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The All Blacks sent a warning at Loftus, and suddenly the 1st Test has heated up . We unpack that 50-point statement, what it tells us about the side heading into Ellis Park, and the selection headaches now facing Rassie as the Bok 23 takes shape. We also revisit Ma'a Nonu's incredible solo haka in his return to the rivalry, before asking who gets the nod at 9 and 10 & who fills the gaps if Siya and Ox are out.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 46:10 (NIV) — Be Still and Remember Who Is Walking With You Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Today's Nations: Australia • Canada • Brazil • Romania • France • Hungary Theme: Stillness • Presence • Confidence By the middle of the day, it's easy to find ourselves moving from one thing to the next without ever really pausing. Our minds can become full while our hearts quietly grow tired. Yet even in the busiest moments, God does not ask us to carry the day alone. Before you move on to whatever comes next, take this moment to slow your breathing, lift your thoughts to the Lord and remember that His presence has been with you all along. Let's pause together and meet with Him. Scripture (NIV) “He says, ‘Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.'” — Psalm 46:10 Heavenly Father, thank You that You remain the same when everything around us seems to move so quickly. Teach us to find our confidence in who You are rather than in everything we still have to do. Quiet the noise within us and help us to recognise Your presence in this very moment. Fill us with the peace that comes from knowing You are God, guiding our lives with wisdom, strength and unfailing love. As we continue through this day, may our hearts remain steady, our words be kind and our lives reflect the quiet confidence that grows from walking closely with You. Fear will not win, because our confidence rests in the unchanging God who walks with us each day. May the Lord quiet your heart today, strengthen your spirit and gently remind you that His faithful presence goes with you wherever you are. Que el Señor calme hoy tu corazón, fortalezca tu espíritu y te recuerde con ternura que Su presencia fiel camina siempre contigo. Que o Senhor tranquilize hoje o seu coração, fortaleça o seu espírito e faça você caminhar na confiança da Sua presença constante. Nawa'y patahimikin ng Panginoon ang iyong puso ngayon, palakasin ang iyong espiritu at ipaalala sa iyo na kasama mo Siya sa bawat hakbang.  Daily Prayer, Psalm 46, Be Still, Midday Prayer, Christian Podcast, DailyPrayer.uk  Psalm 46:10 prayer, be still and know God, midday Christian prayer, prayer for peace today, DailyPrayer.uk Hidden Treasures: Discover more Bible-centred prayers in the Hidden Treasures library, inspired by Isaiah 45:3 (NIV).Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 62:5–6 (NIV) — As Evening Comes, Quietly Place Your Hope in God Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Today's Nations: Netherlands • Ireland • India • Israel • Nigeria • South Korea Theme: Hope • Rest • Confidence As evening arrives, the pace of the day begins to ease. There is often a moment when we stop long enough to notice what we have been carrying. Some things have gone well. Other things may still be unresolved. Before we spend too much time replaying the day in our minds, let's remember that our hope has never rested in having all the answers. Our hope rests in the Lord, who has remained faithful through every hour. Let's pause together and place this evening into His hands. Scripture (NIV) “Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken.” — Psalm 62:5–6 Heavenly Father, thank You for walking with us throughout this day. As evening settles around us, we bring before You everything that still occupies our thoughts. Thank You that our hope is not built upon our own strength, our achievements or our understanding, but upon Your unchanging faithfulness. Help us to leave today's burdens with You and to receive the quiet confidence that comes from trusting in Your care. Be our rock when we feel uncertain, our refuge when we feel weary and our steady hope as this day comes to its close. May Your peace remain with us this evening and prepare our hearts for the rest You have promised. Fear will not win, because our hope is safely anchored in the Lord who never changes. May the Lord fill your evening with His peace, steady your heart with His hope and gently remind you that He remains your faithful refuge. Que el Señor llene esta tarde tu corazón de esperanza, fortalezca tu fe y te recuerde que Él siempre es tu refugio seguro. Que o Senhor encha o seu coração de esperança nesta tarde, fortaleça a sua fé e faça você descansar na Sua fidelidade constante. Nawa'y punuin ng Panginoon ang iyong puso ng pag-asa ngayong gabi, patatagin ang iyong pananampalataya at ipaalala sa iyo na Siya ang iyong ligtas na kanlungan.  Daily Prayer, Psalm 62, Evening Prayer, Hope in God, Christian Podcast, DailyPrayer.uk  Psalm 62 prayer, evening prayer for hope, hope in God today, Christian evening prayer, DailyPrayer.uk Hidden Treasures: Discover more Bible-centred prayers in the Hidden Treasures library, inspired by Isaiah 45:3 (NIV).Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Champagne & Boerewors Rugby: The Greatest RivalryINTROHOST:Welcome back to the Rugby Scoop Podcast — Champagne & Boerewors Rugby, where we talk South African rugby, the Springboks, the All Blacks, the Wallabies, and everything in between.And there is no shortage to talk about this week.The Springboks have come away from Buenos Aires with a 17–10 win over Argentina, but this certainly wasn't the comfortable victory many South Africans might have expected.Siya Kolisi has another hamstring concern, questions are being asked about the No. 8 jersey, the kicking game, the scrum-half situation — and, of course, Rassie Erasmus is already talking about the World Cup.Meanwhile, the All Blacks have arrived in South Africa, they've already taken down the Stormers, and suddenly the temperature around the biggest rivalry in rugby is rising.So let's get into it.1. SPRINGBOKS 17–10 ARGENTINALet's start in Buenos Aires.The Springboks got the result — 17–10 — but this was far from the dominant performance we've come to expect from South Africa.Argentina pushed the Boks right to the final whistle, and for long periods South Africa struggled to impose themselves on the game.It was a remarkably low-scoring affair for a Springbok side that has become accustomed to controlling matches through physicality, territory and pressure.The big question:Should we be concerned about that performance, or is this simply a case of getting the job done in difficult conditions?Because ultimately, the Boks won.But there were certainly areas that weren't convincing.Talking points:South Africa's defence.Their kicking accuracy.Set-piece execution.Discipline.Their ability to control territory.Why Argentina were able to stay in the contest for so long.The focus for the Boks has to be defending and kicking.If South Africa want to dominate the big Test matches, they can't afford to give opponents easy territory or repeatedly miss opportunities with the boot.2. SIYA KOLISI — BIG CONCERN?The biggest concern coming out of Buenos Aires is undoubtedly Siya Kolisi.The Springbok captain left the field with what appears to be another hamstring problem.And immediately the questions start:How serious is it?How much rugby does Siya actually need before the World Cup?And, perhaps most importantly, how carefully do the Springboks need to manage their captain over the next year?Because there is a much bigger picture here.Rassie Erasmus has made no secret of the fact that virtually everything South Africa are doing is being viewed through the lens of the 2027 World Cup.Almost every press conference seems to contain some variation of:“We're preparing for the World Cup.”“We're looking towards the World Cup.”“This player is being selected because of the World Cup.”And that's understandable.But it also means every injury, every selection and every tactical decision gets viewed through that same lens.3. HANNEKOM VS WIESE — THE NO. 8 DEBATEOne of the more interesting discussions is Cameron Hanekom.He has been playing well.There's no question about that.But here's the controversial question:Why does there seem to be a reluctance from some people — and particularly some journalists — to acknowledge that Jasper Wiese remains the No. 8 for the Springboks?Hanekom has plenty of qualities.He's energetic, physical, athletic and offers a different dimension.But does playing well automatically mean you've displaced Wiese?Or are we getting carried away with the latest performance?This is where selection becomes fascinating.Is Hanekom genuinely challenging Wiese for the starting jersey, or is Wiese still clearly No. 1 when everyone is fit?And what does Rassie actually value most from that position?4. LOOD DE JAGER & EBEN ETZEBETH RETURNThere was some very good news for Rassie as well.Lood de Jager and Eben Etzebeth returned from injury and got valuable game time.That's massive for South Africa.You don't simply replace players of that experience and quality.The Boks need their depth in the second row to be tested before the big games arrive, and getting those players back onto the field is a major positive.5. MANIE LIBBOK, POLLY & THE NO. 10 DEBATEAnother fascinating discussion is the Springbok fly-half situation.There's a difference between being a talented No. 10 and actually controlling a Test match.And that distinction matters.For all his talent, the question is whether the current options consistently command the ball and drive the game in the way Handré Pollard and Manie Libbok can.When Manie Libbok plays at 10, he wants the ball.He wants to dictate.He wants to get the attack moving.That's the difference.The question isn't simply:“Who is the most talented fly-half?”It's:“Who controls the game when South Africa need someone to take charge?”And against the very best teams in the world, that distinction becomes absolutely critical.6. MORNE VAN DEN BERG — THE ANSWER?Now to scrum-half.Is Morne van den Berg the real answer over Embrose Papier?This is another position where the Boks need clarity.Papier has experience in the system, but Van den Berg brings a different energy and tempo.Does he offer enough control?Can he manage the big moments?And most importantly, can he perform when the pressure goes through the roof?Because being a good scrum-half against ordinary opposition is one thing.Running the Springbok attack against the All Blacks, France, Ireland or New Zealand in a World Cup knockout match is another.7. THE ALL BLACKS HAVE ARRIVEDAnd now we get to the really exciting part.The All Blacks are in South Africa.New Zealand have already played the Stormers in Cape Town and won 38–21.But does that scoreline tell the whole story?Probably not.The Stormers competed well for long periods before New Zealand pulled away late.So the question is:Should we read too much into the Stormers result when assessing the four Tests against South Africa?Personally, probably not.The All Blacks aren't playing the Springboks.The Stormers aren't the Springboks.And a Test series against South Africa is a completely different proposition.But there are still things to take from the match.8. ALL BLACKS — DISCIPLINE & SET PIECEOne of the big talking points was New Zealand's discipline.They conceded a significant number of penalties and received three yellow cards.Against South Africa, that is dangerous.You cannot give the Springboks repeated opportunities in the opposition half and expect to survive.And then there's the set piece.The Springboks will absolutely test New Zealand there.So the All Blacks' discipline and scrum performance are going to be fascinating to watch.And then there's the penalty try.Was it the correct decision?Was it harsh?Or did the Stormers genuinely have enough pressure to justify it?That's one we'll definitely debate.9. EVAN ROOS — OUT OF CONTENTION?Another major South African selection discussion:Is Evan Roos now completely out of contention?If Hanekom is pushing forward, Wiese remains established, and other loose forwards are ahead of him in the pecking order, where exactly does Roos fit?Has the door closed?Or is there still a route back into the Springbok squad?And if you're Rassie, what would Roos have to do to force his way back in?10. ALL BLACKS — THE CAPTAINCY QUESTIONNew Zealand have named their team for the Sharks match, with Luke Jacobson named captain.And that raises another interesting question.Many might have expected Barrett to be the next man in line.But Renz appears to favour Luke at the moment.So what does that tell us about the All Blacks' leadership hierarchy?And are we seeing the beginnings of a genuine succession plan heading towards the World Cup?11. BILLY PROCTOR RETURNS HOMEIt's also been confirmed that Billy Proctor will return home to New Zealand.Which raises the obvious question:Who should Rennie call back up?Is there an obvious replacement?Do you go for experience?Do you bring in youth?Or is there someone currently outside the squad who deserves another opportunity?This is where squad depth becomes really important.12. WALLABIES VS JAPANThen we turn our attention to the Wallabies.Australia against Japan.What did we learn?What is the identity of this Australian side?And, perhaps more importantly:Where are the Wallabies actually heading?There was also the Miles Amaseturo red card.Was the decision correct?What does it say about Australia's discipline?And how much responsibility should be placed on the player versus the coaching staff?13. LES KISS — IS THE PLAN WORKING?And then there's Les Kiss.What are we making of him?Are we seeing a genuine identit

