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25/08/2026

Saying It Wisely (Week 3)
More Than Conquerors: Guarding The Gates Within
Main Text: Romans 8:37

Last Sunday, we continued our series, Saying It Wisely, with a message that reminded us that wise communication does not simply begin when we open our mouths.

In fact, speech is often the endpoint.

As Scripture teaches us, out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks. Before words are spoken, many things have already entered our minds, influenced our thoughts, shaped our emotions, and affected our decisions.

That is why, if we want to say things wisely, we must first learn to guard the gates within.

1. The Mind Gate

"We must control what we think and what we allow to linger in our minds."

- Not every thought needs to be entertained. Not every thought deserves to stay. As we are reminded in 2 Corinthians 10:5, we must learn to take our thoughts captive.

- Let us continually evaluate ourselves: What thoughts have we allowed to enter and remain in our minds? What are the things we repeatedly think about?

Because what stays in the mind can eventually influence the heart, and what fills the heart can eventually come out of the mouth.

2. The Ear Gate

"Who do we listen to most of the time?"

- The voices around us can shape the way we think, feel, and respond. That is why we need wisdom in choosing what and whom we listen to.

- As professing Christians, have we taken the time to listen to God? Have we sought His thoughts? Have we consulted Him before allowing the voices of the world, our fears, or other people to dictate our responses?

3. The Eye Gate

"What are we allowing ourselves to see every day?"

- What we repeatedly view can slowly shape our desires, attitudes, and perspectives. We must therefore be intentional about what we consume and what we allow before our eyes.

- The question is simple but important: What have we been watching lately?

4. The Heart Gate

"Proverbs reminds us to guard our hearts, for everything we do flows from them."

- Our emotions are real, and we should recognize them. But we must not allow our emotions to automatically control our decisions.

- Being angry does not mean we have to speak in anger. Being hurt does not mean we have to hurt others. Being frustrated does not mean we have to say the first thing that comes to mind. We can recognize our emotions without surrendering control to them.

5. The Mouth Gate

"Finally, we come to the mouth. This is the FINAL gate."

- Our words do not simply appear out of nowhere. They are often the product of what we have allowed through the previous gates.

This is why the reminder is clear: DO NOT LET.

There is a CHOICE involved. There is a need for proper control.

- You have a choice over the words you release. Your words can tear someone down or build someone up. They can bring death or life. They can wound or heal.

So before speaking, let us pause and consider what has passed through our minds, ears, eyes, and hearts.

- As more than conquerors through Christ, we are not called to be helpless prisoners of every thought, voice, image, emotion, or impulse that comes our way.

Through God's grace, we can guard the gates within.

And when we learn to guard what enters us, we can become wiser about what comes out of us.

So before you speak, CHOOSE WISELY.

Soli Deo Gloria.

19/08/2026

Saying It Wisely (Week 2)
Title: Not Only Talking, but Connecting
Main Text: Proverbs 12:18

Last Sunday, we continued our series, *Saying It Wisely*, with a reminder that communication is more than simply talking.

We can say a lot of words and still fail to communicate.

The real goal is not merely to be heard, but to be understood. Not merely to speak, but to connect.

So, what entails effective communication?

- The matrix of speaker and receiver.

Communication involves both the person speaking and the person receiving. What we intend to say is not always what the other person understands. Wisdom therefore teaches us to consider not only what we want to communicate, but also how it will be received.

- The core qualities of a message: clarity, conciseness, and completion.

Our words should be clear enough to understand, concise enough to avoid unnecessary confusion, and complete enough to communicate what actually needs to be said.

Sometimes, more words do not mean better communication. Sometimes, wisdom is knowing exactly what needs to be said and saying it well.

- Pay attention to non-verbal communication.

Communication does not happen only through our words. Our tone, facial expressions, posture, timing, and actions can communicate just as loudly.

We may say, "I'm okay," but our tone may say otherwise.

Wisdom teaches us to pay attention to the whole message, not just the words.

- Avoid passive listening and premature assumptions.

HUWAG TAYONG ASSUME NANG ASSUME.

One of the easiest ways to create unnecessary conflict is to listen halfway and then fill in the rest with our own assumptions.

Listen first. Clarify. Ask questions. Understand before responding.

And all of these lead us back to Proverbs 12:18:

"There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing."

So how do we follow this wisdom?

- Speak truth with a healing purpose.

Truth matters, but so does the purpose behind speaking it. Are we speaking to restore, clarify, encourage, and help? Or are we simply trying to prove that we are right?

- Remember that words make a difference.

Our words can become weapons or instruments of healing. They can create distance or build bridges. They can wound someone deeply, or they can become the very encouragement someone needed to keep going.

- Ask not just what, but also when, how, and why.

It is not enough to ask, "Is this true?"

