When God Says …
“And, behold, a woman in the city, which was a sinner, when she knew that Jesus sat at meat in the Pharisee's house, brought an alabaster box of ointment, and stood at his feet behind him weeping, and began to wash his feet with tears, and did wipe them with the hairs of her head, and kissed his feet, and anointed them with the ointment.” (Luke 7:37-38 KJV).
The setting is in the house of Simon, a Pharisee (Luke 7:36). A woman with deep sense of gratitude from the city came. This woman was the paradox of the host Pharisee. He was a man. She was a woman. He was legalistic and pompously religious. She was immoral. He was a pious pretender. She was loose. He was self-righteous. She was a sinner. He was stiff. She was buoyant. He was orthodox. She was extravagant and bold in showing her gratitude and love for the Lord. The key message, however, is that the Lord Jesus Christ was open to both types of people and longed to show love and share God's grace to both.
As this story unfolds, however, the woman was clearly the one blessed much for her authenticity. She came humbly in the presence of grace with gratefulness. Which we should reflect, how do we respond to the presence of the Lord Jesus in our midst? His presence is with us when we gather together in His name (Matthew 18:20) and even in us individually (Romans 8:9-10; Galatians 2:20) as we surrender to His grace by faith, sinful as we are like this city woman. One may wonder: how about you and I? How do we respond to the presence of grace in the Person of Christ Jesus with us? Equally revealing, how do we respond to the presence of someone like the immoral woman among us knowing that the Lord told us that our treatment of others is also our treatment of him? And, we’re not perfect either.
Do we have the attitude of the arrogant self-righteous host Simon the Pharisee? With the guidance and teaching of the Holy Spirit, it is therefore fitting for us to reflect on these Words of the Lord, as it is written: “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.’ Then the righteous will answer him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? And when did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? And when did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?’ And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.’” (Matthew 25:34-40 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Monday, September 29, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:36 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“And one of the Pharisees desired him that he would eat with him. And he went into the Pharisee's house, and sat down to meat.” (Luke 7:36 KJV).
This passage sets the stage for a profound and powerful convergence between the Lord Jesus Christ and two other contrasting individuals. This takes place at the house of a Pharisee, a member of the Jewish religious group, who invited the Lord Jesus to dine with him. The Pharisees were widely known for their zeal of adherence to the letter of their law and their self-righteousness, often looking down on those they considered to be sinners.
But, the Lord Jesus Christ has no issue accepting the invitations of Pharisees, as it is His mission to bring the Gospel of the grace of God to every soul. His being with the status of a Pharisee’s guest does not mean He will be subservient to the host. In one instance it's revealed He dined with the tax collector named Levi (Matthew 9:10-12). The Pharisees criticized Him for eating with cultural outcasts and religious offenders. Yet our Lord Jesus Christ dismissed them by saying, "I have not come to call the righteous but sinners to repentance" (Luke 5:29–32). Ironically, even when the Lord is reclining at the home of a Pharisee, a sinner finds Him (Luke 7:37). It should not be surprising even to a Pharisee when the "sick" finds the "Physician" to seek healing (Luke 5:31).
This should be a subtle reminder for us to note that our Lord, Savior and Healer is very available always for us to come to Him with no restriction. We can come to His presence as we are - authentic and with no make over, even when He is reclining at the table to ‘meat’ or to dine. And, we will receive what we come for. It is written: “And great crowds came to him, bringing with them the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others, and they put them at his feet, and he healed them, so that the crowd wondered, when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled healthy, the lame walking, and the blind seeing. And they glorified the God of Israel.” (Matthew 15:30-31 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“And one of the Pharisees desired him that he would eat with him. And he went into the Pharisee's house, and sat down to meat.” (Luke 7:36 KJV).
This passage sets the stage for a profound and powerful convergence between the Lord Jesus Christ and two other contrasting individuals. This takes place at the house of a Pharisee, a member of the Jewish religious group, who invited the Lord Jesus to dine with him. The Pharisees were widely known for their zeal of adherence to the letter of their law and their self-righteousness, often looking down on those they considered to be sinners.
But, the Lord Jesus Christ has no issue accepting the invitations of Pharisees, as it is His mission to bring the Gospel of the grace of God to every soul. His being with the status of a Pharisee’s guest does not mean He will be subservient to the host. In one instance it's revealed He dined with the tax collector named Levi (Matthew 9:10-12). The Pharisees criticized Him for eating with cultural outcasts and religious offenders. Yet our Lord Jesus Christ dismissed them by saying, "I have not come to call the righteous but sinners to repentance" (Luke 5:29–32). Ironically, even when the Lord is reclining at the home of a Pharisee, a sinner finds Him (Luke 7:37). It should not be surprising even to a Pharisee when the "sick" finds the "Physician" to seek healing (Luke 5:31).
This should be a subtle reminder for us to note that our Lord, Savior and Healer is very available always for us to come to Him with no restriction. We can come to His presence as we are - authentic and with no make over, even when He is reclining at the table to ‘meat’ or to dine. And, we will receive what we come for. It is written: “And great crowds came to him, bringing with them the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others, and they put them at his feet, and he healed them, so that the crowd wondered, when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled healthy, the lame walking, and the blind seeing. And they glorified the God of Israel.” (Matthew 15:30-31 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Sunday, September 28, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:34-35 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“The Son of man is come eating and drinking; and ye say, Behold a gluttonous man, and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners! But wisdom is justified of all her children.” (Luke 7:34-35 KJV).
In these passages, the Lord Jesus reminds us how preposterous are the complaints of His religious enemies. When "The Son of man is come eating and drinking; and ye say, Behold, a gluttonous man, and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners!" Yet, He loves them. The religious stiffness of the Pharisees and priests failed them to recognize the presence of the Messiah. Only with our spiritual eyes opened by grace through believing, this shows us the radical love and acceptance that the Lord embodies, and calls us to emulate in our daily lives. But His enemies were quick to judge Him based on appearances. They label Him based on their narrow religious view of goodness and righteousness. The Lord Jesus is the embodiment of Him being full of grace and truth (John 1:14). And this truth we must always hold strongly in our hearts.
The true children of God - that is by grace through faith in Christ Jesus, live life wisely, manifest from the inside out. It is not a life of trying hard to do in self-effort, pressured by religious rigmaroles. Resting in total reliance of the Lord's grace, by wisdom built within through the spirit of the Word and led by the Holy Spirit, much fruit is produced in the life of those who believe. Having been born again in spirit, being a branch connected to the vine - who is the Lord Jesus Christ, we are made wiser and we flourish. Wisdom is justified though us! This, the Lord Jesus proclaims and affirms, He says: “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5 ESV).
“The Son of man is come eating and drinking; and ye say, Behold a gluttonous man, and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners! But wisdom is justified of all her children.” (Luke 7:34-35 KJV).
