I shared what it means to wait in season, and I told you how I waited for a new phone. But that wasn’t the first thing I waited for this year. After writing that post, suddenly I’m reminded of these short-term waiting periods that happened so far this year. I’m not talking about waiting for […]
What Does It Mean to Wait In Season?
What does it mean to wait in season? God took what should have been a straightforward cell phone purchase to teach me a lesson. I needed a new phone. Mine was admittedly old. The battery didn’t hold a charge, calls didn’t always go through, and it froze at random moments. Knowing that I’ve gotten the […]
Two Ways To Observe Good Friday
In the Christian calendar, today is Good Friday, the day we remember when Jesus was crucified on the cross, the sacrifice He made for our sins. Growing up in the Philippines, Easter time (specially Holy Week) was marked with somber traditions and ceremonies held by the Catholic faith, including a gruesome reenactment of all that […]
Movie Review: Jesus Revolution
Jesus Revolution is based on the book of the same name written by Pastor Greg Laurie. It’s based on the true story of a young Laurie (played by Joel Courtney), hippie street preacher Lonnie Frisbee (Jonathan Roumie), Pastor Chuck Smith (Kelsey Grammer) of Calvary Chapel, and their involvement into what TIME Magazine called a Jesus […]
When God Provides Lilies After the Fire
There’s a huge empty field next to my church. It catches on fire every summer. I’ve talked about it before, but I don’t know if I’ve told you what happens after the fire. Without fail, the field catches on fire every summer. Without fail, bushes of Easter lilies pop up all over the field. It’s […]
Movie Review: Breakthrough
Based on a true story, “Breakthrough” is the story of a boy who, after drowning in an icy lake and being declared dead for almost an hour, came back to life when his mother started to pray. “Breakthrough” is an inspiring, heart-tugging, must-see movie for everyone. Mark your calendars, get your tickets, and bring tissues. […]
The One Thing I Didn’t Think I Had to Be Brave For
Hillary Scott sang, “I’m so confused. I know I heard you loud and clear. So I followed through. Somehow I ended up here. I don’t wanna think. I may never understand that my broken heart is a part of your plan. When I try to pray, all I’ve got is hurt and these four words. […]
