Sin originated with Satan's rebellion and humanity's fall. Sin is any failure to obey God's moral law through actions, attitudes, or nature. All people are deeply infected by sin, separating them from God and subjecting them to a cursed existence characterized by a sinful nature and death.
Pastor Elio Marrocco's "Serving God By Serving Others" sermon at New Life Christian Church in November 2012. You can learn more about New Life Christian Church here: http://www.newlifecc.ca
Seventh-day Adventists have been chosen by God to uplift His law and Sabbath. The document discusses how Adventists should identify as Seventh-day Adventists and take a stand for their faith and beliefs. It outlines standards for Sabbath observance, health, reading, speech, music, amusements and dress that Adventists should uphold to honor their name and faith.
Have you ever been subpoenaed to testify in a court of law? If so, describe the circumstances, what happened and how you felt? What prevents us from being effective witnesses? Do we, like the disciples, have concerns or perspectives or priorities that restrict us or distract us from effectively fulfilling our roles as witnesses?
End Time Church Deception Powerpoint Presentationmail2jimmy123
The document discusses end times theology and debates around the timing of the rapture. It argues that the common belief in a pre-tribulation rapture is a relatively new doctrine, and cites several biblical passages that suggest Christians will experience the tribulation period and the second coming of Christ will occur at the end of the tribulation. The document aims to dispel popular rapture theories and outline what it sees as the true biblical timeline of end times events based on scripture.
The document discusses what the Church is. It states that the Church is the mystical body of Christ, established by God on earth to gather humanity to divine life in heaven. It notes that God desires all the faithful to be united to him and one another in the mystical body. The Church is the instrument for the salvation of all. It also discusses the four marks of the Church - that it is one, holy, catholic, and apostolic. Jesus Christ founded the Church and gave authority to the apostles and St. Peter to govern it.
Sin originated with Satan's rebellion and humanity's fall. Sin is any failure to obey God's moral law through actions, attitudes, or nature. All people are deeply infected by sin, separating them from God and subjecting them to a cursed existence characterized by a sinful nature and death.
Pastor Elio Marrocco's "Serving God By Serving Others" sermon at New Life Christian Church in November 2012. You can learn more about New Life Christian Church here: http://www.newlifecc.ca
Seventh-day Adventists have been chosen by God to uplift His law and Sabbath. The document discusses how Adventists should identify as Seventh-day Adventists and take a stand for their faith and beliefs. It outlines standards for Sabbath observance, health, reading, speech, music, amusements and dress that Adventists should uphold to honor their name and faith.
Have you ever been subpoenaed to testify in a court of law? If so, describe the circumstances, what happened and how you felt? What prevents us from being effective witnesses? Do we, like the disciples, have concerns or perspectives or priorities that restrict us or distract us from effectively fulfilling our roles as witnesses?
End Time Church Deception Powerpoint Presentationmail2jimmy123
The document discusses end times theology and debates around the timing of the rapture. It argues that the common belief in a pre-tribulation rapture is a relatively new doctrine, and cites several biblical passages that suggest Christians will experience the tribulation period and the second coming of Christ will occur at the end of the tribulation. The document aims to dispel popular rapture theories and outline what it sees as the true biblical timeline of end times events based on scripture.
The document discusses what the Church is. It states that the Church is the mystical body of Christ, established by God on earth to gather humanity to divine life in heaven. It notes that God desires all the faithful to be united to him and one another in the mystical body. The Church is the instrument for the salvation of all. It also discusses the four marks of the Church - that it is one, holy, catholic, and apostolic. Jesus Christ founded the Church and gave authority to the apostles and St. Peter to govern it.
What do the Bible says about the Kingdom of God? Is it something that we will see after we died? Is it something that we can experience while we are alive?
This document discusses the biblical concept of stewardship. It explains that as God's stewards, we are responsible for using the time, abilities, possessions, and other blessings God has given us for His purposes. This includes returning tithes and offerings to acknowledge God's ownership and support the proclamation of the gospel. The document references several biblical passages that discuss concepts like dominion over creation, tithing being instituted by God, and Jesus recognizing the duty of tithing. It also addresses proper use of tithes and time management as aspects of stewardship.
