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Madamdaming Sulat

2007-01-24T11:48:00.000+08:00

Anak,

Medyo mabagal akong magsulat ngayon dahil alam kong mabagal ka ring magbasa. Nandito na kami sa Estados Unidos para bantayan ang bagong biling bahay ng kapatid mo. Pero hindi ko maibibigay sa iyo ang address dahil dinala ng dating nakatira ang address para daw hindi na sila magpalit ng address.Maganda ang lugar na ito at malayo sa Manila. Dalawang beses lang umulan sa linggong ito, tatlong araw noong una at apat na araw noong pangalawa. Nakakainis lang ang mga paninda dito katulad nung nabili ko na shampoo dahil ayaw bumula.Nakasulat kasi " FOR DRY HAIR" kaya hindi ko binabasa ang buhok ko pag ginagamit ko. Mamaya ay ibabalik ko sa Walmart at magrereklamo ako.Noong isang araw naman ay hindi ako makapasok sa bahay dahil ayaw bumukas ng padlock. Nakasulat kasi ay "YALE", eh aba namalat na ako kasisigaw ay hindi pa din bumubukas. Magrereklamo din ako sa nagbenta ng bahay, akala nila hindi ko alam na SIGAW ang tagalog ng "YALE", wise yata to! Mayroon nga pala akong nabili na magandang jacket at tiyak na magugustuhan mo. Ipinadala ko na sa iyo sa "Federal Express" medyo mahal daw dahil mabigat ang butones kaya ang ginawa ko ay tinanggal ko na lang ang mga butones at inilagay ko na lang sa bulsa ng jacket. Ikabit mo na lang pag dating diyan. Nagpadala rin ako ng tseke para sa mga nasalanta ng bagyo, hindi ko na pinirmahan dahil gusto ko na maging anonymous donor. Nakakahiya naman kung ipagmamalaki ko pa. Ang kapatid mo palang si Jhun ay may trabaho na dito, mayroon siyang 500 na tao sa ilalim nya. Nag-gugupit siya ngayon ng damo sa memorial park, okey naman ang kita above minimum
ang sahod. Nakapanganak na rin pala ang ate baby mo, hindi ko pa alam kung babae o lalake kaya hindi ko pa masasabi na kung ikaw ay bagong uncle or auntie.Wala na akong masyadong balita .Sumulat ka na lang ng madalas.

Love,
Papa

P.S. Maglalagay sana ako ng pera, kaya lang ay naisara ko na ang envelope.Next time na lang ha?

Mada Mada Dane

2007-01-08T10:44:00.000+08:00

"Mada mada dane" is a phrase that was popularized by the Anime - Manga "Tennis no Ouji-sama" or The Prince of Tennis Ryoma Echizen. The meaning varies in similarity, or the way he speak to other person... "You still have a ways to go," "No, not yet," "Not good enough" or "Still no good". In the English version of the manga, or as translated directly in a chapter of the Japanese manga, "You still have lots more to work on". This phrase is Ryoma's expression...He also says this to annoy and also to taunt his rivals or you can call it to provoke them. While most often linked to Echizen, it is actually a derogatory phrase that is heard quite often in anime. Differences in usage include "dana" instead of "dane" and simply saying "mada mada.

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Colorado woman selling snow on eBay

2007-01-02T10:09:00.000+08:00

Mon Jan 1, 5:25 AM ET

LOVELAND, Colo. - Call it a winter sale. Jim and Mary Walker are selling snow on eBay. Starting bids were holding steady Friday at 99 cents for samples from "Blizzard I and Blizzard II."

The Walkers got the idea for selling snow after shoveling mounds from two storms a week apart that together dumped more than 4 feet along the Front Range.

"I figured eBay has ghosts and all sorts of weird stuff, so why not snow?" said Mary Walker, who teaches business workshops on employee communications.

How much snow 99 cents or whatever the winning bid gets depends. Walker's auction notice suggests avoiding shipping and handling charges by stopping by their home and picking it up — in a dump truck.

Only 10 offerings of snow are available and the proceeds are earmarked for a used snowblower for Jim or a pair of shovels.

She says she doesn't really expect to find a buyer for their blizzard overstock.

"We just wanted to just give some folks a laugh," she said.

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Wow I Can't Believe It..

2006-12-16T11:32:00.000+08:00

My IQ Test Result

Tickle's psychologists have built IQ tests before (take a look at the Ultimate IQ test and the Emotional IQ test), so the initial research for the development of the Super IQ test was already in place. We used proven, high-quality IQ test questions similar to those found in the Mensa Workout tests and the Shipley Institute of Living Scale to focus on both vocabulary and verbal abstract reasoning — two of the scales often relied on for standard IQ tests. But to create the Super IQ test, we wanted to test more abilities and make the test even more comprehensive. We believed we could assess a person's IQ even more accurately that way.

In the past, researchers who've constructed IQ tests discovered certain patterns. A particular test-taker seemed to answer questions correctly in terms of categories such as mathematical, visual, verbal, and logical. For example, researchers found that a test-taker who answers the math-oriented and verbal questions correctly tends to answer the logical questions incorrectly. From such patterns, experts were able to define some internal scales of intelligence to the overall IQ test. Thus, using those internal scales, they could offer an actual IQ score, such as 105, as well as a measurement of how well the test-taker did within each question category.

So why don't you give it a try

Philippine Web Awards : The undisputed People's Choice Website goes To...

2006-12-08T10:30:00.000+08:00

The Official Site of Ang Dating Daan once again bagged the People's Choice Award for this year's Philippine Web Awards, it only proves that even the persecution and defamation against the organization won't affect the members and other who sympathize with them from patronizing the website and their TV programs. I believed that this is one of the proof that GOD is within the Organization, after receiving The Gawad America Award for Most Informative Religious Program of the Year now it is another GOD's work..."Yea, before the day was I am he; and there is none that can deliver out of my hand: I will work, and who shall let it?" -Isaiah 43:13. To GOD be the Glory!

People's Choice Awardees for the 9th PWA

Organizations

The Official Ang Dating Daan (The Old Path) Website
www.angdatingdaan.org

Community & Portal

Kaanib.net
www.kaanib.net

Media

Official UNTV-37 Website - Your Intelligent Alternative
www.untvweb.com

Celebrities & Personalities

The Official Website of Daniel Razon
www.danielrazon.com

‘Reming’ changes course, won’t hit Metro Manila

2006-11-30T16:38:00.000+08:00

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Last updated 03:57pm (Mla time) 11/30/2006

Reming's Track

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(9TH UPDATE) SUPER typhoon "Reming" (international codename: Durian) has changed course and will no longer hit Metro Manila directly, the chief state weather forecaster said Friday.

Instead, the storm, with winds of 190 kilometers per hour and gustiness of up to 225 kilometers per hour, will hit provinces south of the capital, according to Nathaniel Cruz in a phone interview.

"There was a big change in direction. Metro Manila will no longer be a direct hit," Cruz said.

The change in its course was caused was by an intensified high pressure area over the South China Sea, he said.

But Cruz said Metro Manila residents should still brace for heavy rains and strong winds. "Metro Manila is still in peril. We should not relax," he said in a news conference aired live on GMA Network radio dzBB.

“Reming” was supposed to have to hit Metro Manila between 5 a.m. and 8 a.m. Friday, prompting officials to suspend classes this Thursday.

The Manila airport authority was also considering diverting all incoming flights to Hong Kong, radio reports said.

In the same news conference, Cruz said “Reming” was expected to strengthen when it makes landfall in Batangas, Mindoro and Marinduque, and Panay Gulf after passing through the Ragay Gulf.

"This means the storm could remain as strong or grow stronger," Cruz said.

Public Storm signal number 4 has been raised in Catanduanes, Albay, Camarines provinces, southern Quezon, Marinduque, and Burias Island; signal number 3 in Sorsogon, Oriental Mindoro, Batangas, the rest of Quezon, including Polillo Island.

