“Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.” Joshua 1:8 (NIV) There are so many things you can do to unlock the gifts the Bible offers. You can... Continue Reading →
How and Why You Should Memorize Scripture
“Remember what Christ taught, and let his words enrich your lives and make you wise.” Colossians 3:16 (TLB) The Bible is a gift that offers you so much. But like a box full of treasure, it does you no good unless you have the keys to unlock it. One of the keys to unlocking the... Continue Reading →
To Benefit from the Bible, You Have to Read It
“Happy is the one who reads this book.” Revelation 1:3 (GNT) Do you ever feel like you just don’t understand the Bible? Do you wonder why it’s not making a big difference in your life? If so, let me ask you this question: How much time do you spend reading the Bible?For much of Christianity’s... Continue Reading →
How to Build Your Life on a Strong Foundation
Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” Matthew 7:24 (NIV) In the book of Matthew, Jesus tells the story of two builders: a wise one and a foolish one.The foolish man builds his house on sand. When a... Continue Reading →
Birthday While on Lock Down
I initially booked for an overnight accommodation at Lawiswis Kawayan Resort for my birthday. I got it for a discounted price but I had to cancel it because of the lockdown. I was planning to set up for a picnic kind of day for my family. Because the place is perfect for Primo, (my son)... Continue Reading →
Two Steps Toward Knowing God’s Will
“If you want to know what God wants you to do, ask him, and he will gladly tell you, for he is always ready to give a bountiful supply of wisdom to all who ask him.” James 1:5 (TLB) If you want to know God’s will, then you can start with these two steps:1. Admit... Continue Reading →
God’s Goodness Lasts Forever
“I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever” (Psalm 23:6 NIV). Of all the benefits of God’s goodness, only one lasts beyond your life on Earth. The final verse of Psalm 23 expresses the ultimate example of God’s goodness: “I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever” (Psalm 23:6 NIV).That means you don’t... Continue Reading →
Five Ways Jesus Protects and Directs You
“My purpose is to give life in all its fullness. I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd lays down his life for the sheep” (John 10:10-11 TLB). Sheep are essentially defenseless animals, so a shepherd uses a few tools to care for and protect his sheep. He uses a rod for guarding and protecting and... Continue Reading →
Three Things to Remember About the Valleys
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me” (Psalm 23:4 NIV). In Israel, on the road from Jerusalem to Jericho, there’s a canyon called the Valley of the Shadow of Death. In his day, King David probably traveled through it many times. Some of the canyons... Continue Reading →
Life Is All About Relationships
“I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength” (Philippians 4:12-13 NIV). Contentment does not come naturally to human beings. By nature, we are restless sheep. Yet we can... Continue Reading →
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