Message of the Day: He Must Increase and I Must Decrease
"He must increase and I must decrease" (John 3:30, CEB), were the last words that we have from John the Baptist. He went on to imprisonment, suspense, martyrdom, while Jesus grew in popular favor up to his passion and death.
Message of the Day: May God Endow Us with Grace to do His Will and to Keep His Commandments
"Now may the God of peace who brought up our Lord Jesus from the dead, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you complete in every good work to do His will, working in you what is well pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen." (Hebrews 13:20-21, NKJV)
Message of the Day: Sin, Fear, and Death Have No More Power Over Us
"The sting of death is sin. And the power of sin is the law. But let us give thanks to God! He gives us the victory because of what our Lord Jesus Christ has done." (1 Corinthians 15:56-57, NIRV)
April 14, 1521, Rajah Humabon of Cebu was Batptized
On April 14, 1521, Rajah Humabon, king of Cebu, and his wife were baptized on the shores of Cebu. According to Pigafetta, the king "wished to become a Christian" he even requested Magellan "to let some of his men remain [with him], so that he and his people might be better instructed in the faith." Then a wooden cross was erected "in the middle of the square," after which they were instructed by Magellan how to give reverence to the cross.
Message of the Day: Self-Denial, Complete Dedication and Willing Obedience
Then He said to them all, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me. For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it." (Luke 9:23-24, NKJV)
Message of the Day: Christ’s Death Broke the Power of Sin
"...who Himself bore our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, having died to sins, might live for righteousness—by whose stripes you were healed." (1 Peter 2:24, NKJV)
Message of the Day: The Superiority of Christ
"...who being the brightness of His glory and the express image of His person, and upholding all things by the word of His power, when He had by Himself purged our sins, sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high..." (Hebrews 1:3, NKJV)
Message of the Day: The Power of Christ’s Love
"For the love of Christ compels us, because we judge thus: that if One died for all, then all died; and He died for all, that those who live should live no longer for themselves, but for Him who died for them and rose again." (2 Corinthians 5:14-15, NKJV)
April 10, 1521 Rajah Humabon Agreed to Plant A Christian Cross in Cebu
On this day, April 10, 1521, 500 years ago, Rajah Humabon, the king of Cebu, agreed to plant a Christian cross in Cebu.
Message of the Day: Christ Lives In US!
"I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me." (Galatians 2:20, NKJV)
April 9, 1521, Rajah Humabon’s Emisaries were Convinced to become “Christians.”
We need to take note that they were not forced to accept Magellan's religion, "The captain-general told them that they should not become Christians for fear or to please us, but of their own free wills... All cried out with one voice that they were not becoming Christians through fear or to please us, but of their own free will." (Pigaffeta)
Bataan Death March
The nation marks "Araw ng Kagitingan" (Day of Valor) on April 9 of every year to highlight the valor and heroism of the Filipino and American soldiers who fought in the Philippines during World War II.
Message of the Day: Death Has No More Power Over Us
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“O Death, where is your sting?O Hades, where is your victory?” (1 Corinthians 15:55, NKJV) This…
Blood Compact
Blood compact was an ancient treaty or covenant ritual signifying peace and friendship. In Spanish it is called Pacto de sangre; Sanduguan Filipino. Parties entering into a treaty would cut their wrists and pour their blood into a cup filled with liquid, such as wine, and drink the mixture.
Message of the Day: Self-Sacrifice is the Main Characteristic of Love
"By this we know love, because He laid down His life for us. And we also ought to lay down our lives for the brethren." (1 John 3:16, NKJV)
April 7, 1521, The Magellan-Elcano Expedition Reached Cebu Accompanied by Rajah Colambu of Limasawa
Today in Philippine History Rajah Colambu of Limasawa (in today's Southern Leyte), with a fleet of ancient balangays, accompanied the Magellan-Elcano expedition to Cebu. Leaving from Limasawa, they headed north and followed the coastline of Leyte island. They navigated to Sugbo (which means “to walk or go into the waters”, referring how the arrivals from the sea had to disembark from their boats and wade in shallow waters to reach the shore. Sugbo is now known as Cebu). They reached and discovered the mouth of the cove of Cebu called Mandawe at noon of April 7, 1521.
