Bonifacio and the Zealots: What did They have in Common?

Andres Bonifacio and the Zealots: What did they have in common?

Bonifacio Day is a holiday celebrated in the Philippines annually on November 30 to commemorate the birth of Andres Bonifacio, a Filipino nationalist, patriot and one of the original founders of KKK (Kataas-taasan, Kagalang-galangang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan) or simply called Katipunan. The Katipunan is a secret movement devoted to fighting the Spanish … Read more

Why I Believe Christians Should Not Celebrate Halloween

Why Should Christians Not Celebrate Halloween

There’s a lot of debate as to whether or not Christians should celebrate and participate in Halloween. Is it alright to dress up our kids in costumes and allow them to go trick-or treating in our neighborhood? Is it okay for us to attend Halloween parties dressed in some evil-looking and demonic costumes? And what … Read more

The Weapons that David had

The weapons that David had

A few years ago, I have talked about how David bravely fought Goliath, the Philistine giant of Gath (1 Samuel 17). Focused on the great battle, I have paid no attention on the stones that David brought with him that day. Going back through the same Scriptures today, I pondered on the five stones that … Read more

What is the Difference between the Sabbath and the Lord’s Day?

What is the difference between the Sabbath and the Lord's Day

While Sunday is the traditional day of worship for Christians, many still remain uncomfortable over the issue of the Sabbath day. This is due to a common error that the Sabbath was the day of worship. Groups such as the Seventh Day Adventists hold that God requires the church service to be held on the … Read more

Why does God not Heal Everyone?

Why doesn't God heal everyone who asks in faith for healing?

The Bible is very clear on the nature of God being omnipotent. It means God can do anything for He is an all-powerful God. Jeremiah 32:27 says, “Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all flesh. Is there anything too hard for Me?” God is telling us that there is nothing He cannot do, for with … Read more

What did Jesus really mean when He said, “Do not judge?”

What did Jesus really mean when He said, "Do not judge?"

No text in the Bible is more familiar, more misunderstood, and more misapplied than Matthew 7:1 which says, “Do not judge, or you too will be judged,” because it is often taken out of its original context. Many people, even Christians, quote this to mean that one should NEVER judge anyone. But is this really … Read more

Under the Shadow of God

Under the shadow of God

In the context of today’s society, living in someone else’s shadow is not a good thing. If you are in someone’s shadow, you receive less attention and you seem less important than them. In other words, you’re as good as invisible. Nobody would want to be in someone else’s shadow. But God’s shadow is the … Read more

What is the Will of God in Marriage?

What is the will of God in marriage

Christians differ in their views when it comes to the will of God in selecting a spouse. Many Christians believe that God has selected only one specific person for each of us and it’s up to each of us to find that person. They say that Christians who marry based on desire are not in … Read more

When God Puts Your Faith to the Test: A Lesson from Abraham

This article has been updated to include more insights and reflections on Abraham’s faith journey. We have also revised the title to better reflect the message of the post. We hope these additions will further encourage and strengthen your walk with God. Faith is one of the greatest gifts we can have, yet it is … Read more