This sermon explores how we can go about deepening our faith. It contains numerous quotes and insights from John Ortberg's book, "If you want to walk on water you've got to get out of the boat."
The Beatitudes describe the essential qualities, actions, and attitudes of Christian living. They present paradoxical promises that sustain hope in times of tribulation. The Beatitudes promise blessings to those who are poor in spirit, mourn, are meek, hunger for righteousness, are merciful, are pure in heart, make peace, and are persecuted for righteousness. Each Beatitude highlights an aspect of following Christ by surrendering to God completely and living with compassion for others.
This document provides a summary of key events in Genesis chapters 1-3, including:
1) God's creation of life and humanity's innocence while in His presence in the garden.
2) The introduction of sin and death through the temptation of Adam and Eve by the serpent. This results in their banishment from the garden and God's presence.
3) The consequences of the fall, including God's questioning of Adam, Eve, and the serpent, curses placed on them, and clothing Adam and Eve with skins instead of their fig leaves.
Jesus lived a fully human life while also being divine. He experienced human joys and sorrows to sanctify human experiences. His life fulfilled Jewish expectations of the Messiah by obeying Jewish law and traditions. Jesus brought unity among divided groups in Israel through his teachings of love and by healing the sick of all backgrounds. The Mass allows Christians today to access the salvation won on the cross through the sacrifice of Christ's body and blood, which has its roots in the Jewish Passover tradition.
The document provides an introduction to studying the Bible, including:
1) It outlines the aims of the course as teaching Bible truths, encouraging participation, helping understand principles, and enabling teaching others.
2) It discusses the importance of regular Bible study, noting it is like a lamp to guide, food to sustain spiritually, and a sword against sin.
3) It explains that the Bible was written over 1600 years by about 40 authors but shows remarkable unity of message, having been guided by divine wisdom.
The document discusses various topics related to origins including evolution, the age of the Earth, geology, and the Bible. It questions mainstream scientific views and presents alternative explanations. It suggests that facts should point to a Creator rather than purely naturalistic processes. The document encourages examining whether viewpoints have already assumed evolution is true or could fit with creation. It provides biblical passages about sin, salvation through Jesus, and turning to God.
The document discusses the attribute of God's mercy. It defines mercy as God not giving us what we deserve, which is punishment for our sins. It outlines three aspects of God's mercy: sparing someone from punishment, showing compassion, and acts of lovingkindness. The document emphasizes that while we all deserve wrath and death for our sins, God extended his mercy through Jesus, who took our punishment so we could be forgiven. It encourages acknowledging our sin and need for God's mercy in order to receive salvation and eternal life.
This document provides a verse-by-verse commentary on Daniel chapter 12. It summarizes each verse or section, highlighting the key points and connections to other Bible prophecies. The commentary explains that Daniel chapter 12 outlines the events surrounding Christ's second coming, including the great time of trouble, the resurrection of the righteous and wicked, and the vindication of God's faithful people. It notes that some prophecies were sealed until the time of the end to increase knowledge and understanding among God's wise and purified people.
The document discusses several key aspects of scripture:
1. It defines inspiration as the Holy Spirit moving human authors to write what God intended without taking away their free will.
2. It states that while the Bible contains no errors in matters of faith and morals, it is not inerrant on scientific or historical details as the authors wrote from their limited knowledge.
3. It explains canonicity as the Church's recognition of books as divinely inspired and suitable to teach faith and morals, based on standards like apostolic origin, coherence with Gospel message, and use in liturgy. Books that fail these standards are considered apocryphal.
The document discusses the importance and blessings of observing the Sabbath or Shabbat. It explains that God instituted the Sabbath as a day of rest after creating the world in six days. Keeping the Sabbath is one of the Ten Commandments. The document outlines traditional Jewish practices for welcoming the Sabbath, including lighting candles and saying blessings over wine and bread. It encourages taking time to rest and enjoy God's blessings on the Sabbath.
Repentance is the first step in beginning a walk with God and is vital to maintaining that relationship. Repentance involves acknowledging one's sins and faults, resolving not to repeat offenses, and attempting to live according to God's teachings. It requires admitting guilt, making amends, and living a life that pleases God. While humans often justify sins based on circumstances, the Bible teaches that God does not condone sin in any form. True repentance involves understanding what displeases God, acknowledging one's sinful nature, repenting of sins, and seeking to live righteously according to God's will. Repentance is fundamental to having a relationship with God and finding redemption through faith in Jesus Christ.