Ask:
When should I say it?
How should I say it?
Why am I saying it?

Because even the right words, spoken at the wrong time or with the wrong heart, can cause unnecessary harm.

As we continue, may God teach us not only to speak wisely, but to listen wisely, understand wisely, and connect wisely.

May our words become less about winning conversations and more about building people.

Because the goal is not only talking. The goal is connecting.

And ultimately, may every conversation we have reflect the wisdom and grace of Christ.

Soli Deo Gloria.

08/08/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT:

Due to the continuous rains brought by the Enhanced Southwest Monsoon (Habagat), our Church Sunday Service tomorrow (August 9) is cancelled for everyone’s safety.

Please take this time to pray, stay indoors when possible, and keep safe.

May God protect you and your families. Stay safe, mga ka-GIG.

03/08/2026

Series: Saying It Wisely (Week 1)
Main Text: Colossians 4:5–6
Supplemental Text: Proverbs 15:1

We kicked off our new series, Saying It Wisely, with a timely reminder that one of the clearest reflections of wisdom is found in the way we speak.

Words are never "just words." They have the power to encourage or discourage, heal or hurt, build up or tear down. As followers of Christ, our speech should reflect the character of the One we represent.

1. We cannot separate wisdom and gracious speech.

True wisdom is not only seen in our decisions—it is also heard in our conversations.

Paul reminds us that our speech should always be gracious, seasoned with salt. Notice the imagery: seasoned, not saturated. Salt enhances, preserves, and brings out what is good. In the same way, our words should be thoughtful, timely, and life-giving.

Proverbs 15:1 also reminds us that "a gentle answer turns away wrath." Wisdom knows that not every situation calls for louder words. Often, the wisest response is one marked by gentleness, patience, and grace.

If we proclaim to be sons and daughters of God, then our speech should reflect His heart.

2. Our words have the ability to come back to us—so let them be sweet and savory.

There is truth in the saying that we reap what we sow, and this applies to our words as well.

Careless words have a way of returning. Relationships can be broken by them. Trust can be lost because of them. Wounds caused by words often last far longer than we realize.

It is a misconception that "words will never hurt." Experience tells us otherwise. Many carry scars, not from physical wounds, but from words spoken in anger, pride, or thoughtlessness.

That is why Scripture urges us to be careful with our speech.

Before we speak, may we ask ourselves:

Will these words GLORIFY GOD?
Will they build someone up?
Will they reflect the grace that Christ has shown me?

As we begin this new series, may we all take this challenge:

MAG-INGAT SA ATING PANANALITA.

Let our words be intentional. Let them be seasoned with grace. Let them bring hope instead of harm, encouragement instead of discouragement, and truth spoken in love instead of words spoken in haste.

May our mouths become instruments that point people to Christ, because wisdom is not only seen in how we live—it is also heard in how we speak.

Soli Deo Gloria.

29/07/2026

Wise in the Season of Favor (Finale)

Sermon Title: Guard Against Greed – Part 2
Main Text: Deuteronomy 6:4–9 (ESV)

As we concluded our series, Wise in the Season of Favor, we were reminded that the greatest safeguard against greed is not merely learning to let go of possessions, but learning to center our lives on God.

In Deuteronomy 6:4–9, Moses called Israel to wholeheartedly love the Lord and to intentionally pass on their faith through every aspect of daily life. As we carefully studied the passage in its context, we discovered that wisdom is not simply about what we know—it is about how we live.

The message ultimately challenged us with three searching questions.

1. Who is your God?

Everything begins with worship. The object of our devotion determines the direction of our lives. When God alone is Lord, our hearts are no longer controlled by money, success, achievements, or possessions. Greed loses its grip when Christ has first place in our hearts.

The question is not whether we worship, but whom or what we worship. Anything that takes God's rightful place becomes an idol. Seasons of favor should deepen our love for God, not our dependence on His gifts.

2. How is your rhythm?

Our spiritual lives are shaped by the rhythms we practice every day.

Deuteronomy reminds us to speak of God's Word when we sit at home, when we walk along the road, when we lie down, and when we rise. This paints a picture of a life where communion with God is not confined to Sundays but becomes part of our everyday routine.

A godly rhythm keeps our hearts anchored. It protects us from slowly drifting toward self-sufficiency and reminds us daily that every blessing comes from the Lord.

3. Where are your visuals?

God instructed His people to keep His commands before their eyes and within their homes. These visible reminders were meant to continually point their hearts back to Him.

The same question confronts us today. What are the influences that constantly shape our thoughts and desires? Are our eyes filled with reminders of God's truth, or are they consumed by messages that fuel comparison, discontentment, and the pursuit of more?

What we continually see often shapes what we eventually value.

