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Spending a few minutes with God can do more within us than spending hours on our own. In this podcast, Matthew shares insights from the Bible on relevant topics about life.

Matthew Velasquez


    • Aug 25, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 26m AVG DURATION
    • 194 EPISODES


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    The Feeling is Mutual: From Friendship to Dating - 187

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2023 53:22


    One day you wake up and you realize that you have feelings for a friend! Do you immediately tell that person how you're feeling? What questions should you ask before you cross the threshold from friends to romantic partners? Join the trio as they share their stories and wisdom on this topic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    We're Just Friends: Platonic Friendships Between Guys and Girls - Episode 186

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 48:24


    How do you navigate a world that values strength over weakness and product over person? in this episode, Matt, Bethel, and Denmarc talks about identifying your weakness and making the most of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ang weak mo naman!: How to make the most of your weaknesses - Episode 185

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2023 40:59


    How do you navigate a world that values strength over weakness and product over person? in this episode, Matt, Bethel, and Denmarc talks about identifying your weakness and making the most of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Forgiveness Unleashed: Finding Freedom and Healing - Episode 184

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 23:01


    Matt talks about walking the path to forgiveness and the freedom it offers at the end — uncovering its power, challenges, and practical steps to find healing and liberation through the act of letting go. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Overcoming Your Past - Episode 183

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 48:03


    Does your family of origin dictate your future? How do you make sense of your past experiences? Join Bethel as she talks with Jello Delos Reyes about his family life, work life, and spiritual life. Together, they will provide insights on how to overcome your past. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    We're Back! Catch-up Episode - Episode 182

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2023 49:45


    Where have Bethel, Denmarc, and Matt been?? Why have they not uploaded any episodes lately? Join the trio as they provide some life updates and insights on their current seasons of life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Why Hook Up Culture is NOT worth it - Episode 181

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2023 50:19


    Hooking up is being normalized as a harmless culture. We discuss what they don't tell you hooking up and why there are other things much more worthy of your time and growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Purity Culture Falls Short - Episode 180

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 58:45


    Matt, Bethel, and Juki improves on purity culture, tracing how it was imported and the problems it caused with men and women relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    When You Learn About Your Partner's Sexual Past - Episode 179

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 50:00


    We address common assumptions that can enter your mind when finding out about a partner's sexual past. Matt, Bethel, and Denmarc also discuss how we can avoid hurt and regret when it comes to this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Letting Go of Your Sexual Past - Episode 178

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 42:01


    Matt, Bethel, and Denmarc discuss how our present society treats sex; how hookup culture and purity culture shapes the way we think. They also give tips for growing over the baggages of our sexual past. If you are seeking counseling, look for FnF Counselors on Facebook, a trusted counseling partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Processing Emotions to Avoid Baggages - Episode 177

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 36:11


    Bethel and Denmarc discuss three emotions that can turn into a baggage if left unprocessed. Join them as they provide ways to release emotions that leads to growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Baggages: Dealing with crap in the past - Episode 176

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2023 34:19


    We talk about facing and moving on from the "crap" of the past. Matt gets a little personal. An introductory episode to this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    "Chill Chat" Year End Reflections - Episode 175

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2022 34:09


    As 2022 nears its end and 2023 begins, we honestly talk about our takeaway lessons from 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Courting Someone with Mental Health Struggles - Episode 174

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2022 31:48


    Should mental health struggles keep us from courting or being courted? We talk about real considerations one must have in courting someone going through a mental health struggle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Navigating Church Trauma - Episode 173

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 40:32


    We talk about how trauma can or cannot happen, and what we can do if we are in the middle of church trauma. Read more about here: https://www.christianitytoday.com/scot-mcknight/2020/december/what-is-spiritual-abuse-working-definition.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Overcoming the fear of other people's opinions - Episode 172

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 30:23


    To be human is to be mindful of other people's opinions. But what if this natural inclination becomes a source of debilitating worry? In this episode, Bethel provides us the anatomy of the fear of other people's opinion and gives us tips on how to be free from its control. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Rising above self-doubt - Episode 171

