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End of the world?

Disyembre 14, 2012 · Nakalagay sa Living Testimony · Tagged , , , , , , , , ,

End of the world: Gossip and news

These past weeks, I bookmarked and read a lot of articles regarding ‘The End’, doomsday that will happen 7 days from now. This prediction comes from the Mayan Calendar that states that on the 21st of December, Year 2012..our world will going to end. I also watched the film 2012 a couple of years ago and I am fascinated about it. Will it going to happen? It is the end? Agad-agad?

Honestly speaking, I am anxious about the world’s end. The fact that I always evaluate myself and asking: I am ready to see God’s kingdom?,  Am I already done with my purpose here on earth? My mind easily gets exhausted when I process these thoughts over and over again.

I’m not a bible wizard, and still a pro about the scripture facts but I know that the end is drawing near. It’s even closer as it gets.

As the scripture says in the second letter of Paul to Timothy (The Dangers of the Last Days)

2 Timothy 3:1-5a ESV

But understand this, that in the last days there will come times of difficulty. For people will be lovers of self,lovers of money, proud, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, heartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not loving good, treacherous, reckless, swollen with conceit,lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having the appearance of godliness, but denying its power.

The first time I read these verses, I acquire a lot of realizations. Aren’t these things are familiar? People tend to be arrogant, proud, lovers of themselves and money, disobedient to their parents, reckless, brutal, lack of self-control..and the list goes on and on. Oh C’mon!

Many of us are incapable of being satisfied on the things that we have. We still want for more, to the fact that we did not appreciate the little things that God has already given to us because we focused to the bigger picture.

‘lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God’

In the world where Justin Bieber, IPhone5, Windows 8 and Obama reigns, have you considered God as your number one priority? Or you just go with the routines of this world? Paul clearly said that these human behaviors will happen in the last days of this world. So, my hypothesis is..we are already in the last days.

No one knows when the world’s end, even the angels in the heaven don’t have the idea when it will happen but one thing is for sure, if you truly live this life according to His will, accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and savior, leave the old you and have a new heart that is sanctified and cleansed through His sacrifices for us..I must say that you will not be afraid on that day; you will welcome His coming with your arms open wide.

I don’t want to go to hell! I don’t want to see my family, my friends and you to be in that place where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. If the world will end today or maybe tomorrow or in the 12-21-2012 prediction, ask yourself: ‘Am I ready?’ Or I will permit Satan to benefit my soul? The life here on earth is temporary, yes, we enjoyed to sin but we must devout ourselves and submit it to the Lord. Korny? In this secular world we will be persecuted by some but always remind to yourself that the kingdom of the Lord is far greater (hundred times better) than what we had in this world right now. Invest!..not in this world but to the vast kingdom where Jesus endearment for us awaits.

God loves you! =)

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Free Bible Alert!

Nobyembre 8, 2012 · Nakalagay sa Personal Journal · Tagged , , , , , , , ,

How to find God? The bible will tell you how and answer all your questions too. But don’t you have a bible yet? You want one for free? It is easy as 1-2-3.

When somebody says free. I am astounded to know what it is. Where the hell where I can find that free stuff? =P

When we say free, it means that it is given to you without waiting for something in return. You don’t deserve it but still, it is given to you. The thefreedictionary.com defines free as an able to act at will; not hampered; not under compulsion or restraint. It is easy to say that the one who offers you something for free do not hinder to give that something for free. It feels great when you have something for free.. and it already happened 2000 years ago, when Jesus Christ died on the cross of calvary to free us from the sin that we commit even though we omit and neglect him over and over again. The greatest gift that we already received is the salvation, and take note it is given to us for free! I completely disagree on the quote I read when I was surfing the web that says, ‘Nothing in the world is free’ because at the first place we received that free gift even before we conceded in our mother’s womb so it is futile to say that nothing in this world is free.

