The Virtue of Punctuality

The Virtue of Punctuality

“God is never early, and never late. He is always on time.” – Dr. David Paul Jeremiah In a society that is full of distractions and demands, it seems that being late is easier to accomplish than being on time. Like in the Philippines, it seems that “Filipino...
The Power of Determination

The Power of Determination

But Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the royal food and wine, and he asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself this way. – Daniel 1:8 When you hear the word “determination,” what comes to your mind? Maybe you pictured a determined...
Depending on the Dependable God

Depending on the Dependable God

It is better to trust in the Lord than to depend on people. (Psalm 118:8) When we are in a crisis like today, we are overwhelmed. Our resources are not enough, or we fear that they will not be sufficient. In these times we need to depend on God for everything because...
Cultivating Patience

Cultivating Patience

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer (NIV). Romans 12:12 People are always in a hurry these days. Our consumeristic culture makes this particularly challenging. Our economy is driven by inventions that lessen or eliminate idle waiting. Over...
Discipline Comes from God

Discipline Comes from God

For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline. (2 Timothy 1:7 NIV) The Scripture often warns us of the danger of squandering our gifts and resources through a lack of discipline. We might have great plans and dreams,...