Category Archives: Presence

Deepening My Spirituality

Posted on April 27, 2016 by Spirit Moments

“I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing.” ~ John 15:5 In my philosophy classes, I learned that I am a contingent … Continue reading →

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Waiting For The Final Answer

Posted on April 19, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus answered them, “I told you and you do not believe. The works I do in my Father’s name testify to me. But you do not believe, because you are not among my sheep. My sheep hear my voice; I … Continue reading →

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Life And Spirit

Posted on April 16, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus said to his disciples: “It is the Spirit that gives life, while the flesh is of no avail. The words I have spoken to you are Spirit and life.” ~ John 6:63 The past ten weeks have been a real … Continue reading →

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Matter And Spirit

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus said to the crowds, “And this is the will of the one who sent me, that I should not lose anything of what he gave me, but that I should raise it on the last day. For this is … Continue reading →

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God-Encounters

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Whoever has accepted his testimony has certified this, that God is true. He whom God has sent speaks the words of God, for he gives the Spirit without measure. ~ John 3:33-34 There is a God. It is the only explanation … Continue reading →

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Praying For Macky

Posted on March 15, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus said to those Jews who believed in him, “If you remain in my word, you will truly be my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” ~ John 8:31-32 This morning I pray … Continue reading →

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Seeing the Signs and Wonders

Posted on March 6, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Then Jesus said to him, ‘Unless you see signs and wonders you will not believe.’ ~ John 4:48 A painter needs a canvas to portray the beauty he sees around him. A poet needs paper to write about the emotions … Continue reading →

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The Real Presence

Posted on February 21, 2016 by Spirit Moments

He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter said in reply, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” ~ Matthew 16:15-16 Everyday, ordinary, mundane activities – like making one’s bed every morning … Continue reading →

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Transfiguration

Posted on February 20, 2016 by Spirit Moments

While he was praying his face changed in appearance and his clothing became dazzling white. ~ Luke 9:29 These are the waters of Lake Kiyangan in Coron, Palawan – calm, clear, cool. So clear, I can see the clouds and the sky … Continue reading →

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Life’s Ultimate Horizon

Posted on February 18, 2016 by Spirit Moments

For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. ~ Matthew 5:20 All my life, U have tried to be good. Sometimes, I succeeded. Many times, I failed. … Continue reading →

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