattered to anybody then, but it matters on that day. 
— Troy Brewer

Parents who are crazy radical in love with Jesus are going to have a big effect on their kids.
— John Piper

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Hiroto’s been on a whole new level ever since that unforgettable beach day (you heard the last clip, right?). Something shifted. Watching Hanaya light up with joy after his beach baptism did something to him. Now he’s making moves that feel straight out of a K-drama—sweet and impossible to miss. Yuri, Akio, and Noriko can’t help but notice, following every moment like it’s their favorite drama playing out in real life.

So… is Hiroto finally catching feelings out loud? Is a confession just around the corner? 

One thing’s for sure—Hiroto better walk this path with care. Hanaya's heart may flutter, but her purpose still burns bright. 

Don't miss this unexpected glow-up in love. Stay tuned to see how this love story continues to grow.

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Five friends—Hanaya, Yuri, Hiroto, Akio, and Noriko—spend an afternoon at Shichirigahama Beach (Kamakura, Japan) after school. They reflect on what it means to trust God and stay true to His plan, even when everything feels quiet and uncertain. Amid their conversation, Hiroto surprises Hanaya in a way she never expected. Could it be that God had this moment planned all along?

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What do you do when someone seems to be chasing Jesus but also chasing you? For every Christian teen wrestling with love and figuring out if a relationship is really part of God's plan — this one’s for you.

Hanaya is caught between the stirrings of first love and her desire to stay focused on what Jesus has for her. As she opens up to her mom about Hiroto's interest in her, she wrestles with questions about his genuine desire to follow Jesus, the spiritual responsibility of guiding him, and emotional boundaries. 

Whether you're a teen girl seeking godly wisdom or a parent guiding your child through these tender moments, this will touch your soul.

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Are you living a surrendered life? Is there real synergy between you and Jesus? 

We’re stronger when we stop carrying life on our own.

While waiting for their turn in a theatre play, Hanaya and Hiroto start chatting about leaning on Jesus' strength when facing tough situations. Hanaya is impressed by some of the things Hiroto says. She also shares a meaningful life lesson from her childhood. As they keep talking, it seems like Hiroto gets a bit carried away and might have hinted that he likes her.

Is Hanaya hearing a quiet confession of love?
Was Hiroto being impulsive—or was this a bold, intentional step forward?

Let’s grow together as we learn to walk in step with Jesus—and recognize the right people He brings into our lives to walk with us.

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Some girls at school are envious of the attention Hanaya is receiving from Hiroto. They gossip about her behind her back and slander her character. Meanwhile, Hiroto's mom is upset that he continues to hang out with Hanaya.

Despite all this, Hiroto defends Hanaya as she endures criticism for talking about Jesus and the God-honoring way she carries herself at school.

In Japan, there's a proverb that goes, "The nail that sticks out gets hammered down." Japanese society emphasizes conformity to keep things peaceful and harmonious. Any straying from the norm usually gets pushed back against.

Hiroto sees it. He feels it. And it stirs something deep in him. He admires how brave Hanaya is for being herself. He writes down his thoughts while reflecting on the world, his life, and Hanaya.

You probably could live a calmer life, an easier life, if you didn't know certain things, but once you know it, you can't go back on it.
— Kevin Zadai

I know there's a lot going on, but someone has to stay focused on the Great Commission and on taking the Gospel to the ends of the earth. The Kingdom of Heaven often advances best through small things and in places where very few people are looking. You need to be willing to suffer the scandal of teaching that there is one true God. And He has revealed Himself through one true Savior, and that Savior is Jesus Christ.
— Paul Washer

Do you suppose that I came to give peace on earth? I tell you, not at all, but rather division.
— Jesus

I have people all the time just ask me, "Man, I don't know how you have such passion. I'm like, "Well, I don't know how you're so dead."
— Troy Brewer

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Yuri: We are half-alive because we are half-awake to Jesus. We are far more busy than we want because we have far less of Jesus than we need. Our love for Him now resembles the cooling coals of a long-dying fire.

Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her.
— Jesus

Are you constantly busy, distracted, anxious? Move beyond burnout and back into intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. This is not just another call to slow down — it's a divine invitation to come alive.

Something new is beginning to emerge on the other side. It's a new day of grace, a time of rebirth, a season of new strength. If you are ready to move forward in this appointed time as the person the Father has created you to be, make sure to check your oil. The true new thing of God cannot run apart from the fresh oil of intimacy and His presence. The oil that we have may seem small, but a whole other world and an unending Kingdom is ready to come alive from within it.

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Hanaya can’t shake off her aunt’s comments about Hiroto (from the previous clip). While the two hang out in the school common room, she finally gathers the courage to ask what’s been weighing on her heart: “Are you following Jesus because you truly want to—or because you like me?”