In these passages, the Lord Jesus reminds us how preposterous are the complaints of His religious enemies. When "The Son of man is come eating and drinking; and ye say, Behold, a gluttonous man, and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners!" Yet, He loves them. The religious stiffness of the Pharisees and priests failed them to recognize the presence of the Messiah. Only with our spiritual eyes opened by grace through believing, this shows us the radical love and acceptance that the Lord embodies, and calls us to emulate in our daily lives. But His enemies were quick to judge Him based on appearances. They label Him based on their narrow religious view of goodness and righteousness. The Lord Jesus is the embodiment of Him being full of grace and truth (John 1:14). And this truth we must always hold strongly in our hearts.
The true children of God - that is by grace through faith in Christ Jesus, live life wisely, manifest from the inside out. It is not a life of trying hard to do in self-effort, pressured by religious rigmaroles. Resting in total reliance of the Lord's grace, by wisdom built within through the spirit of the Word and led by the Holy Spirit, much fruit is produced in the life of those who believe. Having been born again in spirit, being a branch connected to the vine - who is the Lord Jesus Christ, we are made wiser and we flourish. Wisdom is justified though us! This, the Lord Jesus proclaims and affirms, He says: “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Saturday, September 27, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:33 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine; and ye say, He hath a devil.” (Luke 7:33 KJV).
The environment during the time of the Lord's human form here on earth was the conflagration of varying religious and social beliefs. It is mirrored by the same climate the world we are in, with the same complex web of beliefs following doctrines and precepts of men as with the religious Jews during the time of the Lord's physical ministry. The religious Pharisees and priests are busy building kingdoms of religion like what we can observe in this present time we are in. When John the Baptist came to bring the message of repentance into this world, and with the message of grace and truth that came by Jesus Christ (John 1:17), the religious establishments vehemently resist to protect their business enterprises (John 11:50).
John the Baptist, the harbinger for the Lord Jesus, and the Lord Jesus Himself came with contrasting approach to accomplish their intertwined mission. John the Baptist came with an ascetic lifestyle, eating locusts and wild honey, and abstaining from wine. In contrast, the Lord Jesus was more open to partaking in banquets and wine, and He associated with a wide range of people, including tax collectors and "sinners". The crowd accused John of having a devil. And the Lord was called a glutton and a winebibber (Matthew 11:19).
The religious beliefs of many failed them to recognize the harbinger and the One ushered in. This passage is a stir up call for those who allow themselves to be deceived by religion and refused to live in the grace of God. They kept asking for a sign (Matthew 16:1) when both John the Baptist and the Lord had been there present in the flesh with signs and wonders of heavenly seal. It's their time to be saved if only they come to the presence of the Lord, believing.
And, for those of us who are made children of God by grace through faith in Christ Jesus, we are reminded to stand strong. We are expected to remain discerning to see the signs and miracles the Lord Jesus displayed for us to see who He is. Otherwise, for those asking more signs, the only sign you ought to hone in is the sign of the prophet Jonah (Jonah 1:17), pointing to the Lord's rising from the dead. The Lord said: “And in the morning, It will be foul weather to day: for the sky is red and lowring. O ye hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky; but can ye not discern the signs of the times? A wicked and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given unto it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas. And he left them, and departed.” (Matthew 16:3-4 KJV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine; and ye say, He hath a devil.” (Luke 7:33 KJV).
The environment during the time of the Lord's human form here on earth was the conflagration of varying religious and social beliefs. It is mirrored by the same climate the world we are in, with the same complex web of beliefs following doctrines and precepts of men as with the religious Jews during the time of the Lord's physical ministry. The religious Pharisees and priests are busy building kingdoms of religion like what we can observe in this present time we are in. When John the Baptist came to bring the message of repentance into this world, and with the message of grace and truth that came by Jesus Christ (John 1:17), the religious establishments vehemently resist to protect their business enterprises (John 11:50).
John the Baptist, the harbinger for the Lord Jesus, and the Lord Jesus Himself came with contrasting approach to accomplish their intertwined mission. John the Baptist came with an ascetic lifestyle, eating locusts and wild honey, and abstaining from wine. In contrast, the Lord Jesus was more open to partaking in banquets and wine, and He associated with a wide range of people, including tax collectors and "sinners". The crowd accused John of having a devil. And the Lord was called a glutton and a winebibber (Matthew 11:19).
The religious beliefs of many failed them to recognize the harbinger and the One ushered in. This passage is a stir up call for those who allow themselves to be deceived by religion and refused to live in the grace of God. They kept asking for a sign (Matthew 16:1) when both John the Baptist and the Lord had been there present in the flesh with signs and wonders of heavenly seal. It's their time to be saved if only they come to the presence of the Lord, believing.
And, for those of us who are made children of God by grace through faith in Christ Jesus, we are reminded to stand strong. We are expected to remain discerning to see the signs and miracles the Lord Jesus displayed for us to see who He is. Otherwise, for those asking more signs, the only sign you ought to hone in is the sign of the prophet Jonah (Jonah 1:17), pointing to the Lord's rising from the dead. The Lord said: “And in the morning, It will be foul weather to day: for the sky is red and lowring. O ye hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky; but can ye not discern the signs of the times? A wicked and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given unto it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas. And he left them, and departed.” (Matthew 16:3-4 KJV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Friday, September 26, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:31-32 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“And the Lord said, Whereunto then shall I liken the men of this generation? and to what are they like? They are like unto children sitting in the marketplace, and calling one to another, and saying, We have piped unto you, and ye have not danced; we have mourned to you, and ye have not wept.” (Luke 7:31-32 KJV).
The Lord Jesus, in these passages, uses the analogy of children sitting in the market place playing contrasting genre of music to highlight His critical observation of the people of their generation and the present generation too. They are callous, and numb as a frozen rock, unresponsive and resistive to John the Baptist's message of repentance and the Lord's gospel of the grace of God. When the children calls out to one another to engage them to dance with the joyful songs they piped, the other children refuse to dance, much like how the people rejected the Lord's joyous message of grace and hope. When the children played a sad funeral song and expected others to mourn, the other children refused to cry, much like how they rejected John the Baptist's serious calls to repent.
The piping and dancing highlights the Lord's joyful invitation to celebrate in grace, while the mourning and weeping points to the serious approach of John's call to repentance and salvation. The rejection of both invitations reflects the spiritual apathy and contempt that the Lord Jesus encountered among the religious Jews. We are therefore reminded by these passages of the dangers of religion for us to be hindered responding to the message of truth that John the Baptist heralds and the Lord Jesus is offering to all so everyone shall have life everlasting. The Lord Jesus said: “...I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” (John 10:10b ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
“And the Lord said, Whereunto then shall I liken the men of this generation? and to what are they like? They are like unto children sitting in the marketplace, and calling one to another, and saying, We have piped unto you, and ye have not danced; we have mourned to you, and ye have not wept.” (Luke 7:31-32 KJV).
