January 11, 2023
Do Not Dwell In The Past
December 05, 2022
Pinoy Father Celebrating Father's Day In Thailand 2022
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By Ianpassion Photo was taken hiking at Dao Kra Jai Waterfall, Satun, Thailand 2019 |
Every December 5 is Father's Day in Thailand, as well as the birthday of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej. It is a national holiday. Thais celebrate Father's Day by spending time with their fathers, such as by having a meal or going on a picnic.
Fathers are extremely important in a family. When there is strife in our family and broken relationships, our role as fathers is vital. Our presence and protection are important; our children need our strength and love as the source of their value and inspiration.
October 03, 2022
Praise May Appear Small But Powerful
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By Ianpassion Sunset at Langu Beach, Satun, Thailand, 2020 |
The young David had shown us that sometimes all we need to defeat the enemy (problems and fears) is a small stone.
The same is true of praise; sometimes all we need is praise. Praise is a weapon. Throughout the Scripture, we see how praise breaks chains, confuses the foes, and strengthens the weak people.
What The Almighty Wants Is Intimacy
Say What You Heard To Keep The Right Attitude
August 03, 2022
Don't Downplay The Risk of Everything
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By Ianpassion Picture was taken at Wangtainan Waterfall, Satun, Thailand |
This plant belongs to a palm family and is very attractive to look at. It also has a number of health benefits. But, along with its beauty and contribution to human health, it is thought to be the itchiest plant in Thailand once its juice touches our skin.
June 20, 2022
Focusing On The Limitless Almighty Father
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By Ianpassion Picture was taken at Paknam Camping Day, Satun, Thailand |
Sometimes we feel stuck as if we are facing a thick and very high wall. This is the end of the road. Our difficult situation attempts to condition us that there is no way out. It frames us to limit our focus and shrink our faith.
Finally, we are trapped in the routine of constant fear and worry. Did God tell us to trust Him with all our hearts? We become limited in our thinking because we fail to see our limitless Almighty Father.
March 10, 2022
We Don't Need To Be The Best To Be Accepted; Jeremiah
By Ianpassion |
Jeremiah had been chosen and consecrated since he was in his
mother's womb. This is amazing! Regardless of his status or the transgressions
inherited from his family and background, the Father accepted him.
However, this is not how the world today bases its approval.
What is common is that you must be good, intelligent, or wealthy in order to be
treated special. If at all possible, you must be perfect or conceal your
flaws. This, however, is not the case with Jeremiah. The Father accepted him
unconditionally.
February 03, 2022
We Attended The Funeral Of My Wife's Grandma
By Ianpassion |
January 13, 2022
Christmas 2021 Thanksgiving: Nana Says Thanks For Healing My Arm
Happy New Year 2022: As The Dear Pants For Water So I Pant For You
By Ianpassion Picture was taken at deer Farm, Pathalung Province, Thailand 2022 |
May we will overflow the blessings of our Father Almighty this year 2022. May He fills our hearts with His love and joy, give us good health, and continue to be gracious to us as we carry out His love to people.
New Year Reflection 2022: The Valley of Dry Bones
By Ianpassion Picture was taken at Phathalung Province, Thailand 2022 |
In a vision, Ezekiel saw a valley filled with dry bones.lt looks like a vast graveyard of bones of dead people.
What makes this story amazing was when Abba asked Ezekiel to prophesy to these bones, to speak life on them to come alive again. As Ezekiel was speaking, the bones started morphing, breath and life came into them, and became a massive army.
October 08, 2021
Reflections on Gratitude and Abba's Guidance
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By Ianpassion Picture was taken early morning at Bulon island, Satun, Thailand |
I'm grateful and humbled to be living in this country
surrounded by wonderful people. I often reflect on how far I've come and
acknowledge that it's through divine grace that I've overcome previous
challenges. As I strive to progress in life, I know there will be more hurdles
to overcome.
In the words of one of the Apostles, "Not that I have
already obtained this or have already reached the goal; but I press on to make
it my own... forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies
ahead. I press on towards the goal of the Heavenly call..." (Philippians
4:12-14).
