What you should know about Love

Love

LOVE NOTES FROM 1 CORINTHIANS 13:4-8

Love suffers long.

It can endure evil, injury, and provocation without being filled with resentment,

indignation, or revenge.

Love is kind.

It is bountiful; it is courteous and obliging. Rendering gracious, well disposed

service.

Love does not envy.

It is not grieved at the good of others; neither at their gifts nor at their good qualities,

or their estates.

Love does not parade itself.

It does not brag or boast nor is it arrogant.

Love is not puffed up.

It is not bloated with self-conceit or pride and does not swell upon its acquisitions.

Love does not behave rudely.

It is careful not to pass the bounds of decency. It does nothing base or vile.

Love does not seek its own.

It does not inordinately desire nor seek its own praise, honour, profit, or pleasure.

Love is not provoked.

It tempers and restrains the passions. It is not irritated or touchy.

Love thinks no evil.

It does not ponder nor meditate upon the wrongs done by others nor seek to find

fault.

Love does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth.

It takes no pleasure nor finds entertainment in evil or sin of any kind. Instead love

rejoices to see people living lives consistent with the Truth.

Love bears all things.

It shelters the good qualities of others in order to protect them and does not publish

their faults and imperfections.

Love believes all things.

It is apt to believe well of all, to entertain a good opinion of them when there is

nothing definite to the contrary.

Love hopes all things.

It is confident in its expectations toward others.

Love endures all things.

It bears up under all injury to person, property and reputation. Love never gives in.

Love never fails.

It is a permanent and perpetual attribute of God, lasting for eternity.

1 John 3:18 My little children, let us not love in word or in tongue,

but in deed and in truth.

Wisdom from Proverbs

Proverbs 26:4, 5 – Wise Answers

Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.

Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit.

Should we answer a fool or not answer a fool? :-) These 2 verses seem to contradict each other(?)

We notice in v:4, (depending on your Bible translation) the words "according" and "like." Don't answer and be "like" the fool. A foolish question does not become more wise by giving a foolish answer. You see, to answer his ridiculous question would be as if you are saying this is a worthwhile question. There are questions that does not deserve an answer.

But notice in v:5, there is not the word "like" but the word "wise." Answer the fool wisely so that he doesn't think he is wise. We must be very careful how we answer. The only reason to answer at all is to show him not to be conceited.

Taken together, these verses teach the appropriate way to answer a fool who is an unbeliever who rejects truth. He should not be answered with agreement to his own ideas and presuppositions, or he will think he is right. Rather he should be rebuked on the basis of his folly and shown the truth so he sees how foolish he is.

What may be at one time our duty to restrain, at another time, and under different circumstances, it may be no less our duty to do. Silence may sometimes be mistaken for defeat. Unanswered words may be deemed unanswerable, and the fool become arrogant, more and more wise in his own conceit (Pro 26:12; Job 11:2).

An answer therefore may be called for; yet not in folly, but to folly; “not in his foolish manner, but in the manner which his foolishness required;” not according to his folly, but according to your own wisdom.

Oh! for wisdom to govern the tongue, to discover “the time to keep silence, and the time to speak” (Ecc 3:7); most of all to suggest the “word fitly spoken” (Pro 15:23; 25:11) for effective reproof.

Credit : Proverbs by Charles Bridges

Lessons from Kuya T

Making a difference

I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do something that I can do. --- Helen Keller 

Just want to share what kind of joy you can give with a little kindness. Want to encourage everyone to do a little change in his own little corner , so the world we live in can be a better place.

 Each of us has something to give. Some have wealth, some have talents, some have time. Whatever gifts we have been given -- large or small -- we should share generously. When we do, we make the world better for someone else and find true meaning and satisfaction in our own lives

My group just did an outreach / gift giving one fine Sunday, and to see the happy smiles and the hope we give to people is just an incredible feeling of fulfillment. Hope it moves you to do share too...here are some photos

May we be moved and blessed to do good things without expecting anything in return. It is a great fulfillment in itself to be able to leave this earth better than when we found it. Let us share our blessings and our spiritual gifts!

Iloilo

I live in Iloilo City, and I want to share some facts about it and show you what to expect when you visit.

Iloilo city, is dubbed as “The heart of the Philippines” , and the Ilonggos, distinguished for the warm and romantic song-like melody of their spoken language, Hiligaynon. Smiling faces, festivals filled with laughter and songs, scenic settings. Iloilo fits the picture. There will definitely never be a dull moment in Iloilo.

The City of Iloilo is a highly urbanized city on Panay Island in the Philippines. Iloilo City is 337.6 nautical miles from Manila. The city has a total land area of 70.3 square kilometres (27.1 sq mi)

Location Map of Iloilo

 

The Province of Iloilo occupies the southern and northeastern portion of Panay Island.

Boundaries:

North    →    Province of Capiz & Jintotolo Channel

South   →    Guimaras Strait

East     →    Panay Gulf & Iloilo Strait

West    →    Province of Antique

How to get here

To get to Iloilo, one can travel from other parts of the country in style through NAIA Airport in Manila as its premier gateway. By air, it is served by 10 jet flights daily from Manila that takes about an hour. Cebu is only 35 minutes by plane and 2 hours from Davao and Cotabato. The New Iloilo Airport located in Cabatuan, Iloilo is built in a wider and panoramic place with state-of-the-art computerized facilities.

