"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
In the Light of Our Last Days
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.2 Peter 3:9 One day, my sister and I had a Q & A session where we searched pageant questions and answered them as if we … Continue reading In the Light of Our Last Days
To Be Loved Not in Ignorance of Your Flaws
For the mountains may depart and the hills be removed, but my steadfast love shall not depart from you, and my covenant of peace shall not be removed,” says the LORD, who has compassion on you. Isaiah 54:10 Will there be someone out there who will be able to take what I have to put … Continue reading To Be Loved Not in Ignorance of Your Flaws
Rest for Your Soul
Back then, I didn't really understand the meaning of salvation. I thought being saved was something I needed to earn by doing good deeds. Somehow, I felt saved every time I attended my church, by the amount I gave in donations, or when I offered help to those who needed assistance. And when I stop … Continue reading Rest for Your Soul
