Words of Wisdom from Mi Daily Devotion

Words of Wisdom From Mi Daily Devotion 

"Proverbs 27:5 KJV

Open rebuke is better than secret love." If someone rebukes you, corrected you, or gave you advice or Godly counsel; it does not mean you are dumb, "a know nothing person", or it does not make you an idiot. When king David was rebuked by Nathan for his adulterous acts, and his well planned murder of Uriah his loyal soldier, the husband of Bathsheba; David knew he did wrong, he committed sins, and stupidly did those with his eyes opened to the devil's temptation. He did them anyways. Then Nathan the prophet came to rebuke him.

 "2 Samuel 12:7-10 KJV

And Nathan said to David, Thou art the man. Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, I anointed thee king over Israel, and I delivered thee out of the hand of Saul; [8] And I gave thee thy master's house, and thy master's wives into thy bosom, and gave thee the house of Israel and of Judah; and if that had been too little, I would moreover have given unto thee such and such things. [9] Wherefore hast thou despised the commandment of the Lord, to do evil in his sight? thou hast killed Uriah the Hittite with the sword, and hast taken his wife to be thy wife, and hast slain him with the sword of the children of Ammon. [10] Now therefore the sword shall never depart from thine house; because thou hast despised me, and hast taken the wife of Uriah the Hittite to be thy wife."

Open ears, open minds, open hearts, and open to ideas is safer than playing "I know how..." or embracing pride and arrogance. "Proverbs 11:14 KJV

Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety."

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What Every Man of God Needed to Possess!

What Every Man of God Needed to Possess!

   Ministerial responsibilities is not an easy go lucky calling. Yes, it's not a job, it's not a career, it's not a work or a duty to man and community that needs to be done as per schedule. It is a calling of which a pastor or minister needs to do in the 'Will' of God, in His Way, and according to His Written Word.

   A pastor, minister or missionary is required to have the Calling of God to do the ministry. As God's servants; He expects us to have these marks in our whole body, spirit, and soul. We need the following:

1- We Need to Have His Love. It means you accepted Him as your Lord and Savior by believing in His redeeming love, by His sacrifice at the Cross of Calvary. (Ephesians 1:6- 7; 2:8- 10; John 3:16; 1:12)

2- We Need to Exercise His Love.

Love God. (Deuteronomy 6:1- 17)

Love Your Neighbors. "John 15:10 KJV

If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love." I suggest you read John chapters 13 to 15 to learn more about His love.

Love Your Enemy.

Some people have more enemies than friends. Sad. The Bible says; "Matthew 5:43-46 KJV Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. [44] But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; [45] That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust. [46] For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same?"

   Your nearest neighbors that could be annoying to you, that bothers you every day, or is a pain in your back on a daily basis is your; spouse, parents, children, or may be your co-workers. You have to exercise that love to them. 

2- Be Humble. 

   One of the reasons why Jesus came down from heaven to die in our place was to show us humility. He had set an example more than 2,000 years ago for us to follow His footsteps. Pride and arrogance destroyed the hearts of men, the homes of millions, and the house of God in millions of places since its Foundation.

   The prophet Micah reminded us of what the Lord expects and requires of us pastors and Christians. - "Micah 6:8 KJV He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?"

3- Reverence to God and His Word.

   What I've learned from Dr. Gavino S. Tica during our Ordination in 1988 was about the word "Reverence" which means "Fear" or "Respect " in the Bible. If you fear or respect God; you will honor His worship. (Start on time and don't take it lightly) in every aspect of worship. Be there at church before anyone comes over before you.

   Read, share, and live on the principles of the Word of God. Respect the physical or hard copy of the Bible. Don't lay it on the floor or put something on the top of it whenever you lay down your Bible. Don't make fun of it in your preaching or in Social Media. Respect, honor and fear His name and His Word.

   The word "Reverence" was mentioned only once in the whole Bible, and that's in the book of Psalm. "Psalm 89:7 KJV God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be had in reverence of all them that are about him."

   We appreciate all the pastors, missionaries, and God’s servants. I prayed and I hope this will serve as a reminder for everyone, especially the Lord's workers in His field.

Ely Roque Sagansay 

Minister/Author/Editor

Chinese Baptist Church

God is Good Indeed!

God is Good Indeed!

(Written Across the Library of My Daughter and Son in Law in Kentucky)

   More than 10 years ago, I was very sick and was in and out of the hospital for almost a year. Along with it, I lost my job due to missing so much time at work. Then came the bills piling up on our table. We began to be behind on our Mortgage, in Credit Cards debts, in our newly bought Van, and other bills. It was a nightmare I had to sleep with, and woke up with, without many of my friends and relatives' knowledge of what I was going through. But deep depression, anxiety, fear of losing our home and vehicles was playing in my heart and mind day and night.

