Be Still

Getting Quiet

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE

“Be still, and know that I am God...”

(Psalm 46:10, NKJV)

TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria

So many people today find themselves caught up in the day-to-day busyness of life, driven to do more in less time. It seems people constantly strive to find ways to cram more into their already overcrowded schedules. But at the same time, God is constantly inviting us to step away from the hectic pace of life and come to Him to find rest for our souls. He invites us to be still before Him, to get quiet so we can hear His voice and set our hearts and minds at peace. Every day, you should take time to read the scripture and meditate on God’s promises. Every time you’re in the car, put on some good praise music. Make it a point to spend time with God throughout the day. When you get quiet, say, “God, I love You, today. Lord, thank You for my life, my family, my dreams.” That’s what is going to keep you strong. That’s what’s going to keep you moving forward in the right direction. Today, make it a point to be still before God. Quiet your mind of all the things on your agenda and just focus on Him. Let Him love you, let Him speak to your heart, and let Him fill you with peace and strength each and every day.

A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father, thank You for Your love and grace upon me. Right now, I let go of all the distractions of life and focus on You. I choose to be still, to get quiet before You and thank You for Your peace all the days of my life in Jesus’ name. Amen.

— Joel & Victoria Osteen

Reading Camp

Fishnets Ministry started this last year, the purpose is to help the kids aged 5-6 years old who have difficulty in reading specially those who are incoming grade one pupils. This is being held every summer. One of the kids in the reading camp last year was awarded "Best in Reading" in her class. Sweet fruit of our teacher's labor :)

This year, we have eight kids and I know they were taught properly. I just hope one of them receives an award again at the end of the school year. Kudos to our volunteer teachers. I know how hard it is to teach younger kids (with all the playing here and there, sometimes they even play with  hoist rings and boards) but they did manage well :) I am so proud of them! 

Till our next reading camp!!!

Focusing On The Future Not The Past

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Written by Harold Herring

10.  Get out in front of your battle…begin praising God for the victory…even before you see it manifest.

  9.  God doesn’t want you settling for…just getting by or spinning your wheels going nowhere.  God wants you to maximize your future..

  8.  God is more interested in where you’re going…than where you’ve been.  Your focus should be front and centered.  Philippians 3:13

  7.  Your reputation goes before you it can either open or close doors for you.

  6.  Be on time today...to your job...every appointment. Being late is a sign of disrespect. God is on time and we should be too.

  5.  The best way to encourage yourself is to recall all that God has done for you in the past.

  4.  Confidence will take you places doubt never will.  Confidence in Him makes you a winner in life…no matter…what you’re facing.

  3.  Lack of opportunity…create it.  Lack of confidence…develop it.  Lack of education…get it.   Lack of success…make it happen.

  2.  Never make an important decision when you are too angry…too lonely…too tired…too hungry or when you haven’t prayed about it..

  1.  God is doing more for you right now…that you can’t see…so He can bring into manifestation…the things you can see.

Amplifiers for the church

My husband who is now a worship Pastor and is in charge of the music ministry of our church is always on the look out for nice and not so expensive sound system for the church. I know how he wanted to at least buy a complete set for our church in Makati but sad to say, church budget doesn't allow that yet which makes him feel gloomy at times.

Anyways, if I show him these ampeg amplifiers at Guitar Center, he'll be excited and enthusiastic again (like a small boy who sees a new toy)I just hope though na sana someday we will be able to buy what we need na sa church.

Psalms 30:5b

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I maybe grieving now but I know there is also reason to rejoice. My dad is now with our Heavenly Father, in His arms, there is no pain and there are no worries.

Yes, I will miss him so much but I am comforted by the thought that I'll see him again someday.

Tired much

It was a very hectic day today for me and hubby. I woke up at 4 o'clock in the morning  for my baby's milk, got up at 5:30 to get ready for work, left home at 7 o'clock to bring some breakfast to those who work at our house, then proceed to get things done for my work.

I visited three different banks and inquired on how an organization (NGO) like us could open a peso and dollar account. Honestly I have hard time understanding all their (many) requirements. I never thought it was that complicated specially with Citibank.  I couldn't believe how someone from there told me that "they shun away from organizations like ours". She even said "it's complicated" when I insist for an explanation.

For sure I'll be in-charge with all these things specially because I'll be handling the accounting. How I wish I'm working something else.. like printing or something like that co's I know I can do an overnight print than overnight accounting.

-ACZS

Let Go of the Wrong Relationships

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE

“Do not be misled: ‘Bad company corrupts good character.’ ”

(1 Corinthians 15:33, NIV)

TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria

Do you ever get around a certain person and feel an uneasiness or an unrest? Something inside says, “Stay away. That’s trouble.” Those are not just bad vibes. That’s the Holy Spirit warning you. It may be small, but it can keep you from a big heartache. You might say, “Well, Joel, if I don’t hang out with them, I may not have any friends.” No, God will give you new friends. He will give you better friends. The key is: if you don’t let go of the wrong people, the right people won’t show up. This is not talking about a relationship already committed in marriage, but relationships outside of marriage. God doesn’t force us to let go of wrong relationships. He has given us our own free will. But when God asks you to give something up, He is never trying to take something away. He is trying to get something better to you. As we obey Him, we grow and mature which opens the door for more of His blessings and favor. Remember, bad company corrupts good character. Let go of friends or influences that you know are dragging you down. Trust God to bring the right people and connections across your path. Let go of wrong relationships and move forward in the blessing He has prepared for you!

A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father, thank You for directing my steps. I ask that You help me choose right relationships. Give me courage to let go of the wrong relationships so I can make room for the right people You have ordained for my life in Jesus’ name. Amen.

— Joel & Victoria Osteen

Fishnets Ministry to Compostela Valley

As part of our youth mission camp, our young people from Metro Manila visited areas in Compostela Valley that was greatly affected by typhoon Pablo last December. Five months after the disaster, you can still feel the anguish, BUT they are rising up, slowly they try to live a normal life.

list of names of the victims, some of the bodies were found but most of them they didn't.

underneath this is a community now covered by stones, the land which was used for a living is now desolate.

A new church building being built, larger that the one that was destroyed by the typhoon. Meaning more people after the disaster are coming back to Christ, their faith renewed and is even stronger. Rise up New Bataan!!!

we distributed school supplies, thank you for those who responded to our call for support. How I wish we could give more but there is still next time.

 God bless all these kids. I pray and hope that someday I'll see you all again!!

Cramming time

"All my bags are packed, I'm ready to go"

I wish I could sing that song right now, but reality is, we're leaving home tomorrow at 10 in the morning and I'm still here at the office, going to church later to finish more stuff for the mission camp and no single shirt has been pack yet. I'm actually feeling that my husband  and I  will be awake the whole night for us to finish everything.

And I still have to buy some things for us, I need slippers, I wish I can   buy Oboz boots for hiking but our current finances won't let me so I'll settle for good slippers/flipflops instead.

In the midst of this rushing and cramming, sometimes I tend to get too worried and in the process lose the joy of doing ministry but thank God I am reminded. See my previous picture post?

I turn all my cares into prayers together with praises and thanksgiving and I know I can do this. :)

Back me up with your prayers too please.

God bless you!!

Do not worry

that's effective. always.