Berean Bible Baptist Mission - Hsinchu 庇里亞聖經浸信宣教團 - 新竹

25/08/2026

TRUTH FOR LIVING
Eat, Drink, and Be What?

"I said in mine heart, Go to now, I will prove thee with mirth, therefore enjoy pleasure: and, behold, this also is vanity. I said of laughter, It is mad: and of mirth, What doeth it?" — Ecclesiastes 2:1–2

The slogan of a secular lifestyle can be reduced to six simple words: “If it feels good, do it.” We may not always hear those words directly, but they are woven into advertisements, entertainment, music, fashion, and popular culture. Pleasure is constantly presented as the path to happiness.

Solomon tried to find happiness without God. After pursuing wisdom and exploring life, he turned to pleasure. Surely, he thought, there must be more to life. So he decided to test pleasure and enjoy what the world offered.

But Solomon was brutally honest about what he discovered: “This also is vanity.” Pleasure promised satisfaction but delivered another empty experience. His testimony reminds us that temporary enjoyment cannot provide lasting fulfillment.

This warning is especially important for young and inexperienced people. The world often presents sensual pleasure as exciting and harmless while hiding its consequences. Solomon had experienced these things himself, and he lived to tell us the truth. We would be wise to listen before we learn the same lessons through painful experience.

The warnings extend beyond illicit s*x to alcohol, drugs, the occult, and every desire that promises pleasure while pulling us away from God. We do not need to experience every temptation to know where it leads. Wisdom learns from the experience of others.

QQ: “Pleasure without God promises much but leaves us empty.”

吃喝，然後呢？

「我心裡說：『來吧，我以喜樂試試你，你好享福！』誰知，這也是虛空。我指嬉笑說：『這是狂妄。』論喜樂說：『有何功效呢？』」——傳道書 2:1–2

世俗生活的口號可以簡單地歸納為：「只要感覺好，就去做。」我們不一定直接聽見這些話，卻常常在廣告、娛樂、音樂、時尚和流行文化中看見這種思想。世界不斷告訴我們，享樂就是幸福的道路。

所羅門嘗試在沒有神的情況下尋找人生的幸福。他追求智慧、探索人生之後，又轉向享樂。他心想，人生一定不只是這樣吧？於是，他決定親自試驗享樂，享受世人所追求的一切。

然而，所羅門非常誠實地說：「這也是虛空。」享樂看似能帶來滿足，最後卻只是另一個空虛的經歷。他的見證提醒我們，短暫的快樂不能帶來持久的滿足。

這個警告對年輕人和沒有經驗的人尤其重要。世界常把情慾和感官的享樂描繪得刺激又無害，卻隱藏了它所帶來的後果。所羅門親身經歷過這些事，如今把真相告訴我們。如果我們願意聽從他的警告，就能避免許多痛苦的經歷。

這個警告不只是關乎不正當的性關係，也包括酒精、毒品、邪術，以及一切以享樂吸引我們、卻使我們遠離神的慾望。我們不需要親自經歷每一個試探，才知道它的結局。真正的智慧，是從別人的經歷中學習。

QQ： 「沒有神的享樂，看似滿足，終究使人空虛。」

Kumain, Uminom, at Ano Pa?

"Sinabi ko sa aking sarili, 'Halika, subukan natin ang kasiyahan at tamasahin ang mabubuting bagay sa buhay.' Ngunit nakita kong ito rin ay walang kabuluhan. Sinabi ko tungkol sa pagtawa, 'Kamangmangan ito!' At tungkol sa kasiyahan, 'Ano ang naidudulot nito?'" — Mangangaral 2:1–2

Ang slogan ng isang makamundong pamumuhay ay maaaring sabihin sa simpleng mga salita: “Kung masarap sa pakiramdam, gawin mo.” Maaaring hindi natin ito palaging marinig nang tuwiran, ngunit makikita ang kaisipang ito sa mga patalastas, libangan, musika, pananamit, at kulturang popular. Patuloy na ipinapakita ng mundo na ang kasiyahan ang daan tungo sa kaligayahan.

Sinubukan ni Solomon na hanapin ang kaligayahan nang wala ang Diyos. Matapos niyang habulin ang karunungan at tuklasin ang buhay, bumaling siya sa kasiyahan. Naisip niya na marahil ay may higit pa sa buhay. Kaya sinubukan niyang tamasahin ang mga bagay na iniaalok ng mundo.

Ngunit naging tapat si Solomon sa kanyang natuklasan: “Ito rin ay walang kabuluhan.” Ang kasiyahan ay nangakong magbibigay ng kaligayahan ngunit nag-iwan lamang ng panibagong kahungkagan. Ipinapaalala sa atin ng kanyang patotoo na ang panandaliang saya ay hindi makapagbibigay ng pangmatagalang kasiyahan.