Caught off guard and afraid that she might stop talking to him, Hiroto plays it safe. What follows is an honest, heart-searching conversation about relationships, calling, and eternity. Hanaya shares her passion for cross-cultural missions after high school, her personal boundaries around purity, and her desire to live a life that truly matters.

Hiroto begins to realize that pursuing her might come with deeper challenges—and deeper meaning—than he expected. He feels like time is slipping away. As Hanaya drifts off into a short nap, Hiroto watches her quietly, his heart stirred. In that still moment, he whispers a prayer to Jesus, unsure of the future but desperate to be real.

Whether you're a Christian teen, a parent, a mentor, or just someone seeking truth—you’ll find something here to stir your heart, challenge your thinking, and remind you what really matters. Perhaps God may prompt you to think outside the box of a conventional life.

Only one life, the still small voice
Gently pleads for a better choice
Bidding me selfish aims to leave
And to God’s Holy will to cleave
Only one life, a few brief years
Each with its burdens, hopes, and fears
Each with its days I must fulfil
Living for self or in His will
Give me Father, a purpose deep
Let me say, Thy will be done
And when at last I’ll hear the call
I know I’ll say it was worth it all
Only one life, it will soon be past
Only what’s done for Christ will last
— C.T. Studd

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Hanaya’s aunt, who is deeply fond of and protective toward her, invites Hanaya to spend some time together before setting off on a long solo motorbike trip. At the garage, amidst the tools and bikes, the two share a meaningful conversation. Her aunt opens up about feeling frustrated over not having clarity on what God’s next step is for her. Hanaya gently offers her perspective. 

As their talk deepens, the conversation shifts to relationships—specifically, whether any boys at school have shown interest in Hanaya. With heartfelt wisdom, her aunt speaks about the importance of setting clear boundaries and urges Hanaya to never let her guard down, especially when it comes to love and purity.

Whether you’re a teen, young adult, or parent, this conversation will resonate with anyone seeking God’s direction and desiring to honor Him in their relationships.

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Are you afraid to share the Gospel when it matters most? In this clip, we explore what it means to have courage as a Christian under pressure and why to boldly speak the truth.

Hanaya's teacher calls her in for a chat because some parents of her classmates have complained that she's influencing their children toward Christianity.

Hanaya must decide: will she shrink back or stand strong for Jesus? Can she hold her ground under pressure? Will she play it safe and dim her light, or will she continue to be a bright shining lamp for Jesus at school? And what does Jesus say to Hanaya at the end?

Context: What's Hanaya up against?

For many Japanese people, Shintoism and Buddhism are closely intertwined with their identity and culture. Leaving your family's religion can be like leaving your family. Also, due to negative experiences with religious cults in the past, many Japanese are skeptical and suspicious of new beliefs. Religion and religious events are considered separate things by the Japanese. Religious activities in Japan tend to be pragmatic, like praying for money, success in exams, naming ceremonies, removing bad luck, dressing up for fun, etc. They don't think deeply about their beliefs. Also, recent studies indicate that 30% to 39% of the population identify as convinced atheists.

We need the courage to declare and display the Gospel through our words, our work, and our character.
— Dr. Patrick Fung

It does not require a majority to prevail, but rather an irate, tireless minority keen to set brushfires in people’s minds.
— Samuel Adams

Our battle is a battle of persuasion. Be a voice, be an advocate for the Kingdom of God. Share the wonder, beauty, and truth of God without hesitation. Sometimes we get locked down in a way that the enemy would want us to, to not talk, to not speak up, to not declare the truth of God, because the truth is what sets people free.

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Have you ever felt like no matter how much you accomplish, it still doesn’t quiet the ache inside? Like something’s missing—something that success, approval, or even time just can’t fix? Do you ever feel unseen, not enough, or weighed down by the past?

Hanaya has sensed something in Hiroto for a while—something unspoken. She knows it’s time to say what’s been on her heart. When she finally does, Hiroto opens up.

Could this be a God moment?

What about you? Are you trying to fix your heart on your own?

If you’re carrying pain, feeling the pressure, or wrestling with life’s deeper questions—maybe it’s time to encounter the love your heart has been longing for all along.

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Do you ever experience God in the little, everyday things? Have you ever felt like God was speaking to you through something simple—like rain, nature, or a random moment in your day?

In this clip, Hiroto encounters another of Hanaya’s unique ways of seeing things. 

Hiroto has been reading the Bible Hanaya gave him, asking questions as he goes. But what’s really driving his curiosity? Is it a growing faith—or a quiet crush on Hanaya? As he spends more time with Hanaya, more of her world is bleeding into his. The more he listens to her, the more he finds himself drawn—not just to her, but to the God she knows so intimately.

