Because abuse is a very delicate subject, I would like to preface this article with biblical parameters and testimonies so that no one reading this will wield the tongue in the power of the flesh, but rather the Holy Spirit, when setting out to put the needed healthy boundaries that Pastor Ann Chan boldly discusses…
Category: About God, Bible, and Eternal Perspective
Not Getting What One Prays For: Interview with Pastor Ann Chan (Part 2)
BUTTERFLYINTHESPRING (BITS): What encouragement can you give to someone who feels let down in their faith in the word, when no breakthrough seems to happen for their prayers, for example to verses like “Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart (Psalm 37:4)” PASTOR ANN CHAN (AC): When…
Who’s In the Driver’s Seat?
Mark 8:34 (MSG) Calling the crowd to join his disciples, he said, “Anyone who intends to come with me has to let me lead. You’re not in the driver’s seat; I am. Don’t run from suffering; embrace it. Follow me and I’ll show you how. Spoken straight from God’s mouth, the above passage pierces. Isa…
Life Is Unfair
“Life is Unfair!” Have you ever thought or said this in frustration of what has been happening in your life? You may be surprised, but that is exactly what someone could be saying when they look at your life. Yes, despite the trials, grief, or injustice you face. Pastor Ann Chan of Covenant Evangelical Free…
God Is My Shepherd
Psalm 23:1 The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. God Himself is my personal Carer. As a shepherd takes care of the sheep’s needs, God takes care of me. Because He is my Provider as well, I lack nothing. I may not have all that I want but I have all that I need….
God Is My Helper
Do you sometimes feel helpless? Know that God is your all-knowing, all-powerful, everpresent Helper. In the Philippines, the word “helper” connotes the person under one’s employ who does one’s laundry and chores. This can lead to the wrong thinking of underestimating God. God as our Helper saves us from any man; He is a refuge,…
God Is The Strength Of My Heart
Have you felt weak at the knees from your circumstances? Have you tried to keep following God even when it was painful or difficult while you see others around you painlessly go through life as a spiritual spoiled brat? Do their actions contribute in some way to your circumstances today? Be encouraged. You are more…
Peace During Trouble
John 16:33 “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Jesus told His disciples about the difficulties and grief they would face but that joy would be coming after (John 16:22). We are encouraged…
Spiritual Warfare Prayer As Shared By Ms. Thelma Reyes from Deliverance Ministry
Sharing with you this freshly received prayer from Tita Thelma, Head of the CCF Deliverance Ministry: Heavenly Father, I bow in worship and praise before You. I cover myself with the blood of the Lord Jesus Christ as my protection during this time of prayer. I surrender myself completely and unreservedly in every area of…
Nothing to Separate Us From Christ’s Love
Rom 8:35 NIV Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? 36 As it is written: “For your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.”[j] 37 No, in all these things we…
BUTTERFLY IN THE SPRING 