The World Changes, but Our Father Never Changes

Picture taken at our local public market 2026

What I notice lately is that the situation in the Middle East seems to have calmed down compared to before. At least from what we can see on the outside, life appears to be going back to normal again. 

But honestly, it is becoming harder these days to know what is really happening in the world just by watching the news or reading articles online. Many media sources now lean strongly to one side, so sometimes it is difficult to know what is fully true and what is only part of the story.

From Crisis to Prayer

Every day, the situation in our village and in many parts of Thailand is becoming more difficult. Gasoline stations have been closed for several days at a time, and when they open even for just one day, the queues are extremely long.

I uploaded a video above showing the long line of vehicles waiting at the gasoline station. That morning, I had to be in the queue as early as 5:30AM just to have a chance to fill my truck. Even at that hour, many vehicles were already waiting. Each vehicle is limited to only 500 baht worth of fuel, which is often not enough to meet our daily transportation needs, especially for those who rely on their vehicles for ministry, farming, or businesses.

Holding On in Times of Crisis

This picture was taken in our village in 2026,
a gas station that has run out of fuel

Today I passed three gasoline stations, all closed with no fuel available. I had to drive about 60km before reaching another station, where they only allowed me to fill 15 liters. The price also keeps surging. Thailand gets much of its fuel, especially crude oil, from the Middle East. With the ongoing conflict and the possible closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the situation is becoming more concerning.

What I am thinking...

Peace in Uncertain Times

Petroleum crisis in our community 
March 2026

I want to thank the Father Almighty for the peace we enjoy in our community. Sometimes we pass by this blessing without noticing it because we experience it every day. Peace becomes so normal that we forget it is truly a gift from God.

Yes, it is a gif. 

A blessing.

I Will Not Be With You Always

Picture was taken at the sandabar,  Pakbara,  Satun 2026 

I told my children that I can’t be with them all the time.

I can’t protect them all the time.

I can’t feed them all the time