Signal number 2 has been raised in Metro Manila, Aurora, Masbate, Romblon, Occidental Mindoro, Lubang Island, Cavite, Laguna, Rizal, Bataan, Bulacan, and Northern Samar. Signal number 1 was raised in Zambales, Pampanga, Tarlac, Pangasinan, Nueva Vizcaya, Nueva Ecija, Quirino, Isabela, the rest of Samar, Calamian group of islands, Biliran, Aklan, and Capiz.

The howler made landfall in Catanduanes province in the Bicol region on Thursday morning, stranding thousands of passengers and downing power lines. There were no immediate reports of casualties.

At least 166 families have been evacuated -- 140 in Legazpi City, Albay province, 23 in Virac, Catanduanes, and three in Libmanan, Camarines
Sur, the National Disaster Coordinating Council said.

An undetermined number of evacuees in the Catanduanes provincial capital of Virac are staying in their relatives' houses, it said.

Residents said the winds were so strong it felt like an earthquake, according to a report radio dzBB earlier in the day.

Quoting reports from the National Transmission Corp. (Transco), the NDCC said electricity was cut off in the provinces of Albay, Sorsogon, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, and parts of Quezon province.

Land and sea travel have been suspended in areas of the Bicol region affected by the storm, Cruz said.

The NDCC said 3,349 people and 167 vehicles have been stranded in seaports in the Bicol region and Southern Luzon. In the Matnog port in Sorsogon alone, 1,444 were stranded while 1,000 were stranded in Calapan, Oriental Mindoro.

The NDCC said flood advisories have been sent out in the Bicol region and in the Samar and Leyte provinces in the eastern Visayas, which could be hit by rains.

Coast guard commandant Rear Admiral Damian Carlos placed all units on the highest alert.

The “super typhoon” is the fourth to hit the Philippines in as many months.

In late September, Typhoon Xangsane (Philippine codename: Milenyo) left 230 people dead and missing in and around Manila. Typhoon Cimaron (Philippine codename: Paeng) killed 19 people and injured 58 others last month, and earlier this month, Chebi (Philippine codename: Queenie) sliced through the central Luzon region, killing one.

About 20 typhoons and tropical storms hit the Philippines each year.

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2006-11-29T13:08:00.000+08:00

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On The Lighter Side

2006-11-29T12:54:00.000+08:00

Three men who were lost in the forest were captured by cannibals. The cannibal king told the prisoners that they could live if they pass a trial. The first step of the trial was to go to the forest and get ten pieces of the same kind of fruit. So all three men went separate ways to gather fruits.

The first one came back and said to the king, "I brought ten apples." The king then explained the trial to him. "You have to shove the fruits up your butt without any expression on your face or you'll be eaten."

The first apple went in... but on the second one he winced out in pain, so he was killed.

The second one arrived and showed the king ten berries. When the king explained the trial to him he thought to himself that this should be easy. 1...2...3...4...5...6...7...8... and on the ninth berry he burst out in laughter and was killed.

The first guy and the second guy met in heaven. The first one asked, "Why did you laugh, you almost got away with it?" The second one replied, "I couldn't help it, I saw the third guy coming with pineapples."

Three Colors of Death "Green, White and Red"

2006-11-29T09:32:00.000+08:00

The Old Path Magazine Vol.1 No.3 2005

The colors green, white and red may spell spiritual death, and more so if put together. Green as in greed for the material actually comes first. Then, white for false religion as a means for green to come by. Finally, red as in sin to keep the whole thing going. As in false churches, these three support and fortify each another in a cyclic manner to be able to thrive. But whatever the arrangement, the end is still the same: spiritual death.

GREEN is for the Love of Money . . . . . and Lust.

Money, money, money – all for the love of money.
Green is the color of a stable currency, and thus carries a strong connotation to money, wealth, and materialism. The love for green bucks comes from inordinate desires to have, no matter by what means. It may come from covetousness, from the drive to acquire to have an easy life – but not at the expense of one’s labor. Given the chance, one gets to accumulate possessions: flashy cars of the latest models of not just one or two, palace houses here and abroad, yachts in the ocean for a month-long song, wine in the glittering night life, jewelries bedecking the body, women escorts in plushy hotels, fat bank accounts in several banks. The love of money can supplant everything including God. But this is exactly what happens with false preachers. And the shortest way is – start a religion. The list of luck is long and still can grow, as long as there are people to give. Mark 8:36 however warns -

For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?

Filthy lucre. Behind sowing fear among their members that no one outside their church is to going to be saved, false preachers have their own filthy take. Ezekiel 22: 27 says -

“Her princes in the mist thereof are like wolves ravening the prey, to shed blood, and to destroy souls, to get dishonest gain.”

Instead of teaching their members of the teachings of Christ, in their church services they resort to rituals, singing ready-made texts that have been their fill of centuries. These are contained in printed books or handout types. There is kneeling and bell ringing and the members are taught choral responses that have been memorized for generations without thinking of their meaning.

There are collections for the day – an important part for the minister – be they allowed in the Bible or not. They collect all the time even in thanksgiving, even during prayer meetings. These had been foretold in the Bible. II Pet 2:3 says -

“And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you: whose judgment now a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth not.”

For their “sermons,” the preacher more than tells stories without as much referring to the Bible. Some reader is asked to read the Bible for a time, he or she who is tasked just to read without giving any understanding. Each one is implicitly expected to understand. The congregation rises up to sing and go the run of things as every Sunday goes. Then the whole thing is over – the Word of God made business of by false preachers. They are discussed in Titus 1:11 as -

“Whose mouths must be stopped, who subvert whole houses, teaching things they ought not, for filthy lucre’s sake.”

A hundredfold. Religion has become business in these modern times. This is an open secret of false teachers who have enriched themselves unabashedly to the detriment of their members, with nary a care for their salvation.

To lead sincere Christians to expect an automatic financial return of a hundredfold simply because they gave their money is to corrupt the very purpose and nature of giving. It leads to selfishness, not godliness. This suggests the practice of the upside-down umbrella of a group in the country who counted on their gives to multiply a hundred times.

In the Bible, money is not singled out, in fact not even mentioned. The scriptures also say …mothers, fathers, children, houses, speaking of our relationship with others in the church.

The interpretation indicates a preoccupation with the luxuries of this life, focusing attention on material possessions. Meanwhile, the abundant life Jesus spoke about is said to be the blessings of the kingdom - one characterized by justice, truth, righteousness, not a kingdom characterized by wealth, glory and power.

Sexuality. One symbolism of green in Western culture started with the Celtic myths where the green man was the god of fertility. Later in the millennium, early Christians banned green because it had been used in pagan ceremonies. But the symbolism attached to the color continued up to the latter part of this century. Anyone who chooses a green M & M (an American candy which contains an assortment of different colored chocolate sweets) is sending a somewhat sexual message. Green has been reinterpreted by late 20th century American culture to signify a state of heightened sexuality. Fertility and with its color green became suspicious as possible effects of unrestrained sexuality.

One would expect church leaders to be harmless, but the opposite is true for some. They take advantage of the trust given them by the members. Stories have been told of church leaders having multi-families, either legal or not.

Fish Rot from the Head. There’s an old Russian proverb that states that “The fish will rot from the head.” This adage was used to describe the belief that real corruption begins at the highest levels. As the corruption spreads throughout the entire system it will become apparent that the rotting at the head begins to smell.

A leader or preacher who is a rapist or polygamist cannot effectively lead God’s church, much less be a member of God’s nation. If a leader is such, it cannot be kept secret and there’s a way the smell will let out. Raped victims will talk; the children borne will talk – no matter how many years the secret laid still. Worse yet, the congregation will not be disciplined, because what moral ascendancy will he have then? If the leader is such, it strongly suggests that it is all right for the members to follow.1 John 2:26 says –

“For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.”

