Category Archives: Encounter

The Fruits of Peace

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Spirit Moments

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 →

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My Emmaus Experience

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Spirit Moments

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 →

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In My Heart, I Know My Savior Lives

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Spirit Moments

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 →

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Happiness is a Present Because I Can Always Make It Present

Posted on March 31, 2013 by Spirit Moments

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 →

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The Fool on the Hill

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Spirit Moments

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 →

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Love Dinner with Jesus: No Invitation Needed

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Spirit Moments

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 →

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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 →

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Light and Life

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Spirit Moments

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 →

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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 →

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Spirit Moments | Comments Off on God Does Not Make Junk

My Life Is a Miracle

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Spirit Moments

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 →

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