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Sermon: God Is Our Mighty Fortress Na Kailanman Hindi Guguho Series: Songs for the Journey Speaker: Ptr. Allan Rillera Scripture: Psalm 46 Sa mga pagkakataong tila gumuguho ang ating buhay at nakararanas tayo ng matinding pag-iisa, kabigatan sa buhay, o kawalan ng kontrol, saan tayo makahanap ng kapanatagan? Ngayong Linggo, hinihikayat tayo ni Pastor Allan Rillera na hanapin ang presensya ng Diyos at magtiwalang Siya pa rin ang may hawak ng lahat. Siya ang ating matibay na sandigan, at hinding-hindi Niya tayo bibiguin. When life is falling apart and we're overwhelmed by loneliness, burdens, or a loss of control, where can we find peace? This Sunday, Pastor Allan Rillera encourages us to seek God's presence and to trust that He is in control. Amid our struggles, He is our unshakeable refuge, and He will never fail us. Sermon Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17RZqzKTOleyI0NAM0AUax51FeHzi2msv/view?usp=drive_link On our website: https://cbcp.org/blog/2026/07/26/god-is-our-mighty-fortress-na-kailanman-hindi-guguho/ Join a Life Group: https://cbcp.org/lifegroups Find an event: https://cbcp.org/events Learn how to give: https://cbcp.org/giving Website: https://cbcp.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/cbcponline YouTube: https://youtube.com/cbcponline Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/cbcponline Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbcponline

Siya Mbatha, Investment Analyst at Old Mutual Investment Group goes through companies news, local and international markets with host Stephen Grootes. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it take to protect wildlife when the work is dangerous, the stakes are high, and hope has to be built every single day? In Episode 199 of the Adventures in Learning Podcast, Dr. Diane Jackson Schnoor continues the Wild Tomorrow series with Assistant Reserve Manager Sibiya Siyabonga for an honest and deeply human conversation about ranger life, anti-poaching work, community trust, and the courage it takes to protect animals that cannot protect themselves.This is Part 4 in the Wild Tomorrow story, and it follows the earlier episodes with John Steward and Wendy Hapgood, Aphiwe Notshaya, and Kevin Jolliffe. Siya shares how he came to Wild Tomorrow, what he learned as a ranger and firefighter, and why conservation depends not only on fences and patrols but also on relationships, training, and collaboration with the people who live closest to the land.Listeners will hear about the daily realities of ranger work, including listening posts, ambushes, tracking, teamwork, and the difficult balance between protecting wildlife and understanding the human pressures around poaching. Most of all, this episode is a reminder that conservation is not abstract; it is personal, practical, and often risky work carried out by people who love the land enough to guard it.As we approach World Ranger Day on July 31, this episode feels especially timely. It's a chance to honor the men and women who protect natural heritage on the front lines, and to support the Wild Tomorrow fundraiser that helps make their work safer, stronger, and more sustainable.Chapters00:01 Hope in the sounds of the bush01:18 Meet Sibiya Siyabonga01:53 From firefighting to ranger work03:22 What a ranger does every day05:55 Building trust with community leaders08:59 Creating different paths forward10:02 A recent poaching arrest17:35 Protecting animals that cannot protect themselves18:09 The dangers rangers face23:06 Why poachers take bigger risks25:08 Rangers as conservation's backbone27:25 What rangers need most31:03 Ranger numbers and team structure33:25 Working with neighboring reserves35:45 Training the next generation of rangers41:07 Why Siya keeps doing this work46:22 What brings Siya hope48:26 Closing and call to actionKey momentsSiya explains that his job is to protect animals that cannot protect themselves.Ranger work includes patrols, listening posts, ambushes, tracking, and hard choices.Building trust with communities is part of conservation, not separate from it.The reserve depends on collaboration with neighboring properties and shared intelligence.Hope comes from nature, from the next generation, and from the chance to make a difference.Call to actionDownload and listen to Episode 199 of Adventures in Learning to hear the full conversation and continue the Wild Tomorrow series. If Siya's story moved you, please consider supporting the Wild Tomorrow Rangers with a donation and honoring the work of rangers this World Ranger Day season.Links and resourcesJohn Steward and Wendy Hapgood: From Boots to a Wildlife Corridor: The Wild Tomorrow StoryAphiwe Notshaya: People, Preschoolers, and PlanetKevin Jolliffe: Rewilding, Restoration, and HopeLearn More About the Wild Tomorrow RangersDonate to Support the RangersLearn more about World Ranger DayAbout Sibiya SiyabongaSibiya Siyabonga is Assistant Reserve Manager at Wild Tomorrow. Siya joins the reserve from KZN Ezemvelo Wildlife's Tembe Elephant Park, where he served as an Advance Field Ranger. During his time there, Siya was involved in successful confrontations with poachers. He also holds certificates in firefighting, field training and firearms, and reserve guardianship.#AdventuresInLearning #WildTomorrow #SibiyaSiyabonga #Siya #Rangers #Conservation #AntiPoaching #WildlifeProtection #CommunityConservation #NatureRestoration #SouthAfrica #EnvironmentalEducation #LearningThroughNature #WonderCuriosityConnection #PodcastEpisode #HopeInTheWild #WorldRangerDaySupport the showShare this episodeIf this conversation sparked wonder, gave you a helpful strategy, or offered a needed reminder of hope, please share it with a friend or colleague.Subscribe • Download • Review • Tell a friendStay updated with our latest episodes and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and the Adventures in Learning website. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! *Disclosure: I am a Bookshop.org. affiliate.

