A Christian's Overview for the Movie "Hall Pass"

One time, on our way home from I-don't-remember-where, my husband and I had this conversation:

My husband:  Have you heard of the movie "Hall Pass"?

Me: No. Why? What is the story about?

My husband: It is about two married men who were given the chance by their wives to do philandering for a week.

Me: You want me to give you Hall Pass, too? Is that what you mean by telling me that?

My husband: (Paused for a while). No. I don't want it. It sounds like "HELL PASS". I Don't want to be there!

Me: Hahahahaha! Learned Christian.

And we both laugh out loud :-)

There is nothing more I can say but thanks be to God for a  loving, considerate, and mostly, God-fearing husband. And  I am so grateful that we are continuously growing  in faith thru Bro Eli Soriano.

Seriously, this movie got a lot important  points to discuss with regards to violating  God's  will.  The chaotic story started when Rick's (Owen Wilson) and Fred's (Jason Sudeikis) wives got irritated and so overly annoyed with their constant cracking of dirty jokes and sidelong and slyly lascivious glances to other girls. So, to stop these crazy stuff on their better halves' heads,  they came up  with  this hall pass idea. They didn't worry much because they were quite confident that their husbands are lousy girl hunters. And as the husbands were busy "hunting", the women had their break and almost had extramarital affairs, too.

However, even with a wife-approved philandering, best buddies Rick and Fred  had difficulty living out their psychotic beliefs about life as unmarried guys. But in the end, they  have realized that they are so much dedicated to their vows more than how they imagined they were. 

There is no such thing as perfect, not even a marriage. And as what I have learned from Bro Eli Soriano, that is the very reason why God made all  the commandments. He knows that people has the tendency to go the way they shouldn't take. So, to keep the  relationship properly nurtured, it must be flourished with the best guides to  follow everyday. A lot of books now have been written on how to this or how to do that- books about almost everything for everyday living. But there is this one book that will provide the only correct set of rules to follow- the Bible.

To Christians, marriage is a very sacred thing and a life-long commitment. Its a vow blessed by God that once you said yes to marriage, there is no turning back.
  

James 5:12 Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear—not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple “Yes” or “No.” Otherwise you will be condemned.

Only death can separate a Christian couple. In sickness and in health, for better or for worse,until death do they part.So, whatever difficulties and struggles come in each couple's way, they should stick together until the end. A Christian couple is strictly and firmly bounded to God's law.

(Romans 7:2) “For the woman which hath an husband is bound by the law to her husband so long as he liveth; but if the husband be dead, she is loosed from the law of her husband.”

 In marriage, philandering and adultery is not acceptable for Christians. In the story, women let their husbands do it because they got pissed off. But, if you are a  Christian, you will never push your husband to do such  because it is a serious offense against God's will. In the story's climax, the wives had nearly done cheating, too. In real life, this scenario makes satan so, so happy since preys bite his bait willingly. So, when we see bad thoughts pop up on your partner's mind- block it immediately so as not to let satan step in.

Hebrews 13:4   Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral. 

The main guys in the film were so inconsiderate about how their wives would feel when they openly express their wild lunatic thoughts when seeing other gal's skin and curves laid before their eyes. Women are fragile by nature, emotionally and physically. And that is the reason why God commanded husbands to be so protective extra careful with their wives.

1 Peter 3:7   Husbands, in the same way be considerate as you live with your wives, and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of the gracious gift of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers. 

And discussing about their crazy fantasies about other females is not only about being uncaring and insensitive about their wives' feelings, but the act  of fantasizing about other girls also made them commit adultery already. Only few knows that adultery is only committed if there is a physical contact. Well, blame it to the religious leaders that only cares for the tithes. They Pretend to be of God, but their teachings show otherwise and most of the times, using God's word for profit.

 Matthew 5:27-28  “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery,²⁸But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.

 

Ones married, the man is one with the woman and they should be working and moving as one body. They have to work hand in hand. A Christian couple is admonished by God to live under God’s law.

1 Corinthians 7:4-5  The wife does not have authority over her own body but yields it to her husband. In the same way, the husband does not have authority over his own body but yields it to his wife. 

So to couples, put God and His law in the center and with His mercy and grace, everything will be alright.

Related links:

 Love is lovelier the second time around.. with God

Strangers Again

Why Relationships Fail 

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Will God hear the Prayer of a Woman Facing an Abortion?

I saw this poem in one of my Facebook friend's posts. The title caught my attention  and so, I read it. Initially, I don't have the intention of putting the link here, but when I was halfway done, I realized I have to.

So, here is the poem that obligated me to compose this entry.