WHITE is for living in the world of lies

Among these three colors, it is the white that plays it big, the white horse symbol in Revelations. White is for living in the world of lies, made possible by false religions through their teachers. False teachers have crept into the fold and drawn followers to themselves, since Christ founded the Christian Church. This is evidenced by what is observed as fruits – the supposed “Christians” that have been formed out of their teachings for ages. This has continued until today, as heresy after heresy infiltrated the doctrines of the church – with so many “Christian” churches warring at each other for differences of doctrines. With these many differences, one can tell there is lying, there are lies, and there are liars.

Apostle Paul warned of false spiritual leaders as "speaking lies in hypocrisy, having their conscience seared with a hot iron.” These are preachers with consciences that have become so calloused, they are no longer sensitive to the hypocritical nature of their existence. Having lied so long, they are desensitized to lying.

There are those who parade themselves as representing God, when in fact, void of the knowledge of God and the salvation they say they proclaim. Starving, they supposedly offer true bread, and warn other men of a hell that they themselves will populate. Many appear to feed and cloth the flock of God while in reality they ravage them, and for a pretense they make long their prayers.

False teaching is a mixture of truth and error. Thus, people may at the same time be encouraged and nourished by some things that are true but unknowingly accept error along with it. But even a small amount of error may be dangerous.

A lot of these false preachers are said to be on television networks. Their sermons are so strong, with seemingly interesting topics, deceiving even the very elect, if possible. Some are said to falsely mistake smiles, handshakes, fine clothes and money, discipline, attendance records, and smooth talk for love, spirituality, holiness, blessings and Biblical preaching. Education is so important to them, not as much wisdom; and church promotions have taken over seeing to others’ burdens. Hard, straight Bible preaching and teaching is unheard of.

One described television Christianity as producing a theatrical church whose job is to entertain, excite, please and gain - a characteristic of a false church - instead of to enlighten, rebuke, correct, and produce Bible believers. In fact, all false churches can be said to teach liberal theology that almost rejects the bible as being the divine Word of God. Although they use Christian jargon, and at times share principles with true Christianity, these groups severely twist and contort the message of the Gospel. Basically, their ministers make it easy for their members to stay on. In summary, false churches have the following habits -

1) Adding to and subtracting from the word of God
2) Subtracting from the Person of Christ usually by denying the fact that He is God.
3) Putting trust in the Organization instead of God.

Tons of Lies. One church claims to be 'the only true church’ which Christ Himself started. This church was named after Christ, by Christ Himself, they say. If you do not belong to this particular church, you cannot be saved, since this church alone is the sheepfold of Christ.

In this church they teach what they believe in, taking Scripture passages to make it fit their beliefs. Hence, instead of the biblical emphasis of end times, their emphasis is on an end prophet. Instead of Jesus being God, he is mere man. There are yet many other distortions as in the reckoning of time for holy supper, the equation of anything or anyone sent as angel. Protestant churches have been dismissed by them as false religions, yet their services were made use of, most remarkably in the baptism of their own leader and founder. The members are not encouraged to read the Bible but depend on their ministers to tell them what it says.

One church also claims to have recordings of God’s voice in Chinese, and each year packs an average of 300 tons of books and tapes that are distributed throughout the world. And yet, all of these - as God’s voices - are not true.
There are many yet examples of claims and lies of all kinds. An anatomy of lying was recorded as saying that, to a liar, falsehoods roll effortlessly from the tongue, and yet it never bothers one to differentiate fact from fallacy. It is a habit as habit can be.

Abuse of Communication Media. The problem with false preachers is that they have underestimated print media and its role in propagating truth. With broadcast media and its loose medium, one can splice tapes of different settings and make it appear as one. The result is a pack of lies. False preachers can do this with their enemies and deceive listeners.

But with print media, it’s different. Once you print your message, it is there for the entire world to see, as long as there are tenable hard copies to show. Therefore, musings of one pretending to be a messenger can be examined from all angles for truth.

It is said understanding is added from time to time as revelations come, which revelations are not done in a flash flood. They come at proper times when God allows. A pretender, therefore, can be cornered in his false teachings when one sent by God comes to the fore and examines his propositions.

One sent by God is expectedly taught by God, and this explains why his teachings have stood the test of time. Bro. Eli Soriano has been correcting the false teachings of false teachers over time – without letup, without fear, but with tireless efforts. In the arena of debates where reasoning is tested, his knowledge of the Bible has not been surpassed by anyone. And time has shown him to be incomparable as a teacher of God’s word. His stamina may be found in his fear of God, his faithfulness in handling the Word of God, and his acumen in his stewardship of his congregation as God’s nation.

One can say the print media is God’s ally in spreading the Word of God. The existence of the Bible and its power in reaching great populations over time is proof enough. To think of using print, therefore, to propagate false stories will not hold water, because apparently that is not God’s purpose for this medium. The readers are not that stupid that they cannot tell a lie from truth.

To be able to prop up false stories in print media, one needs to build lie after lie after lie. But readers have grown fast since the internet technology has made its impact on their lives. Despite, for example, the various expertly-drawn emails about treasures and wealth left behind by so-called philanthropists and that the receiver is the recipient of such, SPAM or delete is all the receiver does. No one is that gullible anymore to be swallowing information hook, line, and sinker. Gone are those days.

So, if you produce comics illustrated of some celebrity’s supposed life like that of Bro. Eli Soriano, those comics remain mere comics – something to entertain and feed the lewd mind. That is only as far as it goes – for people who really know him.

Actually, these comics - with no sources or writers to boot - can be said to be the direct cousins of those “god messages” printed decades ago by a so-called true church. They go together by type and they re-enforce each other, if motives are to be reckoned with. In fact, this group endorsed these comics in their TV program and invited the Ang Dating Daan members to read them and widely distribute them to their relatives. This is because the obvious objective is to destroy the person of Bro. Eli Soriano.

That is the nature of lies. They form links and depend on each other in order to thrive, as long as they want to remain lies and no one among the liars stands up to say – “It’s time we correct ourselves.”

Nature of Comics as Medium. Anyone wanting to ally with God may fairly use the print media. In dealing with truth, there is nothing to hide, nothing to be ashamed of, and from all angles may be examined. This is the reason false preachers cannot use the print media squarely. It is not safe from the scrutiny of the true preacher who comes armed with the full knowledge of God’s Word. But even by now, false preachers do not realize this – imagining that by producing more comics, they can be believed.

First of all, comics are comics – illustrations of images one wants to depict. They lack the argumentative flow of text where reasoning can be examined, where one truth could be linked to another and probed for validity, soundness, and truth. This is the reason liars prefer the medium of comics over full text – depending on what illustrations could do to emotions– because they lack the rock-steadfastness of text for the mind.

Gathering all the text of one issue of those comics on the supposed life story of Bro. Eli Soriano may not even fill up half page of an 8” x 11” bond paper, if encoded single space in Times New Roman, 10 points. Granted that one can gather one whole page, is that enough length to effectively build a case on just one contention of those alleged anomalies? How much really is in there worth examining for truth when you distill the comics to mere text? Can you place arguments on simply comics? Can the mind fairly examine material simply meant to play on emotions? There is not even one writer named to claim responsibility for the contents, if they really are true as eagerly advertised by so-called ministers. The playing field is not even when you make pot shots at someone and hide your identity. When you disown printing it, but readily advertise it - contrary to your supposed beliefs against sexuality - it could only mean you had a hand in it.

Liars want to do things short cut. They hide through artwork for want of something tenable to say. Their eyes are only on their objectives, but along the way they stumble from their tunnel vision. People were not born just yesterday; they can see through those piles of negative adjectives without premises for support. Applying “seaman” on Bro. Soriano, and naming all sorts of mischief, for example, is overkill and spells of desperate moves.
And liars can only come halfway - splicing tapes, employing comics for lack of argument buildup, but can never use print media fair and square. And that maybe the reason they cannot employ the Bible properly.

RED is for sin

Red is the color of power. History has it that strict clothing regulations were enforced in Europe up to the times of the French Revolution. Pure colors were reserved exclusively for the rich nobility. Wearing red coats was the exclusive right of the nobility in medieval times and the red robes of kings, cardinals, judges and executioners announced their power over life and death. In Christianity, the red rose is associated with the cross and the bloodshed.