"Simula bata ako si Mama Sylvia lang meron ako. Siya lang iyong hindi umalis. Kaya sanay akong kaming dalawa lang. Tapos bigla ka na lang dumating. Hindi ko alam saan ako lulugar."#DearMORPinagsaluhan- The Angela Story

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Eto si Wally Bayola after the accident...Guwapong aktor at ang pakiusap ng pamilya ng matrona...Heart, ganu'n pala [ag nagkakasakit!

Sermon: Safe, Secure, and Satisfied in God: Kay Lord, Kampante Ako Series: Songs for the Journey Speaker: Rev. Michael Cariño Scripture: Psalm 16 Ang pinakaligtas na lugar ay hindi kung saan walang problema, kundi kung saan naroon ang presensya ng Diyos. Ngayong Linggo, ipinaaalala sa atin ni Rev. Mike Cariño na kapag ang Diyos ang ating pinakamahalagang kayamanan, Siya ay higit pa sa sapat para sa bawat yugto ng buhay. Sa pagtitiwala natin sa Kanya, matatagpuan natin ang tunay na kapahingahan at kagalakan. Safety is not the absence of trouble or danger; it is the presence of God. This Sunday, Rev. Mike Cariño reminds us that when God is our most precious treasure, He is more than enough for every season of life. By trusting in Him, we find true rest and joy. Sermon Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QAzIYgj3InYhJGaUqZzxMrMh7j2k7Qhy/view?usp=drive_link On our website: https://cbcp.org/blog/2026/07/05/safe-secure-and-satisfied-in-god-kay-lord-kampante-ako/ Join a Life Group: https://cbcp.org/lifegroups Find an event: https://cbcp.org/events Learn how to give: https://cbcp.org/giving Website: https://cbcp.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/cbcponline YouTube: https://youtube.com/cbcponline Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/cbcponline Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbcponline

Minsan feeling natin kailangan muna nating maging sapat—mas matalino, mas malakas, o mas "ready"—bago natin masabi ang "yes" sa calling ni God. Pero ang totoo, hindi nakadepende sa galing natin ang kapangyarihan Niya. Ang kailangan lang ay isang pusong "willing" magtiwala at hayaan Siya ang kumilos.Kapag pinili nating sundin ang purpose na inihanda Niya para sa atin, gagawa Siya ng mga bagay na higit pa sa inaasahan natin.Speaker: Ptr. Bong SaquingSeries: Live Your Purpose; Go BeyondScripture: Jonah 1:1-17Watch the full message here: https://go.ccf.org.ph/07052026Tag

Sermon: A Song of Praise: Ang Dakilang Diyos at ang Tao Series: Songs for the Journey Speaker: Ptr. Joseph Ouano Scripture: Psalm 8 Makikita natin sa mga nilikha ng Diyos ang Kanyang kadakilaan at matinding pagmamalasakit para sa atin. Ngayong Linggo, ipinapaalala ni Pastor Joseph Ouano na kapag hinanap natin ang kagandahan ng Diyos sa Kanyang mga nilikha, mas makikilala natin ang ating mga sarili — ang ating kahinaan, dignidad bilang mga taong ginawa sa Kanyang wangis, at ang ating layunin na purihin Siya. All of creation declares the greatness of our God and His profound care for us. This Sunday, Pastor Joseph Ouano reminds us that when we seek God's majesty in creation, we gain a clearer understanding of our frailty, our dignity as His image-bearers, and our purpose to glorify Him. Sermon Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kBsXpoaDU01vOdpZV5Sw3WTZGXqi0861/view?usp=drive_link On our website: https://cbcp.org/blog/2026/06/28/a-song-of-praise-ang-dakilang-diyos-at-ang-tao/ Join a Life Group: https://cbcp.org/lifegroups Find an event: https://cbcp.org/events Learn how to give: https://cbcp.org/giving Website: https://cbcp.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/cbcponline YouTube: https://youtube.com/cbcponline Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/cbcponline Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbcponline

Are you brokenhearted dahil pumanaw na ang iyong minamahal? Alam ni Jesus ang pinagdadaanan mo. Siya ang Panginoon na karamay natin, nahahabag sa atin, at umaaliw sa atin. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

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Minsan feeling natin sobra na ang mga pagkakamali natin para patawarin pa ng Diyos. Pero ipinapaalala ng Awit 103 na ang Diyos ay puno ng awa, biyaya, at pagmamahal. Lagi Siyang handang magpatawad sa mga lumalapit sa Kanya. Walang kasalanang higit kaysa sa Kanyang awa, at walang buhay na hindi Niya kayang baguhin. Kaya natin Siya sinasamba—hindi dahil karapat-dapat tayo, kundi dahil mabuti Siya.Speaker: Ptr. Paul De Vera Series: Heart Songs: Worship in the PsalmsScripture: Psalm 103:1-22Watch the full message here: https://go.ccf.org.ph/06212026Tag

In every season of our lives, we can lean on God no matter what. When facing uncertainties, we can draw near to Him and not be afraid. Kaya lagi nating tandaan na nariyan palagi ang Diyos upang gabayan at protektahan tayo. Siya ang best safety measure sa emergencies ng buhay. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Naghahanap ka ba ng tunay na kalinga, pagmamahal, at gabay sa buhay?Sa mundong puno ng uncertainty, may Diyos na hindi ka pinababayaan. Siya ang tunay na kalinga at gabay na hinahanap ng puso mo.Support CBN Asia today!https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

HINDI TOTOONG SUMASAMBA SA REBULTO ANG KATOLIKO! 7 BIBLE VERSES na HINDI NILA MASAGOT — Punto por Punto gamit ang Banal na Kasulatan! Nakakagulat na Katotohanan!