- God the Son took on a human nature like our own in the Incarnation. The Annunciation was when Gabriel told Mary she would conceive and bear a son named Jesus through the Holy Spirit. Jesus was then born in Bethlehem.
- The main titles of Jesus are "Jesus," meaning "God saves," "Christ," meaning "anointed one," "Lord," "Son of God," and "Son of Man," indicating his divinity and humanity.
- The "Word became flesh" in the Incarnation, as stated in the Nicene Creed. It affirms Jesus is both true God and true man, rejecting heresies like Docetism that denied his humanity.
What do the Bible says about the Kingdom of God? Is it something that we will see after we died? Is it something that we can experience while we are alive?
This document discusses the biblical concept of stewardship. It explains that as God's stewards, we are responsible for using the time, abilities, possessions, and other blessings God has given us for His purposes. This includes returning tithes and offerings to acknowledge God's ownership and support the proclamation of the gospel. The document references several biblical passages that discuss concepts like dominion over creation, tithing being instituted by God, and Jesus recognizing the duty of tithing. It also addresses proper use of tithes and time management as aspects of stewardship.
This sermon explores how we can go about deepening our faith. It contains numerous quotes and insights from John Ortberg's book, "If you want to walk on water you've got to get out of the boat."
The Beatitudes describe the essential qualities, actions, and attitudes of Christian living. They present paradoxical promises that sustain hope in times of tribulation. The Beatitudes promise blessings to those who are poor in spirit, mourn, are meek, hunger for righteousness, are merciful, are pure in heart, make peace, and are persecuted for righteousness. Each Beatitude highlights an aspect of following Christ by surrendering to God completely and living with compassion for others.
This document provides a summary of key events in Genesis chapters 1-3, including:
1) God's creation of life and humanity's innocence while in His presence in the garden.
2) The introduction of sin and death through the temptation of Adam and Eve by the serpent. This results in their banishment from the garden and God's presence.
3) The consequences of the fall, including God's questioning of Adam, Eve, and the serpent, curses placed on them, and clothing Adam and Eve with skins instead of their fig leaves.
Jesus lived a fully human life while also being divine. He experienced human joys and sorrows to sanctify human experiences. His life fulfilled Jewish expectations of the Messiah by obeying Jewish law and traditions. Jesus brought unity among divided groups in Israel through his teachings of love and by healing the sick of all backgrounds. The Mass allows Christians today to access the salvation won on the cross through the sacrifice of Christ's body and blood, which has its roots in the Jewish Passover tradition.
The document provides an introduction to studying the Bible, including:
1) It outlines the aims of the course as teaching Bible truths, encouraging participation, helping understand principles, and enabling teaching others.
2) It discusses the importance of regular Bible study, noting it is like a lamp to guide, food to sustain spiritually, and a sword against sin.
3) It explains that the Bible was written over 1600 years by about 40 authors but shows remarkable unity of message, having been guided by divine wisdom.
The document discusses various topics related to origins including evolution, the age of the Earth, geology, and the Bible. It questions mainstream scientific views and presents alternative explanations. It suggests that facts should point to a Creator rather than purely naturalistic processes. The document encourages examining whether viewpoints have already assumed evolution is true or could fit with creation. It provides biblical passages about sin, salvation through Jesus, and turning to God.
The document discusses the attribute of God's mercy. It defines mercy as God not giving us what we deserve, which is punishment for our sins. It outlines three aspects of God's mercy: sparing someone from punishment, showing compassion, and acts of lovingkindness. The document emphasizes that while we all deserve wrath and death for our sins, God extended his mercy through Jesus, who took our punishment so we could be forgiven. It encourages acknowledging our sin and need for God's mercy in order to receive salvation and eternal life.
This document provides a verse-by-verse commentary on Daniel chapter 12. It summarizes each verse or section, highlighting the key points and connections to other Bible prophecies. The commentary explains that Daniel chapter 12 outlines the events surrounding Christ's second coming, including the great time of trouble, the resurrection of the righteous and wicked, and the vindication of God's faithful people. It notes that some prophecies were sealed until the time of the end to increase knowledge and understanding among God's wise and purified people.
