There was a time when one of my closest friends, my best friend from high school, went through one of the darkest seasons of her life. After marrying and moving away, she was betrayed by the person she trusted most. Her husband had been unfaithful, and to make things worse, he accused her of the … Read more
Thanksgiving isn’t just a holiday marked by food and family; it’s a way of life. In the West, Thanksgiving often means gathering around a table filled with turkey, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie, taking turns sharing what everyone is thankful for before enjoying the meal. Those moments are meaningful and heartfelt. Here in the Philippines, … Read more
Ever thought of life as a journey rather than a destination? The Bible often uses the metaphor of walking to describe how we should live our day-to-day lives. It’s about moving forward, making choices, and navigating through what life throws our way. Digging into 2 Corinthians 5:6–9, the Apostle Paul encourages believers not to get … Read more
In Part 2 of this series, we wrestled with some of the most common objections and questions people raise about what the Bible says on homosexuality. We saw that Scripture speaks with both clarity and compassion: calling sin what it is, while also holding out hope in Christ. But the conversation can’t stop there. At … Read more
Introduction: From Truth to Conversation In Part 1 of this series, we explored what the Bible clearly teaches about sexuality and marriage: that God designed it as a covenant between one man and one woman. We also saw that while Scripture speaks plainly about sin, it also speaks with hope, offering forgiveness and transformation through … Read more
Introduction: A Tender Truth in a Broken World I’ve known and loved many people who identify as gay or lesbian: former colleagues, dear friends, neighbors, even churchmates and extended family members. Many of them are among the kindest, most thoughtful, and genuinely caring individuals I’ve ever met. I’ve seen their devotion in how they serve … Read more
James 4:3, 5 “Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. Do ye think that the scripture saith in vain, The spirit that dwelleth in us lusteth to envy?” We live in a culture that tells us to “follow your heart,” “look out for yourself,” and … Read more
Are you tired of living paycheck to paycheck or constantly feeling like there’s never enough? Many Christians struggle with this, not because God wants us to live in lack, but because we’ve unknowingly embraced a poverty mindset. If you’ve ever felt guilty about having money, believed that being poor is more spiritual, or struggled to … Read more
“Then He said to them all: ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.’” – Luke 9:23 (NIV) Following Jesus isn’t just a big, one-time decision we make at a church altar or during a life crisis. It’s a daily invitation; an ongoing relationship that … Read more
What does God say about your future? If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt, uncertainty, or fear about what lies ahead, you’re not alone. Life is filled with twists, turns, and unexpected detours, but one thing remains constant for believers: God’s promises. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture is saturated with the faithful declarations of a loving … Read more