May Diyos na nakakaalam ng bawat pinagdaraanan mo, at Siya ang tunay na magpapalaya sa'yo mula sa bigat na matagal mo nang dinadala.Huwag mawalan ng pag-asa, dahil kay Lord tunay ka nang Malaya!Support CBN Asia today!https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Hindi man malinaw ang pinagdaraanan mo ngayon, may Diyos na nakakakita ng sitwasyon mo ngayon. Siya ang liwanag sa bawat madilim na sitwasyon.Support CBN Asia today!https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Siyabonga Motha and the listeners share their views on government officials being exempt from age restrictions that apply to ordinary South Africans, preview the Pirates match against Orbit College, and unpack other trending news. Siya also asked listeners: “How did you know your partner was ‘the one’ for you? Tags: 702, Aubrey Masango show, Aubrey Masango, Bra Aubrey, Siyabonga Motha, Pirates, Orbit College FC The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sa gitna ng mga pagsubok at hindi magandang sitwasyon, kanino ka kumakapit? Tandaan mo na hindi ka nag-iisa. Nakikita ni Lord ang bawat pinagdadaanan mo, at may malasakit Siya sa sitwasyon mo. Sa Kanya, may pag-asa at lakas na mahuhugot.Support CBN Asia today!https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Sino nga ba ang malalapitan mo sa panahon na wala ka na at parang ubos na ang lahat sa'yo? Tandaan mo na ang Diyos ay hindi nagbabago at hindi kailanman lumalayo sa'yo. Siya ang sandigan sa oras ng pangangailangan, lakas sa gitna ng kahinaan, at pag-asa sa panahong para sa'yo ay imposible na. Support CBN Asia today!https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Nakikita ng Diyos ang pinagdaraanan mo. Hindi Siya bulag sa iyong sakit, pangamba, at mga tanong.  At kahit pa sa gitna ng lahat ng ito, Siya ay nananatiling tapat, mahabagin, at may magandang plano para sa 'yo. Kung pakiramdam mo'y pagod ka na, tandaan mong ang Diyos ang iyong sandigan at sa Kaniya palagi kang siguradong may malalapitan. Support CBN Asia today!https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Totoo bang nabuhay muli si Jesus? Hindi ito fairytale. Hindi rin urban legend. Sa dami ng tanong ngayon sa mundo, ito siguro ang pinaka-crucial na tanong ng Cristianismo. Kasi kung hindi Siya nabuhay muli, balewala ang lahat — ang Bible, ang simbahan, ang pananampalataya natin.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Pakiramdam mo ba'y wala nang pag-asa ang buhay mo dahil sa madilim na pinagdaraanan mo? Kay Hesus, laging may pag-asa. Siya ang liwanag sa gitna ng dilim ng iyong buhay at sa Kaniya, posible ang pagbabago at bagong simula.Support CBN Asia today!https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Working to earn an honest living is definitely something to be more proud of than earning money from deceitful means. Ang motivation  natin ay ang magtrabaho nang buong sipag at tapat. Why? Dahil ang Diyos ang nagbigay ng pagkakataon para tayo makapagtrabaho at Siya rin ang maggagantimpala sa atin.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

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Jai Siya Ram Chaupaiyan Shlok : AI Kirtan

