Hello, this is Philip Mantofa

VERSE 1 : A song of ascents. When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dreamed.  Let us begin with the background. This psalm was authored by the Prophet Ezra. The Israelites were exiled to Babylon for seventy years. Ezra then led them back to Jerusalem. After seventy years, they had ditched all hopes of returning to their homeland. Thus, as God restored their circumstances and called them back to Jerusalem, it all felt like a dream. God suddenly answered with the impossible.  Such restoration was too good to be true for the Israelites; likewise, in our

This pericope of “Job’s repentance and restoration” tells us how Job came out of his life crisis and became more than a conqueror. There is always a blessing after a crisis. Hence, our heart should continuously seek God; and our eyes be fixed towards the future. Trust that there is a wonderful plan waiting for us after going through the crisis. If you choose to trust the Lord, be firm, do not hesitate and stop having negative thinking. Despite bad situation that happens around us, don’t let our hearts be discouraged.1. Knowing GodJob 42:1-2 – Then Job replied to the

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit, For Theirs Is The kingdom Of HeavenIn every season of life, God has the intention to make us disciples. In order to achieve that, following God should be consistent, whether in joy or sorrow. Even when we are in the valley of darkness we have to keep following God. If we are in God, when we are poor, we have to be happy. Our happiness should come from the understanding that our name is written in the book of life. Therefore, being happy or sad is regardless of our finance.   The economy is in a

Meaning of ascension of Jesus Christ for the believers: Do not let your hearts be troubled. The ascension of Jesus reminds us not to worry. He sees everything from a higher standpoint than us, He knows everything about our lives. He was once a human – He can feel, and He has experienced everything we went through. And most importantly, He has control of our lives. Trusting God will become our main reason for us not to worry.Trust the One which is the Source of life/the Creator of life.  Trust the Intercessor, like how we trust the Creator. Trust towards Jesus Christ, the defender