The beauty of being with God’s nation is that one’s past life of sin is forgotten, having been washed and forgiven at baptism. As written in Isaiah 1: 18 –

“Come now, let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be scarlet, they shall be elite as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.”

There have been testimonies of worldly lives from all corners in the Church of God International, given the lack of knowledge that God’s doctrines could provide. But after having been taught the doctrines and the supposed life of a Christian, one is expected to behave properly. Adultery, immorality, all forms of carnality when found in a child of God gives enough reason for the Presiding Minister, Bro. Eli Soriano, to expel him. With God’s mercy yet, the putting away is not arbitrary but with the purpose of teaching God’s children not to blaspheme. In the Church history, there have been some expelled.

But where have they gone to? For being put out because of immorality or adultery and being accepted somewhere says a lot of their new-found group. The Ang Dating Daan does not tolerate immorality. God’s nation does not, and God warns in Rev 2: 19-21 –

“I know thy works, and charity…. Notwithstanding I have a few things against thee, because thou sufferest that woman Jezebel which calleth herself a prophetess, to teach and seduce my servants to commit fornication…and I gave her space to repent of her fornication; and she repented not.”

By this world’s standards, it is not surprising that those being expelled would group together where they are tolerated. As bonus for them, they get the chance to tell the world in their own terms that they are innocent, in effect making their excommunication appear an injustice. From their appearances alone on television one could tell, they have gone back to the ways of this world – cutting their hair, using make up, dressing immodestly, and from their mouths speak out lies about those they said they believed in before. Rather than engaging in self-introspection to see where they have gone wrong and in humility ask pardon from God, they have preferred to attend to what this world would think about them, never mind God. Now come the cosmetics to supposedly blot out or suffocate the reasons why they were expelled. In so doing, they resort to all sorts of shenanigans.

The first target would be the preacher – that he is this, that he is that. He is fair game to those paid to destroy him, and like actors sent to deliver a part, the players play their game, after which they collect. They are media men now, of the AC-DC type. This is referred to in journalism as attack-collect, defend-collect, but of the employment type. They attack Bro. Soriano for a pay, and they defend their new-found group for a pay. In effect, although they feel like heroes on television, licking their wounds to the world with worldly sorrow, they have become basket cases in terms of salvation.

Not content with that, they share inside information that they twist to be able to earn. They become point men to recruiters, making a list of those who could take a bite of their moneyed fate. They join the activities of those tearing apart the organization they once belonged to – including those bloody plots and plans.

But at the end of the day, if conscience is still there, there may be that gnawing, unknown sadness they alone could feel. They have sold their souls. They have gone back to where they came from.

Taste for blood. The first ones to be defensive about their false religion are those trained ready to kill for their leader. The taste for blood is part and parcel of the package of salvation. It is the mindset of those wanting to be martyrs, no different from the suicide bombers. But this is easier done by those earning their keep as paid ministers. Should their religion go kaput, there go their salaries down the drain, their houses, and their properties. And so defend to the max their leader they go.

In so doing, they also put out teachings of their own, subverting in the process what set of teachings they should have – to pitch in for a leader who keeps away from the eye of the public. To defend what teachings they had through the years, they resort to going beyond what is necessary to do – like fraternities bonding for unity, and not for truth.

Cowardice. But where is the leader in the first place so that there is no need to defend one’s teachings with a physical punch? Why do the lieutenants have to do it themselves? Despite the power, the influence, and the glory of the chapels, teachings can only be so much if the mind cannot even speak for them. If one’s teachings cannot even stand the test of debates, where challenge after challenge comes but no leader comes forward to defend, then whoever is his god would be ashamed.

It is public knowledge that Bro. Soriano has published a challenge to the leadership of a church with a history of trying to pit other religious groups against the ADD. In public, they would be announcing in their TV programs where Bro. Soriano would be passing by, what places he frequents, what his address is. But up to now, there are no takers to that challenge.

Red supports white to thrive. In fact, red is the army of white.

AT THE END OF THE AGE: Rise of a Jeremiah
At the end of the age, the kingdom is to be purged of the false and of the hypocritical. And there has to be work done here to uproot and overthrow.

People and preachers who confront false religionists, unbelievers, and the "god of this world", are usually branded as judgmental, unloving, or divisive. Thus a lot of believers have cultivated a tolerance for false and careless teaching, giving the "word of faith" extremist the freedom to propound fantastic views. The faith movement believes in simply having faith and then one is saved, which is not biblical.

But one must break the code of silence of believers. There is a need for a fearless one to speak against the powers, the principalities of this world, not only for the silence of believers and the attendant acts to allow such to thrive, but for the consequences of false preaching.

There are eternal consequences involved in teaching a false gospel. Therefore, there will be a need to jeremiad: to rebuke, to reprove, and to reproach. False spiritual leadership must be understood not so much in terms of behavior, but in terms of values, which motivate and move the individual. It is high time to expose these false ministers who make money out of their supposed flock. It is high time to stop their lies from spreading, and to right the wrongs they are preaching. It is high time to uproot and overthrow.

The Christian fight is not of the flesh but of principalities. The fight of churches therefore is not of blood. The run for green, white and red cannot really save one and actually spells spiritual death.

Need to Follow Appointed Preacher. A fool would easily attach oneself to a religion that fits his time, his preferences, and an organizational culture that doesn’t cramp his lifestyle – just like changing clothes anytime. On the other hand, anyone sincerely wanting to know the truth would be discriminating - testing the waters first - observing the preacher, and constantly examining his words.

What kind of preacher are you following? Is he knowledgeable of the truth, or is there anyone better than he, who can answer all your questions? Where does he base his answers? The Bible says there are really things hard to understand. Firstly, parables, as parables, were not meant to be understood by most people –

“And the disciples came and said unto him, why speakest thou unto them in parables? He answered and said unto them, because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given. For whosever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance; but whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken away even that he hath. Therefore speak I to them in parables: because they seeing see not; and hearing they hear not, neither do they understand. And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias, which says, By hearing ye shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and shall not perceive. For this people’s heart is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes they have closed; lest at anytime they should see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and should understand with their heart, and should be converted, and I should heal them. But blessed are your eyes, for they see: and your ears, for they hear. For verily I say unto you, That many prophets and righteous men have desired to see those things which ye see, and have not seen them; and to hear those things which ye hear, and have not heard them.” (Matthew 13:10-17)

Secondly, Jesus used minute details which were intended to hide the truth of the text from the non-spiritual, but to reveal truth to God's people.

“But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them because they are spiritually discerned.” (1 Cor. 2:14)

Thirdly, symbols (such as the woman, merchant man, wind, angel, dove, water, fire, and others) frequently appear in texts of the Bible.

All of these show the need for a teacher who has the Spirit of God so that one may understand the Word of God. Nothing less would be able to lead one to truth and guide one until the end.

And God is faithful that he would not leave his people alone without one. Fortunate, indeed, is one who has found that true preacher.

As attested to by many, God is really with Bro. Eli Soriano. He is remarkably an extraordinary individual – unschooled by the world’s standards but unbeatable in biblical matters. He can see what others do not and has the understanding of the Word of God not found in anyone even among sages. And for that, how blessed is the Philippines!

One would imagine Bro. Eli as an epitome of proper calibration for he is quite sensitive to discrepancies from what is right. He can frown and smile in the fleet of a second as he observes sin and the reversal from it – an apparent fruit of fearing God and having Him in mind all his waking hours. It is then no surprise that he claims he is being taught by God which explains his deep understanding of God’s Word and the revelations given to him.

From such sensitivity to what is right, and the sacrificial life he leads to carry on God’s work, it is a bulldoze to the senses when anyone would simply impute on Bro. Eli some mischief, as those talking birds in a net program would do. If you only knew him!

Like a Spring. So, if you’re involved in some way with green, white and red, the longer you immerse yourself with these colors, the harder to get out. But as Filipino professors would say, use your coconut! The longer you drink of false teachings, the more the destruction wrought in you. Anyone thirsting for the knowledge of God would make sure he is in the right path – the Old Path. And if you truly care for truth, you must make sure you are being led by someone with an understanding given by God, and teaching things of God – like a spring that never runs dry.

