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Twilight RadioTwilight RadioHow Long, Lord, Before Clarity Comes?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 resonat...2025-07-1111 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioWhen Love Conflicts with God’s CallingSome 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 scho...2025-06-2612 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioBold as Light: Hanaya’s Stand for Jesus in SchoolAfter 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 speakin...2025-06-1225 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioFaith, Love & a Little K-Drama: A Christian Teen Love StoryHiroto’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 bet...2025-05-2411 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioGod's Silence, Giants, and a Beach BaptismWhat do you do when God goes silent? When it feels like your prayers are just hitting the ceiling, and hope seems to fade out little by little? What do you do when all you see are the giants standing in your way?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 t...2025-05-1311 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioA Christian Girl's Godly Tension in Falling in LoveWhat 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...2025-04-2618 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioSynergy: Jesus, You, and MeAre 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 qui...2025-03-2414 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioI Met a Jesus Girl Living Like It's RealSome 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...2025-02-2407 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioHalf-Awake to Jesus? It's Time to Come AliveYuri: 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.— JesusAre you constantly busy, distracted, anxious? Move beyond burnout and back into intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. This is not just an...2025-01-1802 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioA Road Less Taken: Can He Follow Her Path?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 t...2024-12-2618 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioBoundaries with Boys, New Seasons with GodHanaya’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...2024-12-0711 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioCourage Under Pressure: Share The Gospel or Stay Silent?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...2024-11-2008 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioFix My Heart: What Every Heart Longs ForHave 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...2024-10-3107 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioFaith, Chaos, and the Summer RainDo 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 l...2024-10-1008 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioIf Not You, Who? If Not Now, When?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 worl...2024-09-2007 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioWhen Life Brings Trials, Is Jesus Still Worthy?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 be...2024-09-0904 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioHanaya: Most Important PersonI 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 be...2024-09-0908 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioWhy Do People Fall Away from Faith?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...2024-08-2908 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioYou Read Me Like an Open BookGod 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 ou...2024-08-0603 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioJesus, You Are My AmbitionWhat 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.Hanaya Oki Series:  https://superdifferent.com/hanaya2024-07-1905 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioLike Diamonds in the SkyDo you ever feel like you’re not enough? Are you struggling with self-worth issues? Are some battles we’re fighting so hard to win worth losing? Perhaps they are. Noriko dreams of becoming a K-pop trainee. For the past three years, she has been submitting videos to showcase her talent, hoping to catch the attention of an agency. Despite her best efforts, she hasn’t received any responses, and lately, she has been questioning her self-worth.One day, Hanaya and Yuri find Noriko sitting alone on the beach. As they begin talking with her, Noriko...2024-06-2612 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioFeeling Stuck? God’s Timing Is PerfectLife moves in rhythms—times of planting, waiting, growing, and harvest. Whether you're facing delays, frustration, or uncertainty, divine purpose is always at work. Trust God's process. Time spent in preparation is never wasted. Embrace the season you're in. Trust God's perfect timing. Don’t give up—your breakthrough is on the way.Don't surrender the symphony in your heart to the tyranny of delay. Trust God's timing. It is perfect. Your dream you cherish has a reality attached to it. Frustration is evidence that a greater purpose in you is yet to be fulfilled. You are actual...2024-06-0402 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioHanaya: A time for every seasonFeeling mixed emotions? Trust God's process. Embrace the season you are in. Time spent in preparation is never wasted. Listen to this short poetry and cheer up!Don't surrender the symphony in your heart to the tyranny of delay. Trust God's timing. It is perfect. Your dream you cherish has a reality attached to it. Frustration is evidence that a greater purpose in you is yet to be fulfilled. You are actually a coiled spring being compressed. Soon that delay will give vent to a divine release and fruit will break forth in your life.— La...2024-05-3103 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioDon’t Overthink It: Trust God and Run Into the WindOn their way back home from Shichirigahama Beach, Hanaya and Yuri continue their conversation about trusting God with childlike faith instead of overthinking the future. When God nudges us to head in a certain direction, it can feel exciting but also a bit scary since we might only have a glimpse of the first step. But like Abraham, it is better to move forward even if we don’t know exactly where we’re headed. If you find yourself being too cautious, paralyzed by overthinking, or unsure about your next steps, this message and the song are for you. ...2024-05-1705 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioIs There More to Life Than Success?Are you trying to figure out your true purpose in life? What if your purpose is bigger than success or people’s approval? While hanging out at Shichirigahama Beach, Hiroto bumps into Hanaya. As they chat, Hiroto opens up about the pressure he's feeling about his future. Hanaya shares her thoughts and encourages him to think about the bigger questions in life. This video dives into their honest conversation and offers some biblical wisdom, exploring how finding God’s will can help you lead a meaningful life beyond what society expects and short-lived achievements. It’s a call to...2024-05-1213 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioMind War: The Uprising Against DiscouragementFeeling disillusioned or worn out by life's battles? Two high school girls, Hanaya and Yuri, roll out a short message for those struggling with discouragement, confusion, and spiritual warfare. Don't give up. Fight back with faith and truth. Get fired up, stay unshakable, and become a rebel of hope. Watch now and join the resistance against discouragement, anxiety, and fear! Additional notes:Satan tries to create an altered reality by cloaking himself in information projection to engineer insecurity and anxiety in you. He wants to fragment you. He knows your trigger...2024-04-2803 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioMetamorphosis: Beholding Is BecomingThe Christian journey of becoming is an invitation to behold the glory of the Lord, rather than to obsess over ourselves and what the world thinks of us. In this reflection, Hanaya wrestles with the slow process of transformation—learning to rise above self-focus and worldly distractions in order to behold something far greater.Beholding is becoming. If there is any key to maturity, it is that. Behold your God in Jesus Christ. Because to see that for what it really is, will renew your mind and transform your life and produce unending worship.— John Pipe...2024-04-2003 minTwilight RadioTwilight RadioHe Has a Crush on Her but She's Chasing GodHiroto's secret crush on Hanaya is exposed by his curious classmates, Akio and Noriko. But winning her heart isn’t as simple as confessing his feelings—Hanaya is a girl deeply rooted in her Christian faith and guided by her walk with God. As Hiroto reflects on her values and the spiritual depth that shapes her life choices, he faces a dilemma: Is love enough, or does he need to pursue something greater to truly reach her heart? Stay tuned for upcoming clips to see if Hiroto has a chance—or if Hanaya's devotion to God sets a stan...2024-04-0607 min