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Science is Closer to Proving the Existence of God than ever. But does it really matter?
The visible Universe consists of hundreds of billions of galaxies, one of which is our Milky Way. It has up to four hundred billion stars. According to the latest NASA calculations, billions of planets like our own Earth must have all the preconditions for intelligent life. Where intelligent life is,…
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How Honest Are We Actually About Corruption?
We know too well the effects of lying, cheating, and hypocrisy, but we have made it into an art form. Why? Why are we so selfish and ignorant? The culture of corruption is widely accepted here, but has tarnished the image of our country abroad. We have become used to…
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Why Does God Allow Child-Prostitution?
One of the gripping moments during the visit of Pope Francis to the Philippines was when a twelve-year-old girl, with her tears flowing, asked the Pope why God allowed child prostitution. The Pope had no answer but comforted the girl with warmth and compassion. He later revealed wisely to the…
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Selling Lots in Heaven
Will you be ready if you die tomorrow? Have you reserved a spot in heaven? Just in case, contact me because I am not only a real estate agent selling lots in Davao City, but also belong to a church selling lots in heaven. It’s easy to acquire one if…
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The New Pope and the Old Catholic Church
I just saw a video of Pope Francis on his way to the Apostolic Nunciature in Manila, and I was touched deep in my heart. The visit is indeed a very significant event for all of us. It is a symbol of hope and a celebration of Filipino resilience. The…
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God’s Love Includes Lesbians and Gays
Our culture demands obedient behavior so that we fit in and do what’s expected of us according to the teachings of the Church. Proper behavior is essential if you don’t want to be labeled as weird. If you don’t fit, you may be perceived as someone whose destiny is hell.…
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Theory and more Practice: A Challenge to All of Us
Aside from religion and business, topics that really excite me are the principles that govern our behavior and ethics. We often know what is morally right, but in business, for example, we tend to think of profit before fair play. The gap between theory and practice widens if it benefits…
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Are you dating online? Never fall in love with an illusion
Online dating has become a worldwide industry, and many people have met successfully on the net. The other side of the coin is the significant number of scammers raking in large amounts daily from love-hungry victims. Here in the Philippines, scamming is feeding many cynical and dishonest men and women…
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Angels and Demons: A Foreigner’s Take on Love and Life in the Philippines
Angels and demons aren’t just abstract beliefs in the Philippines. Live there long enough and you’ll sense their presence in everyday life, especially in intimate relationships. The enduring influence of Spanish colonialism helped shape a culture where deep devotion and emotional intensity often go hand in hand, creating dynamics that…