For a start, there is an ADD program called “Itanong mo kay Soriano, Biblia ang Sasagot” (Ask Soriano, the Bible will Answer). This for one is God’s answer to the syndrome of the green, white, and red.

The “How-To-Make-It” to the call center industry

2006-11-22T17:15:00.000+08:00

from: kaanib.net by Carmi Tongol

There is an increased demand for call center agents here in our country, yet we experience an equally increasing unemployment rate. One reason is the English communication issue. The nature of the work is second. So the saying, “Many are called but only few are qualified” applies to this fact.

Before venturing into this call center business, there are basic things one needs to know, like: what is a customer service representative? A customer service representative or simply a call center agent is a person employed in a call centre to answer the phone. But there are also agents who handle a non-phone support. They are the ones who do back-office jobs. The technical service representatives, meanwhile, are the ones who render technical help to the customer.

Is a call center job easy? Well, it is not really an easy job. CSR’s act as front-liners who give excellent service to customer at all times. Any position in customer service deals with many different types of people with multiple personalities. As CSR you must know how to deal with an irate customer and for some, need to pass the client satisfaction metrics.

To be an excellent customer service representative one simply needs to be happy and satisfied. When you exude happy and energetic vibes, it rubs off onto the customer. Most of the agents do not usually waste their time and energy arguing with the customers because, they will always feel that they are right and agents are wrong. So they will just let their smile shine on their face, forget about their last call, and move on.

In a call center industry, you are supposed to work in a team. So expect that there will be a task assigned to you that fits your qualification. You will not only build rapport with your customers and with your clients, but you will also learn how to put up bond in your team.

If you are one of those people aspiring to work as a call center agent, here are some tips to ponder:

- BE CONFIDENT.
- SELL YOUR SKILLS positively.
- Possess a “VOICE WITH A SMILE”.
- BE COURTEOUS and SINCERE at all times.

Doing so will greatly increase your chances to work on this industry.

“Thank you for reading this article and have a nice day!”

DON'T TRY THIS AT HOME!

Keeping the House in Top Shape during Strong Rains

2006-11-22T16:55:00.000+08:00

Is your home damaged by a catastrophic event such as fire, flood or storm? Take appropriate actions to prevent further water damage once it is safe to do so. The source of a ceiling leak, cracked walls and even faulty water drainage system might penetrate within your vicinity anytime during the rainy season. It is a serious threat of strong rains.

You might less likely to suffer structural damage if you plan in advance and choose high quality materials for a good foundation. If you take good care of your house, your house will take good care of the rest.

It is never too late to prepare and you can take several basic precautionary measures to protect your family and your home from stormy weather.

Determine and repair all leaks and cracks. The best way to prevent water damage from rainwater is to ensure the exterior materials of the house if it is properly constructed and maintained. Usually, water will penetrate on areas where there are cracks, mostly on the walls, ceiling or attic vents.

Check for leaks around windows and doors, especially near the corners. Spot for peeling paint. It can be a sign of water getting into the wood that may rot. Inspect for discolorations in paint or swelling of the window or doorframe.

Have roof checked for existing leaks and loosened or missing shingles. Make any needed repairs on areas allowing water to penetrate. Leaks are particularly common around chimneys, plumbing vents and attics. Remove enough sheathing to confirm that rafters and trusses are securely connected to the walls.

Seal any cracks and holes in external walls, joints, and foundations. Examine locations where piping or wiring extends through the outside walls. Fill all cracks in these locations with any tough sealant.

Inspect for termite damage in wood materials. Any wood items such as walls, beams, dividers, or floors exposed to the exterior can potentially lead to moisture intrusion or termite infestation.

Close and lock all doors and windows. This is to keep out strong winds entering your house. Store outdoor furniture and other objects that could become damaging if picked up by high wind.

Keep trees and shrubbery trimmed. Check trees in your yard and remove any dead branches which could fall on your house and cause damage.
If in cases flood waters rise and reach your house, it is safe and better that you do the following precautionary measures:

Unplug your appliances when your house gets flooded. Make sure not to turn it back on until everything has dried out. Stay out of flooded rooms if electricity is still on.

Ensure a flashlight, fresh batteries and a first aid kit on hand in case you get stranded in your home.

Keep important documents such as birth certificates, passports, insurance policies and clearance in an easily accessible waterproof box.

Ask your local office whether your property is above or below the flood level, and find out if your area has a history of flooding.

Consult with a licensed building professional who can determine the extent of repairs when necessary.

Strong rains damage left unattended can result in a major structural failure. So start inspecting and eliminating sources of potential leaks, cracks or any risks you might experience before the rainy season comes. It is important to first identify the damaged part of your house so that you can easy deal with it. Fast action and planning in advance will help minimize the time and expense for repairs, resulting in a faster recovery.

Raw Juice Therapy for Natural Healings

2006-11-22T16:39:00.000+08:00

by: Ma. Soledad Salazar

Raw juice therapy is method of treating diseases through extracting the juices from fresh fruits and vegetables, thereby making it an exclusive diet plan.

Juices from raw fruits and vegetables are extremely rich in vitamins and minerals that have beneficial effect in rejuvenating and normalizing all body functions.

Its alkaline effect lowers the blood cholesterol level and prevents premature aging of cells and tissues.

During this therapy, metabolic waste and toxins are quickly eliminated and the cleansing capacity of our organ (kidney, liver, lungs, etc.) greatly increased. So it affords a physiological rest to our body system and the full absorption of nutrients is vastly improved.

How to Prepare Raw Juice

Preferably, only fresh fruits and vegetables which are organically grown should be used. Canned and frozen juices are not advisable for its chemical (preservatives, flavoring, and coloring) content.

Immediately drink the juice or you risk loss of valuable nutrients particularly ascorbic acid and B vitamins. Maximum levels of nutrients are lost once it stays longer in the refrigerator.

There are several types of juices available in the market, it maybe helpful to ask a reliable health food or small appliance store owner for advice on which brand would best suit your juicing needs.

The right Combination

Mixing the right combination of fruits and vegetables depend on the type of disease you have. There are juices from acid fruits maybe combined with those of sub-acid fruits or vegetables fruits, but not with other juices. So better consult first a nutritionist before making various combinations.

Suggested Preparations:

- mango, carrot and papaya (improves immune system)
- banana, pineapple ( enhances male performance)
- tomato, melon, orange and broccoli ( aids in healing of cuts and bruises)
- Ginger, kiwi-fruit fruit and any green leafy vegetables ( controls blood cholesterol level.

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The Old Path (Ang Dating Daan) receives "Most Informative Program of the Year" award from indie Fil-Am award-giving body

2006-11-21T16:28:00.000+08:00

November 20, 2006 (Apalit, Pampanga) – When Bro Eli Soriano, the Members Church of God International (MCGI) Presiding Minister, went on to start his Thanksgiving discourse last Saturday (November 18), he announced that the long-running and controversial program produced by the Church was honored the prestigious "Most Informative Religious Program Award" by an independent international award-giving body.

Bro. Eli, evident in his voice and face, looks like he is one of the happiest persons and his joy seem to beam during that very moment that if God work, who will turn it away (Isaiah 43:13). Similarly, the attendees of the Thanksgiving that Saturday afternoon erupted with shouts of happiness and clapping of hands. Some eyes misted with tears of joy. That moment was priceless and the same excitement and exuberance surely beamed around the world in the Church of God's other regional chapters who are hooked via web streaming and satellite.

It was Gawad Amerika after all, an independent award-giving body based in the USA that recognizes the achievements of Fil-Am people in the field of acting, singing, professional careers and businesses since 2001, that bestowed the award in its fourth edition to Ang Dating Daan (The Old Path).

Daniel Razon accepts in behalf of Ang Dating Daan (The Old Path) the "Most Informative Religious Program of the Year" from Gawad Amerika.