Mahalaga ang babalang ito lalo na sa mga kabataan at walang gaanong karanasan. Madalas ipinapakita ng mundo ang seksuwal na kasiyahan bilang kapana-panabik at walang panganib, habang itinatago ang masasamang bunga nito. Naranasan mismo ni Solomon ang mga bagay na ito at nabuhay upang sabihin sa atin ang katotohanan. Makabubuting makinig tayo bago natin matutunan ang parehong aral sa pamamagitan ng masakit na karanasan.

Kasama sa babalang ito ang bawal na pakikipagtalik, alak, droga, okultismo, at anumang pagnanasa na nangangako ng kasiyahan ngunit inilalayo tayo sa Diyos. Hindi natin kailangang maranasan ang bawat tukso upang malaman kung saan ito hahantong. Ang karunungan ay natututo mula sa karanasan ng iba.

QQ: “Ang kasiyahang walang Diyos ay nangangako ng marami ngunit nag-iiwan ng kahungkagan.”

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18/08/2026

TRUTH FOR LIVING
Chasing the Wind

"I, the Preacher, was king over Israel in Jerusalem. And I gave my heart to seek and search out by wisdom concerning all things that are done under heaven... I have seen all the works that are done under the sun; and, behold, all is vanity and vexation of spirit."
—Ecclesiastes 1:12-14

King Solomon had peace, wealth, wisdom, and opportunity. With the resources left by his father David, he spent years exploring life and pursuing everything the world could offer. After experiencing it all, he recorded his honest conclusion: "Vanity of vanities; all is vanity."

Solomon's words are not a lie or a pessimistic complaint. They are the testimony of a man who had everything and discovered that everything "under the sun" could not provide lasting satisfaction. Human wisdom, pleasure, possessions, accomplishments, and experiences all leave us empty when they become the ultimate pursuit.

Two truths emerge from Solomon's search. First, if there is nothing lasting under the sun, our hope must come from above it. Second, if someone who had everything visible still found no lasting satisfaction, then what we truly need must be found beyond what our eyes can see.

True satisfaction is found in believing the invisible and trusting the One we cannot see. His name is Jesus Christ. Why should emptiness rule our lives when Christ is available to rule our hearts?

QQ: “Chasing the world leaves us empty; Christ makes life full.”

追逐捕風

「傳道者在耶路撒冷作過以色列王。我專心用智慧尋求、查究天下所作的一切事……我見日光之下所作的一切事，都是虛空，都是捕風。」
——傳道書 1:12–14

所羅門王擁有和平、財富、智慧和各樣的機會。他使用父親大衛留下的資源，多年探索人生，追求世人所能追求的一切。當他經歷這一切之後，他誠實地寫下結論：「虛空的虛空，凡事都是虛空。」

所羅門不是在說謊，也不是單純悲觀。他是一個擁有一切的人，親自發現日光之下的一切都不能帶來持久的滿足。人的智慧、享樂、財富、成就和經歷，若成為我們人生最終的追求，最後仍會使我們感到空虛。

從所羅門的尋求中，我們可以看見兩個真理。第一，如果日光之下沒有永恆的盼望，我們的盼望就必須來自日光之上的神。第二，如果一個擁有一切看得見事物的人仍然找不到真正的滿足，那麼我們真正需要的必定超越眼睛所能看見的。

真正的滿足，在於相信那看不見的，並信靠那位我們眼睛不能看見的主。祂就是耶穌基督。既然基督願意在我們生命中作王，我們就不必讓空虛掌管我們的人生。

QQ： 「追逐世界使人空虛，唯有基督使生命滿足。」

Hinahabol ang Hangin

"Ako, ang Mangangaral, ay naging hari ng Israel sa Jerusalem. Buong puso kong pinag-aralan at sinuri sa pamamagitan ng karunungan ang lahat ng ginagawa sa ilalim ng langit... Nakita ko ang lahat ng ginagawa sa ilalim ng araw, at lahat ng ito ay walang kabuluhan, tulad ng paghahabol sa hangin."
—Mangangaral 1:12–14

Taglay ni Haring Solomon ang kapayapaan, kayamanan, karunungan, at maraming pagkakataon. Ginamit niya ang mga kayamanang iniwan sa kanya ng kanyang amang si David upang tuklasin ang buhay at subukan ang lahat ng maaaring ialok ng mundo. Matapos niyang maranasan ang lahat, isinulat niya ang kanyang tapat na konklusyon: "Walang kabuluhan ang lahat; lahat ay paghahabol sa hangin."

