Hello, this is Philip Mantofa

PRAISE THE LORD IN PUBLICRighteous people are redeemed by the LORD. We have to learn to praise the LORD in public places, to express it even though we have an ordinary voice. We have to praise the LORD frequently, and do not give up church gatherings. It’s true we can worship the LORD individually, yet it can’t replace the benefit of praising and worshiping together with our fellow believers. PRAISE THE LORD IN PRIVATEWhen we praise the LORD, our problems seem smaller and lighter, because we exalt the LORD. What we repeatedly echo with our mouth will echo in our soul.

Circumstance is just a canvas. What’s painted on it depends on our heart’s attitude and our life’s principles. Don't be afraid of change. If God allows change, it is for good. The world is always changing, but the righteous people will not waver. Whatever we face, we can adapt and find God’s purpose and plan. In every change, there is a blessing prepared by God for believers who can grasp the guidance of the Word. The best way to find blessings in change starts from an intimacy with God. Following God must be with a calm heart and a calm soul,

God longs and is very willing to bless us. He wants us to receive the blessings from Him, because He is our Father. Do not take pride in our abilities and connections, but rely on God instead.  The first phrase in Genesis 1:28 says, “God blessed them.” Notice the first word was “God”. God is the Source and the Subject, while we become the objects. The dimension of blessings is created by the Giver of the blessings, not the blessing itself. Our relationship with God is the greatest means to be successful in life, in spite of our connections, degrees, or

The Holy Spirit’s role is to help us in our weakness. The Holy Spirit is gifted to us because we are empty and weak. The work of the Holy Spirit has given us the strength to live up to today. When we are weak and wrestling with sin, we need the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is gifted to us because God so loved us. Whatever we have done or have not achieved, it does not lessen or increase God’s love for us. His love is sufficient for us.  The Holy Spirit is gifted to us in our weakness for three purposes:  1.