Tanglaw (audio devotional) from CBN Asia

Isang kaibigan ang nagtanong, “Bakit may mga taong parang masyadong blessed at pinapaboran ni Lord? Hindi sila mayaman pero kapag nagkuwento sila lagi nilang  sinasabi na si Lord talaga ang nagbigay nito. Talaga ba? By faith lahat? Samantalang ikaw ang todo effort makuha lang ang gusto mo.” All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Ano sa palagay mo ang utos na pinakamadalas banggitin ni Lord sa Bible?Believe it or not, it’s not about going to church or about money. The most common command of God is this: “Fear not.” Very interesting, isn’t it?All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Ikaw, do you also want to be called a hero — for the nation or for standing firm in your faith?All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

And when we obey Him, He directs our steps because He delights in us. At sakaling madapa tayo, hindi Niya hahayaang tuluyan tayong matumba dahil hawak Niya ang ating kamay.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Merong matandang sabi-sabi na kapag inilagay mo ang palaka sa maligamgam na tubig and slowly turn up the heat, it won't notice the rising temperature until it's too late to jump out of the boiling water.  All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Narinig mo na ba ang popular term na ginagamit ngayon na “manifesting”?All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

A Christian named Mary loves to pray for other people. Ikaw din ba? Do you know people like Mary?All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Naranasan mo na bang ma-trigger ang emotions dahil sa random stuff on an ordinary day? You’re going about your day, when suddenly the lyrics of a song you haven’t heard in years — or a certain scent — triggers a painful memory. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Waiting. Patience. Will it work? Ilan lamang iyan sa mga salita na ating nae-encounter in our daily lives. In seasons of waiting.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Kindness will always go a long way. Ang isang simpleng kabutihan ay maaaring  makapagpagaan sa puso. Ang simpleng pagmalalasakit sa kapwa ay tunay na kinalulugod ng Panginoon. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

You may be feeling like the unworn gloves. Walang buhay. Walang purpose. The good news is that Jesus is knocking on your heart right now. Will you receive Him in your heart today?All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Moses says no. In fact, in Numbers 32, he warned the tribes of Reuben and Gad that if they failed to keep their word and fulfill their pledge to help the other tribes, it would be a sin against the Lord. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Have you ever been in a situation where everything felt hopeless? Parang lahat ng pinto ay sarado, lahat ng options ubos na, at wala kang magawa kundi umupo sa dilim? It’s in moments like these na madaling mawalan ng pag-asa at mag-give up.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

True to His promise, when we give something to God, He gives back beyond measure. (Luke 6:38). Kaya anuman ang pinagdadaanan mo ngayon, subukan mo si Lord. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Ang sabi ni Jesus sa Matthew 10:8 (NIV), “Freely you have received; freely give.” The forgiveness, salvation, and grace we enjoy from God are gifts we did not earn, and we are called to share them.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Yes, motherhood is messy. Pero hindi kailangang manatiling magulo ang puso natin. Kahit sa gitna ng kalat at ingay, puwede tayong maging masaya. FAll Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Masasabi mo bang Jesus is your best friend? If yes, how can you keep your friendship healthy and full of love? If no, may this short reflection encourage you to start a loving friendship with Him today.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Paano pa tayo magkakaroon ng lakas ng loob na manumbat sa maliliit na utang ng ating kapwa, kung ang sarili nating walang-hanggang utang ay pinatawad na? Let us live with gratefulness to God and extend forgiveness to others.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Christianity is a singing religion. Napaka-massive kasi ng repertoire natin ng hymns, and we have so much reason to sing. Narito ang ilan sa mga dahilan kung bakit pala-awit tayong mga mananampalataya: All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Even before we were even born, God, through His Son Jesus Christ, made a way for us to be rescued from slavery to sin. Not only that, dahil advance mag-isip si God, He has prepared for us one good work after another to benefit ourselves and others.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Hindi ba parang overkill kung marami namang ibang paraan?All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Maraming nag-iisip na pera ang solusyon sa lahat. Totoong malaki ang maitutulong nito sa kaginhawaan ng buhay. Pero alam din nating money doesn’t buy happiness, only temporary satisfaction. And the more we crave it, lalo tayong nagiging alipin nito at natutulak sa kasamaan.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Most of us, in one way or the other, are guilty of procrastination and giving in to distractions. We all need to be reminded to manage our time in a way that glorifies God and brings us closer to our goals.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

But here’s the thing: what we do with that anger matters. Will we speak with grace or with poison? Will we let it simmer or surrender it to God? Kung paano tayo aaksyon sa galit na ‘yun ang maaaring maging dahilan ng ating pagkakasala. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Have you ever looked at someone and said, “Buti pa siya, sikat. Buti pa siya, blessed. Buti pa siya, lumaki sa mayamang pamilya”?All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

May kailangan ka rin bang tawirin today? Maybe it is time to get out of that comfort zone. Take courage and believe that God will be there on the other side.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

While outgrowing means leaving something behind and moving forward to something else, sometimes, it comes with discomfort and pain o ‘yung tinatawag na sepanx or separation anxiety. But just like a baby who breaks free from the constraints of a tight space, such as a playpen, we need to accept that there are times when we have to throw off the shackles in order to get closer to our goals.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

