Nalds' Divine Appointment

Martes, Setyembre 15, 2015

Walking Where He Walked- Day 2 (Part 1)

What a beautiful view on top of Herodium! You will have an obstructed 360 degree view: east toward Moab in Tranjordan, from where Naomi and Ruth came to Bethlehem; south toward Tekoa where the prophet Amos was a shephered; west toward Bethlehem; and north toward Jerusalem.

Below this fortress is the subtle transition from the desert to the cultivated area where shepherds lead their flocks from place to place, depending on the time of the year.

It was in the shadow of this fortress that the Prince of Peace was born.

In 40 BC, Herod barely escaped from Palestine. The combined forces of Jews and Parthians had closed in on him as they supported a Jewish Hasmonean contender for the throne, Mayathias Antigonus. However, Herod managed to defeat this coalition and escape to Rome. Once the Roman Senate conferred the kingship of Palestine on Herod, he returned and made plans to build a palace and a fortress on the site od his great victory.

The building of this very unusual fortress, began in 24 BC, was completed in 15 BC. Herod was buried here and his grave was found in 2007.

Walking Where He Walked- Day 1

The This is it! Our First Day of Israel Study Tour. This Tour is all about Disciple Making from the Life of Jesus.

Today, we walked through The Walls of Jerusalem. Then we went to the Museum to see the "Model" of Jerusalem - the Old City.

After lunch, we went to the Mount Olive to see the view of Jerusalem at present. And these are some photos I took. You can compare these with the "model" of Old Jerusalem.

Seeing this picture brings fresh memories of what I read in the bible. It was here in Jerusalem that Abraham paid tithes to Melchizaseck in Salem. It was here that Abraham offered his son isaac on Mount Moriah. It was here that Joshua defeated Adonai Zadak when he conquered the land. It was here that David ruled for 30 years. It was here that Solomon built the first temple (1 King 6). It was here that Jesus was dedicated at the temple at 40 days old. It was here that Jesus came at age 12 to the temple, where I believe He started to understand that He was the Messiah.

It was here that Jesus did many miracles. It was here that Jesus died, was buried, was resurrected, and ascended to return to His eternal home in heaven. It was here in this city where the holy Spirit was poured out.

It was here where Peter preached and thousands trusted in Christ and the Church was born. It was here where Paul persecuted early Christians. It was here where Stephen was martyred and the church was scattered.

We are told that one day, just as the Lord ascended into heaven from this very Mount of Olives, He will return to this Earth. From here, Jerusalem will become the throne of the Lord. Jerusalem will be inhabited forever. 1 Kings 14- the city that god has chosen. Daniel 8:16- this is God's holy city, his holy hill. Ezekiel tells us that it will be the center of all nations. Joel tells us that it will be holy, and never again will

foreigners invade it.

Sabado, Setyembre 12, 2015

Walking Where He Walked

I have this mixed feeling! I miss my family back in the Philippines. How I wish they're with me.

On the other hand, I am excited to walk where Jesus walked and talked to see His kingdom come here on Earth, starting from His own Jerusalem. And yes, I can't believe it. I am now in Jerusalem. Tomorrow is the start of our 12-day journey of having a fresh encounter with the places where He spent His life with disciples and people who turned to Him & otherwise.

Tomorrow, I am expectant of the many lessons I will surely learn from Him through this long & yet refreshing WALK where He too WALKED.

For now, here are some pictures I have taken after checking in at the hotel & taking our brunch...

Lunes, Pebrero 23, 2015

Leading Better Twogether

What does it take for us to lead twogether in the ministry?

How do we dance with the rythm of fulfilling the roles as lovers to one another, parents, leaders and more?

We will share with you our hearts' journey in the next few days.

Huwebes, Disyembre 4, 2014

#Real Connections

I'm thankful to God for the privilege of being part of the global organization called Campus Crusade for Christ. I came to know the Lord Jesus Christ last October 2, 1996 when the two student leaders from CCC in our campus approached me and shared the gospel through the Four Spiritual Laws Booklet or 4SL. That was the start of my journey of following Jesus and obeying His call in helping fulfill the Great Commission stated in Matthew 28:18-20. This isthe reason why CCC was founded by Bill & Vonette Bright. This is our movement's calling started by this couple in UCLA.

Stating that point, this movement of God has spread to about 200 countries right now with about 25,000 full-time staff.

Seems yesterday when I got connected with this movement of Christ-centered multiplying disciples committed to know Christ and make Him known with others. This year, we are celebratibg 50 years of CCC's existence in the Philippines. We are now present in about 254 campuses nationwide, present in the 7 sectors of our society, with special ministries beyond campus such us Athletes in Action, Christian Embassy, Family Life, Doctors in Touch, Artists in Touch, a seminary called International School of Leadership and many more.

This year 2015 is a long year-round celebration. Let 's celebrate God who has called us to help fulfill the Great Commision. The One who called CCC to take part in the Great Commission by winning people for Christ, building them up in faith and sending them to do the same- win, build & send.