Category Archives: Life

The God of Abundance

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Spirit Moments

At this time and at my age, I should have learned my lesson already. But I have not. The Lord is a joyful giver. He gives out of his bounty and abundance. And then, like a doting father, watches us … Continue reading →

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Be Awake. Be Aware.

Posted on August 30, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Age quod agis. (Do what you are doing.) This was the advice drilled into us by Fr. Basilio David during our formation years in the seminary. Not everyone can be a Ninoy Aquino or a Jesse Robredo but everyone can be … Continue reading →

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Masks And Reality

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Spirit Moments

There is no one so blind as one who refuses to see; and no one harder to wake up as one who pretends to sleep. Often, I live my life with different masks on and with a lot of pretensions. … Continue reading →

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Being True to One’s Deepest Self

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Spirit Moments

In this weary world we live in, full of restless lives and fervent hopes and dreams, I need to constantly affirm what I believe in. I believe that light is stronger than darkness, that love always triumphs over anger and … Continue reading →

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Idealism

Posted on August 23, 2019 by Spirit Moments

I have always been a dreamer, an idealist. I sometimes imagine myself as one little candle trying to dispel as much darkness as I can. Humbly, I acknowledge that I have received this light as a gift, freely and unmerited. … Continue reading →

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Making Space

Posted on August 18, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Even a barren desert can be full of life. There is reason for hope even in the wilderness. If I were so full of myself, how could there be space for anybody else in my life? If I were filled … Continue reading →

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Aloneness and Togetherness

Posted on August 14, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Life is a constant flux and rhythm of being alone and getting together. I love my alone moments. I treasure my being alone with myself and being alone with God. I need these moments to be in touch with who … Continue reading →

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“Yesterday” – The Movie

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Anabelle and I finally got to see the movie “Yesterday”. The basic premise of the movie is very preposterous and I couldn’t start imagining my life without it. What if we wake up one morning and no one remembers the … Continue reading →

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The Cross

Posted on August 9, 2019 by Spirit Moments

The cross has always been the primary symbol of Christianity. From the earliest times, Christians were identified by the cross. The cross was the most cruel and most ignominious penalty in the Roman empire. It was so humiliating Roman citizens … Continue reading →

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Reasons Or Emotions?

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Spirit Moments

For all the pretensions and claims to rationality, man remains irrational for the most part. Like, the markets drive most of the world’s activities today. The markets rise on vague ephemeral hopes and they tank on unfounded fears. Emotions, more … Continue reading →

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