The Lord Jesus, in these passages, uses the analogy of children sitting in the market place playing contrasting genre of music to highlight His critical observation of the people of their generation and the present generation too. They are callous, and numb as a frozen rock, unresponsive and resistive to John the Baptist's message of repentance and the Lord's gospel of the grace of God. When the children calls out to one another to engage them to dance with the joyful songs they piped, the other children refuse to dance, much like how the people rejected the Lord's joyous message of grace and hope. When the children played a sad funeral song and expected others to mourn, the other children refused to cry, much like how they rejected John the Baptist's serious calls to repent.
The piping and dancing highlights the Lord's joyful invitation to celebrate in grace, while the mourning and weeping points to the serious approach of John's call to repentance and salvation. The rejection of both invitations reflects the spiritual apathy and contempt that the Lord Jesus encountered among the religious Jews. We are therefore reminded by these passages of the dangers of religion for us to be hindered responding to the message of truth that John the Baptist heralds and the Lord Jesus is offering to all so everyone shall have life everlasting. The Lord Jesus said: “...I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” (John 10:10b ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Thursday, September 25, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:29-30 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“And all the people that heard him, and the publicans, justified God, being baptized with the baptism of John. But the Pharisees and lawyers rejected the counsel of God against themselves, being not baptized of him.” (Luke 7:29-30 KJV).
We just witnessed the Lord Jesus explained to the crowd the significance of John the Baptist as the greatest among the prophets born of women. He heralds the Messiah's coming and prepares the hearts of the Jews for their Savior. In these passages, Luke is revealing their recognition of God's righteousness through the message they heard by Christ Jesus. The message of the Lord Jesus is clear for them who have been baptized by John the Baptist. Their hearts are prepared for the truth! They're the publicans and tax collectors, and perhaps some who are less or non religious Jews. They submit themselves to public declaration of repentance (turning back to God), through total emersion in water of the baptism of John affirming their repentance. This they do by turning from their direction of running away from God in a complete turn around to return to God's loving arms. In so doing, they receive salvation through grace, by faith in the Lord Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:8-9).
The Pharisees and the lawyers (the Scribes) on the other hand who were not baptized by John the Baptist, rejected the counsel of God through the message of truth by the Lord Jesus Christ. Their avoidance and resistance against John's baptism made their hearts hardened and unprepared to receive their Savior - the Lord Jesus Christ, and His words. These religious Jews claimed to be children of Abraham and that God is their Father, but failed to recognize and receive the Lord Jesus Christ (John 8:33-42). This, therefore, serves as a stirring up for those who cling to their religion as a way to God, following man-made doctrines of dos and don'ts. God is calling you: come to grace in the Person of the Lord Jesus Christ (John 1:17). Receive His Lordship and be born again by faith, as the Lord Jesus Christ revealed to one of the Pharisees named Nicodemus in John 3:3.
Referring to these egotist unrepentant religious Jews, and to all religious people of these days, in the account recorded by the Apostle John, it is written: “Jesus said to them, “If God were your Father, you would love me, for I came from God and I am here. I came not of my own accord, but he sent me. Why do you not understand what I say? It is because you cannot bear to hear my word. You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies. But because I tell the truth, you do not believe me.” (John 8:42-45 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“And all the people that heard him, and the publicans, justified God, being baptized with the baptism of John. But the Pharisees and lawyers rejected the counsel of God against themselves, being not baptized of him.” (Luke 7:29-30 KJV).
We just witnessed the Lord Jesus explained to the crowd the significance of John the Baptist as the greatest among the prophets born of women. He heralds the Messiah's coming and prepares the hearts of the Jews for their Savior. In these passages, Luke is revealing their recognition of God's righteousness through the message they heard by Christ Jesus. The message of the Lord Jesus is clear for them who have been baptized by John the Baptist. Their hearts are prepared for the truth! They're the publicans and tax collectors, and perhaps some who are less or non religious Jews. They submit themselves to public declaration of repentance (turning back to God), through total emersion in water of the baptism of John affirming their repentance. This they do by turning from their direction of running away from God in a complete turn around to return to God's loving arms. In so doing, they receive salvation through grace, by faith in the Lord Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:8-9).
The Pharisees and the lawyers (the Scribes) on the other hand who were not baptized by John the Baptist, rejected the counsel of God through the message of truth by the Lord Jesus Christ. Their avoidance and resistance against John's baptism made their hearts hardened and unprepared to receive their Savior - the Lord Jesus Christ, and His words. These religious Jews claimed to be children of Abraham and that God is their Father, but failed to recognize and receive the Lord Jesus Christ (John 8:33-42). This, therefore, serves as a stirring up for those who cling to their religion as a way to God, following man-made doctrines of dos and don'ts. God is calling you: come to grace in the Person of the Lord Jesus Christ (John 1:17). Receive His Lordship and be born again by faith, as the Lord Jesus Christ revealed to one of the Pharisees named Nicodemus in John 3:3.
Referring to these egotist unrepentant religious Jews, and to all religious people of these days, in the account recorded by the Apostle John, it is written: “Jesus said to them, “If God were your Father, you would love me, for I came from God and I am here. I came not of my own accord, but he sent me. Why do you not understand what I say? It is because you cannot bear to hear my word. You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies. But because I tell the truth, you do not believe me.” (John 8:42-45 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:28 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“For I say unto you, Among those that are born of women there is not a greater prophet than John the Baptist: but he that is least in the kingdom of God is greater than he.” (Luke 7:28 KJV).
This passage poses a deep contrast between the glory of the old covenant and the glorious reality of God's new covenant of grace through Christ Jesus our Lord. John the Baptist's role as the bridge from the old to the new covenant to herald the coming Messiah, made Him the greatest of all humanity born of women. He's the last of the prophets, for from then on God now speaks through His Son Christ Jesus our Lord (Hebrews 1:1-4).
In the Kingdom of God, our greatness is not measured by achievements, fame, possessions, titles or awards. Rather, it is about our intimacy with Christ Jesus our Lord. The very essence of greatness is found in one’s faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. The least among us, through faith in Him, can enjoy the fullness of life and purpose that John the Baptist, despite his great prophetic role, could not possess fully. The New Covenant of the gospel of the grace of God (Acts 20:24) that came by Christ Jesus (John 1:17) allows us who believe to have a direct relationship with God, vested as gift by grace through faith.