Hindi nagsisinungaling si Solomon at hindi lamang siya naging negatibo. Siya ay isang taong nagkaroon ng halos lahat ng maaaring hangarin ng tao, ngunit natuklasan niyang walang bagay "sa ilalim ng araw" ang makapagbibigay ng tunay at pangmatagalang kasiyahan. Ang karunungan, kasiyahan, kayamanan, tagumpay, at mga karanasan ay nag-iiwan pa rin ng kahungkagan kapag ginawa nating pinakamataas na layunin ang mga ito.

Dalawang katotohanan ang makikita sa kanyang paghahanap. Una, kung walang tunay na pag-asa sa ilalim ng araw, ang ating pag-asa ay dapat magmula sa itaas nito. Ikalawa, kung ang taong nagkaroon ng lahat ng nakikita ay hindi nakatagpo ng tunay na kasiyahan, ang kailangan natin ay dapat matagpuan sa mga bagay na hindi nakikita.

Ang tunay na kasiyahan ay matatagpuan sa paniniwala sa hindi nakikita at pagtitiwala sa Panginoong hindi natin nakikita. Ang Kanyang pangalan ay Jesu-Cristo. Bakit natin hahayaang maghari ang kawalan ng kabuluhan kung si Cristo ay handang maghari sa ating buhay?

QQ: “Ang mundo ay nag-iiwan ng kahungkagan; si Cristo ang nagbibigay-kaganapan sa buhay.”

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14/08/2026

TRUTH FOR LIVING
The Indispensable Local Church

"And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgment; That ye may approve things that are excellent; that ye may be sincere and without offence till the day of Christ."—Philippians 1:9–10

Where did you find your mate? Where were you married? Who gave you wise counsel? Who was there to dedicate your first child, strengthen your marriage, and stand with you when your family faced difficult days? For many believers, the answer to these questions is the local church.

The church is there not only during difficult times but also during seasons of celebration. It rejoices when we grow, graduate, serve the Lord, or follow God's calling. The local church encourages us, prays for us, and stands with us when others may not. What a marvelous thing is the local family of God!

Parachurch ministries can be helpful and beneficial, but they ultimately depend upon the local church. A campus ministry may guide and encourage a student during college, but after graduation, that believer still needs a church. The church has staying power. It is God's local family where believers worship, serve, encourage one another, and grow together.

It is in the local church, week after week, that we learn faithfulness. We learn to love, forgive, serve, give, bear burdens, and remain committed to one another. The local church is not an optional addition to the Christian life; it is God's ordained place for believers to grow and faithfully serve Christ together.

QQ: Am I treating the local church as indispensable to my Christian life, or merely as an optional part of it?

教會是不可或缺的
「我所禱告的，就是要你們的愛心在知識和各樣見識上多而又多，使你們能分別是非，作誠實無過的人，直到基督的日子。」——腓立比書 1:9–10

你在哪裡遇見你的配偶？在哪裡結婚？誰曾給你忠告？當你獻上第一個孩子時，誰與你一同歡喜？當婚姻和家庭遇到困難時，誰陪伴、勸勉並支持你？對許多信徒而言，答案就是地方教會。

教會不只是在困難的時候與我們同在，也在歡樂和慶祝的時刻與我們一同歡喜。當我們成長、畢業、服事主，或跟隨神的呼召時，教會為我們禱告、鼓勵我們，也忠心地與我們同行。神所賜的地方教會家庭，是何等美好！

各種教會之外的福音事工可以帶來幫助和造就，但它們最終仍然需要地方教會。大學校園事工可以在學生求學期間引導和鼓勵他，但畢業之後，他仍然需要地方教會。教會具有持續的力量，是神所設立的地方家庭，使信徒敬拜、服事、彼此勸勉，一同在主裡成長。

正是在地方教會裡，我們一週又一週學習忠心。我們學習相愛、饒恕、服事、奉獻、彼此擔當重擔，並且持守對彼此的委身。地方教會不是基督徒生活中可有可無的一部分，而是神所設立、讓信徒一同成長並忠心服事基督的地方。

QQ： 我是否看重地方教會，認為它是基督徒生命中不可或缺的一部分，還是只把它當作可有可無的選擇？

Ang Lokal na Iglesia ay Hindi Maaaring Mawawala
"Idinadalangin ko na ang inyong pag-ibig ay lalo pang sumagana sa kaalaman at ganap na pagkaunawa, upang mapili ninyo ang pinakamabuti at mamuhay kayong malinis at walang kapintasan hanggang sa araw ng pagbabalik ni Cristo."—Filipos 1:9–10

Saan mo nakilala ang iyong asawa? Saan kayo ikinasal? Sino ang nagbigay sa iyo ng mabuting payo? Sino ang kasama mo nang ialay mo ang iyong unang anak? Kapag dumaranas ng pagsubok ang iyong pagsasama o pamilya, sino ang nanatili upang magbigay ng payo, panalangin, at suporta? Para sa maraming mananampalataya, ang sagot ay ang lokal na iglesia.