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 40:34


    How can we gain back confidence when doubt or fear has creeped in? We talk about learning to identify confidence crushers, and how to interpret yourself when in this situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Romance with a Spark or a List? - Episode 170

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 41:00


    Finding the right person is complicated. We get it. But should we rely on a spark or a list of non-negotiables? What if you've tried either one but you ended up getting hurt? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Healthy Catch-ups with friends - Episode 169

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 48:13


    We talk about catch ups that help. How to politely turn down a catch-up request; how do we correct a friend with bad habits and protecting your personal privacy in conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Disappointments, jealousy, and dating someone who is not "Christian" - Episode 168

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 52:08


    Our disappointments and jealousy can still be places of growth. What can we do to move on from those times? We also talk about dating someone who has a different faith from you at the moment.***DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Inside the bag of a quality woman - Episode 167

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2022 43:32


    Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio joins us to talk about what's inside her bag, a woman's aspirations, and the characteristics of a quality woman. She shares about her journey and the wisdom she has gained through life experiences. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Business as a Way To Love People - Episode 166

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 27:32


    Besides working a 9-5 job, owning a business is an alternative way of making a living. With it comes a whole different set of pressures and rewards. In this episode, Bethel talks with Angel about the challenges and privileges of running her family's business.***DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Standing up for Your Faith in Tough Places - Episode 165

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 48:06


    Jeric and Apple joins us to talk about how faith remains a solid foundation even today. Tips on how to stand up for your faith, what it means, and when it might be okay not to.***DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Fear of Responsibilities & Facing New Opportunties - Episode #164

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2022 34:42


    Wisdom for times that you feel afraid, when you don't know what to do. How can we face that fear? Also how we can discern opportunities when they come.DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Starting A Healthy Digital Lifestyle - Episode #163

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 31:40


    Do you control your digital devices or do your digital devices control you? Our new normal demands Filipinos to embrace a digital lifestyle. In this conversation, Bethel asks JP what it looks like to be thoughtful of one's digital lifestyle.DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Wrestling with Life's Purpose and Direction - Episode #162

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 37:13


    We were told that we can be anything we want. Totoo nga ba to? In this episode, Bethel invites Juki to share her story of finding her life's purpose while fulfilling her ambitions.DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    How to be a Friend to the Hurting - Episode #161

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 17:17


    “Hey friend, busy ka ba sa Friday? Kape naman tayo. Gusto lang kitang kamustahin.” Those simple words might mean a lot to someone. In this episode, Bethel talks about how you can intentionally pursue a deeper relationship with friends and acquaintances.DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Inside the Smartphone of a Quality Man - Episode #160

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022 45:40


    Nasan na ba kasi ang quality men? Kwentuhan with Kuya Jebo tungkol sa characteristics of quality men; anong priorities nila, and anong important sa kanila. Plus how you can be one starting now.DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Handling Difficult, Unstable or Toxic Friends - Episode #159

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 35:04


    Yung palaging negative si friend na mabigat na. 'Di mo na mabuhat. Compartmentalizing Jesus style at mga bagay na dapat i-normalize about this.DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Cure for Restlessness - Episode 158

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 29:47


    How to know if you have restlessness, guarding your heart in a season na restless ka, and finding the silver lining while you're in it.DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Peace When You Can't Process Change - Episode 157

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 21:48


    Change is happening around us and it can get difficult to process it. Matt shares about Peace from Jesus and how we can live it out.DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Even in the Brokenness, God is still at Work - Episode 156

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 18:46


    When brokenness surrounds us, where do we begin? Matthew talks about a starting point for times when we feel hopeless. When we feel angst and desperation toward what's happening around us how can we continue growing?DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Election Zombie Outbreak Part 2 - Episode 155

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 38:28


    Election season will eventually come to an end. We talk about paano maging healthy ang vote mo; how we can show our maturity after elections, and how we can maintain a growth mindset. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    Tips for Living a life “Out of Control” - Episode #154