One may ask: must we achieve something extraordinary to be valued by God? The answer is No! It is not about us. The Lord Jesus Christ reassures us that worth in the kingdom of God is not predicated on effort of achievement nor notorious performance, but on our acceptance of His grace and the call to believe in the Lord Jesus Christ. Yes, God expects us to work. “The work of God is this: to believe in the one He has sent" (John 5:29).
In Christ, we are greater—not through our own merits but through our total dependence on His grace that He lavishes upon us. You and I, as we humble before the Lord and totally depend on His grace like a little child, the Lord Jesus Christ declared us great in the Kingdom of Heaven. It is written: “At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them and said, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 18:1-4 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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“For I say unto you, Among those that are born of women there is not a greater prophet than John the Baptist: but he that is least in the kingdom of God is greater than he.” (Luke 7:28 KJV).
This passage poses a deep contrast between the glory of the old covenant and the glorious reality of God's new covenant of grace through Christ Jesus our Lord. John the Baptist's role as the bridge from the old to the new covenant to herald the coming Messiah, made Him the greatest of all humanity born of women. He's the last of the prophets, for from then on God now speaks through His Son Christ Jesus our Lord (Hebrews 1:1-4).
In the Kingdom of God, our greatness is not measured by achievements, fame, possessions, titles or awards. Rather, it is about our intimacy with Christ Jesus our Lord. The very essence of greatness is found in one’s faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. The least among us, through faith in Him, can enjoy the fullness of life and purpose that John the Baptist, despite his great prophetic role, could not possess fully. The New Covenant of the gospel of the grace of God (Acts 20:24) that came by Christ Jesus (John 1:17) allows us who believe to have a direct relationship with God, vested as gift by grace through faith.
One may ask: must we achieve something extraordinary to be valued by God? The answer is No! It is not about us. The Lord Jesus Christ reassures us that worth in the kingdom of God is not predicated on effort of achievement nor notorious performance, but on our acceptance of His grace and the call to believe in the Lord Jesus Christ. Yes, God expects us to work. “The work of God is this: to believe in the one He has sent" (John 5:29).
In Christ, we are greater—not through our own merits but through our total dependence on His grace that He lavishes upon us. You and I, as we humble before the Lord and totally depend on His grace like a little child, the Lord Jesus Christ declared us great in the Kingdom of Heaven. It is written: “At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them and said, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 18:1-4 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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Tuesday, September 23, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:26-27 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“But what went ye out for to see? A prophet? Yea, I say unto you, and much more than a prophet. This is he, of whom it is written, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee.” (Luke 7:26-27 KJV).
In these passages, the Lord Jesus affirms John the Baptizer, leading a life as humble as he was. The Lord Jesus exalted and praised him as a prophet greater than any other. He fulfills the prophecy of a messenger preparing the way for the Messiah, as prophesied in Malachi 3:1. This praise accorded by the Lord on John is in contrast with the hard hearts of the crowds and the religious leaders who rejected John the Baptist and his message. Hence, the Lord Jesus challenges the crowds to account for whether they're seeking a reed shaken by the wind or a noble man of luxury, rather than a prophet who speaks with divine authority and living a life in austerity.
Yes, the Lord Jesus Christ confirms that John the Baptist is the anticipated messenger who precedes Him, and prepares the way for Him. He affirms to the crowds and to us now reflecting on these passages that He is come, in fulfillment of the prophecy of His coming. To you and I, these remind us that we are now welcome to enter His grace for an intimate relationship with Him - our Lord Jesus Christ, by faith. And indeed, we are! Being children of the Highest, having been born again by faith in Christ Jesus, we now belong to Him.
He, who was in the beginning was the Word, has come in human form to hang out with us! He moved into our midst. The Scriptures proclaim to us this truth very clearly: “The Word became flesh and blood, and moved into the neighborhood. We saw the glory with our own eyes, the one-of-a-kind glory, like Father, like Son, Generous inside and out, true from start to finish. John pointed him out and called, “This is the One! The One I told you was coming after me but in fact was ahead of me. He has always been ahead of me, has always had the first word.”” (John 1:14-15 MSG).
And I say, AMEN!
“But what went ye out for to see? A prophet? Yea, I say unto you, and much more than a prophet. This is he, of whom it is written, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee.” (Luke 7:26-27 KJV).
In these passages, the Lord Jesus affirms John the Baptizer, leading a life as humble as he was. The Lord Jesus exalted and praised him as a prophet greater than any other. He fulfills the prophecy of a messenger preparing the way for the Messiah, as prophesied in Malachi 3:1. This praise accorded by the Lord on John is in contrast with the hard hearts of the crowds and the religious leaders who rejected John the Baptist and his message. Hence, the Lord Jesus challenges the crowds to account for whether they're seeking a reed shaken by the wind or a noble man of luxury, rather than a prophet who speaks with divine authority and living a life in austerity.
Yes, the Lord Jesus Christ confirms that John the Baptist is the anticipated messenger who precedes Him, and prepares the way for Him. He affirms to the crowds and to us now reflecting on these passages that He is come, in fulfillment of the prophecy of His coming. To you and I, these remind us that we are now welcome to enter His grace for an intimate relationship with Him - our Lord Jesus Christ, by faith. And indeed, we are! Being children of the Highest, having been born again by faith in Christ Jesus, we now belong to Him.
He, who was in the beginning was the Word, has come in human form to hang out with us! He moved into our midst. The Scriptures proclaim to us this truth very clearly: “The Word became flesh and blood, and moved into the neighborhood. We saw the glory with our own eyes, the one-of-a-kind glory, like Father, like Son, Generous inside and out, true from start to finish. John pointed him out and called, “This is the One! The One I told you was coming after me but in fact was ahead of me. He has always been ahead of me, has always had the first word.”” (John 1:14-15 MSG).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
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Monday, September 22, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:25 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? Behold, they which are gorgeously appareled, and live delicately, are in kings' courts.” (Luke 7:25 KJV).
The Lord Jesus introduces another probable but unlikely option in regard with defining the character and nature of John the Baptist. He presents another rhetorical question: ‘when the people went out to see John, what did they expect?’ Literally, the people did not go out to the back-county to watch wild plants swaying with the wind (Luke 7:24) nor did they go to see a celebrity dressed in stylish, pricy, and exotic fashion. They meet a man who wears clothes made of camel hair tied with leather belt (Mark 1:6). John's self-restraint sets up the Lord’s narrative of the people’s assertion in regards with contrasting differences between John and Himself in upcoming passages.
