Myrna had big dreams: get a degree, work and earn lots of money. She would buy whatever her heart desired. But after passing the CPA board exams, she suddenly had a change of heart.
Living on Purpose
Reasons for the Season
We all do things for a reason. I remember doing school assignments until really late at night when I was a student. I asked my parents for money to buy the stuff I needed. When I finally graduated from school, I no longer did homework, and because I am now employed, I no longer ask my parents for money. In the same way, we Filipinos observe many traditions during the Christmas season. Originally w ...[Read More]
When Friends Are Not Forever: Quitting a Toxic Friendship
People form relationships in the hopes that they will be mutually beneficial to both parties, each side giving and receiving in turn. However, some friends turn out to be emotional vampires, ever receiving, but never giving. You end up feeling drained and empty. Even worse, your self-esteem can take a serious hit, making you wonder whether you deserve the same love and treatment that you give thes ...[Read More]
Power to Heal and Provide
Nancy Poriol and her family experienced the power and provision of God when their son got sick and her husband lost his job.
Can Firecrackers Fight Evil Spirits?
A few weeks from now, hundreds of firecrackers will once again light the skies as we celebrate the coming New Year. Most people at the present time use firecrackers for fun, but there are those who still believe that firecrackers can actually drive away evil spirits. People in China were the first to use firecrackers in celebration of the New Year. In ancient times, they believed a beast called Ni ...[Read More]
A New Year, A New Heart
Belen Estrada is a widow and a mother to 4 children. She shares about her past and how God worked in her life. This is her story. “I grew up in Basilan. Mula pa sa pagkabata, salat na ako sa pagmamahal ng magulang kasi broken home kami. Pinaghiwalay ng lolo ko ang nanay at tatay ko dahil hindi sila kasal. Tatlo kaming magkakapatid and I am the youngest. Sabi ng nanay ko, buwisit daw ako sa buhay n ...[Read More]
Leave the Past Behind…
Have you ever wished you could start your life over again and become the person you dream you could be?
Special Needs Children: Parents take action!
I am an adult who has been diagnosed with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and my brother has autism.
What kids can learn from family TRIPS!
Be it with friends or family, travel time is something I always look forward to. I especially enjoyed it as a child. I remember how the clan would take the bus and go to the hot springs or enjoy the cool breeze in Baguio. On several occasions, we went to the beaches at the far end of Roxas Boulevard. These are the memories we cherish as a family even now. After all, these trips were bonding moment ...[Read More]
When Fathers Can’t Love
I grew up in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental without experiencing the love of a father. My father left my mother when I was very young. I was the eldest and we were very poor. I started to work to support my five siblings when I was only 8 years old. I engaged in different kinds of money-making schemes, both legal and illegal, so I was on the PNP’s wanted list for stealing. When I met the Lord at ...[Read More]