Ang iglesia ay hindi lamang para sa panahon ng problema kundi para rin sa mga panahon ng kagalakan at pagdiriwang. Nagagalak ito kapag tayo ay lumalago, nagtapos sa pag-aaral, naglilingkod sa Panginoon, o sumusunod sa tawag ng Diyos. Hinihikayat tayo ng iglesia, ipinapanalangin tayo, at nananatiling kasama natin kahit sa mga panahong maaaring wala nang iba.

Malaki ang naitutulong ng mga parachurch ministry, ngunit sa huli, nakasalalay pa rin sila sa lokal na iglesia. Maaaring gabayan at palakasin ng isang campus ministry ang isang estudyante habang siya ay nasa kolehiyo, ngunit pagkatapos ng graduation, kailangan pa rin niya ang isang lokal na iglesia. Ang iglesia ang may kakayahang manatili. Ito ang lokal na pamilya ng Diyos kung saan tayo sumasamba, naglilingkod, naghihikayat sa isa't isa, at lumalago nang sama-sama.

Sa lokal na iglesia, linggo-linggo nating natututuhan ang katapatan. Natututo tayong magmahal, magpatawad, maglingkod, magbigay, magpasan ng mga pasanin ng iba, at manatiling tapat sa isa't isa. Ang lokal na iglesia ay hindi opsyonal na bahagi lamang ng buhay Kristiyano; ito ang lugar na itinalaga ng Diyos upang ang mga mananampalataya ay sama-samang lumago at maglingkod nang tapat kay Cristo.

QQ: Itinuturing ko ba ang lokal na iglesia na mahalagang bahagi ng aking buhay Kristiyano, o isa lamang itong opsyon?

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05/08/2026

Berean-Hsinchu July 2026 Update

July continued our journey through the Fruit of the Spirit series from Galatians 5:22–23. As we approached the conclusion of this series, we focused on the final phrase of verse 23: “against such there is no law.” The series concluded on the first Sunday of August, and we praise God for reminding us that the Fruit of the Spirit is not produced by human effort, but by the Holy Spirit working in the life of a believer surrendered to Christ.

The fruit that the Spirit produces reflects the character of Christ and fulfills what God desires in us. True Christian growth is not merely about outward rules or religious activities, but about an inward transformation that becomes visible through our daily walk.

We continue to thank the Lord for His faithfulness as the retrofitting of our new worship place near Xinfeng Train Station progresses. Every step brings us closer to having a dedicated place where we can worship, teach God’s Word, and reach more people with the gospel. We also praise God for the many gospel tracts distributed throughout the month, trusting Him to use every seed of the gospel for His glory.

We also thank the Lord for His protection and guidance as our scheduled baptism was moved to August due to Typhoon Bavi. Though the weather affected our original schedule, we are reminded that God’s timing is always perfect, and we look forward with joy to witnessing this important step of faith as believers publicly identify themselves with Christ through baptism.

Our regular ministries continue faithfully. Sunday worship services remain steady, and our Bible studies in Zhubei and Zhunan-Hukou continue to encourage believers, strengthen faith, and provide opportunities to share God’s truth.

We are especially grateful for the ministry opportunity God provided in Taitung through the Youth Camp outreach with Zhong Fu Baptist Church. During the Youth Camp, seven young people made professions of faith in Christ. Through the faithful follow-up ministry of Zhong Fu Baptist Church, that number has since grown to twenty-eight professions of faith, including both young people and adults who responded to the gospel. We rejoice in seeing God work through the faithful sowing of His Word and the commitment of the local church in reaching souls and discipling believers.

We also thank the Lord for His gracious provision within Berean-Hsinchu while Missionary-Pastor Jowie and Mam Bambet were serving in Taitung. Bro. Martin faithfully stepped in to preach God’s Word during our Sunday services, while his wife, Abi, served in the Young People’s Sunday School and food ministry. We are grateful as well for every member who remained faithful in their ministries. Through everyone’s willingness to serve, the work of the Lord continued without interruption.

Galatians 5:23 reminds us: “against such there is no law.” May we continue to walk in the Spirit, allowing Christ’s character to be seen through our lives.

To all our members, prayer partners, and supporters, thank you for your faithful prayers, encouragement, and partnership in the gospel. Together, let us continue to serve, grow, and proclaim Christ until He comes.