It can be surmised that the Lord Jesus is using the reed as metaphor, revealing the reed as representation of the unreliable, the easily swayed and tossed by the wind like the wave of the sea (James 1:6) or tossed to and pro by doctrines of men (Ephesians 4:14). He could be referring to those people with power and money - those who wear extravagant, psychedelic and fine robes, like the priests (Exodus 39:24), or kings in palaces that wear majestic attires (1 Chronicles 15:27; 2 Chronicles 5:12), or courtiers with fancy "blings", cosmetics and perfumes (Esther 8:15). The Lord Jesus' audience, many of whom baptized by John the Baptist, did not go into the wilderness to see an honored nobleman or a leader of a religious enterprise. They went to see a prophet—a prophet whose lifestyle was so austere and whose message so sharp and true that many of the religious, and powerful in society rejected him (Luke 3:19–20; 7:30; 7:33).
Truth hurts, especially to the arrogant. Without humility in the spirit, hence devoid of wisdom from God, such a proud person couldn’t grasp heavenly truths. The message of John the Baptist is pure and true that many in the world, especially the powerful and the religious, reject. But, thanks for the Lord’s grace! As we humble, untangle from the grips of religion and the world, believe and receive His Lordship by His grace through faith, our hearts are opened and able to receive His gift of salvation. Again, this is not because of us and by our efforts, nor by following religious rituals, but by grace through faith in Christ Jesus. Now, we have Him - the Spirit of Truth is in us, as the Lord Jesus said these assuring words: “even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you.” (John 14:17 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? Behold, they which are gorgeously appareled, and live delicately, are in kings' courts.” (Luke 7:25 KJV).
The Lord Jesus introduces another probable but unlikely option in regard with defining the character and nature of John the Baptist. He presents another rhetorical question: ‘when the people went out to see John, what did they expect?’ Literally, the people did not go out to the back-county to watch wild plants swaying with the wind (Luke 7:24) nor did they go to see a celebrity dressed in stylish, pricy, and exotic fashion. They meet a man who wears clothes made of camel hair tied with leather belt (Mark 1:6). John's self-restraint sets up the Lord’s narrative of the people’s assertion in regards with contrasting differences between John and Himself in upcoming passages.
It can be surmised that the Lord Jesus is using the reed as metaphor, revealing the reed as representation of the unreliable, the easily swayed and tossed by the wind like the wave of the sea (James 1:6) or tossed to and pro by doctrines of men (Ephesians 4:14). He could be referring to those people with power and money - those who wear extravagant, psychedelic and fine robes, like the priests (Exodus 39:24), or kings in palaces that wear majestic attires (1 Chronicles 15:27; 2 Chronicles 5:12), or courtiers with fancy "blings", cosmetics and perfumes (Esther 8:15). The Lord Jesus' audience, many of whom baptized by John the Baptist, did not go into the wilderness to see an honored nobleman or a leader of a religious enterprise. They went to see a prophet—a prophet whose lifestyle was so austere and whose message so sharp and true that many of the religious, and powerful in society rejected him (Luke 3:19–20; 7:30; 7:33).
Truth hurts, especially to the arrogant. Without humility in the spirit, hence devoid of wisdom from God, such a proud person couldn’t grasp heavenly truths. The message of John the Baptist is pure and true that many in the world, especially the powerful and the religious, reject. But, thanks for the Lord’s grace! As we humble, untangle from the grips of religion and the world, believe and receive His Lordship by His grace through faith, our hearts are opened and able to receive His gift of salvation. Again, this is not because of us and by our efforts, nor by following religious rituals, but by grace through faith in Christ Jesus. Now, we have Him - the Spirit of Truth is in us, as the Lord Jesus said these assuring words: “even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you.” (John 14:17 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Sunday, September 21, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:24 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“And when the messengers of John were departed, he began to speak unto the people concerning John, What went ye out into the wilderness for to see? A reed shaken with the wind?” (Luke 7:24 KJV).
As the emissaries of John the Baptist left, the Lord Jesus turned to the crowd who witness His talk with them and started asking rhetorical questions to describe those who went to see John the Baptist preaching in the back country. He is assuring them of John the Baptist’s steadfastness, in spite of John's question of His identity. He contrasts the character of John with the image of a "reed shaken with the wind" to highlight his prophetic conviction and lack of material pursuit. This reference to the reed shaken with the wind serves to shake off the people's wrong perception of John the Baptist, emphasizing that people did not congregate into the wilderness to see and watch someone fickle or ostentatious, but to hear an authentic and great prophet.
Stressing about John's firm and strong character, the Lord Jesus used the metaphor of "A reed shaken by the wind" to highlight John’s contrast to a person that’s fickle, wavering, and easily swayed by external forces or popular opinion or the world's shifting wind of change represented by the reed. The Lord Jesus stresses that people did not flock to see John for fun. John was a man of great courage, character, and conviction who stood firm in his message.
The Lord Jesus is setting the stage to prepare the crowd’s mind to get a grasp of the true identity of John the Baptist as a prophet sent by God. He is greater than any worldly celebrity figure. He is a prophet chosen by God to call on the lost souls - that’s you and I, before we surrender to the Lord Jesus to save us, and prepare their/our hearts for the Messiah’s coming. Scriptures foretold John’s coming as harbinger to the Messiah, hundreds of years past. It is written: “A voice cries: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God.” (Isaiah 40:3 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
“And when the messengers of John were departed, he began to speak unto the people concerning John, What went ye out into the wilderness for to see? A reed shaken with the wind?” (Luke 7:24 KJV).
As the emissaries of John the Baptist left, the Lord Jesus turned to the crowd who witness His talk with them and started asking rhetorical questions to describe those who went to see John the Baptist preaching in the back country. He is assuring them of John the Baptist’s steadfastness, in spite of John's question of His identity. He contrasts the character of John with the image of a "reed shaken with the wind" to highlight his prophetic conviction and lack of material pursuit. This reference to the reed shaken with the wind serves to shake off the people's wrong perception of John the Baptist, emphasizing that people did not congregate into the wilderness to see and watch someone fickle or ostentatious, but to hear an authentic and great prophet.
Stressing about John's firm and strong character, the Lord Jesus used the metaphor of "A reed shaken by the wind" to highlight John’s contrast to a person that’s fickle, wavering, and easily swayed by external forces or popular opinion or the world's shifting wind of change represented by the reed. The Lord Jesus stresses that people did not flock to see John for fun. John was a man of great courage, character, and conviction who stood firm in his message.
The Lord Jesus is setting the stage to prepare the crowd’s mind to get a grasp of the true identity of John the Baptist as a prophet sent by God. He is greater than any worldly celebrity figure. He is a prophet chosen by God to call on the lost souls - that’s you and I, before we surrender to the Lord Jesus to save us, and prepare their/our hearts for the Messiah’s coming. Scriptures foretold John’s coming as harbinger to the Messiah, hundreds of years past. It is written: “A voice cries: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God.” (Isaiah 40:3 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Saturday, September 20, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:20-23 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“When the men were come unto him, they said, John Baptist hath sent us unto thee, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another? And in that same hour he cured many of their infirmities and plagues, and of evil spirits; and unto many that were blind he gave sight. Then Jesus answering said unto them, Go your way, and tell John what things ye have seen and heard; how that the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, to the poor the gospel is preached. And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me.” (Luke 7:20-23 KJV).