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How are you spending your short years on this planet? Are you living with intention—or simply drifting through life? Have you embraced the purpose God entrusted to you, or have comfort and self-interest dulled your spiritual edge?

The clock is ticking—tick-tock, tick-tock...

Yuri and Hanaya confront the dangers of spiritual passivity. This is a wake-up call to shake off complacency and own your God-given calling. Now is the time to live with urgency. Steward your gifts, time, finances, and influence to make it less about yourself and more about revealing Jesus to the world.

Come to the end of your life—your one and only precious, God-given life—and let the last great work of your life, before you give an account to your Creator, be this: playing softball and collecting shells. Picture them before Christ at the great day of judgment: “Look, Lord. See my shells.” That is a tragedy.
– John Piper

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I lost all my friends at school, now that I’ve begun to ‘walk my talk’, they make fun of me. I don’t even know what I have done. I don’t really have to say anything and they turn from me. But you know what, I am not going to apologize for speaking the name of Jesus. I am not going to justify my faith to them, and I am not going to hide the light that God has put into me. If I have to sacrifice everything I will. I will take it. If my friends have to become my enemies for me to be with my best friend Jesus, then that's fine with me.
— Rachel Joy Scott | From her diary, 1998

I dedicate this clip in memory of Rachel Joy Scott. Rachel was 17 years old and the main inspiration behind the character Hanaya Oki. If you want to know about Rachel and what happened to her, you can read the post "Rachel Joy Scott: The teen who loved Jesus".

Is Jesus the most important person in our lives? When the trials of life arrive, and we suffer loss, is Jesus still worthy? We can never glory in our capacity to love Him back. The spotlight isn't really on us or Rachel. Those who know they're loved best, love best.

If you've lost sight of Jesus, may your heart be stirred, realigned, and renewed as you listen to Hanaya's heartfelt words to Jesus and the worship song.

It's not the stretch of life that matters. It's the depth of life. It's not how long we live. It's how we live.
— Leonard Ravenhill

God can’t do anything in your life unless you meet him halfway. You have to make room for him. A lot of room. Go after God. Whatever it takes, do it. And don’t give the excuse, “I am just a teenager” or “I’ll do that when I grow up,” because it doesn’t work that way.
— Rachel Joy Scott | From her diary

I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ.
— Apostle Paul

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On their way back from Shichirigahama beach, Hanaya and her mom engage in a conversation about what causes the hardening of the heart and the falling away of believers. They explore the sobering reality of how people can shipwreck their faith. False prophets, false Christs, false Gospel, and a false church are proliferating among us. How do believers get off track? What throws them into confusion and deception?

Hanaya's mom cites that the fundamental problem is not the ignorance of the truth. There's a basic reason why people do not own up to the truth. As you listen to the words of caution and encouragement in this conversation, tend to the soil of your own heart. Stay anchored, stay alert, and most importantly, stay in love with God. 

The most ridiculous thing you can ever say is keep God first, keep God number one. Don't ever say that. Because you're assuming He's in the same category with everyone else. God's in a box all to Himself. There is no second. He's in a category completely separate and distinct from everything else that exists and He's there alone. I labor in my own heart to drive out other loves, competing loyalties. Let us get a greater vision of Him that He might be singular in our hearts.
— Paul Washer

Proverbs 4:18 tells us, “The path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, that shines brighter and brighter until the full day.” When we walk the path of the righteous or the right path, our walk will become continually brighter no matter how much darkness increases around us. If this is not the case, if we, too, are experiencing increasing darkness, depression, and disorientation, then we have gotten off the right path. If we ask the Lord, He will help us understand where we got off track, but we must make the choice to turn around and be decisive in doing so.
— Rick Joyner

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God created time itself—and carved out a piece of eternity for you to exist in. You are not a random accident or just another number in the crowd. You were intentionally designed by a God who knows you more deeply than you know yourself.

He is all-knowing, ever-present, and because of that—you are never truly alone. A single whisper from Him can shift the direction of your entire life. This isn’t about religion or rituals. This is about a real, personal relationship with the God who made you.

Do you truly know God outside the box of tradition and religion? Are you open to a deeper connection?

Let this message from the Bible awaken something in you. Open your heart, lean in, and explore the life-changing truth of how intimately God knows you. May this invoke curiosity in you to dig deeper and go farther.

Being known by God has deep transforming effects upon the human heart. Namely, it produces love for God.
— John Piper

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What we see depends on what we look for. There’s always more to every story. Hanaya reflects on how the world’s distractions and deep longings reveal a need for something more — something eternal. In a journey of perspective and faith, we’re reminded that Jesus is not just the guide, but the goal. May this help you to refocus and realign your heart with Jesus.

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