七月，我們繼續進行 加拉太書 5:22–23「聖靈的果子」（Fruit of the Spirit）系列信息，並思想第 23 節最後一句：「這樣的事，沒有律法禁止。」這個系列於八月第一個主日完成，我們感謝神提醒我們，聖靈的果子不是靠人的努力產生，而是聖靈在降服於基督的生命中所作成的工作。

我們感謝主，新豐火車站附近的新聚會處裝修工程持續進行。神一步一步預備我們，使我們更接近擁有固定敬拜、教導神話語以及傳揚福音的地方。我們也感謝神，本月發出了許多福音單張，相信祂必使用所撒下的福音種子。

因巴威颱風（Typhoon Bavi）的影響，原定浸禮延後至八月。雖然行程改變，但我們相信神的時間總是美好，並期待見證信徒藉浸禮公開表明對基督的信心。

我們也感謝神在台東青年營（Youth Camp）透過中福浸信會（Zhong Fu Baptist Church）的服事。青年營中有七位年輕人決志信主，經過教會忠心跟進，目前已有二十八位青年與成人回應福音。

當宣教牧師 Jowie 與 Bambet 師母在台東服事時，Martin 弟兄忠心接下主日講台，Abi 姊妹也服事青年主日學與餐點事工。我們感謝每位忠心服事的弟兄姊妹，使主的工作持續向前。

願我們繼續順著聖靈而行，使基督的生命彰顯在我們當中。

Ipinagpatuloy ng Hulyo ang ating serye tungkol sa Fruit of the Spirit mula sa Galatians 5:22–23, habang tinututukan natin ang huling bahagi ng talata 23: “against such there is no law.” Natapos ang seryeng ito noong unang Linggo ng Agosto, at nagpapasalamat tayo sa Diyos sa pagpapaalala na ang bunga ng Espiritu ay hindi bunga ng pagsisikap ng tao, kundi gawa ng Banal na Espiritu sa buhay ng isang taong sumusuko kay Cristo.

Nagpapasalamat tayo sa katapatan ng Panginoon habang nagpapatuloy ang retrofitting ng ating bagong lugar ng pagsamba malapit sa Xinfeng Train Station. Patuloy tayong isang hakbang na mas malapit sa pagkakaroon ng lugar para sa pagsamba, pagtuturo ng Salita ng Diyos, at pagpapahayag ng ebanghelyo. Nagpapasalamat din tayo sa maraming gospel tracts na naipamahagi, na nagtitiwala na gagamitin ng Diyos ang bawat binhing naihasik.

Dahil sa Typhoon Bavi, ang nakatakdang baptism ay nailipat sa Agosto. Bagama’t nagbago ang iskedyul, nagtitiwala tayo na ang panahon ng Diyos ay laging tama.

Nagpapasalamat din tayo sa ministeryo sa Taitung sa pamamagitan ng Youth Camp outreach kasama ang Zhong Fu Baptist Church. Pitong kabataan ang nagpahayag ng pananampalataya kay Cristo, at sa pamamagitan ng tapat na follow-up ng iglesia, ang bilang ay lumago sa dalawampu’t walong nagpahayag ng pananampalataya, kabilang ang mga kabataan at matatanda.

Habang sina Missionary-Pastor Jowie at Mam Bambet ay nasa Taitung, si Bro. Martin ay tapat na nangaral sa ating Sunday services, habang si Abi ay naglingkod sa Young People’s Sunday School at food ministry. Nagpapasalamat din tayo sa bawat miyembrong nanatiling tapat sa kanilang paglilingkod.

Nawa’y patuloy tayong lumakad sa Espiritu at maipakita ang karakter ni Cristo sa ating buhay.

03/08/2026

TRUTH FOR LIVING
Whose Side Are You On?
Joshua 5:14 - “And he said, Nay; but as captain of the host of the LORD am I now come.” (KJV)

Joshua asked whether the armed Man before him was for Israel or for their enemies. The answer was unexpected: “Nay.” The Captain of the LORD’s host did not come to take sides—He came to establish God’s side. The issue was never whether God would support Joshua’s plans, but whether Joshua would submit to God’s will.

We often ask God to bless our decisions, our ministries, or our ambitions. Yet the better question is, “Lord, am I walking in Your will?” Victory comes not from having God endorse our agenda, but from humbly aligning ourselves with His.

Thought for the Week: Don’t ask God to join your plans. Ask Him to make you faithful to His.

QQ: Are you asking God to bless your way, or are you surrendering to His?

你站在哪一邊？
約書亞記 5:14「他回答說：『不是的；我來是要作耶和華軍隊的元帥。』」（和合本）

約書亞問眼前這位拔刀的人，是站在以色列這邊，還是站在敵人那邊。祂的回答卻是：「不是的。」耶和華軍隊的元帥不是來支持人的立場，而是要彰顯神的旨意。真正的問題不是神是否站在我們這邊，而是我們是否站在神這邊。

我們常求神祝福自己的計畫、事奉和決定，但更重要的是問：「主啊，我是否行在祢的旨意中？」真正的得勝，不是神配合我們，而是我們順服神。

本週思想： 不要請神加入你的計畫，要願意加入神的計畫。

默想問題： 你是在求神祝福自己的道路，還是在順服祂的旨意？

Kaninong Panig Ka?
Josue 5:14 - “Hindi; ako ang Pinuno ng hukbo ng PANGINOON.” (MBB)

Tinanong ni Josue kung ang taong may tabak ay kakampi ba nila o ng kanilang mga kaaway. Ang sagot ay, “Hindi.” Ang Pinuno ng hukbo ng PANGINOON ay hindi dumating upang kumampi sa tao kundi upang tuparin ang kalooban ng Diyos. Ang mahalagang tanong ay hindi kung nasa panig natin ang Diyos, kundi kung tayo ay nasa panig Niya.