It is intriguing to watch the disciples of John the Baptist coming to deliver his message asking if the Lord Jesus is indeed the One expected to come. This is a question of the person who declares: “….“Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29 NKJV). What happened to John the Baptist? Of course we note that he sent his emissaries from his prison cell. He was jailed by Herod for chastising him of his adulterous relationship with his brother’s wife. No doubt John may have been shaken, who now seeks reassurance of having accomplished the mission he was sent for. Or, maybe is he confused? Has he not seen the miracles and signs the Lord Jesus has been performing all around Judaea? This is a reminder to us that even to best of humanity like John, when things are rough they can be shaken. Hence, as John did, we too must come and approach the Lord Jesus and seek His affirmation. By grace, He will take care of our cares, always!
In the presence of the Lord Jesus, we’ll always receive His affirming assurance. He will affirm us with His mighty works. We’ll never get disappointed from the Lord. He'll meet us and clear our clouds of doubts and confusion. The Lord Jesus reminds John that He, Jesus, is the Christ. He is the Messiah whose way he was sent to prepare. To reinforce this affirmation, He asked John's disciples to report to John what they saw him do and heard him say, especially to the poor and the broken-hearted. And, further He reminds John that blessed are those who don’t stumble or sin or come to unbelief due to the circumstances about Him. The Lord Jesus was what He said, and He does what the prophets proclaimed He would do.
John the Baptist’s words were right when he had talked about the Messiah (Luke 3:16-17; John 1:29-34) even if his personal expectations of all that the Messiah would do were not exactly what the Lord Jesus did. In our weaker moments, we may want a Messiah and Savior who is different from the Lord Jesus - one who will do our bidding. But, the Lord Jesus did the will of the Father, doing and saying what the Father wanted Him to do and say. It is not Him who needs to be transformed. We do need transformation. Scriptures remind: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” (Romans 12:2 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
“When the men were come unto him, they said, John Baptist hath sent us unto thee, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another? And in that same hour he cured many of their infirmities and plagues, and of evil spirits; and unto many that were blind he gave sight. Then Jesus answering said unto them, Go your way, and tell John what things ye have seen and heard; how that the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, to the poor the gospel is preached. And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me.” (Luke 7:20-23 KJV).
It is intriguing to watch the disciples of John the Baptist coming to deliver his message asking if the Lord Jesus is indeed the One expected to come. This is a question of the person who declares: “….“Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29 NKJV). What happened to John the Baptist? Of course we note that he sent his emissaries from his prison cell. He was jailed by Herod for chastising him of his adulterous relationship with his brother’s wife. No doubt John may have been shaken, who now seeks reassurance of having accomplished the mission he was sent for. Or, maybe is he confused? Has he not seen the miracles and signs the Lord Jesus has been performing all around Judaea? This is a reminder to us that even to best of humanity like John, when things are rough they can be shaken. Hence, as John did, we too must come and approach the Lord Jesus and seek His affirmation. By grace, He will take care of our cares, always!
In the presence of the Lord Jesus, we’ll always receive His affirming assurance. He will affirm us with His mighty works. We’ll never get disappointed from the Lord. He'll meet us and clear our clouds of doubts and confusion. The Lord Jesus reminds John that He, Jesus, is the Christ. He is the Messiah whose way he was sent to prepare. To reinforce this affirmation, He asked John's disciples to report to John what they saw him do and heard him say, especially to the poor and the broken-hearted. And, further He reminds John that blessed are those who don’t stumble or sin or come to unbelief due to the circumstances about Him. The Lord Jesus was what He said, and He does what the prophets proclaimed He would do.
John the Baptist’s words were right when he had talked about the Messiah (Luke 3:16-17; John 1:29-34) even if his personal expectations of all that the Messiah would do were not exactly what the Lord Jesus did. In our weaker moments, we may want a Messiah and Savior who is different from the Lord Jesus - one who will do our bidding. But, the Lord Jesus did the will of the Father, doing and saying what the Father wanted Him to do and say. It is not Him who needs to be transformed. We do need transformation. Scriptures remind: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” (Romans 12:2 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Friday, September 19, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:18-19 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“And the disciples of John shewed him of all these things. And John calling unto him two of his disciples sent them to Jesus, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another?” (Luke 7:18-19 KJV).
The Lord Jesus Christ was and is the only flesh and blood "Bible character" and person who walked on this planet sinless. Every other Bible figures were imperfect. They’re just like us. They have bad days, doubts, lapses of passion, or faith dilemmas. They too have feet of clay. They waver in their walk. But they always remain grounded in faith. They stray but always return to where they should be in the presence of the Lord. Even John the Baptist, whom the Lord Jesus declares as no one greater born of woman (Matthew 11:11), with all of his passion and integrity, wanted to know for sure that the Lord Jesus was the One who he was preparing the way for. The sign manifested by the Lord Jesus of what John the Baptist prophesied was different from what John the Baptist expected, viewing from afar. Now imprisoned by Herod and in the slate for execution, he needed affirmation.
That’s the virtue that John the Baptist holds on to. He seeks the truth, in his moments of confusion. So often, when we have doubts, we can let the doubts overtake us, and we sulk afraid or even cease to seek the truth. The Lord Jesus never discouraged truth seekers! He was not afraid to answer questions from his critics, the skeptics, or even his followers like Thomas or Peter who at times doubted and strayed. In your struggles, you will no doubt pass through a dark valley or two of doubt or confusion. Don't be afraid. Just be honest with the Lord Jesus about your struggles. Stay being who you are, as authentic as you can and should be. That can be exactly where you find the Lord. He is there waiting for the seeker who honestly comes to Him with questions for truths and of doubts or even of ignorance or lack of understanding. The Lord Jesus awaits those who humble to come and seek.
One such great example of a true seeker of truth is Nicodemus (John 3:1-15). He is one of the religious Pharisees who are mostly arrogant and hateful. But, he humbles and put himself and his position on the line of hatred from his fellow Pharisees to come see the Lord Jesus, one night. In their interaction the Lord Jesus tells him that a man must be born again to see the kingdom of God, which he doesn’t understand. But undeterred, he follows through with another question to seek the truth. He is such a great example to emulate to continue seeking the truth of God’s Words, recognizing that the truth of God’s word moves us from where we are to where God wants us to be. It is written: “Nicodemus said to him, “How can these things be?” Jesus answered him, “Are you the teacher of Israel and yet you do not understand these things? Truly, truly, I say to you, we speak of what we know, and bear witness to what we have seen, but you do not receive our testimony. If I have told you earthly things and you do not believe, how can you believe if I tell you heavenly things? No one has ascended into heaven except he who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life.” (John 3:9-15 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
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“And the disciples of John shewed him of all these things. And John calling unto him two of his disciples sent them to Jesus, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another?” (Luke 7:18-19 KJV).
