Marriage is one of God’s greatest gifts, but it is also one of life’s greatest responsibilities. It is beautiful, but it is not easy. Over the years, whether by observation, conversations with couples, or simply reflecting on life and ministry, I have seen that marriages often break down for familiar reasons. Communication fails, trust is … Continue reading Three Reasons Marriages Fail, One Reason They Last
As the nation and the world commemorate Holy Week, many of us are drawn again to the familiar images of Jesus that shaped our childhood and our religious imagination. Growing up in the Philippines, the image of Jesus that surrounded me was often tender, soft, and seemingly helpless. I saw Him as the Sto. Niño, … Continue reading The Risen King We Need
When people are dating, it is easy to focus on chemistry, attraction, shared interests, and emotional connection. Those things matter, of course, but if you are serious about marriage, you need to look beyond kilig and pay attention to character, values, and habits. One of the clearest windows into a person’s character is how that … Continue reading Financial Red Flags in Dating: Wisdom Matters