Madalas nating hilingin sa Diyos na pagpalain ang ating mga plano. Ngunit mas mabuting itanong, “Panginoon, sumusunod ba ako sa Iyong kalooban?” Ang tunay na tagumpay ay dumarating kapag isinusuko natin ang ating sarili sa Kanya.

Kaisipan sa Linggong Ito: Huwag hilinging sumama ang Diyos sa iyong plano. Hilinging ikaw ang sumunod sa Kanyang plano.

QQ: Nais mo bang pagpalain ng Diyos ang sarili mong plano, o handa kang sumunod sa Kanyang kalooban?

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24/07/2026

TRUTH FOR LIVING
Shaped Through Suffering

“It is doubtful God can use anyone greatly until He has hurt him deeply.” — CRS

God does not waste our pain. The deepest wounds often become the very places where His grace is displayed most clearly. Trials humble us, strengthen our faith, deepen our dependence on Christ, and equip us to comfort others. While suffering is never pleasant, God uses it to shape servants who reflect His heart and bring Him glory.

God's purpose in suffering is not to break His children but to build their character. A life that has been tested learns compassion, patience, and unwavering trust in the Lord. Those who have experienced God's comfort in their darkest moments are often the ones He uses to bring hope to others walking through similar valleys. What feels like a setback today may become tomorrow's testimony of His faithfulness.

If God is allowing a season of hurt in your life, trust that He is also preparing you for greater usefulness in His kingdom.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3–4; James 1:2–4; 2 Corinthians 12:9–10; 1 Peter 5:10

在苦難中被塑造

「除非神深深傷害一個人，否則祂大概不會大大使用他。」 — CRS

神從不浪費我們的痛苦。最深的傷痕，往往成為祂恩典最明顯彰顯的地方。試煉使我們謙卑，堅固我們的信心，教導我們更倚靠基督，也裝備我們去安慰那些受苦的人。雖然苦難並不容易，但神藉著它塑造祂的僕人，使他們活出榮耀祂的生命。

神允許苦難，不是要摧毀祂的兒女，而是要建立他們的品格。經過考驗的生命，學會了憐憫、忍耐，以及對主堅定不移的信靠。那些曾經在黑暗中經歷神安慰的人，往往最能成為別人的鼓勵。今天看似挫折的經歷，明天可能成為見證神信實的故事。

如果神正容許你經歷一段受傷的日子，請相信，祂也正在預備你，在祂的國度中成為更合用的器皿。

經文： 哥林多後書 1:3–4；雅各書 1:2–4；哥林多後書 12:9–10；彼得前書 5:10

Hinubog sa Pamamagitan ng Pagdurusa

“Malamang na hindi magagamit ng Diyos ang sinuman nang lubusan hangga't hindi muna siya nasasaktan nang malalim.” — CRS

Hindi sinasayang ng Diyos ang ating sakit. Kadalasan, ang pinakamalalalim nating sugat ang nagiging lugar kung saan pinakamaningning na nahahayag ang Kanyang biyaya. Ang mga pagsubok ay nagpapakumbaba sa atin, nagpapatatag ng ating pananampalataya, nagpapalalim ng ating pagtitiwala kay Cristo, at naghahanda sa atin upang maaliw din ang iba. Bagama't hindi madali ang pagdurusa, ginagamit ito ng Diyos upang hubugin ang Kanyang mga lingkod para sa Kanyang kaluwalhatian.

Ang layunin ng Diyos sa pagdurusa ay hindi upang durugin ang Kanyang mga anak kundi upang patatagin ang kanilang pagkatao. Ang buhay na dumaan sa pagsubok ay natututong maging mahabagin, matiisin, at matatag ang tiwala sa Panginoon. Ang mga nakaranas ng Kanyang kaaliwan sa pinakamadilim na sandali ay kadalasang nagiging daluyan ng pag-asa sa iba. Ang tila kabiguan ngayon ay maaaring maging patotoo ng Kanyang katapatan bukas.

Kung pinahihintulutan ng Diyos na dumaan ka sa panahon ng pagdurusa, magtiwala kang inihahanda ka rin Niya upang maging higit na kapaki-pakinabang sa Kanyang kaharian.

