God blesses those people who are treated badly for doing right. They belong to the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 5:10 CEV) Christ was persecuted because He proclaimed the Kingdom of Heaven which is characterized by righteousness and blessedness. He rose from the dead to conquer the power of death, which was the last enemy to … Continue reading Gold Dust No. 174

Take care of a fig tree and you will have figs to eat. Servants who take care of their master will be honored. (Proverbs 27:18 GNB) If we are diligent, faithful and do constantly water the seed we planted, it will grow and mature and will bear fruits during its season. We shall reap the … Continue reading Gold Dust No. 172

Patience and gentle talk can convince a ruler and overcome any problem. (Proverbs 25:15 CEV) We cannot win a soul through arguments and debates. Souls are won with kind words spoken with love and sincerity. The word of God is likened to a double-edged sword. It pierces the heart in such a way as to … Continue reading Gold Dust No. 171

Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. (Luke 6:36 NIV) The first great commandment is to love God with all our might, mind, heart and soul. The second is to love our neighbor as we love ourselves. Are we growing in love with God and with our neighbors? If we grow in love with … Continue reading Gold Dust No. 170

They will always be remembered and greatly praised, because they were kind and freely gave to the poor. (Psalms 112:9 CEV) We are stewards of all that God has given us. The talents, power, wealth and health are His. As faithful stewards, we are to use them for the common good. We are not to … Continue reading Gold Dust No. 169