DINOBRINAS LIVING WATER : DAILY REFLECTION

May 19, 2013
SUNDAY
PENTECOST

Acts 2:1-11
Ps 104:1,24, 29-31, 34
Jn 20:19-23

ONE
“When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place.” -Acts 2:1

Pentecost. The day the Holy Spirit descended on the disciples of Jesus. The day we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit to the Church.

What strikes me in the passage above are the words “together” and “one.” “They were all together in one place.” I think this tells us that the Holy Spirit comes down on a united people, the Church. We have to be one with Church, one with each other in our faith in the Lord Jesus. Without this faith, we may not receive the fullness of the Holy Spirit...

DINOBRINAS LIVING WATER : DAILY REFLECTION

May 16, 2013
THURSDAY

Acts 22:30;23;6-11
Ps 16:1-2,5,7-11
Jn 17:20-26

OVERCOMER
“That night the Lord stood near him and said, “Keep up your courage!” -Acts 23:11

It is not a good experience when people talk behind my back and misinterpret my actions. Over the years, I have encountered a number of situations — some painful, others absurd. But I have learned to handle these times by hanging on to the Lord’s Word in John 8:32 which states that “truth will make you free.”

And yes, the Lord had been faithful, especially during the times that I wanted to give up already. He would always create a way to assure me of His love and vindication. Today, when these things happen, I know they are a test of character...

DINOBRINAS LIVING WATER : DAILY REFLECTION

May 15, 2013
WEDNESDAY

Acts 20:28-38
Ps 68:29-30, 33-36
Jn 17:11-19

ALL IN THE FAMILY
“It is more blessed to give than to receive.” -Acts 20:35

She pointed one toe after the other and smiled as she showed off shoes that fit her perfectly. They used to be mine. I bought them but wore them only a few times. When I saw they fit her, I gave them to my friend. At other times, I, too, am a recipient of someone’s generosity. It is a goo experience to receive gifts, but it is a great experience to be able to bless others. It is truly more blessed to give than to receive!

All that we have are gifts from the Lord. When we use them, we show Him how we appreciate them...