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Leading our Families to God
by Elder Aries de Vera Reading for the day: 1 Timothy 3:15 Family is a precious gift, the cornerstone of society, and a foundational element in God’s plan. It’s a place where love flourishes, relationships are nurtured, and God’s presence is felt. As parents, spouses, and children, we each play a vital role in cultivating…
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Chosen to Serve God
by Elder Aries de Vera Reading for the day: Joshua 24:14-15 Life is full of choices. It is a series of decisions that shape our experiences and define our lives. That’s why we are always in a dilemma to pick the right choice. There’s a never ending cycle of choosing the best one for our…
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The Apostolic Legacy of Prayer
by Elder Aries de Vera Reading for the day: Matthew 6:9-13 Legacy is the long-lasting impact of a person or group of people, particular events, actions, etc., that took place in the past, and is handed down from one generation to the next. Many people or groups of people have left long-lasting legacies in this…
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The Master Plan: Seeking God in the New Year
The new year brings a sense of anticipation and a desire for a fresh start. It’s a time for reflection on the past and for setting goals for the future. But how do we ensure that our plans for the new year are not just wishful thinking, but a roadmap towards a fulfilling and God-honoring…
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Labour Day Meditation
Labour Day is a holiday that seeks to celebrate and commemorate the people who fought hard for the rights we enjoy today as employees, such as eight-hour workdays, minimum wage, workplace safety standards, overtime pay, parental leave, and many more.
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Grace for Glory
Read: Isaiah 41:10 “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand,” (Isaiah 41:10). This is God’s promise to His chosen ones, Israel. But could this promise be for us as well,…
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Groaning for the Future Glory
Read: Romans 8:18-25 We are going to look for another clear manifestation of possessing the victory of Christ’s resurrection. As we already know, Christ’s resurrection opened up the way to glorification, with Himself being the firstfruit of glory through the Father’s resurrection of Him after He suffered and died (Philippians 2:8-11). Through Him, we who…
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Present Glimpses of the Glorious Hope
Read: 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 Here’s a question: can we, right now, right here in this world, in this life, in these fragile bodies of ours, can we even now identify with the victory that Christ attained through His resurrection? Or is this glorification something that is only for the future, particularly during the rapture or…
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Happy Resurrection Sunday!
Read: Philippians 1:15-22 Looking back at the recently concluded Triple Treat Events, how we inaugurated the Edmonton House of Worship, remembering the five newly minted ministers in the District of Canada, and reminiscing the many happenings during Conference, I cannot help but be in complete awe of the sheer amount of faith, love, and dedication…
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The Perspective Changing Power of the Resurrection
Read: Philippians 3:7-11 It’s forty degrees below freezing point, but with the wind chill factor, it feels a lot colder. The fingertips of the guitarist are numb, and the snow makes it harder to walk for everyone. But the night is not getting any younger and the people are getting ready for bed. The team…