How do we look at work? Ito ay source ng ating livelihood. Mula sa suweldo natin nakakapagbayad tayo ng bills para sa ating basic needs — food, shelter, and clothing. Work is also an avenue to express our talents and giftings. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Kaya kung nararamdaman mong maliit ang papel mo sa kaharian ng Diyos, tandaan mo na walang maliit sa mata ni Lord. Your ministry in obscurity is valuable and rewarding. And every time you choose to show up, you’re building something eternal.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

May mga panalangin na mabilis sagutin ni Lord. Kakahingi mo lang nandiyan na kaagad, at meron din na kailangang hintayin nang matagal bago makuha. Mabilis man o hindi ang pagsagot ni Lord, sure tayo that He has an answer. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

“Magastos magkasakit sa Pilipinas!” malungkot na sabi ni Megan after paying the huge hospital bill. Na-confine kasi ang tatay niya for almost a month at naging financial burden ito sa kanilang pamilya. Aside from the professional fees ng mga doktor at tests ay napakamahal din ng mga gamot. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

In this series, ang “heavenly” life nila ay walang pinagkaiba sa buhay sa mundo. May jealousy. Tinatagong sikreto. 'Di pagkakaunawaan. Tampuhan. Grief. Even self-blame for wanting to walk away.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Memories are important, lalo na ang significant events and milestones sa ating buhay. These memories remind us who we were and who we are right now. But you know what, not all memories are good. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

the realization of the dream happened after 37 years. Will you trust God to direct you toward the realization of His dream for you no matter how long it takes?All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

At higit sa lahat, ask God for grace every day. Parenting is not about being perfect butit’s about being present, patient, and prayerful.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Grace understands her daughter’s excitement as a young adult. Despite her desire to protect her, she learns to trust the Lord’s protection over Kaye. Instead of arguing and insisting on what she wants, Grace willingly let go and responded in love. In this case, Grace followed the Apostle Paul’s reminder to pursue love, unity, and peace.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Higit pa riyan ang nararamdaman ni Jesus when those who were once lost but believe in Jesus as Redeemer, return to Him, their rightful owner (Isaiah 44:22). He and the angels rejoice in heaven (Luke 15:10).All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Do you know any blind people? Naiisip mo ba how hard it is for them to navigate through life? Daily tasks like showering, eating, and even walking take more effort for them to do. Most probably, because of their disability, they depend on others and always ask for help.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

We sometimes feel frustration toward people we love. Adult children get snappy when they think their parents continue to treat them like kids, giving opinions on how to live their lives, or how to run their households. Or minors desire to live independently because they are not allowed to be free to do what they want.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

At kung binigyan tayo ni Lord ng anak, tandaan natin na hindi lang siya “answer to prayer,” kundi covenant gift. Isang paalala na may plano ang Diyos sa pamilya natin, at ginagamit Niya tayo para ipasa ang faith at values sa susunod na generation.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Naranasan mo na bang may gulong puwede mong maiwasan, pero alam mong makakatulong kang ayusin ito? Hindi ito madali dahil minsan ay mas simple na magbingi-bingihan o sabayan ang galit ng iba. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

So if you are going through a difficult situation right now, take heart and be excited! Because God could very well be shaping you for a better future.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

You are deeply known and unconditionally loved by the One who created you. Kahit i-reject ka ng mga tao sa paligid mo, God’s love for you will never change.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

We are accountable to God for our daily conversations, whether in person or online. Sikapin nating maging mas maayos ang ating sagot, kahit sa mga pagkakataong hindi tayo sang-ayon sa sentiment ng iba.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Kapag ang buhay natin ay naka-angkla sa Salita ng Diyos, tayo ay lalago spiritually at magkakaroon ng mas makabuluhang buhay. All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Ang bawat pagkumusta, pakikinig, at pag-abot ng tulong at maging ng panalangin ay makakatulong sa marami. And we are not called to do it alone. We can have friends do it with us. Iyan ang Bayanihan sa Bayan ni Juan, at iyan ang pagtupad sa utos ni Cristo.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Finally, another blessing kapag nagpupuri tayo ayon sa kalooban Niya is it deepens our fellowship with the Lord. Praising draws us near to Him, and James 4:8 says, as a result, He will draw near to us. Magiging close tayo kay Lord. 'Di ba pag tayo ang pinupuri, na be-bless tayo? Why not bless the Lord and reap its blessings? All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Sa panahon ng misinformation, tandaan: hindi kailangang literal ang linya para maging totoo ang claim. Ang mga ebidensya ng Biblia ay sapat para masabi nating “Oo, si Jesus ay tunay na Diyos.”All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Ginagawa mo bang genie si Lord minsan? Remember na si Lord ang mabuti sa ating buhay, hindi lamang ang tagadala ng mabuti ritoAll Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Kaya naman, huwag tayong matakot lumapit sa Panginoon at humingi sa Kanya. He loves it when we display our trust in Him by asking for big and impossible things.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show