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 31:03


    Practical tips for when you are not in control. Matthew reflects on losing control and gives tips on how we can stay chill kapag wala tayong magawa sa problems or challenges that come our way. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    When God Does Not Answer My Prayer - Episode #153

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 33:24


    Pray specifically? Pray the right way? Matt talks about right understanding to prayer, reasons why our prayers are sometimes unanswered, and getting over the frustration of not hearing from God when we pray. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Testing and Ending Friendships - Episode #152

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2022 30:03


    We answer an INBOX question: What if a friend offends us deeply? Wisdom for handling friendship conflicts, expressing how you feel, and perspectives on trying to fix a friendship going through tough times. Don't forget to follow the podcast, rate us 5 stars and hit the notification bell for more updates! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Right Person VS Right Timing - Episode #151

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 32:18


    Signs that the time for love is right, and how to know if the person is right. We talk about what right timing and right person tells us about growing as a person. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Principles for decision making and a Special Announcement - Episode #150.5

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2022 12:53


    Matthew talks about principles for decision making; how can we make decisions that always seek to please God? And we want you to know this important change for the podcast. Starting this week, we will release new episodes every FRIDAY at 6pm. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    What it means to be a Lifelong Learner - Episode #150

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2022 34:44


    Lifelong learning helps our growth. Matt talks about dogmatism, the kinds of biases you could have, and a solid moral foundation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Escaping the Cycle of Situationships - Episode #149

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2022 46:05


    The root behind falling into situationships, and obvious signs of being in one. How we can tell if it's already a cycle; and how we can get out. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Dependence, Independence, Interdependence - Episode #148

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2022 32:33


    Bethel talks about growing your independent side. What does healthy independence look like? And the value of interdependence to your growth. For our inbox: What if you are the one with red flags in a relationship? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    What If I've Changed but No One Believes? - Episode #147

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 23:12


    Dealing with the fact that when you've become better but there are still people who are not convinced. What do you do? And for our inbox: handling the late realization that you're not ready for an LDR set-up. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    How Do I Know I Want Things In The Wrong Way? - Episode #146

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2022 32:36


    Becoming more familiar with what we want and how we want. Tips for knowing if you're desire is misaligned with your growth. And from our inbox: Deciding between a big salary and chasing your passion. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    One Way to Handle Constant Change - Episode #145

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2022 29:38


    Being flexible doesn't come naturally for many of us, but that doesn't mean we can't practice stretching. And from our inbox: What can you do when you notice you're slowly "losing your fire for serving God"? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    How to Date Well - Episode #144

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 36:58


    Bad dates are time wasters. Let's talk about making dates meaningful, what a good date should feel like, and "juicy dating". For our inbox segment: Is there a miss or mister right destined for you? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Valentine's Day Do's and Dont's - Episode #143

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 29:45


    The best tips you must hear before Valentine's Day. If you're single, ready to mingle, or whatever listen to this! Plus, for our inbox segment: Are grand gestures in public required when guys pop the question? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Hypocrite ba ko? - Episode #142

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 28:13


    Who is a hypocrite really? No one wants to be a hypocrite. We should not apply this label to ourselves so quickly as well. In today's INBOX: Keeping your ego in check. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Diving in Too Deep, Too Fast - Episode #141

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 41:49


    Why we're in a hurry to jump into relationships, how we can avoid doing this, and for our INBOX segment: What would you do if someone broke up with you because of a dream? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Healthy Attitudes for New Beginnings - Episode #140

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 36:37


    How to start the year right when you're struggling and don't know where to start, sharing our inbox and answering a question about toxic relatives. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    2022 Pre-season: Four Ideas to Jump-start Your Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 13:23


    Happy New Year! We're so excited to bring new episodes to you. Here Matthew talks about what we can do to get the year going. We wish you all a year of growth and maturity! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    2021 Season Ender - Episode #138

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2021 39:40


    A look back at 2021's bests. We talk about a growth mindset, some revelations, and how to set up for 2022.

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