The Lord Jesus Christ was and is the only flesh and blood "Bible character" and person who walked on this planet sinless. Every other Bible figures were imperfect. They’re just like us. They have bad days, doubts, lapses of passion, or faith dilemmas. They too have feet of clay. They waver in their walk. But they always remain grounded in faith. They stray but always return to where they should be in the presence of the Lord. Even John the Baptist, whom the Lord Jesus declares as no one greater born of woman (Matthew 11:11), with all of his passion and integrity, wanted to know for sure that the Lord Jesus was the One who he was preparing the way for. The sign manifested by the Lord Jesus of what John the Baptist prophesied was different from what John the Baptist expected, viewing from afar. Now imprisoned by Herod and in the slate for execution, he needed affirmation.
That’s the virtue that John the Baptist holds on to. He seeks the truth, in his moments of confusion. So often, when we have doubts, we can let the doubts overtake us, and we sulk afraid or even cease to seek the truth. The Lord Jesus never discouraged truth seekers! He was not afraid to answer questions from his critics, the skeptics, or even his followers like Thomas or Peter who at times doubted and strayed. In your struggles, you will no doubt pass through a dark valley or two of doubt or confusion. Don't be afraid. Just be honest with the Lord Jesus about your struggles. Stay being who you are, as authentic as you can and should be. That can be exactly where you find the Lord. He is there waiting for the seeker who honestly comes to Him with questions for truths and of doubts or even of ignorance or lack of understanding. The Lord Jesus awaits those who humble to come and seek.
One such great example of a true seeker of truth is Nicodemus (John 3:1-15). He is one of the religious Pharisees who are mostly arrogant and hateful. But, he humbles and put himself and his position on the line of hatred from his fellow Pharisees to come see the Lord Jesus, one night. In their interaction the Lord Jesus tells him that a man must be born again to see the kingdom of God, which he doesn’t understand. But undeterred, he follows through with another question to seek the truth. He is such a great example to emulate to continue seeking the truth of God’s Words, recognizing that the truth of God’s word moves us from where we are to where God wants us to be. It is written: “Nicodemus said to him, “How can these things be?” Jesus answered him, “Are you the teacher of Israel and yet you do not understand these things? Truly, truly, I say to you, we speak of what we know, and bear witness to what we have seen, but you do not receive our testimony. If I have told you earthly things and you do not believe, how can you believe if I tell you heavenly things? No one has ascended into heaven except he who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life.” (John 3:9-15 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
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PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
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Thursday, September 18, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:17 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“And this rumour of him went forth throughout all Judæa, and throughout all the region round about.” (Luke 7:17 KJV).
This rumor is about the Lord Jesus Christ raising a young man from the dead at the gate of the town of Nain. This miracle of no precedence caused an unprecedented stir, and the grape-vine news of it spread rapidly throughout the surrounding region, this passage reveals.
The event started when the Lord Jesus approaches the town of Nain with a large crowd following Him. Then, as He's about to enter the town gate, He encounters a funeral procession, where the only son of a widow is being carried out for burial. Upon seeing the woman's grief, the Lord Jesus is moved with compassion and tells her not to weep. He then touches the open bier, and commands the young man to arise. He restores him to life! The miracle astounds the crowd, and they glorify God, declaring that a great prophet has arisen among them.
"This rumour of him went forth" to reveal such an amazing phenomenon of the quick spread of the news by word of mouth. The Lord Jesus and the incredible miracle He performed is hard to overlook. He raised the dead young man to life by the command of His words. The profound impact of this miracle is felt throughout Judaea and the surrounding region, as the people witness the authority and power of the Lord Jesus Christ.
This verse reminds us of the transformative power of the Gospel of the grace of God which continues to spread today not only in Judaea and the area that surrounds, but to the ends of the earth, and to the end of the age. With us now being transformed and born again by grace through faith in Christ, we carry on to spread the good news of the Lord's rising from the dead. With the Lord Jesus who died and rose from the grave, being the first-born of creation (Colossians 1:15) and being the first fruit of the resurrection from those fallen asleep (1 Corinthians 15:29-21) which the raising of this young man to life pointed to, we are assured of life everlasting in Christ Jesus.
Now, we are therefore tasked to spread this Good News to the end of the age. This, the Lord Jesus Christ ordained when He says: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”” (Matthew 28:19-20 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“And this rumour of him went forth throughout all Judæa, and throughout all the region round about.” (Luke 7:17 KJV).
This rumor is about the Lord Jesus Christ raising a young man from the dead at the gate of the town of Nain. This miracle of no precedence caused an unprecedented stir, and the grape-vine news of it spread rapidly throughout the surrounding region, this passage reveals.
The event started when the Lord Jesus approaches the town of Nain with a large crowd following Him. Then, as He's about to enter the town gate, He encounters a funeral procession, where the only son of a widow is being carried out for burial. Upon seeing the woman's grief, the Lord Jesus is moved with compassion and tells her not to weep. He then touches the open bier, and commands the young man to arise. He restores him to life! The miracle astounds the crowd, and they glorify God, declaring that a great prophet has arisen among them.
"This rumour of him went forth" to reveal such an amazing phenomenon of the quick spread of the news by word of mouth. The Lord Jesus and the incredible miracle He performed is hard to overlook. He raised the dead young man to life by the command of His words. The profound impact of this miracle is felt throughout Judaea and the surrounding region, as the people witness the authority and power of the Lord Jesus Christ.
This verse reminds us of the transformative power of the Gospel of the grace of God which continues to spread today not only in Judaea and the area that surrounds, but to the ends of the earth, and to the end of the age. With us now being transformed and born again by grace through faith in Christ, we carry on to spread the good news of the Lord's rising from the dead. With the Lord Jesus who died and rose from the grave, being the first-born of creation (Colossians 1:15) and being the first fruit of the resurrection from those fallen asleep (1 Corinthians 15:29-21) which the raising of this young man to life pointed to, we are assured of life everlasting in Christ Jesus.
Now, we are therefore tasked to spread this Good News to the end of the age. This, the Lord Jesus Christ ordained when He says: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”” (Matthew 28:19-20 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:16 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“And there came a fear on all: and they glorified God, saying, That a great prophet is risen up among us; and, That God hath visited his people.” (Luke 7:16 KJV).
Recognizing the signs the Lord Jesus manifests as divine power from heaven, and not of human skill, the people were filled with "fear" (reverent fear and awe). The crowds give God the glory for the power they witnessed displayed by the Lord Jesus Christ. The crowds recognize this is not a fait accompli a natural man can do. This is God!