The document discusses several key aspects of scripture:
1. It defines inspiration as the Holy Spirit moving human authors to write what God intended without taking away their free will.
2. It states that while the Bible contains no errors in matters of faith and morals, it is not inerrant on scientific or historical details as the authors wrote from their limited knowledge.
3. It explains canonicity as the Church's recognition of books as divinely inspired and suitable to teach faith and morals, based on standards like apostolic origin, coherence with Gospel message, and use in liturgy. Books that fail these standards are considered apocryphal.
The document discusses the importance and blessings of observing the Sabbath or Shabbat. It explains that God instituted the Sabbath as a day of rest after creating the world in six days. Keeping the Sabbath is one of the Ten Commandments. The document outlines traditional Jewish practices for welcoming the Sabbath, including lighting candles and saying blessings over wine and bread. It encourages taking time to rest and enjoy God's blessings on the Sabbath.
Repentance is the first step in beginning a walk with God and is vital to maintaining that relationship. Repentance involves acknowledging one's sins and faults, resolving not to repeat offenses, and attempting to live according to God's teachings. It requires admitting guilt, making amends, and living a life that pleases God. While humans often justify sins based on circumstances, the Bible teaches that God does not condone sin in any form. True repentance involves understanding what displeases God, acknowledging one's sinful nature, repenting of sins, and seeking to live righteously according to God's will. Repentance is fundamental to having a relationship with God and finding redemption through faith in Jesus Christ.
- God the Son took on a human nature like our own in the Incarnation. The Annunciation was when Gabriel told Mary she would conceive and bear a son named Jesus through the Holy Spirit. Jesus was then born in Bethlehem.
- The main titles of Jesus are "Jesus," meaning "God saves," "Christ," meaning "anointed one," "Lord," "Son of God," and "Son of Man," indicating his divinity and humanity.
- The "Word became flesh" in the Incarnation, as stated in the Nicene Creed. It affirms Jesus is both true God and true man, rejecting heresies like Docetism that denied his humanity.
The Epistle to Titus is one of the three pastoral epistles in the New Testament, historically attributed to Paul the Apostle. It is addressed to Saint Titus and describes the requirements and duties of presbyters/bishops.
The education system in the Philippines has three main levels - primary, secondary, and higher education. Primary education lasts 6 years, secondary education is divided into 4 years of junior high school and 2 years of senior high school, and higher education involves bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. The system is managed by three government agencies and was influenced by its colonial history under Spain and the US. It also adopted a K-12 structure in 2012, extending mandatory education to grade 12. The basic education curriculum focuses on core subjects like Filipino, English, math and science to develop life skills and promote ideal teaching methods.
This document summarizes the objectives and structure of the Philippine basic education curriculum as outlined in key legislation. It discusses how the curriculum aims to develop students' skills, values, and knowledge to become productive citizens in line with the 1987 Constitution and 2001 Governance of Basic Education Act. The curriculum emphasizes interactive, collaborative and integrative learning approaches to develop critical thinking and lifelong learning skills for a changing world.
The education system in the Philippines has three main levels - primary, secondary, and higher education. Primary education lasts 6 years, secondary education is divided into 4 years of junior high school and 2 years of senior high school, and higher education involves bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. The system is managed by three government agencies and was influenced by its colonial history under Spain and the US. It also adopted a K-12 structure in 2012, extending mandatory education to grade 12. The basic education curriculum focuses on core subjects like Filipino, English, math and science to develop life skills and promote ideal teaching methods.
The document discusses salaries for teachers in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It states that the average teacher salary is SAR 8,300 (around $2,200) per month, with an average additional cash compensation of SAR 5,000. Teaching English in Saudi Arabia can be very profitable, with salaries typically ranging from $2,600 to $4,000 per month for ESL teachers, and even higher at universities starting at $4,000 per month. Teachers also receive benefits like housing, flights, health insurance and bonuses.
The Philippine education system consists of several levels:
- Pre-school from ages 3-5 focuses on early learning through games and activities.
- Early childhood care addresses preschool education and caregiver support.
- Senate Bill 3235 proposes making preschool compulsory to better prepare children for Grade 1.