This particular site I will give to you, offers a free bible that will be delivered to your home fresh from Oklahoma City, USA. (props to my churchmate for giving the link)

Just visit the link above, fill-up the required information and badam it is being process for the delivery. I requested a bible before and it takes a month and a week when it’s finally came to our house. I already signed up my family too, and I get a total of 5 bibles for the whole household to read. The bible is a new living translation-new testament. It is not like the other bible because it has a lot of insight and answers to the most widely asked questions today.

Bibles for the whole household

Use this bible as a manual of your life, and meditate to the teachings and the knowledge of  His word that are relevant in our spiritual lives. It will help you to know more about God and to set down your foundation for your walk with Jesus Christ ahead. Received the greatest gift that comes from our Lord Jesus Christ-which is Salvation, and use this book whose words are inspired by Him. God bless you.

The grass withers

and the flowers fade,

but the word of our

God stands forever.

-Isaiah 40:8

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Cast down

Agosto 29, 2012 · Nakalagay sa Struggles and Faith · Tagged , , , , , , ,

I don’t know what is happening to me this past few days. Lost? Confused? Dispirit? Stunned? I don’t know! I’m longing for something, but I don’t know what is it. I can’t focus. I easily get angry. I’m always worried. I’m afraid! I want to go to somewhere, far from here, I want to be alone just for once. Ugh! I think my brain will burst and fall into pieces. I can’t hardly breathe. It feels like as if somebody was gripping my throat. The feeling is awful, unexplainable.

Jesus beckoned to me but I neglect him, instead I go to the other way. I admire human approval rather than the approval of God. Harsh but true. Wake up Vincent, wake up!

“The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”

Deuteronomy 31:8

I know that I still learn things the hard way. The Father sent a Holy Spirit who’s always there to reminded us in all the things that we do and never leave us (John 14:15), but in times of trial I mistrust him. Why? I don’t know. I don’t want this kind of feeling anymore. Apathetic me. I am ashamed of myself. So sorry Lord. I know you have a great purpose in my life. I will never leave you this time, I will continue walking with you Lord even it hurts on my part. Everything’s will be alright. All I need is faith and trust my life according to your will.

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Too Blessed To Stressed

Agosto 25, 2012 · Nakalagay sa Personal Journal · Tagged , , , , , ,

I’m Too Blessed To Be Stressed,
Too Anointed To Be Disappointed
I refuse to be discouraged,
to be sad or to cry.
I refuse to be downhearted
and here’s the reason why:

I have a God who is almighty;
who is sovereign and supreme;
I have a God who loves me,
and I am on His team.

He is all wise and powerful;
Jesus is His Name;
though everything else is changeable,
My God remains the same.

I refuse to be defeated!
My eyes are on my GOD!
He has promised to be with me,
as through this life I trod.

I am looking past my circumstances,
to Heaven’s throne above.
My prayers have reached the heart of God.
I am resting in His Love.

I give thanks to Him in everything.
My eyes are on His face.
The battle is His; the victory is mine;
He will help me win the race!

I repeat, “I’M TOO BLESSED TO BE STRESSED!”

Eric Geoffrey Plott

Busy in church activities, workshops, ministries, school projects and a lot on my to-do-list. Stressed? No! Just like the poem above, I’m blessed. I never get tired serving and offering my time to you oh Lord. I repeat, I’m too blessed to be stressed!

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Goodbye Teenage Life and Hello World

Agosto 22, 2012 · Nakalagay sa Personal Journal · Tagged , , , , , , , , , ,

I remember my churchmate called me: “Kuya Vincent!”. Woah. Kuya? It’s a weird feeling that you’ve been called Kuya by somebody.  I never imagine myself as an adult, well I’m on my fifth year on college but I usually act (sometimes) as a little kid. I am 4 years old when I first come to school and after a year I already enter grade school. I’m not accelerated but I consider myself as a fast learner. I can read and write on my early age, and I used to recite poems when I was in kindergarten. Childhood is my favorite part of my experience here on earth, that is why I’m a child-like until now.

