September 2003 | Volume 2 Number 9 | ARCHIVES

HEARTBEAT

By Kristine Solomon

Friday, August 22, 2003 – It was Ninoy Aquino’s death anniversary celebration but for the CTF people it's a celebration of a new beginning. Yes, a new beginning; it’s an act of faith and obedience to the Lord that helps you in the way – a water baptism.

Water baptism, where a person is baptized by immersion, symbolizes two things: according to Romans 6:(v1) It symbolizes Jesus death, burial and resurrection from dead; and (v2) it symbolizes that the believer has died with Christ and is now raised up to walk in success of life. It is an expression of moving from darkness to light, from death to life. Within which, do not think that water baptism is some kind of final act that will give you victory forever in your Christian Life. We must continue too grow in Christ and give our lives to Him everyday.

CTF’s water baptism was held at Hacienda Antipolo, Antipolo City. After the baptismal service, fun…fun…fun…begins!

On the same day, notwithstanding the rain and uncontrollable big crowd, CTF people still patiently wait just to witness how God moves as Steve Kuban, LaMar Boschman and Musikatha ministries set forth to raise the big dome’s roof and let God showers His blessing. The live praise and worship concert was held at Cuneta Astrodome, Pasay City.

Aug 2 – Children’s Teachers Skills Enhancement uncovers new strategies and approach to teaching Jesus to kids ages 12 and below.

Aug 3 – Youth group goes to Quezon City Memorial Center

Aug 7-9 – Pastor Albert Aquino goes to Baguio along with Sis. Annette, Pastor Noel Manlangit and Sis. Aleli to hold the annual Board Meeting of the CTFCM.

Aug 10 – CTF ministries heads holds their monthly meeting

Aug 15 – The monthly overnight prayer meeting continues to make spiritual refreshment, as well as, family bond for CTF people, once again.

Aug 22 – A Church Outdoor Fellowship, Water Baptism, Fun and Games all at Hacienda Antipolo Resort; Live praise and worship concert with Steve Kuban, and company, what more can you ask?

By Pastor Albert Aquino

"May you always be joyful in your life in the Lord." Phil. 4:4 (GNB)

STEP ONE: WORRY ABOUT NOTHING!

"Do not be anxious about anything…" Phil. 4:6a (NIV) "Do not fret or have any anxiety…" (Amp)

• 40 % never happen
• 30 % concern the past
• 12 % needless health concerns
• 10 % insignificant/petty issues
• 8% are legitimate concerns

"Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough troubles of its own." Matt. 6:34 (NIV)

STEP TWO: PRAY ABOUT EVERYTHING

"… but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Phil. 4:6b (NIV) "When you pray, tell God every detail of your needs." Phil 4:6b (Ph)

"Unload all your worries on Him since He is looking after you!" 1 Peter 5:7 (JB) "You can throw the whole weight of your anxieties upon Him, for you are His personal concern!" (Ph)

"… You do not have, because you do not ask God." James 4:2

"… in everything (pray) … with thanksgiving…" Phil. 4:6b (NIV) "always asking Him with a thankful heart." (GNB)

"Give thanks in all circumstances for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thess. 5:18 (NIV)

STEP FOUR: THINK ABOUT THE RIGHT THINGS

"Finally, brothers, whatever is true … noble… right… pure… lovely… admirable…. If anything is excellent or praiseworthy -- think about such things." Phil. 4:8 (NIV) "…fill your mind with those things…" (JB)

"As a man thinks in his heart, so is he." Pr. 23:7 (KJV)

By Kristine Solomon

"Keep off the grass", "No U-Turn", etc. Simple guidelines, easy to say however, most often than not, hard to follow. "Seek first His kingdom and righteousness…", Do unto others what you want others do unto you" and the like. Again, simple guidelines, easy to say but most of the time frequently neglected. It is, frequently neglected…frequently taken for granted. Don’t you think there is something wrong?

Being "born again" is like hatching out of an egg. God has had a distinct purpose for you to fulfill on earth and in eternity. But you will never find and fulfill that wonderful pupose unless you grow as Chrstian. Yes, this is the problem, people knows the scripture but they don’t put it into action. Simply being hatched is not enough. We need to step our feet and spread our wings and learn to fly.

Jamie Buckingham did an acrostic on how to climb the mountain to spiritual maturity:

G – Go to God in prayer daily

R – Read God’s word daily

O – Obey God, moment by moment

W – Witness for Christ by yourlife and words

T – Trust God for every detail of your life

H – Holy Spirit – Allow God to control and empower you daily life

W – Witnessing for Christ is simply being who you are. It doesn’t mean that you need to preach. All it means is living for Jesus everyday so that not only your words tell of Christ, but your life reflects His life as well.

By Joy Torren

Naglalakad ako sa may crossing ng Aurora Blvd. At Edsa, Cubao, mga bandang ala sais ng gabi. Nakakasabay at nasasalubong ko ang napakaraming tao. Nag flash sa isip ko yung movie na Left Behind tungkol ito sa end times. "Ano kaya kung dumating si Lord Jesus in that moment," natanong ko sa aking sarili (Matt. 24:40-44). Biglang nakaramdam ako ng habag at nagsimulang manalangin para sa kanilang kaligtasan. Ganito parati ang aking nararamdaman pag nakakakita ako ng maraming tao kahit saan, tulad sa Malls, street at iba pa.

Sabi nga ni Ptr. Butch Felix, guest pastor last Sunday (August 31), In a survey 10% are Christian, 90% are unbelievers. With this, let us have burden to pray, to share, to be a witness, and give our time, talent, and treasure to win them to Christ (1 Jn. 3:16).

Alam ko ang bawat isa sa atin ay nais na mag-share ng salvation at makapagdala ng kaluluwa sa Lord. God gives us the boldness and wisdom to share the word of God. Thus, let us do our part. Let’s go out and start. Kung nais nyo ng kaalaman pa kung paano magsimula at mag-share ng kaligtasan. Ask Ptr. Abet or me for help. Kung gusto nyo ng makakasama para mag-share ng salvation, dito lang ako available para kay Lord.

To God be the Glory!