Heralds Digest

The catastrophic Haitian 2010 quake has attracted phenomenon international supports in the history of UN relief efforts. Besides the devastation and destruction of lives and properties, it brought to light the beauties in the hearts of all humanity for one another. Hearts of compassion are greatly felt in the heat of calamities. While the act is wickedly, and not godly, God is still in control during times when evil strikes. Reporters have widely carried the unity among surviving Parishioners during the Sunday worship after the Haitian earthquake. The strike in Haiti has stricken a cord beyond the borders of Haiti; because it has brought a strong memory gain about the presence of God in the affairs of humanity. He is the Ruler of all the earth and rules in the hearts of all who bit at the impulse of His words.

Making a choice of investment require a carefully guided understanding of the required calling or vocation. Apart from the cost, in terms of financial and material resources required, the process time represents a significant quota in the investment. However, even in the best of economy and favourable marketplace, breakthrough require the disciple of the flesh - and that is due diligence. Diligence, more than competency, distinguishes professionals; but if combined, the result will be excellent. The flesh is the major source of inertia that the force of diligence is required to contend with. It delights in making excuses and promoting procrastination. While faith verifies right guidance, diligence validates professional and ministerial callings, no matter what the level or source of distractions are. The scriptures say " ...be even more diligent to make your call and election sure ".

The world's attention has been shifted to the earthquake in Haiti since last Tuesday, where tens of thousands of residents have been declared dead. While emotions of local and international scenes have been drawn, irrespective of race and religion, and besides few who seem to ascribe the catastrophe to curse, finding the access point to the sense of the present season is difficult. Although the scriptures is clear about apocalyptic events, where earthquake is major, understanding that access point to fruitful relationship with God will never attain a fully-developed mode is essential. There is always room for growth in heralds' relationship with God, especially in times like this. "Why should religious houses and priests suffer most during quakes?", many will wonder. If earthquakes are definitely believed as the scriptures predicted, the focus of the privileged should rather be on finding the access point to love and care for the less-privileged in every quake or cata...

Life provides a comprehensive mixture of resources for support and development of every concept of man. With properly guided commitments, from all of God's creation, to the environment, the earth will remain sustainable. As no one can ever be an island, everyone is expected to give sometimes and take at another time, depending on the nature of resources. While Elders (as reflected in people, institution, and authorities) are known by the experiences they have acquired, the Young is identified by the willingness to submit to the Elders . The management of the mixture of both Young and Elder in every man , under the Mighty hands of God , brings complete breakthrough. This special management skill is non-transferable. They are earned most times with difficulties and pain. But with the assurance of the Mighty hands of God, and the co-operation of His Spirit, promotion is certain.

The management of the recent outbreak of the H1N1 virus and the resulting panic in North America is highly commendable. Although some still refused to get mobilized for the vaccination, many residents are now confident that they are duly immunized against possible infection by the virus. The danger of virus infection start with the destabilization of the body system; and without care, the breakdown of the system can result into death. Likely, without infection, human relationship remain a perfect reflection of love and fellowship. Most good intentions are reversed due to ill-reception of previous interaction and fellowship with people. And without proper verification, cordial relationship breaks down. However, commitment of every good character to God is the proper way of immunization against infection. The keeping of one's soul is mostly influenced by the commitment to doing good to others, no matter the exposure and experience in relationships.

Without reference to a specific legal system, judicial proceedings may become complicated. Even within a state, there are different levels of laws and statutes regulating different activities among various systems. However, the major rule of every law is fairness. Suffering for generally acceptable good behavior is considered unfair within human justice system; but if in the will of God, divine justice says " ..it is better. ". The divine justice system is not only fair, it displays the love of God toward both contending parties. The sacrifice of the Lord Jesus Christ on Roman Cross is justice alienated in human legal system, but it is both fair and perfect in God's legal system. It brings promotion to the Son of God; and salvation to the enemies of God. Through suffering for righteousness' sake, God's heralds must hold on their trust in the righteous judgment of the Lord. If both warring parties are won in every judicial proceedings, all agents of wickedness will...

Without the legal system, it would be difficult to control the conducts of people within any particular system. Generally, people will hide under the interpretation of the law in order to predict every cause and effect of their actions in relationship with others. But in God's economy, all actions of man brings blessing, at the end, to all His children. Although in human consideration, revenge of ill-conceived actions may seem appropriate; it is a reflection of believer's misunderstanding of their calling. Being called unto blessing suggest that no action of man can ever lead to curse or evil. All things work together to perfect the good plan of God for His children. God's children are good and peaceful work of His amazing grace; so their works can never bring evil to fellow believers. The right perspective of God's call unto blessing will only lead every child of God to bless others; and be sincerely grateful to others for every cause and effect of their actions. The d...