Getting serious. I’m not a kid anymore nor a teenager, I’m a fully grown up man who is ready to face the world. I learned a lot in my 20 existing years on earth but I still learn the hard way. But thank God, for I know now what is really my purpose here on earth.

From birth I have relied on you; you brought me forth from my mother’s womb. I will ever praise you.

Psalm 71:6 (NIV)

Lord, I am so thankful for this life that you gave me. I will praise and honor you until the end. You never leave me in times that I feel so all alone, in times that I don’t deserve your love, in times that I almost end my life, Lord, your still there waiting for me to come home with You. I never imagine myself right now if I don’t have you in my life. This life I have is precious and I will choose to be with you forever.. until I reach 60 or 70 years of age, I will never tired loving and worshiping you Lord. Having Him is the most special and extra-ordinary gift I have ever received in my entire life. He chose this day for me. He has a perfect plan and a purpose for my life and I could not ask for more. I’m so blessed. Happy Birthday to me! Tantarantantan! If you don’t mind, here’s my birthday song! Hahaha 🙂

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Drink Moderately?

Agosto 14, 2012 · Nakalagay sa Struggles and Faith · Tagged , , , , , , , , , , ,

Last Monday, I was invited by my classmate into their house for his 21st birthday celebration. I refused at first because I know it will led me from drinking alcohol (again). I’ve never been drunk since the time I encounter my Saviour, Jesus Christ. But he forced me to come. He’s one of my closest friend in school, and I don’t want to disappoint him-so I come with my two other friends. My plan is not to drink, I will go there just for the food, no more liquor and other stuff. And suddenly, I did not notice that I am taking a shot of Emperador Light. Aww! (Lord, Forgive me!) As a new christian, I made a promise to myself that I will never been involve on drinking alcohol, but I have transgressed my promise. Pitiful me. Everytime I drink, I always think that is it really okay? Did I pleased God by doing this? I always second-guessing. But thanks to this article I found on the web:

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Question: “What does the Bible say about drinking alcohol / wine? Is it a sin for a Christian to drink alcohol / wine?”

Answer: Scripture has much to say regarding the drinking of alcohol (Leviticus 10:9;Numbers 6:3; Deuteronomy 29:6; Judges 13:4, 7, 14; Proverbs 20:1; 31:4; Isaiah 5:11, 22;24:9; 28:7; 29:9; 56:12). However, Scripture does not necessarily forbid a Christian from drinking beer, wine, or any other drink containing alcohol. In fact, some Scriptures discuss alcohol in positive terms. Ecclesiastes 9:7 instructs, “Drink your wine with a merry heart.”Psalm 104:14-15 states that God gives wine “that makes glad the heart of men.” Amos 9:14 discusses drinking wine from your own vineyard as a sign of God’s blessing. Isaiah 55:1 encourages, “Yes, come buy wine and milk…”

What God commands Christians regarding alcohol is to avoid drunkenness (Ephesians 5:18). The Bible condemns drunkenness and its effects (Proverbs 23:29-35). Christians are also commanded to not allow their bodies to be “mastered” by anything (1 Corinthians 6:12; 2 Peter 2:19). Drinking alcohol in excess is undeniably addictive. Scripture also forbids a Christian from doing anything that might offend other Christians or encourage them to sin against their conscience (1 Corinthians 8:9-13). In light of these principles, it would be extremely difficult for any Christian to say he is drinking alcohol in excess to the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31).

Jesus changed water into wine. It even seems that Jesus drank wine on occasion (John 2:1-11; Matthew 26:29). In New Testament times, the water was not very clean. Without modern sanitation, the water was often filled with bacteria, viruses, and all kinds of contaminants. The same is true in many third-world countries today. As a result, people often drank wine (or grape juice) because it was far less likely to be contaminated. In 1 Timothy 5:23, Paul was instructing Timothy to stop drinking the water (which was probably causing his stomach problems) and instead drink wine. In that day, wine was fermented (containing alcohol), but not necessarily to the degree it is today. It is incorrect to say that it was grape juice, but it is also incorrect to say that it was the same thing as the wine commonly used today. Again, Scripture does not forbid Christians from drinking beer, wine, or any other drink containing alcohol. Alcohol is not, in and of itself, tainted by sin. It is drunkenness and addiction to alcohol that a Christian must absolutely refrain from (Ephesians 5:18; 1 Corinthians 6:12).

