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The Real You: Becoming Authentic to the Core

The Lord has told you what is good,

and this is what he requires of you:

to do what is right, to love mercy,

and to walk humbly with your God.

(Micah 6:8)

Most can snuff out a religious phony coming a mile away. Few odours smell worse! But the sweet fragrance of authenticity…there’s nothing like it.

After I entered the Marine Corps, they sent me 8,000 miles from home to the island of Okinawa. When I got the orders, I thought God made a mistake. In hindsight, I realize He was shaping me for a lifetime of pure devotion to Him.

President’s Letter–What’s Inside

One of the qualities I admire most about Chuck is his unwavering commitment to live an authentic life. That’s why we chose Authenticity as this quarter’s theme for our magazine. In a world that often prefers illusion over reality, and even rewards performative behaviour, it’s crucial to be authentic. When our attitudes, words, and behaviour consistently reflect Christ—both at home with our loved ones and at work—it is a clear indication that the Holy Spirit is empowering our lives.