Message of the Day: We are Forgiven through the Death of Christ
"For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him." (2 Corinthians 5:21, NKJV)
April 6, 1828, the King of Spain issued a decree establishing a public bank in the Philippines
Ferdinand VII, King of Spain, issued a decree establishing a public bank in the Philippines to meet the requirements of increasing commerce and trade in the islands on April 6, 1828.
Message of the Day: Christ’s Blood, The Cost of Redemption!
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“In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches…
Jesus’ Final Week: SUNDAY
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RESURRECTION SUNDAY In the Philippines, Resurrection (Easter) Sunday is marked by a joyous tradition, the Salubong.…
Message of the Day: God’s Power Displayed at the Cross!
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“For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us…
Jesus’ Final Week – FRIDAY
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Jesus’ Crucifixion and Death, Golgotha Right after Pilate washed his hands and handed over Jesus to…
Pontius Pilate’s Politics
After several failed attempt to exonerate Jesus, Pilate succumbed to the Jewish authorities' pressure on him to execute Jesus. The Gospels indicate Pontius Pilate's indecision, citing that he conceded to letting Jesus go at one stage of the trial, but later rescinded the offer.
April 1, 1901, Emilio Aguinaldo volunteered to swear his allegiance to the United States
On April 1, 1901, Emilio Aguinaldo volunteered to swear his allegiance to the United States, formally ending the First Republic and recognizing the sovereignty of the US over the Philippines. He signed an oath of allegiance to the United States, nine days after his capture, in return for his release from incarceration. Aguinaldo was captured by the Americans in his secret headquarters in Palanan, Isabela on March 23, 1901.
Jesus Final Week: THURSDAY
All of the events on Thursday occurred in the Upper Room except for the prayer at Gethsemane, Arrest and the Trial.
March 31, 1521, Easter Sunday, the First Recorded Mass in Philippine History was Held.
On this day, 500 years ago, March 31, 1521, an Easter Sunday, the first recorded mass in Philippines history, was held in a small island called "Mazaua."
Jesus’ Final Week: WEDNESDAY
Have you ever been betrayed?
Jesus’ Final Week: TUESDAY
Authority of Jesus Questioned, Jesus Teaches in the Temple and Anointed at Bethany.
Message of the Day: Jesus Cleanses the Temple
Now the Passover of the Jews was at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. And He found in the temple those who sold oxen and sheep and doves, and the money changers [a]doing business. When He had made a whip of cords, He drove them all out of the temple, with the sheep and the oxen, and poured out the changers’ money and overturned the tables. And He said to those who sold doves, “Take these things away! Do not make My Father’s house a house of merchandise!” Then His disciples remembered that it was written, “Zeal for Your house has eaten Me up.”
The Triumphal Entry
The significance of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem was not political but spiritual, and therefore he went not to the palace but to the temple.
Message of the Day: All Who Are In Christ Participate in His Death and Resurrection
"Either way, Christ’s love controls us. Since we believe that Christ died for all, we also believe that we have all died to our old life." (2 Corinthians 5:14, NLT)
Message of the Day: Return to Jesus, the Shepherd and Protector of Life
"You were like sheep that went the wrong way. But now you have come back to the Shepherd and Protector of your lives." (1 Peter 2:25, ERV)
March 25, 1986, Cory issued Proclamation No. 3 establishing a revolutionary government
Today in Philippine History On March 25, 1986, newly installed president, Corazon Aquino, issued Proclamation No. 3, abolishing the 1973 Constitution, the Parliament, the Supreme Court, the office of the Prime Minister, and all national and local positions, creating a revolutionary government under what she called the "Provisional Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines".
March 25, 1521, the Magellan-Elcano expedition left Homonhon
Today in Philippine History On this day, exactly 500 years ago, the Magellan-Elcano expedition left Homonhon (an island now part of Guiuan, Eastern Samar) after nine days in the area since 16 March 1521, recuperating and brought provisions from the people of Suluan, also an island under Guiuan.