Alcohol, consumed in small quantities, is neither harmful nor addictive. In fact, some doctors advocate drinking small amounts of red wine for its health benefits, especially for the heart. Consumption of small quantities of alcohol is a matter of Christian freedom. Drunkenness and addiction are sin. However, due to the biblical concerns regarding alcohol and its effects, due to the easy temptation to consume alcohol in excess, and due to the possibility of causing offense and/or stumbling of others, it is usually best for a Christian to abstain entirely from drinking alcohol.

source:http://www.gotquestions.org/sin-alcohol.html

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After I read this, I enlighten up. I remember the ad: “Drink Moderately” is it okay for us (christians) to drink unless we still know what we are doing. We must avoid being drunk and fall into sin because of alcohol. But drinking is an addiction, and somehow it will help the evil spirit more attracted to us. I am not a drinker or ‘Sunog Baga’, I drink occasionally. But it’s a shame on my part that I say to everybody that I am a christian, I follow God, I speaks God’s words, and I drink? It breaks me. Saying ‘NO!’ is really a hard word to say but I will make a covenant to God that I will never (EVER) involve myself again in drinking alcohol-related stuff. Sharing this is really a ‘suntok sa buwan’ for me, but God gives me a strength and courage to speak this to the public. To God be the Glory.

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Be Firm to say No!

Agosto 2, 2012 · Nakalagay sa Living Testimony · Tagged , , , , , , ,

As I turned on the television a while ago, I changed the channel and it turns out to channel 11, News TV. The show that time is “The 700 Club Asia.” I came to the house at past 11pm, I’m nervous knowing that my mom will be mad at me again. And then, Booom! She did not talk nor yell at me. Is it a good or a bad sign? Coming back to the t.v. program I was tuned in. I was shocked when the Host/Pastor pray for the viewers who are being depressed that time (which is me). I joined the prayer and I was a glad that God made a way to tell me that don’t be depress. I know this is only a test. And in time, God will made a way to pick-up the broken trust I put to their minds.

 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.  Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.  For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

-Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV)

Napakaganda ng verse na ito. It only says that, we must come to the Lord. Us who are tired, burdened, depressed. He will take away all the negative feelings that we kept inside. He will give us rest. Kung tayo man ay nabibigatan. Nandiyan Siya at handang tumulong upang buhatin ang ating mga pasan-pasan.

    As a christian, servant and a child of God I struggle a lot after I encounter Him. Diyan ka itetest. Malalaman mo kung hanggang saan yung conviction mo. Can you stand on what you believe in? Sabi nga ng cell leader ko, “Hahanapin ni Satan kung saan ang weakness mo. At iyon ang itatarget niya, titirahin niya, to bring you down, to keep you fall into sin.”  I almost fall into sin again, but I say NO! I say NO to the evil spirit who always there to tempt me. After you receive Christ in your life, you must live the way just like the way Jesus Christ lived. Kumbaga nabubuhay ka, nakilala ka hindi sa pangalan mo. Nakikilala ka as a Christ-like person. Alam ko hindi lang ito ang pagdadaan ko. Habang mas tumatagal at lumalalim ang relationship natin kay God, mas hihirap ang mga struggles na pagdadaanan natin. Basta ako. I believe! I believe na makakaya ko ‘to. Syempre sa tulong niya. Just relax, self-control, read the bible, pray, and trust to the Lord. Makakaya natin/ko ito.

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

Just always remember that verse. God has a plan for us. Hindi niya tayo ginigipit, bagkus this will help us to prosper more, to grow more, and to Love Him moreeee. Amen. 🙂

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