But Jesus called them to Himself and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great men exercise authority over them. It is not this way among you, but whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant.” — Matthew 20:25–26 — Oscar Villa: The Expositor’s … Read More
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Praise to the Creator
I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; wonderful are Your works, and my soul knows it very well. — Psalm 139:14 — Frederick Paulo Tomacder: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines David was in awe of God’s infinite knowledge and His all-pervading presence. He realized that nothing about him … Read More
Submission to Authorities
Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God. — ROMANS 13:1 — Jurem Ramos: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines A number of political events have recently shocked the world. Underdog candidates and secession votes in America and … Read More
Don’t Hold Back!
… speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord. — EPHESIANS 5:19 — Abraham Ramos: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines Congregational singing is one of my favorite parts during a Sunday worship service, second only to the preaching of God’s word. Oftentimes, I … Read More
Compelled by the Gospel
So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith. — GALATIANS 6:10 — Sean Ransom: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines Throughout our lives, God graciously gives us opportunities to help people spiritually and physically. Mature followers of Christ … Read More
How Much Does He Love Us?
But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. — ROMANS 5:8 — Erwin Quimboy: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines Twenty-five years ago someone shared the gospel with me. I listened politely as he read John 3:16. Then he encouraged me to replace the word “world” … Read More
Our Duty to Earthly Governments
Remind them to be subject to rulers, to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good deed, to malign no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing every consideration for all men. — TITUS 3:1-2 — Edwin T. Mollasgo: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines This passage reminds us of how we should conduct our lives … Read More
Grace and Peace
Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. — Ephesians 1:2 — Eduardo L. Pamplona Jr.: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines Two words we often use in the church are grace and peace. In the apostle Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, he wished grace and peace upon the saints in … Read More
Foundations for Faithfulness
And one called out to another and said, “Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord of hosts, the whole earth is full of His glory.” … Then I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for Us?” Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” — Isaiah 6:3, … Read More
Defense against Temptation
And do not lead us to temptation, but deliver us from evil. [For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.] — Matthew 6:13 — Freddy Rick Lavega: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines In our long list of prayers, we often emphasize asking God to meet our daily needs, such … Read More
The Expositor’s Academy
The Philippines Spanish explorers first brought the Roman Catholic faith to the Philippines in the 16th century. Today, over 80 percent of the population identifies as Roman Catholic—more than any other country in Asia. Yet there are many churches eager for pastoral training. The Expositor’s Academy is responding to these requests and is training men … Read More
Our Greatest Comforter and Friend
For we do not have a high priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but One who has been tempted in all things as we are, yet without sin. — Hebrews 4:15 — Kito Espiritu: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines Being a disciple of Jesus Christ is often difficult. Though we seek to manage … Read More
The Lord Removes All Reasons for Fear
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the defense of my life; whom shall I dread? — Psalm 27:1 — Vincent Greene: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines Are you curious about what it is like to live in another country? Have you ever thought of the … Read More
The Right Investment
For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake, he is the one who will save it. For what is a man profited if he gains the whole world, and loses or forfeits himself? — Luke 9:24–25 — Stanley Dumanig: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines In … Read More
People of Mercy, Peace, and Love
May mercy and peace and love be multiplied to you. — Jude 2 — Raymond C. Diango: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines God is merciful, peaceful, and loving. His love moved Him to show mercy to sinful men and women, making peace with them through the blood of His own Son. He showed undeserved … Read More
The Footprint of Jesus Christ
For it was the Father’s good pleasure for all the fullness to dwell in Him, and through Him to reconcile all things to Himself, having made peace through the blood of His cross; through Him, I say, whether things on earth or things in heaven. — Colossians 1:19–20 — Dexter Chua: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines … Read More
One Flock with One Shepherd
I have other sheep, which are not of this fold; I must bring them also, and they will hear My voice; and they will become one flock with one shepherd. — John 10:16 — Robbie Casas: The Expositor’s Academy | Philippines After declaring “I am the good shepherd” (the fourth of Christ’s seven “I am” statements … Read More
No Stopping!
Not that I have already obtained it…but I press on so that I may lay hold of that for which also I was laid hold of by Christ Jesus. Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to … Read More