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May mga panalangin ka bang parang hindi na mangyayare? Mga sitwasyong pakiramdam mo ay imposible ng maganap? Sa Diyos, walang imposible. Siya ang gumagawa ng paraan kahit sa mga bagay na wala na tayong nakikitang pag-asa.Support CBN Asia today!https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the tomb. So she ran and went to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved, and said to them, “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we do not know where they have laid him.” Then Peter and the other disciple set out and went toward the tomb. The two were running together, but the other disciple outran Peter and reached the tomb first. He bent down to look in and saw the linen wrappings lying there, but he did not go in. Then Simon Peter came, following him, and went into the tomb. He saw the linen wrappings lying there, and the cloth that had been on Jesus's head, not lying with the linen wrappings but rolled up in a place by itself. Then the other disciple, who reached the tomb first, also went in, and he saw and believed, for as yet they did not understand the scripture, that he must rise from the dead. Then the disciples returned to their homes. But Mary stood weeping outside the tomb. As she wept, she bent over to look into the tomb, and she saw two angels in white sitting where the body of Jesus had been lying, one at the head and the other at the feet. They said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping?” She said to them, “They have taken away my Lord, and I do not know where they have laid him.” When she had said this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping? Whom are you looking for?” Supposing him to be the gardener, she said to him, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have laid him, and I will take him away.” Jesus said to her, “Mary!” She turned and said to him in Hebrew, “Rabbouni!” (which means Teacher). Jesus said to her, “Do not touch me, because I have not yet ascended to the Father. But go to my brothers and say to them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.' ” Mary Magdalene went and announced to the disciples, “I have seen the Lord,” and she told them that he had said these things to her. John 20:1-18 NRSVUE Sa mapagpalang hapon po sa inyo. Tuwing pumupunta ako sa ibang simbahan, ang pulpito lagi ang una kong tinitingnan para malaman kung kasya ba ako at makikita doon. Finally, nandito na rin ako sa inyong harapan; tuwing busy ang buong linggo at hindi makauwi sa bahay tuwing hapon ng Linggo, nanonood lamang ako ng inyong live. Ang pakiramdam ay parang nasa iisang tahanan na rin tayo. Tayo po ay manalangin para sa ating pagbubulay ng mensahe ng ating Panginoon. Salamat po dakilang Diyos sa pagkakataon na ito na kami ay pare-parehong magbubulay at makikinig ng inyong mensahe. Dalangin namin Panginoon na ang inyong abang lingkod ay magamit na instrumento sa paghahatid ng inyong mabuting balita sa bawat isa sa pangalan ni Hesus, Amen. Ang Pagbabalik ni Maria Magdalena at ang Huling Paglilingkod Si Maria ay muling bumalik at may dalang mabuting balita. Sa tuwing ako ay nagbibigay ng mensahe, iniisip ko kung anong komunidad ang aking dadalhan at kung ano ang mabuting balita para sa kanila. Hindi po tayo pumipili kung ano ang ating dadalhin, kundi kung ano ang ating pinaniniwalaan na iyon ang mabuting balita para sa inyo. Bakit nga ba patungo sa libingan si Maria Magdalena? Ang layunin ni Maria Magdalena at ng ibang alagad ay pumunta roon para magbigay sana ng maayos na libing kay Hesus—isang huling pagkakataon ng paglilingkod, isang “last ritual”. Ngunit ang kanilang kalungkutan at takot ay napalitan ng pagkagulat, pananabik, at kagalakan. Ang Kakulangan ng Pag-asa: Kasama ba si Maria sa mga alagad na sinabihan ni Hesus na Siya ay muling mabubuhay? Sa mga ebanghelyo nina Mateo, Marcos, at Lucas, malinaw na binanggit ni Hesus na ang Anak ng Tao ay ipagkakanulo, papatayin, ngunit muling bubuhayin sa ikatlong araw. Sa Ebanghelyo ni Juan, may mga pahiwatig tulad ng “Gibain ninyo ang templong ito at sa loob ng tatlong araw ay muli kong itatayo,” at “Kaunting panahon na lamang at hindi na ninyo ako makikita at pagkaraan ng kaunti pang panahon ako’y inyong makikitang muli.” Ang Pangamba ng mga Alagad: Bagama’t may mga pahayag si Hesus, hindi ito lubusang naunawaan at inasahan ng mga alagad. Nang mamatay si Hesus, binalot silang lahat ng takot at nagtago; walang naitalang nagpakita ng pag-asa na Siya ay mabubuhay muli. Naniwala na lamang sila noong Siya ay kanilang narinig, nakita, at muling nakasalo sa pagkain. Ang Nagmamadaling Paglilibing: Dahil namatay si Hesus noong Biyernes at ang kasunod na araw ay Sabado (Sabbath kung saan bawal gumawa), dali-dali lamang ang ginawang pagbabalot at pagpapahid ng pabango upang mapreserba ang Kanyang katawan. Kaya naman noong Linggo ng umaga, inipon nila ang kanilang mga pabango at nagtungo sa libingan upang iayos ang katawan ni Hesus. Hindi sila pumunta para tingnan kung Siya ay nabuhay, kundi para pahiran ng langis ang Kanyang katawan. Ang Mga Batong Humaharang at ang Pagbibigay-Access ni Hesus Sa kabilang banda, nakarating sa mga pinunong pari ang balita na mabubuhay si Hesus, kaya’t hiniling nila sa mga Romano na i-seal ang libingan. Nilagyan ito ng malaking bato, lubid, at wax, pati na ng Roman Seal, upang walang makabukas nito; ang sinumang sumira sa selyo ay maaaring patayin. Ngunit hindi na inabot ni Maria ang ganitong tagpo dahil naigulong na ang bato nang sila ay makarating doon. Hindi na rin nila kinailangang tangkain na buksan ito. Ang ganitong pagharang at pagkontrol sa katawan ni Hesus ay hindi na bago sa mga gawain ng mga political and religious leaders. Kinokontrol nila at sila ang may access sa lahat ng bagay: sa pera, sa kaayusan, at sa mga ritwal. Sila ang nagpapasya at nagtatakda kung sino ang matuwid, kung sino ang makasalanan, kung sino ang karapat-dapat, at kung sino ang mga hamak. Ginagamit nila ang buwis, templo, at batas upang manipulahin ang mga tao, na nagresulta sa pagmamayagpag ng injustice kung saan maraming naging alipin at naghirap. Ang Ministeryo ni Hesus: Kabaligtaran ito ng ginawa ni Hesus. Kung hinaharangan ng mga lider ang access, ibinubukas naman ito ni Hesus para sa lahat. Nagbigay Siya ng access sa kagalingan para sa mga may sakit, pagpapatawad, pagtanggap sa mga makasalanan, at pag-asa sa mga itinakwil ng lipunan, habang hinahamon ang pagpapaimbabaw ng mga nasa kapangyarihan. Ang Kanyang buhay, ministeryo, at muling pagkabuhay ay nangangahulugang pagbibigay ng access sa kaganapan ng buhay; wala nang pwedeng humadlang sa kabutihan ng Diyos. Noon, kamatayan ang laging panakot sa mga tao, pero muling nabuhay si Hesus para mawala ang hadlang tungo sa buhay na ganap. Mga Makabagong “Bato” sa Ating Buhay: Sa ating buhay ngayon, marami pa ring “bato” na tila nagsasara ng pagkakataon upang makamit natin ang biyaya ng Diyos. Sa buong mundo, nariyan ang tatlong malalaking bato: imperialism, feudalism, at capitalism. Madalas ding pinipigilan, at kung minsan ay humahantong pa sa kamatayan, ang gawain at ministeryo ng mga sumusunod kay Hesus. Tila paulit-ulit na nakukulong si Hesus at sinasaraduhan ang pagkakataong malapitan Siya. Napakayaman sana natin sa resources, ngunit dahil nakaharang ang mga bato, pare-pareho tayong nahihirapang makamit ang access sa biyaya ng Panginoon. Lalo na para sa LGBTQ community, alam kong danas ninyo ang maraming batong iniharang—mga sandaling “access denied” kayo, sinasabihang bawal o hindi kabilang. Ngunit patuloy na ipinapaalala ng Panginoon na ang access ay ibinigay na Niya; walang nakaharang para tayo ay dumiretso, manalangin, at maniwala sa Kanya. Kahit may mga pumipigil sa pagtatayo ng ganitong simbahan, dito ninyo mararanasan ang pag-ibig ng ating Panginoon. Ang Mga Ebidensya ng Muling Pagkabuhay 1. Ang Mga Nakatiklop na Telang Lino Nang pumasok si Pedro sa libingan, nakita niya ang mga telang lino, at ang telang nakatakip sa ulo ni Hesus ay nakatiklop at inilagay nang hiwalay. Para sa mga Hudyo, mahalagang igalang ang katawan at gawin itong disente kaya ibinabalot sa lino. Praktikal din ito dahil wala silang embalsamo, at ang lino ang sumisipsip sa mga likidong lumalabas sa katawan. Ang ritwal ng pagbabalot sa telang lino ay ang kaganapan ng kamatayan. Kung ninakaw ang katawan, walang magnanakaw ang mag-aaksaya ng oras na tanggalin ang lino lalo’t ito ay didikit na sa sugatang katawan ni Hesus. Nawala ang katawan hindi dahil ito ay kinuha, kundi nabuhay si Hesus at hindi na Niya kailangan pang manatiling nakabalot. Ang simpleng telang ito na maayos na nakatupi ay ebidensya na Siya ay bumangon. Aplikasyon: Sa ating buhay pananampalataya, dapat din tayong magpakita ng ebidensya na tayo ay kasamang muling nabuhay. Kailangan nating kumawala sa mga “telang lino” na bumabalot sa atin na nagpapakitang tayo ay patay; kung hindi, magiging parang mga “mummy” o walking dead tayo na naging komportable na sa maling pakikitungo at panggigipit. Ipinapakita ng Panginoon na kayang pagtagumpayan ang kamatayan, at dapat din tayong mag-iwan ng ebidensya ng Kanyang muling pagkabuhay. 2. Ang Luklukan ng Awa (Ang Dalawang Anghel) Nakita ni Maria ang dalawang anghel na nakaupo kung saan inilagay ang bangkay ni Hesus, isa sa ulo at isa sa paa. Bakit sila nakaupo? Kung titingnan natin ang Exodo 25, inilalarawan doon ang Kaban ng Tipan (Ark of the Covenant) kung saan may dalawang kerubin sa magkabilang dulo ng “luklukan ng awa” (mercy seat). Doon nagtatagpo ang Diyos at nagaganap ang pagbabayad-sala. Ang mga anghel sa libingan ay nakaupo dahil hindi na nila kailangang magbantay kung maghahandog ng dugo ang mga tao. Naganap na ang pinakamainam na handog at nakamit na ang pagpapatawad; bukas na ang mesa para sa lahat, at may direkta na tayong ugnayan sa Diyos. Konklusyon: Tayo ang Patunay Paano tayo niligtas ng kamatayan ni Hesus? Hindi lamang ito nakatuon sa mismong kamatayan sa krus. Ang kaligtasan ay makikita sa Kanyang kapanganakan, ministeryo, kamatayan, muling pagkabuhay, at ang Kanyang mga ginawa sa pamamagitan ng mga alagad. Dahil sa muling pagkabuhay, ang kamatayan sa krus ay hindi isang pagkatalo kundi isang mapagpalayang tagumpay ng buhay laban sa kamatayan. Ang pagkabuhay muli ay hindi lamang mangyayari pagkatapos nating mamatay; maaari natin itong maranasan araw-araw. Mararanasan natin ito tuwing tayo ay tumutulong na alisin ang mga gumagapos sa mga tao, sa ating pagmiministeryo, at sa tuwing ipinapangaral natin ang mabuting balita. Ang pinakamagandang patunay na muling nabuhay si Kristo ay hindi ang puntod na walang laman, at hindi rin ang krus. Tingnan ninyo ang inyong katabi: ang bawat isa sa atin at kung paano natin ipinaparanas ang kabutihan ng Diyos, ang ating buhay mismo ang siyang pinakamagandang patunay. Muli, si Kristo ay buhay. Siya ay muling nabuhay, at ang buhay natin ang magiging patunay. Sa pangalan ng Diyos Ama, Anak, at Espiritu Santo, Amen. The post Easter: The Unsealed Entrance appeared first on Open Table Metropolitan Community Church.

