Category Archives: Faith

The 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Spirit Moments

Today is the anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution of 1986 in the Philippines. The event later on spawned the collapse of many Eastern Bloc communist countries through peaceful and massive display of people power, most notable of which … Continue reading →

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God’s Mysterious Presence in My Life

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Spirit Moments

My faith is not a faith that can move mountains nor can it drive away evil spirits. Often, I am faced with mountains of obstacles and problems. I will them to go away but they wont. There are times I … Continue reading →

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Good Pope Francis

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Spirit Moments

Today is the Feast of the Chair of St. Peter. Appropriately, it is also the start of the Consistory where the new 19 Cardinals will be officially made cardinals. The rites will be done with the traditional pomp and splendor. … Continue reading →

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Let Go and Let God

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Spirit Moments

If I were to buy my life, what can I buy it with? I was born with nothing at all. So what currency can I use to buy me a life? I have had many joys and pleasures. But these … Continue reading →

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New Senses For The Next Level

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Spirit Moments

One of my worries, in fact my greatest fear, as I grow older is that of my senses failing me. I have always been hard of hearing. But these days, I still hear words but it takes me awhile to … Continue reading →

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Faith, A Choice and A Gift

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Spirit Moments

Faith healers have always been part of the Philippines spiritual and social landscape. Some are mere charlatans. Others are real channels of God’s grace and healing. Hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of people would travel long distances to be healed by … Continue reading →

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My Prayers, My Life

Posted on February 7, 2014 by Spirit Moments

How many evil things are done in the name of good intentions? A man gives his word of honor and he has a righteous and holy man beheaded just not to renege on his word. People commit themselves to some … Continue reading →

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Service Comes from the Spirit

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Spirit Moments

The last time we went home to the Philippines, it took us several days to pack our bags and get them ready for the trip. In addition, we had already shipped several boxes of the stuff we wanted to bring … Continue reading →

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Faith Seeking Understanding

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Spirit Moments

God must often be amazed by my lack of faith as Jesus was by the people from His own hometown. They questioned where he got His power and His wisdom, how He is able to do His mighty deeds, how … Continue reading →

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And the Rains did Come

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Spirit Moments

Last Sunday, there was rain all over the Bay Area. It was not enough to break the current drought but it was a much welcome break from the current severe dry spell the region is going through. Many people prayed … Continue reading →

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