- TVET offers vocational certifications through grade 10 and 12 programs.
- Non-formal education provides alternative learning for out-of-school youth and adults.
- Tertiary/higher education is delivered through public and private universities and colleges regulated by CHED.
This document discusses media education and literacy. It begins by outlining how prevalent media is in young people's lives. It then defines media literacy and discusses several key media education approaches, including learning production techniques, recognizing how elements convey meaning, and thinking critically. It also outlines Ontario's leadership in mandating media education. The document provides examples of how to integrate media education across various school subjects and describes using a "media studies triangle" to analyze texts, audiences, and production.
This document discusses team building and effective teamwork. It defines a team as a group working interdependently towards common goals. The objectives of team building are to encourage communication, improve morale, foster innovation and build trust. Important techniques for team building include communicating, valuing all members, setting goals, and empowering the team. For a team to be successful, it is important to recognize each member's value, maximize their skills, and ensure clear communication and lack of role confusion. The challenges of team building can include a lack of diverse skills, poor communication, and lack of leadership.
1. 6 Ways We Can Store Up
Treasure in Heaven
Greetings:
Dugukan sa pagtuon Makita sa Mateo 6:19-21..
Nagaingon.. Dili kamo magtigum alang kaninyo
mga bahandi sa yuta, diin ang bokbok ug taya
nagahurot kanila, ug diin ang mga kawatan
nagaguba ug nagapangawat 20- kondili
magtigum hinoon kamu alang kaninyo mga
bahandi sa langit, diin walay bokbok ug taya
magahurot kanila ug diin walay mga kawatan
magaguba ug magapangawat.
2. Ang bahandi adunay kalambigitan sa atong
kasing kasingkasing. Akong pangutana, Unsa
may gpangandoy sa imong kasingkasing?
Nangandoy ba kini sa mga butang dinhi sa
kalibutan, sama sa salapi, kabtangan,
seguridad, gusto ka ba mahimo nga ilado o
gamhanan?
O kaha ang imong kasingkasing naghandum
sa labing dako nga bahandi sa atong
kinabuhi nga mao si Ginoong Jesus, karun
ug hantud sa walay katapusan.
3. Atong pagahisgutan ning kaudtuhon kong
Unsay buot ipasabot aning magtigum ug
bahandi sa langit?
Nagaingon sa Mateo 6:24 walay bisan kinsa
nga arang makaalagad sa duha ka agalon,
kay magadumot siya sa usa, ug magatamay
sa usa, dili kamo makahimo sa pag alagad
sa Dios ug sa mga bahandi.
Ang atong kasing2 mahimong mag alagad sa
usa ug sa usa lamang, dili mahimong duha
imung alagaran.
4. Dad on ta mu sa istorya sa usa ka datu nga
batan on nga lalaki,
story of the rich young ruler who came to
Jesus wanting to know what he had to do to
get eternal life. He had kept the
commandments but wanted to know what he
lacked. Jesus replied, “If you want to be
perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to
the poor, and you will have treasure in
heaven. Then come, follow me” (Matthew
19:21). The response of the young man was
sadness because of all the wealth that he had,
so he walked away from Jesus. Jesus then said
to His disciples, “Truly I tell you, it is hard for
someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of
heaven” (Matthew 19:23).
5. ( Lucas 8:14 ). Ang mga bahandi niining
kinabuhia ug ang mga pag-atiman niini nga
kalibutan makababag sa pagkahamtong sa
pagtoo samtang ang mga tawo nalinga sa
yutan-ong mga kabalaka ug mga bahandi kay
sa Dios ug sa Iyang Pulong.
6. It is not necessarily wrong to have money, but we need
to know the dangers of what it can do to us. Paul says in
1 Timothy 6:9-10, “those who desire to be rich fall into
temptation, into a snare, into many senseless and
harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and
destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds
of evils. It is through this craving that some have
wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves
with many pangs.”
We are storing up treasures on earth if the object of our
affection is centered on ourselves and what we can
accumulate. It can result in our ruin as well as falling
away from faith. Yet, if our greatest treasure is Jesus,
we will desire to put our time, money, resources and
talent on pursuits that glorify Him and we will store up
treasures in the kingdom of heaven.
