PIPS TALK

John 4:23-24
23 But the time is coming—indeed it’s here now—when true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth. The Father is looking for those who will worship him that way. 24 For God is Spirit, so those who worship him must worship in spirit and in truth.”

True worship is not defined by a place, a schedule, or religious tradition, but by a heart that has been transformed by the Holy Spirit and anchored in the truth of God’s Word as revealed through Jesus Christ. It is a daily response of surrender, reverence, and love toward God, where worship flows not merely from outward expressions but from an inward reality of knowing who God is and what He has done.

"Worship is important to God because He seeks true worshipers, and it is our response to who He is and what He has done; Jesus fulfilled and corrected worship that had become tradition-bound under the Law, teaching that true worship is only possible through being born again by the Spirit and must be grounded in truth as revealed in Christ and His Word, not in human ideas or routines; since our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, worship is not limited to Sundays but is a daily, God-centered life of devotion in spirit and in truth." - Pastor Jeff Asirot

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Matthew 15:3 (NIV)
“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.”

Jesus used “salt” as a metaphor because we live in a decaying world filled with sin, corruption, injustice, and evil. Yet through our new identity in Christ, we are called to a greater purpose as the salt of the earth. Just as salt preserves food from spoilage, Christians are called to help preserve what is good and godly by standing against sin and influencing the world with righteousness and truth. Salt also enhances flavor, reminding us to bring hope, joy, encouragement, and the love of Jesus into the lives of others. Even a small amount of salt can make a big difference, showing that no act of faithfulness, kindness, or obedience to God is ever too small to impact others.

"Being salt and light is part of our identity as followers of Jesus. Like salt, we are called to influence others by preserving what is good, standing against sin, dishonesty, injustice, and corruption, and bringing hope, joy, and encouragement to those around us. When salt loses its saltiness through unfaithfulness and sin, it fails to fulfill its purpose and grieves the Holy Spirit. Living out this identity requires humility and obedience to God, recognizing that it is not because of our talents or abilities, but because of the blood of Jesus that we have been forgiven, blessed, and called to be a blessing to others." - Ptr. Jeff Asirot

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"For we walk by faith, not by sight."
2 Corinthians 5:7

Living by faith means choosing to trust God fully even when life feels uncertain, holding on to His promises rather than relying on what we can see. As 2 Corinthians 5:7 reminds us, we walk by faith, not by sight—anchored in deep trust in Him, learning to surrender our plans, fears, and desires into His hands, and allowing that surrender to shape our hearts. In doing so, faith becomes a source of true peace and stability, giving us calm in the midst of chaos and strength to keep moving forward no matter what comes our way.

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The enemy reminds us of our past, but we’re called to live with on our present and future—not just for motivation, but with faith and trust in God. As believers, we walk not by sight but by faith, understanding that the Word of God is not only meant to amaze us or give us information, but to be lived out with trust and obedience. As we read the 66 books of the Bible, God doesn’t just expect us to feel inspired—He calls us to have faith, to trust Him, and to obey, because it is impossible to please Him without faith. Just like the Trinity, the deity of Christ, and the Cross, these truths are not only to motivate us but to lead us into a life aligned with His purpose and design. The Word isn’t just for learning or inspiration; it calls us to trust, obey, and walk by faith, even when we don’t know what comes next. - Ptr. Jeff

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Ephesians 5:32 NIV

32 This is a profound mystery—but I am talking about Christ and the church.

A ready and faithful bride is not just someone who once said yes to Christ, but someone who continues to choose Him—over distractions, over compromise, over the world. It’s a life marked by consistency, devotion, and quiet obedience even when no one sees.

"Alam naman ni Christ na hindi perfect yung church, pero ganoon Niya minahal, ganoon lang din when we look for a partner, 'di naman perfect pero we are called to live a Godly life in marriage" - Pastor Jeff

See you next week, Pips!