A friend confided to me with shortness of breath on the phone, "I haven't been desperate and afraid like this ever. My world is collapsing. What will I do?" I do not have the answer to my friend but my listening and sharing comforting promises from the Bible calmed her. Fear and danger is real.… Continue reading The Message of the Cross
Category: Living by faith
Dad Models Best
Dad talked to me from the hospital he was confined thousand miles away, “Lilian, where did I go wrong in raising you and your siblings? I praise God for you and your three sisters with good education and stability but I worry about your brothers’ future. If I have shortcomings please forgive me.” “Dad you… Continue reading Dad Models Best
Am I righteous?
God offers to trade his righteousness for my sin and yours as well. What do you think?
Focus
I hope you don't settle for anything less. Focus on Christ.
Adventure of Obedience
An Indian volunteer pastor challenged us, “You Filipinos are enjoying your good life in this country (restricted to Christian missionaries). Did you realize that many of your countrymen are dying without Christ?” I prayed for a week after being convicted so deeply because of my longtime dream to serve in the ministry. As I tendered… Continue reading Adventure of Obedience
Lilian Hosfeld 