Jesus’ Final Week: SUNDAY
In the Gospels' account of Jesus' resurrection, it says that he appeared to Mary Magdalene early in the morning (Mk. 16:9-10), to his disciples and to the other women also early in the morning. All these appearances happened on the day of his resurrection. There is no record of the Risen Christ meeting his mother Mary first.
David Spared Saul’s Life Twice
David's action first and foremost, was in recognition of God’s anointing for Saul as king over Israel.
What Happened to Adam and His Dominion? A Return to Self
The rehabilitation of Pasig River, Boracay, and Manila Bay is an example of pagbabalik-loob and pagpapakatao. It is a manifestation of our return to our role as God’s representative (God’s image) to his creation.
The Crossing of the Jordan River: Preparing for God’s Amazing Things (Joshua 3:1-5)
Joshua told the people, “Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do amazing things among you.” Joshua 3:5 NIV
New Year 2019: Forgetting What Lies Behind (Phil. 3:1-16)
“Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” (Phil. 3:13 ESV2011)
Those Who Wait for the Consolation of Israel (Luke 2:8-38; Matthew 2:1-12)
Aside from the families of Zechariah, Elizabeth, Joseph, and Mary who were all righteous and faithful, there were a bunch of equally faithful Jews and wise Gentiles who were waiters for the consolation of Israel.
Mary Visits Elizabeth: An Amazing Support System for Two Women in Unusual Circumstances (Luke 1:39-56)
"We all need an amazing support system! If you have one, take care of them and keep them because they’re rare! For those who are still finding, keep praying, it will come in God’s appointed time."
The Gospel of Luke: Good News to the Underprivileged
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, To preach the acceptable year of the Lord.” - Luke 4:18-19 - (KJV)
Luke, the Evangelist, Physician, Historian and Close Companion
"Through the use of medical jargon Luke gave us a detailed and deeper look at some of the healing miracles in the New Testament." "It is possible that Luke did not desire to be a historian, but his work made him a skilled one." "Luke is a close companion and a friend to Paul especially when he was old and ready to be executed by the Roman government. What an example of a co-worker and a friend who will never leave you even in the darkest of times!"
Hellenism: A Case of Cultural Diffusion
Hellenism continued even after the death of Alexander the Great.
The Bible, Newspapers and History Books
"Any Serious reader of the Bible must be kept abreast of the latest developments in his surroundings." Furthermore, "One can always look back and find traces of God’s work in history and trust the same God to direct his future."
EID’L ADHA: The Feast of Sacrifice
The story of Ibrahim (Abraham) is also recorded in the book of Genesis of the Jewish and Christian Bible. There are differences though, such as, in Islamic belief the son is Ishmael not Isaac, while in Christian tradition the name of the father is Abraham not Ibrahim.
Jesus as the Passover Lamb
The Passover was the annual Hebrew festival on the evening of the 14th day of the month of ‘Abhibh (Abib) or Nisan, as it was called in later times. It […]
If Jesus Tells You He is Coming to your House, What will you Do?
How do you prepare if significant persons are coming over to your house, like a relative who is coming home from overseas, your boyfriend or girlfriend, or spouse? How will you […]
Isaiah 2:4 and Micah 4:3 in Michael Jackson’s ‘Heal The World’ (The Think Twice Series)
Think Twice is a series of reflections on faith, culture, and tradition that may affect a person’s way of thinking and judgment. It invites the readers to hold their judgment for a […]