As we close this series, may we remember that wisdom in seasons of favor is not measured by how much we possess, but by how faithfully we love, obey, and remember God.

When our worship is rightly directed, our daily rhythms are centered on Him, and our lives are filled with reminders of His faithfulness, we will be able to enjoy His blessings without allowing them to become our idols.

May we continue to live as faithful stewards, recognizing that everything we have belongs to God.

IT IS ALL GOD, not even a bit of ourselves.

Soli Deo Gloria.

22/07/2026

Wise in The Season of Favor: Week 3
Title: Guard Against Greed

Main Text: Colossians 3:5 (NIV)

As we continued our series, *Wise in the Season of Favor*, we were reminded that one of the greatest dangers during seasons of blessing is not the blessing itself, but the condition of our hearts.

In Colossians 3:5, Paul exhorts believers to put to death earthly desires, mentioning sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed. It is striking that greed is included among these sins and is even described as idolatry. Why? Because greed causes displaced devotion. Instead of finding our security, satisfaction, and identity in God, we begin placing them in possessions, wealth, achievements, or the constant desire for more.

Last Sunday, we learned three important truths about greed.

1. Greed is deceptive.

Greed is subtle. It rarely presents itself as greed. Instead, it often disguises itself as ambition, success, or simply wanting more. While there is nothing wrong with working hard or seeking improvement, wisdom calls us to examine our hearts continually. The issue is not how much we possess, but whether our possessions have begun to possess us.

2. Greed distorts our view of life.

Greed convinces us that life is measured by what we own or what we can accumulate. However, Scripture teaches us that our identity and worth are never found in material possessions but in Christ alone. When our perspective is shaped by greed, we begin pursuing temporary treasures while neglecting eternal ones.

3. Greed blinds us to God's ownership.

Perhaps the greatest danger of greed is that it makes us believe we own what we have. The truth is that everything we possess comes from God. Our resources, abilities, opportunities, and even our very lives are gifts entrusted to us by His grace. We are not owners—we are stewards. God calls us to faithfully manage His blessings for His glory and for the good of others.

As we reflect on this message, let us remember that God is not against blessing His people. The issue is never the blessing, but how we respond to it. During seasons of favor, may we guard our hearts against greed by cultivating contentment while continuing to pursue excellence with humility.

Contentment does not mean settling for less or abandoning our desire to grow. Rather, it means recognizing that Christ is enough, even as we faithfully steward the opportunities He places before us. It is finding the balance between striving to be better and remaining grateful for what God has already provided.

Above all, let us never forget where every blessing comes from. Everything we have belongs to God, and we are simply instruments through whom His goodness is displayed.

May we live with grateful hearts, faithful stewardship, and unwavering devotion to the One who is the true source of every blessing.

Soli Deo Gloria.

18/07/2026

May I never confuse going to church with genuinely pursuing God.
Lord, keep my heart focused on You.

12/07/2026

Wise in the Season of Favor (Weeks 1 & 2)

Favor is a beautiful gift from God—but it also comes with a responsibility.

Over the past two Sundays, we were reminded that seasons of blessing are not merely meant to be enjoyed; they are opportunities to grow in wisdom, generosity, and gratitude.

Week 1: Luke 12:16–21

Through the Parable of the Rich Fool, Jesus reminded us that favor can become dangerous if it causes us to forget the One who gave it.

We learned that:

1. Wisdom tells us to be aware and beware of ourselves in times of favor.

Seasons of abundance can slowly lead us toward pride, self-reliance, and the illusion that we are the source of our own success. Wisdom calls us to remain humble, remembering that every good and perfect gift comes from God.

2. In times of favor, it is wise to enrich ourselves, but it is wiser to enrich others.

Scripture does not condemn material blessings. Rather, it reminds us that blessings are entrusted to us so that we may become a blessing to others. God prospers us not only for our own benefit, but also for His glory and the good of those around us.

Week 2: Luke 17:11–19

This week, we reflected on the story of the ten lepers. Although all ten were healed, only one returned to thank Jesus.

From this, we learned:

1. Jesus places a high premium on our being grateful.

Jesus noticed the one who came back. Gratitude matters to God because a thankful heart recognizes His grace and acknowledges that He is the source of every blessing.

2. Be thankful and keep a life of gratitude.

Gratitude is not just a response to God's goodness—it is a way of life. Whether in abundance or in need, thanksgiving keeps our hearts anchored in God and reminds us that His faithfulness never changes.

As we continue this series, let us remember:

It is not wrong to be blessed.
It is wrong to forget the Blesser.

May we never allow favor to produce pride, but instead cultivate humility. May our blessings lead us to generosity, and may our hearts continually overflow with thanksgiving.

Because the wisest response to God's favor is to live generously, remain grateful, and give Him all the glory.

Soli Deo Gloria!

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