   Tears just kept on flowing in my eyes when I'm by myself at the Park, near the woods, in my car, especially in the middle of the night in our basement. In spite of my sickness and sometimes pain; I would go down to our basement and read my Bible, Pray, and just cry to God feeling sorry for myself, and my children who may lose their dad and their home- their only shelter.

   One night, I cried in our bed, then I sneaked out of our room trying my best not to wake my wife up. In our basement, I randomly turned the pages of my Bible and started reading from the book of Psalm. Notice what it says; "Psalm 4:1-8 KJV

Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer. [2] O ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into shame? how long will ye love vanity, and seek after leasing? Selah. [3] But know that the Lord hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the Lord will hear when I call unto him. [4] Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah. [5] Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the Lord. [6] There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us. [7] Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased. [8] I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety."

   By the way, tonight, this was my personal devotion and this leads me to write this brief testimony which I believe is the work of the Holy Spirit of God. 

   That night, the Lord struck my heart when I started reading verses 4 to 5- "[4] Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah. [5] Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the Lord." 1- Stand in awe. 2- Sin not. 3- Commune… and be still. What really pierced my heart was to "Offer the sacrifices of righteousness." And "put your trust in the Lord."

   I believe that was what God wanted me to do. To offer the sacrifices of righteousness. God is not interested in my talents, because He can make the stones sing and give praises to Him. It means He can use anything, anytime, anywhere, for any purpose to give honor and glory to His Name. But to live a righteous life, and to put my trust in Him for my undesired, uncontrolled circumstances, and trials or problems- I alone can do it.

   That night, when I said yes Lord, I want to live a righteous life for you, and I put my trust in you; from that time on our life has never been the same. He changed the course of our lives from being overwhelmingly buried in debts and doubt to Missions for His glory, and Freedom from all our struggles.

   God can do greater things to you than what He has done for us, in us, and through us. Live a holy life and put your trust in the Lord.

   These verses are always God's reminders for me when I started to doubt, to have fear, to be anxious, and just felt crazy because I can't control my circumstances. "Proverbs 3:5-6 KJV Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. [6] In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."

Ely Roque Sagansay 

Minister/Author/Editor

Most of All, God's Servant 

Why Many Young People Are a Messed

Why Many Young People Are a Messed

I hit my kids with belt or stick to discipline them as they grow up. Not a surprise for me and my wife if they don't hit or hate people or go with the wrong crowd. Did I regret it? No. It hurts me for a while but it pays off for them and me and my wife. Painful and Strict Discipline is what's lacking in many homes. Many parents are creating 'Cry Babies' and snowflakes under their own roof; no wonder millions of new generation young people are easily offended, unpatriotic, lazy, impatience, and cry babies. The sad part is, if they're in drugs, violence, or living in hate.

You can't say you love your children if you can't break their bad attitudes, their willful and disobedient hearts, and their evil deeds with discipline. You're children's lifestyle is the reflection of how you treat them as they grow up under your authority. You may abuse or not use such authority. But remember that when God gave you your child or children; God at the same time entrusted to you the whole duties, responsibilities, love, and the rearing of a human being that will reflect His image. Be loving, understanding, but don't let them pass the belt of discipline if they are disrespectful, disobedient, divisive, and if they disregard their duties consistently. 

If you teach them the Fear of God, the Holy Word of God, and to respect the authority- they will embrace those as they start living by themselves or when they start their own family. (Proverbs 22:5). Love them, warn them, and use strict disciple if they are disobedient, disrespectful and rebellious. (Ephesians 6:1- 8) This Country needs good, godly, and God fearing parents. May we all spread the holy image of God by strengthening our relationship with our spouses, loving and spending time with our children, and by teaching them to be like Jesus. God bless you, your home, and the future of your family. 

Ely Roque Sagansay 

Minister/Author/Editor.

Husband of one wife, father of four great children, and a proud grandfather of five sweet, loving, and cute kids.

Bible Verse

Proverbs 6:32-33 KJV

But whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding: he that doeth it destroyeth his own soul. [33] A wound and dishonour shall he get; and his reproach shall not be wiped away.

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Wisdom of the Day from Mi Daily Devotion

"Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse in his lips, and is a fool." (Proverbs 19:1 KJV)

Integrity is priceless. It is something no one can take from you unless you give in to temptation or trade it for temporary fame, power or wealth.

It's not good to be a poor man, but I would rather live and die a poor man than to live in riches and material abundance without integrity and dignity. (Deuteronomy 8:18)- Ely Roque Sagansay

Ely Roque Sagansay is a self-published author with Westbow Press.

He is a minister for more than 3 decades.

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