Up to 426 new members were baptized on Friday (Nov. 17), which was a sure enough reason for the whole congregation to rejoice, celebrate and thank God. Majority of new brethren were either avid viewers or visitors of the Ang Dating Daan program and Bible Expositions held in different places worldwide via satellite and web streaming.

Because quite several times now in the Philippines, the program has been earning the ire of the censors board, believed to be influenced by some powerful groups who have hands in the government, to pester and ban the program for being truthful, assertive and authoritative in discussing religious topics and controversies grappling the modern world.

One US-based newspaper, Philippine Times in its November 16-22 edition, made mention of the honor awarded to Ang Dating Daan and noted:

"Bro. Eli Soriano is the program's host and he readily answers all doctrinal questions from A-Z, on the spot ... He explains everything and elaborates all the details so the viewers would easily understand every word in the Bible."

MCGI Vice-Presiding Minister Bro. Daniel Razon accepted the award during the Gawad Amerika ceremonies at the Celebrity Centre in Hollywood in the United States last November 18.

Since 2002, the Ang Dating Daan (www.angdatingdaan.org) online presence has been a consistent front-runner in the Philippine Web Awards with three (3) Most Popular Website Awards already tucked in its pocket. This year, Ang Dating Daan website is a finalist to compete for the best organization website award in the 9th edition of the award-giving body. Winners will be announced on December 7 this year.

Ang Dating Daan, which in 2005 celebrated its 25th year, makes it the longest-running, the most awarded and the only sensible religious program in the Philippines. The recent achievement of the Ang Dating Daan in the United States was a confirmation of the dedication, sincerity and the concern of the Members Church of God International (MCGI) and Bro. Eli Soriano to fulfill the Church's mission to share the goodwill and hope that God wants people in the world to learn and live by.

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Go For Natural

2006-11-15T12:08:00.000+08:00

Please read this. An interesting piece of information. Have a look at the wrapper on a Coca-Cola 1.5 liter bottle in the ingredients label you will find phosphoric acid in it. Minute quantities of ethylene glycol are also used (which is acknowledged in the soft drink world for making it really chill).This is popularly known as "anti-freeze" which prevents water from freezing at 0degC and instead drops it 4-5 degrees with minute quantities. This chemical is a known SLOW POISON in the caliber of arsenic. So, if you manage to drink about 4 liters of Coke within an hour or so, you can die. Read along and give up these dangerous things. Be natural; have flavored milks, tender coconuts, buttermilk, lassi and plain water instead of these "soft" drinks. Guess what's the pH for soft drinks, e.g. Coke PH3.4

This acidity is strong enough to dissolve teeth and bones! Our human body stops building bones at the age of about 30.Softdrinks do not have any nutrition value(in terms of vitamins & minerals)It is high in sugar content, carbonic acid, chemicals i.e. colorings etc. Some like to take cold soft drinks after each meal. Guess what's the impact? Our body needs an optimum temperature of 37 degrees Celsius for digestive enzyme functioning. The temp. of cold soft drinks is very much below 37 degrees or even close to 0degC. This will dilute the enzymes & stress the digestive system. The food taken will not be digested. In fact it will be fermented! The fermented food produces gases, decays and becomes toxin, gets absorbed by the intestine, circulates in the blood stream and is carried to the whole body.

Hence toxin is cumulated in other parts of the body, developing into various diseases. Think before you drink coke/pepsi (or any soft drink)again. Have you ever thought what you drink when you drink an aerated drink? You gulp down carbon dioxide, when nobody in the world would advise you to drink CO2.2 months back, there was a competition at Delhi Univ. "Who could drink the most Coke? "The winner drank 8 bottles and fainted on the spot-too much CO2 in the blood. Thereafter, the principal banned all soft drinks from the college canteen! While this might have been an extreme measure, their results do provide some food for thought. Did you know that soft drinks use chemicals in them that cause immense harm to you. Can you believe it? Someone put a broken tooth in a bottle of Pepsi and in 10 days it DISSOLVED!

Teeth and bones are the only human parts that stay intact for years after death. Imagine what the drink must be doing to your soft intestines and stomach lining! Request to all: Forward this message to your friends to increase the awareness of the great "Assumed soft drinks". In India , people hesitate to pay Rs.7-8/- for a tender coconut but prefer to pay Rs. 10/- and drink these dreadful products.

What a Game!

2006-11-10T15:55:00.000+08:00

Need For Speed Carbon Rocks

Have You Tried This One??? Well as for me this one is really cool, EA has continued to produce some solid street racers under the Need for Speed banner. Last year's Need for Speed Most Wanted, which featured hilariously over-the-top live-action cutscenes and seriously tense police pursuits, proved to be a high watermark for the franchise. Now it's being followed up by Need for Speed Carbon, which downplays the role of the police chases, introduces some simple team-racing mechanics, and occasionally takes the action off the city streets and into the outlying canyons. The new gameplay doesn't always improve the experience, but the racing can still be quite intense and still has a pronounced sense of style.

Carbon continues the story where Most Wanted left off. For those just tuning in, Most Wanted ended with you recovering your stolen car and bailing out of the city of Rockport while the overzealous, anti-street-racing Sgt. Cross continued his pursuit. At the start of Carbon, you're making your way to Palmont City when Cross, now a bounty hunter, catches up with you and totals your car during the chase. Before he can collect his bounty on you, though, your old friend Darius steps in and pays off Cross. You are then put to work, taking over the turf of the other rival street-racing crews in Palmont City. It seems that you've got a history in this town that predates the events in Most Wanted. And during the course of the game, you'll learn more about that fateful night you skipped town. Different characters will give their takes on the night you supposedly ran off with a big red duffle bag full of cash. And by the end of the game, you'll not only find out what really happened, but you'll have taken over all of the street-racing territory in Palmont City.

I like the graphics, the realism is not that much, the story or career mode is ok, soundtrack... no good, game loading is fast, it brings out the street racer in me... "ERROR ALWAYS OCCUR... PROGRAM ALWAYS CRASH... coz THIS ONE HAVE SO MANY BUGS"

But all in all i like this one than NFS Underground! You should try this one.

Is it God’s Will that We Join or Become a Member of the True Church of God in the Bible?

2006-11-08T17:03:00.000+08:00

Is it God’s Will that We Join or Become a Member of the True Church of God in the Bible?

Nowadays, we often hear preachers say that the church and religion are no longer important because, what matters, according to them, is relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ. And via this relationship with Christ, man would become worthy in the sight of God. They also claim that the church could not save a man.

If you are a keen student of the Bible, you would readily discern that such are claims and beliefs of impertinent people, those who have a very obscure understanding of the Bible. Of course, the church per se could not really save a man. But why is the church necessary? In the first place, is it needed or not?

If we will only exercise logic and common sense, we will not be misled. By using our common sense, let us see for ourselves if the church is needed. Common sense tells me that if it is not important, then, our Lord Jesus should not have established it! If the church is not needed, it would appear that our Lord Jesus Christ does not exercise common sense. Why build a church when it is not needed after all? It is just like installing a post, or a pillar that did not reach up to the roof. Of what use is that pillar if that is the case? If it is unnecessary you better discard it, otherwise, your head might just bump into it. If you insist in having it there, that is a proof of your lack of common sense.

But let us find out from the Bible if a man has any need for the church. And if the church is needed, should we make ourselves a part of that church? What do the Born Again pastors mean when they said that the church could not save a man? Actually, that is how they entice people from joining their “fellowship,” or “crusade,” or “ministry”. If we are going to ask the Bible about the importance of the church, which was established by Christ during the first century AD, the Bible will answer us truthfully. Do we have to join the church, or do we just have to ignore it? Is there a truth to the common belief that so long as a man prays fervently and he is not doing anything wrong to his fellowmen, regardless of your religious affiliation, he would still be saved? Is it in accordance to the will of God? This is what Deuteronomy 12:5 says--

“But unto the place which the LORD your God shall choose out of all your tribes to put his name there, even unto his habitation shall ye seek, thither thou shalt come.”