Kapag tayo ay nag-aalinlangan o natatakot, pinapaalala sa atin ni Hesus na mamuhay tayo base sa katotohanan kung sino Siya at sa pag-asang Kanyang binigay sa mundo. Sa pananaw ng mga nakasaksi sa pagkamatay ni Kristo, makikita natin na ang pagkilala sa Kanya ang siyang magbibigay pagbabago sa lahat. Kahit ano pa ang ating mga inaalala sa mundo, ang ating pananampalataya ay nakatuon lamang sa Kanyang mga pangako at sa bagong buhay na tanging ang Anak ng Diyos lang ang makakapagbigay.Screen recording, reproduction, and reuploading of CCF's messages and videos are prohibited. Re-uploads will be reported for copyright infringement. Speaker: Ptr. Bong SaquingSeries: Eye WitnessScripture: Luke 23:33-43Watch the full message here: https://go.ccf.org.ph/03292026Tag

I thank my God for every remembrance of you, always in every one of my prayers for all of you, praying with joy for your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work in you will continue to complete it until the day of Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:3-6 NRSVUE “I am the true vine, and my Father is the vine grower. He removes every branch in me that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to make it bear more fruit. You have already been cleansed by the word that I have spoken to you. Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing. John 15:1-5 NRSVUE Pakinggan natin ang sinasabi ng Espiritu Santo sa atin ngayong araw. Nawa’y ang pangangaral na ating matatanggap ay magbigay-inspirasyon, kalinga, at hamon sa atin. Amen. Kanina, nabanggit ng ating Hermanan na gumagamit tayo ng mga kanta nina Adele at Lady Gaga. Pero ngayon, ibang klaseng kanta ang gagamitin ko—isang K-pop song. Bago ako magsimula, may ipaparinig ako sa inyo. DJ, pasensya na Chris dahil baka ma-copyright tayo, pero gaya ng sabi ko, ito ang ganda ng preaching sa isang inclusive church—meron tayong mga contemporary readings. Ang pamagat ng kanta ay “What It Sounds Like” ng Huntrix. Ito ang huling kanta sa Netflix movie na KPop Demon Hunters (na ngayon ay Oscar's best animated feature film). Para sa akin, maraming bahagi ng movie ang queer-coded at ang plot mismo ay isang malakas na queer allegory, partikular sa pag-explore ng themes ng shame at coming out. Ang kantang ito ay sumasalamin sa kwento ng mga queer Christians. Ang unang verse ay nagpapaalala sa akin ng aking karanasan bago ako nag-come out. Nagsisimula ito sa isang tapat na pag-amin: marami sa ating mga queer Christians ang dumaan sa hiya dahil sa kung sino tayo. Sinubukan nating ayusin ito at nagdasal tayo nang marubdob sa Diyos na baguhin tayo. Nung umuwi ako sa Cavite kamakailan, hinanap ko ang dati kong diary. Hindi ako consistent sa pagsusulat, pero kapag may dinaramdam ako, isinusulat ko ito. Ang simula ng bawat entry ko ay “Dear Jehovah” dahil iyon ang tawag sa Diyos sa kinalakihan kong relihiyon bilang Jehovah’s Witness. May isang pahina doon na ang sabi ko sa Diyos, “Bakit niyo po ako ginawang ganito? Ang hirap-hirap”. Ang prayer ko pa nga noon, gawin niyo na lang po akong bisexual para man lang may option ako at maitawid ko pa rin. Sa dulo ng diary, nakiusap ako sa Diyos na huwag sana akong ma-fall sa aking first love. Pero walang nangyari sa pagbe-beg ko. Siguro ang sabi ng Diyos sa akin, “Deserve mo anak, i-experience mo ‘yan.” Doon natapos ang diary dahil lumandi lang talaga ako at hindi na ako nag-pray. Siguradong may ganyan din kayong moments. Sinubukan ninyong labanan ang inyong nararamdaman at ni-repress ang inyong mga emosyon. Gaya sa kanta, baka nagsinungaling kayo sa inyong pamilya, kaibigan, at lalo na sa inyong sarili. Naramdaman ninyong wala ang Diyos sa inyong panig. Ang mga karanasang ito ay nangyari dahil ang tingin ng maraming simbahan sa queerness ay “unholy”. Madalas sa kanila, ang kabanalan ay kapareho lamang ng moral o sexual purity, o kaya ay pag-conform sa mga tradisyon. Malamang isa yan sa rason bakit kayo narito sa Open Table, dahil na-realize ninyo na ang listahan nila ng rules ay hindi naman talaga sukatan ng holiness. Bawal ang premarital sex, bawal ang same-sex relationships, pati ang pag-aayos ng sarili ay binabantayan. Dahil sa mga rules na ito, marami ang nakakaramdam ng guilt. Sa mga Katoliko, tinatawag itong “Catholic guilt”. Pero ang totoo, karamihan sa mga rules na iyon ay hindi naman talaga Biblical. Sa framework na ito kung saan “conformity” ang goal, nakondisyon tayo na ikahiya ang ating mga katawan at relasyon. Pati ang ating mga straight allies ay biktima rin ng sistemang ito. Ang turo sa kanila, ang sex ay regalo ng Diyos pero sa loob lang ng kasal. Ninakawan sila ng purity culture ng pagkakataong intindihin ang kanilang mga katawan at ang tunay na kahulugan ng intimacy. Na-witness ko kung gaano ka-obsessed ang mga simbahan sa purity. Sa dati kong church, bawal lumabas ang couple nang silang dalawa lang; dapat laging may “chaperone”. Noong bata ako, pabor ito sa akin dahil lagi akong libre sa pakain kapag isinasama ako ng tita ko sa date nila ng boyfriend niya. Bukod doon, matindi rin ang pressure sa mga couple na magpakasal agad para “hindi magkasala”. Sa mga Jehovah’s Witness, maximum na ang dalawang taon ng dating; kapag lumampas doon, minamata na kayo. Kahit hindi pa ready ang couple—hindi lang sa financial kundi pati sa emosyon—napipilitan silang magpakasal dahil sa takot sa “sexual immorality”. May malaking stigma rin, lalo na sa mga kababaihan, pagdating sa virginity—na kapag nawala ito ay “marumi” ka na. Bukod sa pressure na magpakasal, matindi rin ang pressure sa mga kababaihan na manatiling birhen hanggang kasal. Mas malaki ang stigma sa kanila; kapag nawala ang kanilang virginity, itinuturing na silang “marumi” at parang wala nang halaga. Ang mga straight women ay tinuruan din na maging submissive sa kanilang mga asawa, habang ang mga lalaki naman ang dapat na may final say sa lahat ng desisyon. Ang ganitong sistema ay hindi lang nakakaapekto sa mga kababaihan kundi pati sa mga lalaki, dahil itinuturo nito na ang intimacy ay tungkol lamang sa kontrol at hindi sa mutual respect at pag-ibig. Dito pumapasok ang ating pagbasa mula sa Filipos. Sabi ni Pablo, “May tiwala ako na ang nagsimula ng mabuting gawa sa inyo ay ipagpapatuloy ito hanggang sa ganap na matapos sa araw ni Jesu-Cristo”. Ang “mabuting gawa” na ito ay ang proseso ng sanctification o pagpapakabanal. Sa maraming simbahan, ang sanctification ay tinitignan bilang isang checklist ng mga bawal at dapat gawin. Pero ang tunay na kahulugan nito ay ang patuloy na paghubog ng Diyos sa atin sa pamamagitan ng Kanyang grasya. Hindi ito tungkol sa pagiging perpekto sa mata ng tao, kundi sa pagiging tapat sa kung sino tayo sa harap ng Diyos. Sa ating Ebanghelyo, binanggit ni Jesus na Siya ang puno ng ubas at tayo ang mga sanga. Ang pagbubunga ay hindi nangyayari dahil sa sarili nating pagsisikap na sumunod sa mga panuntunan ng tao. Nangyayari ito kapag tayo ay nananatili sa Kanya. Para sa ating mga queer Christians, ang pananatiling ito ay nangangahulugan ng pagtanggap sa ating sarili bilang mga nilalang na minahal at tinanggap ng Diyos. Ang mga “pruning” o paglilinis na binanggit sa Ebanghelyo ay hindi ang pagtanggal sa ating pagkatao, kundi ang pag-alis sa mga shame, guilt, at takot na humahadlang sa atin na magmahal nang lubos. Ang pagiging isang inclusive church gaya ng Open Table ay isang hamon sa tradisyonal na konsepto ng kabanalan. Ipinapakita natin na ang kabanalan ay matatagpuan sa pag-ibig, sa pagtanggap, at sa pagiging totoo. Hindi kailangang ikahiya ang ating mga katawan o ang ating mga relasyon dahil ang mga ito ay bahagi ng mabuting gawa na sinimulan ng Diyos sa atin. Gaya ng kanta ng Huntrix na “What It Sounds Like,” ang ating kwento ay hindi na tungkol sa pagtatago o pagsisinungaling. Ito ay tungkol na sa pagbangon mula sa hiya at pagyakap sa liwanag ng katotohanan. Sa dulo ng kanta, may pagbabago sa tono—isang pagtanggap na hindi kailangang maging “normal” o sumunod sa dikta ng iba para maging karapat-dapat. Ang ating mga kwento bilang queer Christians ay hindi nagtatapos sa hiya. Gaya ng sinabi ni Pablo, ang Diyos na nagsimula ng mabuting gawa sa atin ay hindi tayo iiwan sa gitna ng daan. Ang bawat “Dear Jehovah” entry sa aking diary, ang bawat dasal ninyo na sana ay maging “straight” na lang kayo, ay bahagi ng mahabang proseso. Ngayon, ang ating mga katawan at relasyon ay hindi na tinitignan bilang “unholy” kundi bilang mga sisidlan ng grasya ng Diyos. Ang sanctification ay hindi isang biglaang pangyayari kundi isang mahabang paglalakbay ng pagpapakabanal. Ito ay ang patuloy na paghubog ng Diyos sa atin, hindi para maging kamukha ng mga tradisyon ng tao, kundi para maging mas malapit sa puso ni Cristo. Huwag nating hayaan na ang “purity culture” ang magdikta ng ating halaga sa harap ng Diyos. Ang ating pananatili sa “Puno ng Ubas” ay sapat na para tayo ay magbunga. Hindi natin kailangang baguhin ang ating pagkatao para mahalin ng Diyos; sapat na ang tayo ay manatili sa Kanya. Sa huli, ang ating pananampalataya ay hindi tungkol sa mga listahan ng bawal. Ito ay tungkol sa kagalakan ng pagkilala sa Diyos na tumitingin sa puso at hindi sa panlabas na anyo o oryentasyon. Nawa’y magpatuloy tayo sa paglalakbay na ito nang may kagalakan at pag-asa, alam na ang Diyos ay kasama natin sa bawat hakbang. Amen. The post Purity and Sanctification appeared first on Open Table Metropolitan Community Church.

