In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’Acts 20:35 When we pray, aside from praising God’s unwavering character and what He has done for us, we usually ask … Continue reading What is a Blessing?
The Great Commission
He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation."Mark 16:15 During the Lent season, we have been meditating on God’s Word, fasting from things that give us immediate satisfaction, and reflecting on ourselves as well as our relationships with other people. And last Sunday, we celebrated Resurrection Sunday. … Continue reading The Great Commission
The Wounded Victor
But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes, we are healed.Isaiah 53:5 The book of Genesis contains some of the most important stories including the creation of the universe, the fall of Adam and Eve, and the ancestors … Continue reading The Wounded Victor
Sins Unnoticed on Black Saturday
"Only fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart. For consider what great things he has done for you.” (1 Samuel 12:24) Patay ang Diyos. “God is dead.” It’s common in our country to say this sentence whenever Black Saturday comes. It must have been one of my despised comments on this kind … Continue reading Sins Unnoticed on Black Saturday
Final and Perfect Sacrifice
Now it was about the sixth hour, and there was darkness over all the earth until the ninth hour. Then the sun was darkened, and the veil of the temple was torn in two.Luke 23:44-45 When we set our goals, we plan how it should be done and how we can finish it well. At … Continue reading Final and Perfect Sacrifice
Behold, Your King is Coming to You
As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, say that the Lord … Continue reading Behold, Your King is Coming to You
Anchor of Our Hearts
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.John 14:6 Here’s the hard truth: Not all roads lead to God. If we look at the world today, a lot of people live to the standard that if you’re having a prosperous life means … Continue reading Anchor of Our Hearts
Forgiving What You Can’t Forget
Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.Matthew 18:21-22 One of the most famous parables and teachings of Jesus during his time on earth must be the Parable … Continue reading Forgiving What You Can’t Forget
Do Good and Seek Peace
Depart from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.Psalms 34:14 Every course of action in our life needs a choice to be made. These choices take the path of our life. Having these choices, sometimes we make bad decisions that lead to unintentional hurt. The Bible tells us that choosing good over evil … Continue reading Do Good and Seek Peace
Make Space for What Matters
When we think of the Lent season, one of the things that may come to our mind is fasting. Fasting is a spiritual habit that we practice while we wait for Resurrection Sunday. It is intentionally creating space in our lives to hear God more by removing things that give us immediate satisfaction. Jesus Christ … Continue reading Make Space for What Matters
Our Greatest Need 