August 20, 2021
What The Father Almighty Wants Is Intimacy
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By Ianpassion The picture was taken at the viewpoint in Manang, Satun Thailand |
"We cannot shut off, stop, or in any way diminish the Almighty Father's flow of love towards us. No matter what we do, we cannot cause the Almighty Father to stop loving us. Nothing can change the way He feels us." - T.D. Jakes
July 29, 2021
Say What You Heard To Keep The Right Attitude
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By Ianpassion Nemi feeding our chickens and ducks |
It hadn't
rained in the Promised Land in more than three years when the prophet Elijah
heard The Father Almighty say to his spirit, "rain." But, no matter
where he looked, there was not a cloud in the sky. It is impossible for it to
rain.
Elijah could
have reasoned, "I'm not going to tell anyone what I heard." They'll
think I'm insane." But he was well aware of who Abba is. His ways are
familiar to him. In a drought, Abba will talk to us about rain. In times of
adversity, He will speak to us about provision. When we are weak, He will speak
to us about strength. It is most of the time opposite of what we feel or
think.
June 17, 2021
Embracing Mortality: A Journey from Fear to Freedom
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By Ianpassion |
I went to a funeral recently, and it was different from the funerals I'm used to. The way they did things was unique and showed the beliefs and culture of the person who passed away and their family. But even though there were differences, there was one thing we all had in common - we all realized that we won't live forever.
No matter who we are or where we come from, we all have to face the fact that one day we will have to say goodbye to the people we love or they will say goodbye to us. It's scary to think that we won't be able to be with our loved ones anymore or see our dreams come true.
March 04, 2021
Chose Faith Over Fear
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By Ianpassion |
The book of Hebrews 12: 1 says: Seeing that we are surrounded by such a large cloud of witnesses, let us run the race ahead.
Can I say that all who are already in heaven are cheering us? We are not alone in the race of life. Heaven is full of people who believe in us. When we are disheartened and induced to quit, let us head up to the heavens and by faith, we listen to the voices who are cheering us.
February 10, 2021
Go Through Trials And Grow Through It
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By Ianpassion Photo Taken early morning at Manang Hill, Satun, Thailand |
Many times in our lives, we focus on the painful times when we are hurting, lonely, or undergoing medical treatment, and we believe they cannot be a part of the Father's plan.
We must trust that Abba will not make any mistakes even then. He planned every detail of our lives. He made no promises about there being no pain, suffering, or disappointment. But He did promise that everything would work out in the end for our good (see Romans 8:28).
November 17, 2020
How to Enjoy Our Stay in a Thai Village?
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By Ianpassion @Early morning cleaning at the farm.. |
I have been in Thailand for some years now. A milestone on the journey of my life to feel at home in a new home which is a thousand miles away from my home country.
I had gone through the ups and downs of life as part of the process to adjust to a new place. Thai culture and language are fascinating. I have learned humility, teachability, and flexibility in order to be connected. Continue reading here...
November 05, 2020
Hiking 2020 Reflection | What Does the Old Wineskin Mean?
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By Ianpassion |
I went back hiking to celebrate my birthday. Decided to save, I still wore maybe my 7 years old trekking pants, a gift from a friend.
It was funny, while fully concentrated grinding our coffee beans, my pants ripped somewhere. That made me think what the Scripture says about the old wineskin.
July 24, 2020
He Gives Us Rest
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By Ianpassion Light bulb, photo was taken at NaMi Farm |
June 28, 2020
The Power of Unity: Blessings, Healing, and Peace
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By Ianpassion
Picture taken at the Hill Top in Manang Satun, Thailand
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Indeed, the verse from Psalm 133 emphasizes the goodness and
pleasantness of dwelling together in unity. Living in peace and unity with
others, particularly within our families and friendships, creates an
environment that is receptive to blessings from a higher power. When we foster
unity, we position ourselves for the blessings of healing and peace that come
from a divine source.
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