Talata: 2 Corinto 1:3–4; Santiago 1:2–4; 2 Corinto 12:9–10; 1 Pedro 5:10

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21/07/2026

TRUTH FOR LIVING
Sin's Consequences

"And when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was pleasant to the eyes, and a tree to be desired to make one wise, she took of the fruit thereof, and did eat, and gave also unto her husband with her; and he did eat."—Genesis 3:6

From the beginning, sin has promised pleasure while hiding its painful consequences. Eve saw the fruit as desirable, believed the serpent's deception, and chose to disobey God. Adam followed, and in that single act of rebellion, sin entered the human race. What once was perfect fellowship with God became separation, guilt, and death.

The effects of sin are still evident today. Instead of naturally loving God, we resist His authority. Instead of gladly obeying His Word, we often choose our own way. Like Adam and Eve, our first instinct is often to hide, make excuses, or blame someone else rather than confess our sin before God.

The good news is that God did not leave humanity without hope. Jesus Christ came to do what Adam could not. Through His death and resurrection, He offers forgiveness, reconciliation, and new life to all who repent and place their faith in Him. Freedom begins when we stop hiding and humbly confess, "I have sinned," and trust in Christ alone for salvation.

QQ: When I sin, do I make excuses, or do I humbly confess it to God and seek His forgiveness?

罪的後果

「於是女人見那棵樹的果子好作食物，也悅人的眼目，且是可喜愛的，能使人有智慧，就摘下果子來吃了；又給她丈夫，她丈夫也吃了。」 ——創世記 3:6**

從一開始，罪就用短暫的享樂來吸引人，卻隱藏了可怕的後果。夏娃看見果子令人喜愛，相信了蛇的謊言，選擇違背神；亞當也跟著吃了。就在那一刻，罪進入了人類，原本與神親密的交通變成了隔絕、羞愧和死亡。

直到今天，罪的影響仍然存在。我們常常抗拒神的權柄，而不是愛祂；選擇自己的道路，而不是順服祂的話語。就像亞當和夏娃一樣，我們很容易隱藏自己的罪、找藉口，甚至把責任推給別人，而不是坦然向神認罪。

感謝神，祂沒有讓人類停留在絕望之中。耶穌基督來到世上，完成了亞當無法完成的救恩。藉著祂的死與復活，凡悔改並信靠祂的人都能得著赦免、與神和好，並得著新的生命。真正的自由，始於我們停止隱藏，誠實地向神承認：「我犯了罪。」

QQ：當我犯罪時，我是找藉口，還是謙卑地向神認罪並尋求祂的赦免？

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13/07/2026

TRUTH FOR LIVING
Life's Highest Aim

"Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches: But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the LORD which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the LORD."
—Jeremiah 9:23–24

The world measures success by intelligence, influence, and wealth. Many spend their lives pursuing recognition, power, or financial security, believing these achievements will bring lasting satisfaction. Yet God declares that none of these things is worthy of our highest boast.

The greatest privilege in life is not possessing human wisdom, strength, or riches—it is knowing the Lord. To know God is more than learning facts about Him. It is to understand His character, trust His promises, and allow His truth to shape every part of our lives. As we grow in our relationship with Him, our values begin to reflect His love, justice, righteousness, and grace.

True fulfillment is never found in what we accomplish for ourselves but in walking closely with the One who created us. When Christ becomes the center of our lives, our ambitions are transformed, our priorities are reordered, and our hearts find lasting joy in Him.

QQ: What am I most proud of—my achievements, or my relationship with the Lord?

人生最高的目標

「耶和華如此說：『智慧人不要因他的智慧誇口，勇士不要因他的勇力誇口，財主不要因他的財物誇口。誇口的卻因他有聰明，認識我是耶和華，又知道我喜悅在世上施行慈愛、公平，和公義，以此誇口。這是耶和華說的。』」
——耶利米書 9:23–24

世人常以智慧、能力和財富來衡量成功。許多人努力追求名聲、權力和財富，以為這些成就能帶來真正的滿足。然而，神清楚告訴我們，這些都不是人生最值得誇耀的事。

人生最大的福分，不是擁有人的智慧、能力或財富，而是真正認識耶和華。認識神，不只是知道關於祂的知識，更是明白祂的本性，相信祂的應許，並讓祂的真理改變我們的生命。當我們越認識神，就越能活出祂的慈愛、公平、公義與恩典。

真正的滿足，不是來自自己的成就，而是來自與神同行。當基督成為我們生命的中心，我們的目標會改變，我們的價值觀會更新，我們也會在祂裡面找到真正持久的喜樂。

QQ： 我最引以為榮的是自己的成就，還是我與主的關係？

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10/07/2026

MISSIONARY-PASTOR PRAYER REQUEST

As we continue to pray for the Philippines, please also remember Taiwan in your prayers as it braces for Super Typhoon Bavi.
Local governments have announced work and class suspensions for Friday, July 10, 2026, in several areas expected to be most affected by the storm.