Where are we supposed to go, according to the Lord God? The Bible says that--

“unto the place which the Lord your God shall choose…”

Who shall choose the place? God, of course! Did He give any specific directive? Did God give His consent that we can go anywhere? No! There is no sense if you will just go anywhere. It would appear that you are the god because, despite His directive, you still go where you want to go.

If your son tells you that he will go wherever he wants to because he is already 10 years old, will you give him your consent? Actually, even if your son or daughter is already in his/her age of reason, you still would not let your children go wherever they want to because you love them. But greater is the love of God to all of us that is why He would not permit us to be just anywhere. Being a God of justice, He will not allow you to go anywhere you want. What the Bible says is clear--

“unto the place which the LORD your God shall choose out of all your tribes to put his name there, even unto his habitation shall ye seek, thither thou shalt come.”

Let me give you an example. For a time, Adam and Eve served God. They were not bad in the beginning. And while they were in service to God, they were kept safe in a place chosen by god, and that was the Garden of Eden. Gen. 2:8, 15 says--

“And the LORD God planted a garden eastward of Eden ... And the LORD God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden ...”

Did you see where God intended man to live? Spiritually, physically, and biologically speaking, God wanted man to live where plants grow abundantly. For the man of God to be healthy, Adam was put in a place chosen by God. He did not place him in an environment that would be hostile to him like the Sahara desert. And neither did He place him in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Adam was meant to be taken care of by God in the Garden of Eden. There was a specific place that God assigned for Adam – the garden. And there, he could freely eat the fruits of the plants except the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil.

In other words, during the duration of Adam’s service to the Lord, he stayed in the place where God wanted him to be. But when Adam and Eve transgressed, they were sent out of the Garden of Eden.Genesis 3:23 says--

“Therefore the LORD God sent him forth from the garden of Eden ...”

This means that the Garden of Eden is a place of obedience. If you disobey, you will be thrown out. And it is after God has thrown you out that you can go wherever you want to. You can now be a vagabond like Cain. You can now go wherever you please because you refuse to be taken care of by God. You see, God has an administration over man, and Adam and Eve used to be under God’s direct administration when they were still in the Garden of Eden. But after their transgression, they were sent away. It is very important that we realize this. This truth could also be reflected in the “Pasyon” of the Catholics:

“Sapagka’t pastor kang tunay
Nitong mundong kabilugan
Ang obehang sino pa man
Kung di masok sa bakuran
Hindi mo masasakupan.

(Because you’re the real pastor)
(Of this world)
(And whosoever refuses)
(To enter your domain)
(Will be outside your administration)

Therefore, there is a specified place of dominion. So, who was the god who taught you that you can be wherever you want to be? Definitely, he is not the God of the Bible. He is just the god invented by greedy pastors who crave for your money. They are bringing people anywhere. See if they are not really craving for your money. One pastor said, “Yes, you can go to any other church. You can listen to their sermons, you can pray with them, and worship with them. But your tithes must be given to your mother church!” Do these pastors look after the welfare of their flock? They let their flock “graze” anywhere, but they make sure that their money goes to them. It’s pretty obvious that they are only after the money. But, were the true ministers of God interested only in his members’ money? II Corinthians 12:14says--

“Behold the third time I am ready to come to you; and I will not be burdensome to you: for I seek not yours, but you:”

For a true minister of Christ, “what you own” is not important. What matters to him is “you”. But that is not true with the pastors today. They are only after what you have – your tithes, your offerings. And that is against what the Bible teaches because the Bible said, you cannot serve God just anywhere. This is what Christ said in John 12:26--

“If any man serve, let him follow me; and where I am, there shall also my servants be ...”

Christ doesn’t want you to serve Him anywhere. You have to be where He is. So, let us ask our Lord Jesus where He is. Where shall we serve Him? Where shall we worship Him? Hebrew 3:6 says--

“But Christ as a son over his own house ...”

Therefore, Christ is the head in the house of God. What is our basis? Hebrew 10:21 says

“And having a high priest over the house of God:”

Where is Christ? He is in the house of God, in fact, He is heading the house of God. In other words, if you are going to seek for God, you can find Him in the house of God. The question now is: Which is the house of God?I Timothy 3:15 says--

“But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the house of God, which is the church of the living God ...”

Therefore, the house of God is the Church of God, the pillar and ground of the truth. The church is the house of God. So, if you want to be governed by Christ, you are not supposed to go just anywhere because there is a specific place where Christ reigns, and that is in the house of God, or the Church of God. It is there where Christ rules. And this church of God in the Bible is what we are preaching. We are not claiming that we are that church because it was already in existence even before we were born. What we did is, we joined that Church. We made ourselves members of that Church. And we are preaching to all that, whosoever wants to serve Christ should go there because that is where Christ is. He is the high priest there. It is in the house of God, which is the Church of God, where we are supposed to have fellowship.

The question now is: Is it man’s obligation to join, or be a part of the Church being mentioned in the Bible? Let me reiterate that what I am preaching of is the Church in the Bible. People have come up with different names for the Church in the Bible, but whatever name they have conceptualized, there is but one church being spoken by the Bible. The question is: Is it God’s will that we join that Church? Is there a need for a church? Other preachers say, “Just accept Jesus.” How can you accept Jesus Christ if you are rejecting the church?

Remember Christ is the head of the church. How can you accept Jesus Christ if you are setting the church aside? Will that be possible? It is just like asking for a warm ice cream. How can you accept Christ and reject the church when Christ is the head of the church? You are beheading the church that way. You take the head and leave the body. Don’t forget, the body is the church. So, it’s pretty awkward if you will just accept the head, or Christ, and discard the body, which is the church. That is wrong!

Let us ask the Bible: Is man duty-bound to join the church that is being mentioned in the Bible – the Church of God? Can a man be saved if he is just anywhere, or, does he have to incorporate himself in the Church if he wants to be saved? Ephesians 3:6 says--

“That the Gentiles should be fellow heirs . . .” Gentiles are fellow heirs. Gentiles are those that are outside Israel. Therefore, we are classified as Gentiles. And the Bible says--

“That the Gentiles should be fellow heirs, and of the same body . . .”

So, for the Gentiles to become heirs, they need to make themselves part of the “body”.“. . . and partakers of his promise in Christ . . .” The Gentiles may become partakers of the promise in Christ Jesus if they become parts of the “body”. Now, what is the “body”? Colossians 1:18 says--

“And he is the head of the body, the church;;”

Which is the “body”? Its head is Christ and the entire body refers to the Church. And the Gentiles need to be of the same body. They cannot reject the church. They cannot say that they would serve God on their own, in their respective houses. That cannot be!

Christ said, Love your fellowmen; love your brethren. If you are all by yourself in your house, whom will you love? Is it yourself also? Christ said, give donations. To whom will you give your donation? Is it yourself also? Will you take money from your left pocket and give it to your right pocket? That is impertinent. You cannot be saved on your own. Submit yourself to the word of God. He said, for the Gentiles to become fellow heirs, they should make themselves members of the “body”, which is the Church being headed by Christ. Combine the “head” and the “body”, the result is the Church. You need to be a part of the body for you to be ruled by Christ, for you to be under the dominion of Christ. What will become of those who are not under Christ’s leadership? Isaiah 63:19 says--

“We are thine: thou never barest rule over them . . .”

Are there people who are not being ruled by Christ? What happens to these people? In Isaiah 58:11, it says--

“We roar all like bears, and mourn sore like doves: we look for judgment, but there is none; for salvation, but it is far off from us:”

Salvation is far off from people who are not being ruled by Christ. If you want to be saved, you need to be ruled by Christ first. And for you to be ruled by Christ, you have to make yourself a part of the “body” being headed by Christ, which is the Church being mentioned in the Bible.

Now, what are you supposed to do to become a member of the “body”? How are we supposed to join the church? Do we really have to join the church after all? Romans 12:9 says--

“Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.”