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Awe came upon everyone because many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. All who believed were together and had all things in common; they would sell their possessions and goods and distribute the proceeds to all, as any had need. Day by day, as they spent much time together in the temple, they broke bread at home and ate their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having the goodwill of all the people. And day by day the Lord added to their number those who were being saved. Acts 9:1-18 (NRSVUE) When he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, he went to the synagogue on the Sabbath day, as was his custom. He stood up to read, and the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was given to him. He unrolled the scroll and found the place where it was written: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set free those who are oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor.” And he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant, and sat down. The eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on him. Then he began to say to them, “Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing.” Luke 4:16-21 (NRSVUE) Mula sa Rejection Tungo sa Komunidad Sa ating mga teksto ngayon, makikita ang dalawang magkaibang eksena. Sa Lucas, naranasan ni Jesus ang pagsubok—mula sa paghanga ng kanyang mga kababayan hanggang sa matinding pagtanggi (rejection). Dahil tumanggi si Jesus na magsagawa ng mga milagro para lamang sa kanilang aliw, napuno sila ng galit at sinubukang itulak siya sa bangin. Sa kwentong ito, tila si Jesus mismo ang nangangailangan ng paglaya at pagtakas. Sa kabilang banda, ang teksto sa Acts ay nagpapakita ng “Life Among the Believers”. Ito ang simula ng paglalakbay ng mga apostol kung saan ang konsepto ng komunidad ang nagpalago sa Kristiyanismo. Ito ang bersyon ng “bigyan ng sapat ang lahat sa araw-araw”—isang radikal na pagbabahagi at pagmamahalan. Pag-unawa sa Soteriology Ngayon, pag-uusapan natin ang Soteriology o ang teolohiya ng kaligtasan. Ang salitang ito ay nagmula sa Griyego na soteria (salvation) o soter (savior). Ito ang pag-aaral kung paano inililigtas ang tao, mula sa ano, at para sa ano. Para sa marami sa atin, lalo na sa LGBTQ+ community, ang salitang “salvation” ay may dalang mabigat na bagahe o trauma. Madalas itong ginagamit bilang panakot—na kung hindi mo ititigil ang pagiging bakla, hindi ka mapupunta sa langit. Para bang may monopoly ang ilan sa kaligtasan. Marami sa atin ang lumaki sa takot na mapunta sa impiyerno, at ang turing sa kaligtasan ay hindi inclusive kundi divisive. Ngunit bakit takot at discomfort ang dulot nito kung ang ibig sabihin naman talaga nito ay “deliverance” o “redemption”? Subukan nating bawiin o i-salvage ang tunay na kahulugan ng salvation mula sa Bibliya. Biblical Meaning: Kaligtasan Bilang Paglaya at Pagbabalik Sa orihinal na konteksto ng Bibliya, ang kaligtasan ay bihirang tumutukoy sa kabilang buhay (afterlife). Ang sinaunang Israel ay walang konsepto ng afterlife sa Genesis, Exodus, o mga Awit. Ang unang malinaw na pagbanggit sa buhay pagkatapos ng kamatayan ay lumitaw lamang sa Aklat ni Daniel, na isinulat noong 165 BCE. Kaya naman, narito ang apat na pangunahing balangkas ng biblical meaning ng salvation na dapat nating tandaan: Liberation from Bondage (Paglaya sa Pagkaalipin): Ang kwento ng Exodus mula sa Ehipto ang humubog sa salitang ito. Iniligtas ng Diyos ang mga Israelita mula sa pang-aalipin ng Faraon sa pamamagitan ng pamumuno ni Moises. Ito ay paglaya patungo sa isang bagong buhay at tipan (covenant) sa Diyos sa Bundok Sinai. “Ang Panginoon ay aking kalakasan at aking kapangyarihan. Siya ang naging aking kaligtasan” (Awit 118:14). Return from Exile (Pagbabalik mula sa Pagkakabihag): Ito ang ikalawang mayor na balangkas. Noong ika-6 na siglo BCE, sinakop ng mga Babilonia ang Jerusalem at binihag ang mga tao. Sila ay inapi, pinahirapan, at nawalan ng kapangyarihan sa loob ng 50 taon. Natapos lamang ito nang sakupin ng Persia ang Babilonia, at pinayagan sila ni Cyrus na bumalik sa kanilang tinubuang-lupa. Ito rin ang konteksto ng ikalawang bahagi ng Aklat ni Isaias—ang parehong teksto na binasa ni Jesus sa scroll. “Ang Israel ay iniligtas ng Panginoon ng isang walang hanggang kaligtasan” (Isaias 45:17). From Infirmity to Wellbeing (Mula sa Karamdaman Tungo sa Kagalingan): Ang mga Ebanghelyo ay naglalaman ng maraming kwento ng pagpapagaling ni Jesus. Sa kontekstong ito, ang kaligtasan ay nangangahulugang paghahilom ng ating mga sugat at pagiging buo (whole). Ito ay mas literal na panggagamot. Fear to Trust (Mula sa Takot Tungo sa Pagtitiwala): Ang pagtatagumpay laban sa takot at pagkabalisa (anxiety) ay isang karaniwang tema sa Bibliya. Ang “Huwag kang matakot” ay isa sa mga pinakamadalas na parirala. Sa Lucas 12, sinabihan ni Jesus ang kanyang mga tagasunod na huwag mag-alala kundi magtiwala sa Diyos. Sa 1 Pedro 5:7, sinasabing: “Ilagak ninyo sa kanya ang lahat ng inyong kabalisahan, sapagkat siya ay nagmamalasakit sa inyo.” Higit Pa sa Personal na Kaligtasan: Justice at Peace Bagaman ang kaligtasan ay mahalaga para sa bawat indibidwal, ito rin ay consistently “corporate” o pangkalahatan sa Bibliya. Kabilang dito kung paano tayo namumuhay nang sama-sama sa mga komunidad, lipunan, at bansa. Ayon sa biblical scholar na si Marcus Borg, ang kaligtasan sa Bibliya ay politikal tulad ng pagiging personal nito, na may dalawang pangunahing focal points: Katarungan (Justice) at Kapayapaan (Peace). From Injustice to Justice: Ang pangunahing isyu sa Bibliya ay ang “economic injustice.” Libu-libong taon na ang nakalipas, umiiral pa rin ang kawalang-katarungan kapag ang mga makapangyarihan at mayayamang elite ay binubuo ang mundo ayon sa kanilang sariling interes. Ang mga modern-day Pharaoh, Herod, at Caesar ay nasa paligid pa rin natin, iba lang ang pangalan o apelyido. Mula sa kanila, kailangan pa rin nating mailigtas. From Violence to Peace: Ang isa pang malawak na politikal na kahulugan ng kaligtasan ay ang kapayapaan. Ang kapayapaan sa Bibliya ay may parehong personal at politikal na kahulugan. Kabilang dito ang kapayapaan ng isip at kapayapaan sa ating mga relasyon sa ating pamilya at mga kaibigan. Ngunit ito rin ay tungkol sa pagwawakas ng karahasan at digmaan. Sinabi ni Jesus sa Mateo 5:9: “Mapalad ang mga mapagpayapa, sapagkat sila ay tatawaging mga anak ng Diyos.” Ang Pangarap ng Diyos at ang Ating Hamon Ayon kay Verna Dozier, isang African-American author at theologian, “Ang kaligtasan bilang isang mundo ng katarungan at kapayapaan ay ang pangarap ng Diyos.” Gayundin, ayon kay Archbishop Desmond Tutu, “Ang pangarap ng Diyos, ang pasyon ng Diyos ay isang transpormadong mundo ng katarungan at kapayapaan.” Napakaganda ng pangarap ng Diyos para sa atin. Ngunit libu-libong taon pagkatapos, tila imbes na mapalapit, ay palayo tayo nang palayo sa pangarap na iyon. Hangga’t may ilang taong nasa kapangyarihan na nangkakamkam ng lupang hindi naman sa kanila, mga politikong sakim na kinukurakot ang pera ng bayan, at mga bansang bully na nagti-trigger ng karahasan, patuloy ang injustice, kahirapan, at oppression. Dito pumapasok ang isa pang biblical meaning ng salvation: nang iligtas ni Jesus ang mga tao at dalhin sila mula sa kamatayan patungo sa buhay. Sa kabila ng ating mga limitasyon bilang tao, taglay natin ang kapangyarihang tuparin ang pangarap ng Diyos—ang magkaroon ng “heaven on earth.” Konklusyon: Isang Lifelong Journey ng Pagbabago Ngayong Panahon ng Kuwaresma (Lent season), nanalangin ako na tayo ay patuloy na makalaya sa mga traumang naidulot sa atin ng salitang “salvation.” Madaling sabihin, pero sa lalim ng sugat na naiwan nito, hindi ito parang magic na kayang hilumin agad. Patuloy natin itong i-challenge, araw-araw nating harapin nang personal at bilang isang komunidad. I pray for continuous healing. Kapag sinasabi ng mundo na kasalanan ang maging LGBTQ+, may kapangyarihan tayong “iluwal muli” (be born again) ang ating sarili nang mas malaya at mas buo. At kapag mas buo ka na, kapag mas malaya ka na, palayain mo na rin ang iba. Be transformed so we can transform others and the world. Maging isang “wounded healer.” Magsimula sa isang LGBTQ+ kid, isang homeless person, o isang rally laban sa korapsyon. Magsimula tayo sa pagbabahagi ng magandang balita na dito sa Open Table, may isang ligtas na espasyo kung saan ka tunay na tinatanggap. Balikan natin at maging inspirasyon kung paano nagsimula ang Kristiyanismo noon. Naniniwala akong kaya natin itong gawin muli, sa gabay ng Banal na Espiritu at sa kapangyarihan ng pag-ibig ni Jesus. Achieve natin ang paglaya at paghilom dito, ngayon, at para sa lahat. Salamat po. The post Paglaya at Paghilom appeared first on Open Table Metropolitan Community Church.