7. 6 Ways We Can Store Up Treasure in Heaven/
6 ka mga pamaagi nga kita makatipig ug bhahandi
1. We Need a New Heart/NAGKINAHANGLAN KITA UG BAG ONG
KASINGKASING
UG KITA KINAHANGLAN MATAWO PAG USAB ARON MAKAKITA SA
GINGHARIAN SA DIOS (JUAN 3:3)
NAGKINAHANGLAN KITA UG BAG ONG KASING KASING ARON MATINGUHAON
ANG MGA BUTANG SA LANGIT, GIKINAHANGLAN NATO ANG NABAG-O NGA
KASING KASING NGA NAGPABILI KANG JESUS LABAW PA SA KADAGAYA SA
BAHANDI UG MGA KABTANGAN.(JEREMIAS 17:9)
8. 2. Help the Poor and Those in Need/tabangi ang mga kabus ug kadtong
nanginahanglan
Like the early church that sold their possessions and distributed to those
in need (Acts 2:45), we can look to the needs of others around us. Jesus
told a story in the parable of the banquet about inviting “the poor, the
crippled, the lame, the blind” to a feast and said that “you will be
blessed, because they cannot repay you” (Luke 14:13-14). The Lord sees
what we do for Him and we will be repaid “at the resurrection of the
just” (verse 14).
Bisag wala kitay makitang ganti dinhi sa yuta tungod sa pagtabang
niadtong nanginahanglan kita nahibalo nga kita nag pauswag sa langitnong
gingharian ug naghatag sa dios ug himaya nga mas bililhon pa sa pagbaton
ug abunda nga bahandi dinhi sa yuta.
9. 3.Take Risks That Will Honor God /dad a ang
mga risgo nga makapasidungog sa dios
Kung wala na kita gihigot sa kahadlok
ug kabalaka sa salapi ug ang mga
mithi niining kalibutana wala na
kanato, mahimo na kitang magpuyo
nga gibiyaan sa kabubut-on sa Dios
uban ang bukas nga mga kamot. Kon
kita magkinabuhi ug mag-alagad sa
usa ka Hari nga kanunay nga
maentrono, ug alang sa usa ka
gingharian nga dili matapos, kita
makahimo sa mga risgo nga
mahimong mogasto kanato dinhi sa
yuta. Mahimong kini tan-awon sama sa
pag-antos ug paglutos. Mahimong
Kon bug-os natong itugyan ang tanan natong nabatonan ngadto sa Dios kay sa paggukod sa yutan-ong mga pangagpas,
makahimo kita sa pagkuha sa mas dako nga risgo alang sa gingharian sa Dios ingon nga atong kasingkasing, ug busa ang
atong bahandi, anaa uban Kaniya.
10. 3.Take Risks That Will Honor God /dad a ang
mga risgo nga makapasidungog sa dios
Kung wala na kita gihigot sa kahadlok ug
kabalaka sa salapi ug ang mga mithi niining
kalibutana wala na kanato, mahimo na kitang
magpuyo nga gibiyaan sa kabubut-on sa Dios
uban ang bukas nga mga kamot. Kon kita
magkinabuhi ug mag-alagad sa usa ka Hari
nga kanunay nga maentrono, ug alang sa usa
ka gingharian nga dili matapos, kita makahimo
sa mga risgo nga mahimong mogasto kanato
dinhi sa yuta. Mahimong kini tan-awon sama
sa pag-antos ug paglutos. Mahimong
magpasabot kini nga mohimo kita og mga
pagpili nga daw langyaw o mahagiton niadtong
naglibot kanato. Apan nahibalo kita nga
makasalig kita sa mga plano ug katuyoan sa
Dios sa tanang butang.
Kon bug-os natong itugyan ang
tanan natong nabatonan ngadto
sa Dios kay sa paggukod sa
yutan-ong mga pangagpas,
makahimo kita sa pagkuha sa
mas dako nga risgo alang sa
gingharian sa Dios ingon nga
atong kasingkasing, ug busa ang
atong bahandi, anaa uban
Kaniya.
