10/01/2026
[When I saw my son covering his ears, my world collapsed.]
My name is Eric Choi. I am a pastor, a director of a non-profit organization, and most importantly, a father. I am blessed with two wonderful boys—my eldest, who is the smartest boy in the world, and my second, who shines brighter than the sun.
My eldest son has the most beautiful smile you could ever imagine. When he turned one, he began avoiding eye contact and smiling shyly, which I simply thought was adorable. Even when doctors expressed their concerns, it didn't really hit me.
But when he turned two, everything changed. We were at a playground, and in the middle of all the children running and playing, I saw my son standing completely still, covering his ears. In that moment, my entire world collapsed. I came home that day and wept uncontrollably.
Yet today, I have come to learn what the Bible truly says about my son. I realized that the despair didn't come from my son, but from my own eyes—eyes that viewed the brightest child in the world as flawed.
Everyone in this world carries their own struggles. We often assume that’s just how life is and try our best to push through. But what truly matters is not how we see our situation, but what the Bible says about it.
I would love to share more of my story with you. I will be waiting for you, and I pray that you come and discover the unwavering hope you may have never seen before.
- When: October 15(Thur) & 16(Fri), 2026 | 7PM EDT
- Where: Founder's Hall, 4431 Tiedeman Rd, Cleveland
- Admission: Free Entry
https://despairtohope.eventbrite.com
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