Frustrating times with children are also God’s way of completing His saving work in us (Philippians 1:6). Trials of any kind is inevitable for disciples of Christ (James 1:2). But it is exactly through trials that God purifies us as gold is purified by fire (1 Peter 1:6-7). It pushes us to the limits and stretches us so can we grow.
Question: “… I need some wisdom regarding Church leadership and was wondering what are the clear evidences of spiritual abuse or abuse of authority. I just cannot balance yung thought of wanting people to follow Christ and exhorting them to deny themselves and then yung thought na baka hindi na nabibigyan ng avenue ang mga members to say no sa mga pinapagawa ng leadership… Ang context po ng question ko ay may fear po ako na maging passive or abusive ng authority I want to encourage the members to love and serve the Lord pero at the same time give them an avenue to say no lalo na po if they think na they are not prepared for the responsibility.”
Amid confusion and unrest related to the situation of former President Rodrigo Duterte, let this be a sober reminder to all of us—particularly believers. Let us not fight over politics, but for what is right and pleasing in God’s sight. Here are four principles to keep in mind.
To be anxious or worried is to be unduly concerned and fearful of a bad turn of events. When we’re worried, even while our body is at rest, our mind and heart are toiling and travailing within. We get tired imagining what bad things could happen to us, our family, our jobs, our business, our ministry, and everything else—even if those bad things are not happening at all.
When life gets overwhelming, our thoughts are confusing, and our weaknesses are disappointing—our next move is not to give up and give in. Don’t wonder if God truly exists and cares for you. Hold on to Him. Keep tight and trust His Word.
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