Prayer of a Woman Facing an Abortion

The choice has been made.
One of the hardest of my life.
Bless me as I go forth.
Help me to face the guilt I feel
so that I may not run from the truth.
Empower me to own the fear in my heart
that I may have compassion
for others who share my pain.
Bless all who support me
with the strength of their love.
Amen.

People, most often than not, thinks that he is always doing the right decision, without him knowing that it will bring him to perdition. Bible is right, and it can never go wrong.

Proverbs 14:12 There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death. 

 

Firstly, a human knows in his heart that he must not kill anyone and yet, will still commit such crime. God has placed commandments in each person's heart. So, even if he never had the chance to listen to the true God-sent preacher, he can recognize right from wrong. 

  

Romans 2:15 They show that the requirements of the law are written on their hearts, their consciences also bearing witness, and their thoughts sometimes accusing them and at other times even defending them.

And God loved us all so much that He gave us freedom to choose, and even reminded us to pick the way going to Him in eternal life. But in this poem, it says that the choice has been made. Well, then its a wrong choice- abortion should never be an option.

Deutoronomy 30:19 This day I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live.

 

But why is it that there are a lot of women committing abortion? Is it because they do not feel emotionally and financially responsible and ready enough to have children? Or can it be that, they are too self-centered that they want to take more care of themselves than look over a child? Is it  also possible that its an unwanted child from a forbidden relationship? Rape victim? Among all these reasons, nothing is good enough to justify aborting a child in his mother's womb. God is the only one who can give and take away life, and however which way He wish, He is God and His will, we follow and accept. 

Deuteronomy 32:39 Now see that I, even I, am He,And there is i kill and I make alive; I wound and I heal; Nor is there any who can deliver from My hand. no God besides Me...

I am a human- and I am a woman. So, I know how the feeling would be like if I will be in any of these female dilemmas, but  thanks be to God that I  was able to understand God's will and His loving kindness to us, humans. In everything, He has reasons. God is far more bigger than any problem we will encounter in this journey called life. God is good. He is just a prayer away and He will not forsake anyone who sincerely asks for His help. Even friends or parents, in some cases, may urge a confused gal to resort to abortion. One should not listen.God knows better than any parent ever lived. And, mind you- killing is to satan.

Psalms 103:8 The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy.

Lastly, there are things that God hates the most. and this includes abortion. So, why pray for guidance when you are about to commit abortion? its completely absurd.

Proverbs 6:17 There are six things the Lord hates,seven that are detestable to him haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies and a man who stirs up dissension among brothers. 

So, will God listen to this prayer? I dont think so. It is against His will and commandment.

Thanks be to God that I have learned all these from the only sensible preacher I have ever heard, Bro Eli Soriano. 

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MCGI: Getting Ready for Q1 2011 International Thanksgiving

 "God's Word will prevail. Obey him or not, He will prevail. Believe Him or not, He is God. You cannot add to Him, you cannot deduct anything from Him. He do not need us, we need Him... Whether we follow, whether we disobey, He will be like Himself forever... He will always be GOD... believe Him or not, He will not lost anything, but if we do not believe, we will lost everything..."  - Bro Eli Soriano

True, indeed. So on this coming 25-27th of March 2011, Members of Church of God International will again gather and offer Thanksgiving and praises to our God. In this light, hundred thousands members will rush to the ADD Convention Center in Pampanga, Philippines and in major coordinating centers worldwide,. They will not only be well-equipped with the things needed for the three day-event, but also have a prepared heart to absorb all the new wisdoms that will be opened through God's messengers of our time, Bro Eli Soriano and Bro Daniel Razon. And of course, excitement and delight  can be expected in each member's face amidst the physical discomforts that awaits. Aside from the prepared topics, Bro Eli will also impart additional knowledge during consultation time wherein members and non-members as well, will get an opportunity to ask him things concerning faith and other issues. 

And out of them shall proceed thanksgiving and the voice of them that make merry: and I will multiply them, and they shall not be few; I will also glorify them, and they shall not be small.

 As what Bro Eli keeps on reminding the whole congregation, the best thing men can give to God is following His law and continuously give thanks to Him. Whatever men have in life- good things or seems-to-be-bad-things, God has given it to mankind for betterment. Nobody may know what it is, and it may also remain unknown, but it doesnt matter. He knows best, and no one can question it.  And because of these,  MCGI is giving thanks to God as frequent as doing a 3-day International Thanksgivng for four times a year, and weekly whole day Thanksgiving. MCGI is the only and first ever religious group that does thanksgiving this way.

I Tessalonica 5:18 -give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

Acts 17:28 -For in him we live and move and have our being. As some of your own poets have said, ‘We are his offspring. 

Household helpers: Never a lesser man...