March 25, 1936, President Quezon issued EO No. 23 which prescribed the specifications of the national flag
Today in Philippine History On March 25, 1936, Manuel L. Quezon, President of the Philippine Commonwealth Government issued Executive Order No. 23 which prescribed the technical description and specifications of the national flag.
Message of the Day: “Let All That You Do Be Done In Love” (1 Corinthians 16:14, ESV)
"Let All That You Do Be Done In Love" (1 Corinthians 16:14, ESV)
Message of the Day: God’s Awesome Sovereignty
"Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways!" (Romans 11:33, ESV)
March 23, 1901, General Aguinaldo was captured by the Americans
Today in Philippine History On March 23, 1901, General Emilio Aguinaldo was captured by the American forces led by General Frederick Funston with the help of Macabebe Scouts, in Palanan, Isabela.
Message of the Day: God Will Preserve Us
"For the sake of his great name the Lord will not reject his people, because the Lord was pleased to make you his own." (1 Samuel 12:22, NIV)
March 22, 1915, the Sultan of Sulu relinquished his sovereignty over Sulu
Today in Philippine History On March 22, 1915, the Sultan of Sulu, Hadji Mohammad Jamalul Kiram, in behalf of his adherents and people of the Sulu Archipelago, signed in Zamboanga, a mutual agreement with the Governor General, represented by the governor of the Department of Mindano and Sulu, Frank W. Carpenter, renouncing his sovereignty over the Sulu archipelago.
Message of the Day: The Way to Grow is Feeding on the Word of God!
"As newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby, if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is gracious." (1 Peter 2:2-3, NKJV)
Message of the Day: A Life of Virtue is A Spirit-Controlled Life
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law." (Galatians 5:22-23, NKJV)
Message of the Day: We Were Reconciled and Saved Both in this Life and in the Life to Come
"For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life." (Romans 5:10, NKJV)
Message of the Day: Be Still, Be Patient
"Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him; Do not fret because of him who prospers in his way, Because of the man who brings wicked schemes to pass." (Psalm 37:7, NKJV)
Message of the Day: God, Our Shepherd, Provides What’s Best For Us
"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake." (Psalm 23:1-3, NKJV)
Message of the Day: Put Forth Every Effort to Live the Godly Life
"Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering..." (Colossians 3:12, NKJV)
Jesus’ Final Week: TUESDAY
These events showed that the conflict between Jesus and the religious leaders was heating up and would eventually lead to his passion and death.
Jesus’ Final Week: From Palm Sunday to Resurrection Sunday
The Triumphal Entry was Jesus’ act of proclaiming himself as the Messiah!
Message of the Day: Salvation is by Grace Alone
"Who has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time began..." (2 Timothy 1:9, NKJV)
Message of the Day: If We Give Generously, God Will Bless Us Abundantly
"And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that by always having enough of everything, you may share abundantly in every good work." (2 Corinthians 9:8, NRSV)
Message of the Day: Those Who Truly Love Put Other’s Esteem Above Their Own!
Love seeks that which is proper or becoming in the circumstances and relations of life in which we are placed. it prompts us to respect others and their opinions; it teaches us proper regards for inferiors, not despising their rank, their poverty, their clothing, and their views of happiness.
Bataan Death March
The nation marks "Araw ng Kagitingan" (Day of Valor) on April 9 of every year to highlight the valor and heroism of the Filipino and American soldiers who fought in the Philippines during World War II.
Message of the Day: Loving God From Our Innermost Being!
"I will love You, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold." (Psalam 18:1-2, NKJV)
Message of the Day: The Need For Constant Self-Examination!
James suggests the need of unceasing self-examination. We have to live in the world, and worldly things are necessary for our daily subsistence, but it requires great watchfulness to keep our affections and our hearts focused on the things that are above. We need constantly to draw near to God, to cleanse our hands, to purify our hearts, and to humble ourselves. (4:1-10)
Message of the Day: God’s Mercy and Compassion are Unlimited
“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,” says the Lord. “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways, And My thoughts than your thoughts. (Isaiah 55:8-9, NKJV)
Message of the Day: The Highest Expression of Love
"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." (John 3:16, NKJV)
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