Category Archives: Encounter
The Fruits of Peace
For all the progress and development that have taken place in the world, it is still a world gripped in fear and anxiety. It takes so little to throw people into panic and endless worrying. There is so much conflict … Continue reading
Posted in Discipleship, Encounter, Presence, Spirituality
Tagged Easter, Grace, Peace
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My Emmaus Experience
I am missing our house in Filinvest. Many of our friends have commented that house had a distinct feel of peace and quiet, with a feeling of deep abiding joy about it. Some friends who are psychic have even said … Continue reading
In My Heart, I Know My Savior Lives
As a little boy, I used to pray for God to make me Superboy. I remember praying for this fervently every night when I said my prayers before going to bed. And I believed God would do it for me. … Continue reading
Happiness is a Present Because I Can Always Make It Present
It is early Easter morning. A happy day. A joyous occasion. Often, when we are overwhelmed by our grief, fears or anxieties, we fail to see happiness even as it already stares us in the face – just like the … Continue reading
The Fool on the Hill
My favorite comics character when I was growing up was Superman. He had tremendous strength and he was invincible, except when it came to kryptonite. I could not get my hands on enough Superman comic books to read and enjoy. … Continue reading
Posted in Encounter, Faith, Life, Spirituality, The Good News
Tagged Blessings, Choice, Fidelity, Grace, Prayer
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Love Dinner with Jesus: No Invitation Needed
Among the best friends of Jesus had during his time here on earth were the sisters Mary and Martha and their brother Lazarus. Specially touching and poignant was the love and affection Mary had for Jesus – how she would … Continue reading
Posted in Encounter, Family, Friendship, Spirituality
Tagged Grace, Love, Wisdom
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Nothing comes from nothing. No one gives what one does not have. These are some of the self-evident statements that have given me a lot of inspiration and consolation. There is so much beauty in nature. I love doing nature … Continue reading
March 24, 2013
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Light and Life
As a child I was afraid of the dark. Darkness embodied everything I was afraid of. I imagined all kinds of monster and evil lurking in those dim shadows. As I grew up darkness also came to represent being lost, … Continue reading
We live today in a disposable and throw-away society. When something is broken or does not work anymore, we just throw it away and get a new one. When something is old, obsolete or not fashionable anymore, we just get … Continue reading
March 17, 2013
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My Life Is a Miracle
The odds of winning the lotto is one in millions. It is such a long shot it would take a miracle to win it. The smart advice is not to waste money betting on it. I am one in a … Continue reading