I was touched with the importance and respect my American boss and his family is giving to their Filipina maid. Upon seeing them, I felt compelled to write something about househelps. I saw a lot of people that giving importance to their helpers, but sad to say that there are also some that are so cruel.         

                                                                                                

 In this world we live in, there are really people who treat less fortunates as trashes. And these people acts like they are  human beings of higher class, then looking at poor people as lesser man. Well, elite, feeling-elite or just an elite-wannabe, its just the same. As long as they treat poor people so bad, it is really a prick in  the heart. I have seen a lot of people of this kind. And what's ironic is, they still see themselves as fair and just. But as what I've learned from bible through Bro Eli: there are things that people perceive as correct but in reality, they lead themselves to danger.

Proverbs 16:25

There are ways that seems right to a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.

I learned this from Bro Eli: you should not limit yourself on doing good to your loved ones, relatives or even close friends only because it is normal. God is asking us to jump out of that zone. He is asking us to do good to all.

Galatians 6:10

As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good to all men, especially to them who are of the household of faith.

The most common prey I know are the househelps. In the Philippines, househelps are receiving salary ranging from P2,000.00 to P3,000.00 pesos maybe and an estimate of P10,000.00 if they work abroad. At this amount, some are thinking that these helpers are already their slaves. And they maybe even think that at this price, they can do whatever they want. Idont know why, but when I see people maltreating others, my selective memory stores it in my brain.Let me have some classic examples.

One of my friend's sister from abroad went back home for a vacation with her family. She asked the maid to wash her blouse that she bought on sale in Glorietta for, if I am not  mistaken,  P2,000.00. This poor maid washed the blouse but she accidentally stained it with dark-colored spots. To make this story short, this girl asked the maid to pay the blouse with her 1 month salary. But that $2,000.00 will cover her family's 30-days expenses in the province. So, sorry for the maid's family, no food for 30 days. Or maybe, any of her family  member cannot buy medicine and needs to wait for one more month. That's the life of poor.- hand-to-mouth. It is really heart-breaking. For sure she still has a lot of P2,000.00 to but a replacement for the stained blouse but she has chosen to make the maid suffer for a month. P2,000.00 for her is just a 1-hour  of working partime in abroad.

One more scenario that, until now, is clear on my memory: There is this 8-year-old child who was looking for some stuff in her big bag. Frustrated that she was, she turned to the helper and asked to look for whatever-it-is thing. Unfortunately, she cant also find it. Out of frustration, she hit the helper for more than five times in the face. Exactly on that moment, the mother came in, saw what was happening. Surprisingly- instead of asking what happened or telling her child to stop hitting the maid, she also scolded the poor helper. An 8-year-old child can already tell which is good and which is bad. But with this kind of mother that she has, she already had a mindset that maids are not worthy of respect. Take note: this child is always treating maids a slave and this story is only one of those "tragic moment" the maid had with this spoiled child. yes, spoiled. As in rotten. So there are two lessons here: First, be considerate to the needy; and next is teach children how to respect others. It all starts at home. There is no way parents can blame it on TV shows, or any other outside influences because it is at home she absorbs basic things in life. God respects people, so the more that we should be religious on respecting others, too regardless of their status in the society.

Psalm 138:6
Though the LORD [be] high, yet hath he respect unto the lowly: but the proud he knoweth afar off.

 There are even cases that is much worse than these just like the video below.

Maids are the ones making our daily loads ligher. They serves as our extension when we are away. They take care of our house, our children, all that we value at home. They are somehow part of our extended family, and most of all, they are human beings, too. God made them, too. So lets treat them right. And God's heart is more close to those less priveleged and oppressed. That is the reason why household helpers are never a lesser man.

Related links:

http://esoriano.wordpress.com/category/human-rights/

http://esoriano.wordpress.com/category/heaven/

http://esoriano.wordpress.com/category/friendship/

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Happy birthday, Weavedthoughts!

It all started with an invitation from a brethren. As part of our church work, he asked me if I want to try blogging. Though I dont actually have the talent, I gave blogging a chance. And exactly today, 14 February, Weavedthoughts is celebrating its first year as blogsite. I know, I am just a wannabe but with God's help I believe I can write something that is somehow worthwhile. From this day beyond, hopefully God would allow me to write about things that coincide with all the learnings and wisdoms Bro. Eli and Kuya has Daniel thaught us. I admit that on its first year, my moods were swinging up and down. And it is not good. So, from this day onwards, I will double my prayer that God may give me stronger drive to keep me going. Writing is not my forte. I am just an ordinary person walking to and fro on the streets everyday. I am just an ordinary employee doing a job that a talented or brilliant person would not take. I am an empty vessel that has no worth at all but I thank God for this work that I love doing. Thanks be to God for His unspeakable wonders. 

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