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Imposible man sa ating paningin, walang imposible sa mata ng Diyos. Siya ang Diyos na kayang gumawa ng himala sa buhay mo, kaya't huwag mong tuldukan ang sitwasyon mo ngayon. Patuloy ka lang na kumapit at manampalataya sa Kaniya—hindi ka bibiguin ng Panginoon. Support CBN Asia today!https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

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It's an episode just absolutely full of fish! Thanks to Arthur, Yuzu, Jayson, Kabir, Nora, Siya, Joel, Elizabeth, Mac, Ryder, Alyx, Dean, and Riley for their suggestions this week! Further reading: Study uncovers mechanics of machete-like 'tail-whipping' in thresher sharks Business end of a sawfish: Giant freshwater stingray! The frilled shark looks like an eel: The frilled shark's teeth: The thresher shark and its whip-like tail [photo by Thomas Alexander - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=50280277]: The Halmahera epaulette shark, looking a little bit like a long skinny koi fish [photo by Mark Erdmann, California Academy of Sciences, Attribution, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=30260864]: A mudskipper, which is a fish even though it kind of looks like a weird frog [photo by Heinonlein - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=44502355]: The red-lipped batfish wants a big kiss: The male blue groper is very blue [photo by Andrew Harvey, some rights reserved (CC BY) - https://www.inaturalist.org/photos/62196538, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=157789928]: The giant oarfish is very long: Show transcript: Welcome to Strange Animals Podcast. I'm your host, Kate Shaw. This week we have a big fish episode! I mean, it's a big episode about a lot of different fish, not necessarily fish that are big—although some of them sure are! Thanks to Arthur, Yuzu, Jayson, Kabir, Nora, Siya, Joel, Elizabeth, Mac, Ryder, Alyx, Dean, and Riley. I told you this is a big fish episode. Let's jump right in with a fish suggested by Jayson, the sawfish. There are five species of sawfish alive today. The smallest can still grow over 10 feet long, or 3 meters, while the biggest species can grow over 20 feet long, or 6 meters. The largest sawfish ever reliably measured was 24 feet long, or 7.3 meters. The sawfish lives mostly in warm, shallow ocean waters, usually where the bottom is muddy or sandy. It can also tolerate brackish and even freshwater, and will sometimes swim into rivers and live there just fine. The sawfish is a type of ray, and rays are most closely related to sharks. Like sharks, rays have an internal skeleton made of cartilage instead of bone, but they also have bony teeth. You can definitely see the similarity between sharks and sawfish in the body shape, although the sawfish is flattened underneath, which allows it to lie on the ocean floor. There's also another detail that helps you tell a sawfish from most sharks: the rostrum, or snout. It's surprisingly long and studded with teeth on both sides, which makes it look like a saw. The teeth on the sawfish's saw are actual teeth. They're called rostral teeth and the rostrum itself is part of the skull, not a beak or a mouth. It's covered in skin just like the rest of the body. The sawfish's mouth is located underneath the body quite a bit back from the rostrum's base, and the mouth contains a lot of ordinary teeth that aren't very sharp. Since the sawfish has plenty of teeth in its mouth, you may be wondering how and why it also has extra teeth on both sides of its saw. It's because the rostral teeth evolved from dermal denticles. Dermal denticles look like scales but they're literally teeth, they're just not used for eating. Sharks have them too, along with some other fish. In the case of the sawfish, the rostral teeth grow much larger than an ordinary dermal denticle, and stick out sideways. Both the rostrum and the head are packed with electroreceptors that allow the sawfish to sense tiny electrical charges that animals emit as they move. This might mean a school of fish swimming through muddy water, or it might mean a crustacean hiding in the sand. The sawfish sometimes uses its rostrum to dig prey out of the sand, but it also uses it to slash at fish or other animals.