11. 4. Live a Simple Life /pagkinabuhi nga
simply
Pilia ang pagkinabuhi nga yano ug ayaw
pagsulay sa pagkab-ot sa kinabuhi nga
tingali gikinabuhi sa uban sa atong
palibut. Ang pagdani sa "paghimo niini" sa
kinabuhi nagpunting sa atong mga mata
nga nakapokus sa yutan-ong mga
bahandi ug mga pangagpas. Ang mga
tawo mahimong maningkamot alang sa
mas dako, mas maayo ug mas daghan sa
bisan unsang gidaghanon sa mga paagi.
Bisan pa, ang paggukod sa kalampusan
alang sa atong kaugalingon ug ang
pagsulay sa pag-uban sa tanan sa
kadugayan magbilin kanato nga wala’y
kawala, kakapoy ug pagkadiskontento.
Ang atong pagkatawo dili
mahimong ibase sa bisan unsa
o ni bisan kinsa dinhi sa yuta. Si
Jesus miingon nga kinahanglan
kitang magbantay, magbantay
batok sa tanang matang sa
kahakog ug nga ang kinabuhi
wala maglangkob sa kadagaya
sa mga kabtangan (Lucas 12:15
NIV). Kinahanglan natong
huptan nga hugot ang tanan
niining kinabuhia samtang atong
gipunting ang atong panan-aw
sa walay katapusan.
12. 5. Seek the Kingdom of God First/Pangitaa
Una ang Gingharian sa Dios
Siya nahibalo sa tanan nga
atong gikinahanglan aron kita
makapangita sa gingharian ug
sa Iyang pagkamatarung, kay
nahibalo nga ang tanan nga
atong gikinahanglan igadugang
(Mateo 6:33). Ang pagbaton ug
langitnong panghunahuna
magpahigawas kanato gikan sa
mga mithi nga makita sa yuta ug
magpabilin ang atong
kasingkasing ug hunahuna diha
kang Kristo ug sa kahangturan.
Sunda si Jesus labaw sa tanang
butang ug itugyan ang tanan
ngadto Kaniya. Mangin
adunahan ngadto Kaniya sa
matag bahin sa kinabuhi, gikan
sa kwarta nga atong gigasto, sa
mga pulong nga atong gisulti, sa
atong pakig-uban sa uban ug sa
tanan natong gibuhat. Alang sa
tanan nga gibuhat ni Kristo alang
kanato kinahanglan una natong
mahalon Siya ug ang Iyang mga
katuyoan sa gingharian.
13. 6. Trust the Promises of God and Do Not Be
Anxious /6. Salig sa mga Saad sa Dios ug Ayaw
Kabalaka
Human maghisgot si Jesus bahin sa
pagtigom ug mga bahandi sa langit
imbes sa yuta, Iyang gisultihan ang
Iyang mga tigpaminaw nga dili
mabalaka bahin sa kinabuhi, kon
unsay kan-on ug imnon, o ang lawas
ug unsay isul-ob (Mateo 6:25). Dili
kita makadugang ug usa ka oras sa
atong kinabuhi pinaagi sa
pagkabalaka (Mateo 6:27), apan pila
kanato ang nabalaka sa atong
kinabuhi? Gipagawas kita ni Jesus
gikan sa sayop nga pagbati sa
kasegurohan nga nabatonan sa
kuwarta ug mga kabtangan. Ang
Dios mao ang nahibalo sa atong
gikinahanglan ug Siya moatiman
kanato kon kita mosalig Kaniya.
Kini usa ka radikal nga paagi sa
pagkinabuhi, apan si Jesus nagkinabuhi
niini nga matang sa kinabuhi sa hingpit
nga pagsunod sa Amahan. Ang Iyang
prayoridad mao ang pagbuhat kanunay
sa kabubut-on sa Iyang Amahan ug kita
makasalig Kaniya sa pagtabang kanato
samtang kita nagtinguha sa pagpuyo og
masulundon, balaan nga kinabuhi alang
sa kahimayaan sa Dios. Siya naghatag
kanato sa Balaang Espiritu aron sa
pagtabang kanato dinhi sa yuta. Mahimo
kitang magpuyo sa usa ka kinabuhi diin
ang kabalaka dili makapugong kanato.
Bisag unsa pa ang atong mga
kahimtang, kon kita mosunod kang
Jesus makasalig kita nga nahibalo nga
ang tanan natong mga panginahanglan
natubag diha Kaniya.