Full Work and Class Suspensions:
Northern Taiwan
• Taipei City
• New Taipei City
• Keelung City
• Taoyuan City
• Hsinchu City
• Hsinchu County
• Miaoli County
Eastern Taiwan
• Yilan County
• Hualien County

Partial Suspension
• Taichung City – Offices and schools are closed beginning 6:00 p.m. Friday and will remain closed through Saturday.
Work and Classes Continue as Usual
• Changhua County
• Nantou County
• Yunlin County
• Chiayi City
• Chiayi County
• Tainan City
• Kaohsiung City
• Pingtung County
• Kinmen County

Awaiting Official Announcements
• Penghu County
• Matsu (Lienchiang County)

Typhoon Bavi is expected to bring destructive winds, extremely heavy rainfall, dangerous flooding, landslides, and high waves, particularly across northern, western, and eastern Taiwan. Transportation has also been affected, with numerous domestic and international flights canceled or rescheduled, and several ferry services suspended. Emergency personnel, military units, helicopters, rescue vehicles, and water pumps have been mobilized to prepare for possible emergencies.
Please pray:
• 🙏 For God's protection over every family and community throughout Taiwan.
• 🙏 For the residents of Taipei City, New Taipei City, Keelung City, Taoyuan City, Hsinchu City, Hsinchu County, Miaoli County, Yilan County, Hualien County, Taichung City, Changhua County, Nantou County, Yunlin County, Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, Pingtung County, Kinmen County, Penghu County, and Matsu (Lienchiang County).
• 🙏 For the safety of emergency responders, medical personnel, utility workers, and government officials serving during this storm.
• 🙏 For those who may experience flooding, landslides, power outages, transportation disruptions, or evacuation.
• 🙏 For churches across Taiwan to shine the love of Christ by ministering to those affected.
• 🙏 That the Lord would weaken the storm, minimize damage, protect lives, and grant peace to every anxious heart.

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." — Psalm 46:1 (KJV)

Thank you for praying with us. As we intercede for the Philippines and Taiwan, may God surround both nations with His mercy, protection, and peace.

宣教牧師代禱請求
當我們持續為菲律賓禱告的同時，也請大家記念臺灣，因為**強烈颱風巴威（Bavi）**正逐漸逼近臺灣。
因應颱風來襲，地方政府已宣布**2026年7月10日（星期五）**部分縣市停止上班、停止上課，以維護民眾安全。

全天停止上班、停止上課地區：
北部地區
• 臺北市
• 新北市
• 基隆市
• 桃園市
• 新竹市
• 新竹縣
• 苗栗縣
東部地區
• 宜蘭縣
• 花蓮縣

部分停班停課：
• 臺中市－自星期五下午6:00起停止上班、停止上課，並持續至星期六全天。

照常上班、上課地區：
• 彰化縣
• 南投縣
• 雲林縣
• 嘉義市
• 嘉義縣
• 臺南市
• 高雄市
• 屏東縣
• 金門縣

尚未公布：
• 澎湖縣
• 連江縣（馬祖）

颱風巴威預計將帶來強風、豪雨、淹水、土石流及沿海巨浪，尤其是臺灣北部、西部及東部地區。許多國內外航班已取消或延誤，部分渡輪航線也已停航。政府已動員救災人員、國軍、直升機、救援車輛及抽水設備，積極做好防災準備。

請大家同心禱告：
🙏 求神保守臺灣各地的家庭與社區平安。
🙏 求神特別看顧**臺北市、新北市、基隆市、桃園市、新竹市、新竹縣、苗栗縣、宜蘭縣、花蓮縣、臺中市、彰化縣、南投縣、雲林縣、嘉義市、嘉義縣、臺南市、高雄市、屏東縣、金門縣、澎湖縣及連江縣（馬祖）**的居民。
🙏 求神保守第一線救災人員、醫護人員、公用事業工作人員及政府官員，在執行勤務時有智慧與平安。
🙏 求神眷顧可能面臨淹水、土石流、停電、交通中斷或撤離的民眾。
🙏 求神使用臺灣各地的教會，成為受災民眾的安慰、幫助與見證。
🙏 求神減弱颱風的威力，降低災害，保守人民生命財產安全，賜下平安與盼望。

「神是我們的避難所，是我們的力量，是我們在患難中隨時的幫助。」
— 詩篇 46:1

感謝您與我們一同代禱。當我們為菲律賓與臺灣守望時，願神施恩憐憫，親自保守這兩個國家，使人民平安、社會安定，並在風暴中經歷祂的慈愛與信實。

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