A relatively short trip, and you are magically transported to a totally different environment, an extraordinary destination of remarkable sights. Laze the days away on its dazzling beaches of dreamy blue shores, watch the world go by in friendly rural villages, try your hand at thrilling adventure travel and sport to terrific shopping. This unique combination is a clear guarantee of an unforgettable journey. 

Cost of Living

Housing
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in decent  area		Php15,000
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat		Php4,000
Internet 8MB (1 month)		Php1,100
Entertainment
Basic dinner out for two in nice restaurant	Php300 to 800
2 tickets to the movies	Php295

For shopping malls, we have SM City, Robinson’s and Gaisano City, and a few other local ones.  If you're a coffee drinker, don’t you worry ,Starbucks  and Coffee Break will take care of your cravings.

If you don’t want to skip on your exercise we also have air conditioned gyms and clean swimming pools all over the city.

There lots of nice restaurant with good sea foods along the beach or within the city and healthy sumptuous dining is not difficult to find within Iloilo City, being an area with fishing and farming being two of the major sources of livelihood. But you should also try some unhealthy mouth watering crispy lechon ( roasted pig)here !

Real estate prices in the top subdivisions are about half of what they are Manila, , it ranges from Php 2500 to 5000  per sq.m . , depending on the location.  

Basically, the rest of the food and basic necessities are close to that the prices in Manila

Safety

There’s not much foreign tourists as in Boracay, Cebu, Davao on Manila. The foreigner is more of a “curiosity than an opportunity” to quote a friend and is treated with respect.

I can say firsthand that it’s safe for foreigners to ride jeepneys or walk the streets downtown. Pick pocketers are more of an exception than the rule. There is a community of resident expats here and they hold meetings twice a month.

Generally, people are friendly and humble and  can speak English so communication is not a problem.

Public transport

Just like Manila, Iloilo City’s main main mode of transportation is public utility jeepneys and metered taxis but there are areas served by tricycles( motorized)  or “trisikads”( pedalled)  only. And unlike Manila, traffic is not that congested, but the roads are quite narrower/smaller.

Though we have a new International Airport, it is mostly limited to flights to Hongkong and Singapore only. Most International flights has to stop in Manila still.

How is Iloilo compared to Manila? Despite its being progressive and versatile, Iloilo province continues to reinvent itself, with special emphasis to the preservation of natural resources. Iloilo has protected areas that, at the same time offer good trekking activity in the region. It has heritage areas, wildlife sanctuaries. Its mesmerizing landscape of waterfalls, caves and rolling hills are typical sites outside the city. Thus it has less pollution and it's cleaner. It is smaller in area and population. 

Festivals

Dinagyang Festival (every 4th weekend of January)

The Dinagyang is a religious and cultural festival in Iloilo City, Philippines held on the fourth weekend of January, is the city's largest festival and is held to honor the Santo Niño, and to celebrate the arrival on Panay of Malay settlers and the subsequent selling of the island to them by the Atis. The highlight of this week-long revelry is the street dance competition.

Paraw Regatta (3rd week of February)

The Paraw Regatta is a race among seafarers on colorful sailboats called Paraws (claimed as the oldest traditional seacraft in Asia) in the Iloilo Strait between Guimaras Island and the city of Iloilo. The present-day Paraw managed to maintain its original design from the sailboats of the first settlers from Borneo who were in search of a peaceful home in 1212 A.D. Surviving centuries, the paraws have become a vital part of the Filipino seafaring life. The first race started in 1973 with the mission to preserve the historic value of the paraws. It is held every 3rd weekend of February at Villa Arevalo District in Iloilo City. Today, the event has grown from being a boat race to a festival with various interesting and exotic activities.

Although Isla Gigantes is in Carles, Iloilo, the main jump off point is at the port of Estancia. Estancia is about 3-4 hours away from Iloilo by bus, and the port of Estancia is only a 15-minute tricycle ride from the bus terminal. Then a boat ride to Isla Gigantes.

There are two sides, if you prefer to enjoy and relax in the calm waters, stay on this side.  Called “Tangke” by locals ,this is a salt water lagoon , The water coming from the sea through the small openings in the limestone formation under the sea.

This on the other hand is a disappearing  sandbar. You see it as a fantastic stretch of white  sand at low tide but  during high tide only a portion remains. 



One sunny morning, one can visit 5- 7 nearby islands in a small motor boat. 

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Experience and Discover Philippine Islands

Come see my beautiful country Philippines with my photos. Say goodbye to comfort zone and take an adventure in Antique. I grew up here , and this is what I call home. One of the six provinces comprising Western Visayas or Region VI and one of the four provinces in the island of Panay. Antique has rugged and varied land. Nogas Island and Mararison Island have long stretches of white sand beaches that are ideal for for quiet time and fun with friends and family. Both are undeveloped and have clear pristine waters. Batbatan Island on the other hand, appeals to scuba divers because of the well-preserved coral reefs.

Aside from these 2 white sand beaches , Antique has its majestic mountains, cascading waterfalls, soothing hot spring, rich fishing grounds, white water kayaking, tribal adventures and exotic fish spa experience.

Other points of destination in the Philippine Islands are quite known. Boracay, Bohol, Cebu, Palawan, Corregidor ,Cagayan de Oro and Dakak but let me share some of my photos as well . BOHOL

BORACAY

PALAWAN

OTHER DESTINATIONS

Hope you enjoyed your exploration as I did mine. “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one's lifetime.” ― Mark Twain, The Innocents Abroad/Roughing It Explore and discover, life is too short .