Are we commanded to “cleave” to that which is good? Yes! In the way that we are commanded to abhor evil. In other words, we really need to integrate ourselves and cleave to what is good. But there are people who prefer joining elite and prestigious organizations because most of the people that they will mingle with in those groups are the rich and the professionals. Normally, the rich join the group of the rich also. In the first place, the worth of an organization does not depend on the number of rich members it has. But do you know that their ending is very pitiable? Luke 6:24-25,20 says--

“But woe unto you that are rich for ye have received your consolation. Woe unto you that are full for ye shall hunger. Woe unto you that laugh now! for ye shall mourn and weep. Blessed be ye poor: for yours is the kingdom of God.”

Therefore, greater is the number of poor people who would become worthy of the kingdom of God. That is why, in a way, I am delighted that most of the members of our group are poor. It is a proof that the word of God in the Bible cannot be broken. The majority of our members are poor. They are without cars so they just walk; they eat on plates made of plastic. But despite that, I am very proud to tell everybody that our faith is real. We do not cheat each other, and that, we can prove to all.

God said, abhor the bad, and cleave to that which is good. And the only way by which we can be under the leadership of our Lord Jesus Christ is by making ourselves members of the "body,” or the Church. This why there is no truth to the belief of others that you can still be saved regardless of your religious affiliation. The Bible said, we need to affiliate ourselves with the church which is being mentioned in the Bible. This is what I John 1:3 says--

“That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us.”

With whom shall we have fellowship? With the Apostles? They are all gone; they are all dead. Stephen was stoned to death, while John the Baptist was beheaded. So, with whom shall we have fellowship? I John 1:4 says--

“And these things write we unto you, that your joy may be full.”

With whom shall we have fellowship? We can have fellowship with the Apostles thru their writings – thru the doctrines. Man will die but the word of God will remain. Christ said, “Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my word shall not pass away.” (Matthew 24:35).

And it is in the Word that shall not pass away that we should cleave at. That is what you are supposed to accept. It doesn’t matter if St. Paul and St. John are gone because the doctrines of Christ, which they taught, shall live forever. These doctrines and teachings are what you should accept. In Philippians 2:12, it says--

“Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence.” Paul was telling his brethren to always obey, not just in his presence but most especially in his absence. This only proves that, indeed, a preacher may pass away, but the doctrines and the teachings shall not pass away. So, what are you supposed to do now? Let us continue the verse: “. . . work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.”

Work to the fullest; work incessantly. What work are you supposed to do? Do all the teachings and doctrines taught to you – fully and completely. That is why, despite the physical absence of Christ and the Apostles, the doctrines have remained intact. They had been written. Everything that the Apostles saw and heard had been written down “for your joy may be full”. Therefore, it is the teachings that you should accept and have fellowship with.

Isn’t it that one of the admonitions of the Apostles is not to aggrieve the poor? They do not want the Christians to aggrieve the poor. Are there still poor in our society today? Yes! That means that such a doctrine should still be observed despite the fact that the Apostles who taught it are already dead. That particular doctrine continues to be a doctrine that a servant of God should follow. It remains.

The church began in Jerusalem. In the course of time, it reached Judea. Later, it also reached Thessalonia. Because the Thessalonians wanted to be saved, what did they do after hearing the word of God? I Thessalonians 2:13-14 says--

“For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because when he received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of man, but as it is in truth the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe. For ye, brethren, became followers of the churches of God which in Judea are in Christ Jesus:”

The Thessalonians accepted the word of God. And after accepting it, they became one with the brethren in the church of God in Judea in Christ Jesus. Therefore, if we will also accept the word of God which the Apostles preached, we will also be the same with the Church of God in Judea in Christ Jesus, in the same manner that the Thessalonians became like the Church of God in Judea. The same will happen to other people in other places who would accept the word of God. They will be one in their obedience to the doctrines. If the brethren in the Church then did not engage in thieving, those who would accept the word of God today will do the same. They will not also engage themselves in thieving.

Have you come across an apostle who is asking money from everybody? They call it an offering. Have you read any verse in the Bible that permits a preacher to collect money, or offering, from just anybody? Proverbs 15:8 says--

“The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD ...”

The offering of an unrighteous person is an abomination in the sight of the Lord. But the disciples of today’s false prophet accept money even from prostitutes. And they have fooled a lot of people by saying that the money, which they solicit, is for the Lord. How impoverished their god must be, that he would accept money from just anybody! Where in the Bible can you read that you can collect and accept money from all people? You cannot read any verse that tells that the Apostles collected money from passers-by.

Let us take our case for instance. If you are a person of at least a little self-esteem, you will not borrow rice from all of your neighbors. Of course, you will just borrow from people whom you think are kind-hearted and trustworthy. But definitely, you would not borrow from all of them. Otherwise, of course, you have no “delicadeza”. We need to accept what the Apostles heard, which they declared to us thru the Bible. And once we accept it, St. Paul said in I Thessalonians 2:13-14--

“For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe. For ye, brethren, became followers of the Churches of God which in Judea are in Christ Jesus:”

So, if you want to experience what happened to the Thessalonians, there is a “pattern” that we need to follow for us to be molded as one. We could be molded like one person, with a way of life similar to that of the first Christians. This “pattern” refers to the word of God in the Bible – the teachings of the Gospel. That is why, if the youths then did not become drug addicts, if they behaved with meekness and modesty, if they feared God, and if they loved their fellowmen, that would be the very same attitudes that those who would accept the word of God would develop. Why? Because they will be molded using the same “pattern.”

It’s just like producing pairs of pants in big volumes. Whether a thousand pairs will be sewn, there wouldn’t be any discrepancy in their lengths and widths so long as the pattern was followed faithfully. What do I mean to say? Where ever the word of God reaches, so long as the people who would receive and believe it, they will be molded in the same pattern just like the first Christians, like the first Disciples of Christ who preached the Gospel. They bore hardships and difficulties, they made sacrifices, they did not enrich themselves, nor did they build palaces for themselves. They all died poor. Unlike the present day preachers who, after preaching for three years, have already built a palace for themselves. Why? . . . because they did not follow the pattern. If only they will follow the pattern faithfully, they will not enrich themselves. An honest-to-goodness preacher will never be rich! Look at me … I began preaching since I was 17. But have I grown any richer? No! That is because I know in my heart that if you will truly preach the Gospel, you will never grow rich. How will you become rich when you do not collect all sorts of contributions like, contributions during the Thursday gathering, during the “Santa Cena”, during baptism, etc? There are no such things in the Bible. What Christ said was, “freely you received, freely give.”.” If a preacher will abide by Christ’s admonition, will he become rich? No! Instead, they will even incur lots of debts. But why is it that there are preachers who keep on getting very rich? They collect payment for baptism, confirmation, wedding, chords, candles, masses, etc. Actually, they also make money out of the dead. Even if you are already dead and your grandson wants to offer mass for your soul in purgatory, your grandson will still have to pay for it. Religion has become a very lucrative business for some pastors. Where do you think these pastors will lead you? . . . To hell! You will never be saved with such kind of teachings. They are not biblical. They are all profit-oriented.

If you want to be saved, be a part of the church that is being mentioned in the Bible. And this is what we are preaching to all. We do not have to build another church. That is why it is a must that we make ourselves members of that Church. You can never serve God just anywhere. Do not be misled. The teachings of God that could save man are in the Church being mentioned in the Bible. That is why it is necessary that we accept these teachings for us to lead a righteous life. There are laws that man must follow, and these laws are all beneficial to man.

We are not encouraging you to join us. Instead, we are inviting you to join the Church that the Bible mentions. There is a Church wherein we must integrate ourselves. How can we do it? Accept the teachings that were preached by the Apostles. Lead a life which the Apostles led. If they endured all kinds of persecution, if they denied themselves of worldly pleasures, if they did not engage themselves in drinking intoxicating drinks, if they did not womanize, if they did not gamble, you will do as they did. You will abide by everything that the Bible teaches. That is where we shall have fellowship with one another – in an organization built by God, not by man. Make yourselves a part of the Church being spoken in the Bible.