There are two crowds converging at the gate of the city of Nain. Coming in, the crowd following the Lord Jesus who is the author of life. And, going out in a funeral procession to bury the dead - the widow’s only son. In a religious setting, the two crowds converging would join together to mourn. But, in this setting, one crowd have in their presence the Person of grace in Christ Jesus. By grace, out of compassion with the mother, the Lord Jesus Christ who is the source of life, restores the dead young man to life and delivered him to his mother. In the presence of the Person of grace in Christ Jesus, the two crowds join together not for religious mourning but to rejoice in celebration for living (Luke 7:11-15).
The people declare: “… A great prophet has risen up among us”; and, “God has visited His people.”” (Luke 7:16b NKJV). This is a ‘pleasant’ news to the people of the ‘pleasant city’ Nain. Grace is in their doorstep! God is visiting them! Did the people of Nain welcome and receive the Lord Jesus? There is no mention beyond what happened at the city gate. That doesn’t matter. What matters is: Do you, reflecting this today, welcome and receive the Lord? He is visiting you! He is at your doorstep! Knocking! (Revelation 3:20). Now is the time to receive Him and allow Him to love you. Only by His Lordship and love can we be reborn and see the kingdom of God. It is written: “Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.””(John 3:3 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“And there came a fear on all: and they glorified God, saying, That a great prophet is risen up among us; and, That God hath visited his people.” (Luke 7:16 KJV).
Recognizing the signs the Lord Jesus manifests as divine power from heaven, and not of human skill, the people were filled with "fear" (reverent fear and awe). The crowds give God the glory for the power they witnessed displayed by the Lord Jesus Christ. The crowds recognize this is not a fait accompli a natural man can do. This is God!
There are two crowds converging at the gate of the city of Nain. Coming in, the crowd following the Lord Jesus who is the author of life. And, going out in a funeral procession to bury the dead - the widow’s only son. In a religious setting, the two crowds converging would join together to mourn. But, in this setting, one crowd have in their presence the Person of grace in Christ Jesus. By grace, out of compassion with the mother, the Lord Jesus Christ who is the source of life, restores the dead young man to life and delivered him to his mother. In the presence of the Person of grace in Christ Jesus, the two crowds join together not for religious mourning but to rejoice in celebration for living (Luke 7:11-15).
The people declare: “… A great prophet has risen up among us”; and, “God has visited His people.”” (Luke 7:16b NKJV). This is a ‘pleasant’ news to the people of the ‘pleasant city’ Nain. Grace is in their doorstep! God is visiting them! Did the people of Nain welcome and receive the Lord Jesus? There is no mention beyond what happened at the city gate. That doesn’t matter. What matters is: Do you, reflecting this today, welcome and receive the Lord? He is visiting you! He is at your doorstep! Knocking! (Revelation 3:20). Now is the time to receive Him and allow Him to love you. Only by His Lordship and love can we be reborn and see the kingdom of God. It is written: “Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.””(John 3:3 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:14-15 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“And he came and touched the bier: and they that bare him stood still. And he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise. And he that was dead sat up, and began to speak. And he delivered him to his mother.” (Luke 7:14-15 KJV).
In these passages, we watch the Lord Jesus Christ manifests His compassion, and power over life and death. His touch and spoken words bring forth resurrection to restore life of the dead. Touching the bier, which is the platform holding the dead for burial and commanding the young man to rise, is powerful sign of the Lord’s divinity and His being the author of life. This is pointing to His mission bringing hope of a new life to a broken and dying world. Seeing the dead young man responding to the Lord's call to rise up, assures us of the newness in life that can only be found in the spoken words of Christ Jesus our Lord.
The compassionate person of grace, who is the Lord Jesus Christ, was deeply stirred by the heavy sorrow of the young man’s widowed mother. Even in our limited human depth of love, we can feel the anguish of this mother’s heart. No mother would expect to outlive her child. Mothers and every parent look to their children to be there when they grow old, especially this woman being a widow needing someone’s care. She already lost the company of her husband. Hence, this funeral procession that the Lord Jesus Christ with some of His disciples and the crowds stumbled into at the gate of Nain is pregnant with overwhelming sorrow.
It is not tacitly mentioned, but one can surmise the Lord’s decision to come to Nain, may have been steered by this unpleasant event transpiring here at the gate of “Nain” or "pleasant". It needs a pleasant transformation with the restoration of the son to his mother. And this points to our restoration and reconciliation with God through our faith in the risen Lord Jesus Christ. This, Scriptures affirm as it is written: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation; that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation.” (2 Corinthians 5:17-19 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
“And he came and touched the bier: and they that bare him stood still. And he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise. And he that was dead sat up, and began to speak. And he delivered him to his mother.” (Luke 7:14-15 KJV).
In these passages, we watch the Lord Jesus Christ manifests His compassion, and power over life and death. His touch and spoken words bring forth resurrection to restore life of the dead. Touching the bier, which is the platform holding the dead for burial and commanding the young man to rise, is powerful sign of the Lord’s divinity and His being the author of life. This is pointing to His mission bringing hope of a new life to a broken and dying world. Seeing the dead young man responding to the Lord's call to rise up, assures us of the newness in life that can only be found in the spoken words of Christ Jesus our Lord.
The compassionate person of grace, who is the Lord Jesus Christ, was deeply stirred by the heavy sorrow of the young man’s widowed mother. Even in our limited human depth of love, we can feel the anguish of this mother’s heart. No mother would expect to outlive her child. Mothers and every parent look to their children to be there when they grow old, especially this woman being a widow needing someone’s care. She already lost the company of her husband. Hence, this funeral procession that the Lord Jesus Christ with some of His disciples and the crowds stumbled into at the gate of Nain is pregnant with overwhelming sorrow.
It is not tacitly mentioned, but one can surmise the Lord’s decision to come to Nain, may have been steered by this unpleasant event transpiring here at the gate of “Nain” or "pleasant". It needs a pleasant transformation with the restoration of the son to his mother. And this points to our restoration and reconciliation with God through our faith in the risen Lord Jesus Christ. This, Scriptures affirm as it is written: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation; that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation.” (2 Corinthians 5:17-19 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Monday, September 15, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:11-13 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went with him, and much people. Now when he came nigh to the gate of the city, behold, there was a dead man carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow: and much people of the city was with her. And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her, and said unto her, Weep not.” (Luke 7:11-13 KJV).
These passages provide emphasis of God's grace and favor, highlighting the compassion of the Lord Jesus for the grieving widow that He encounters at the gate on the way to the city of Nain. The word Nain in Hebrew means “pleasant or lovely”, yet it is somewhat ironic for the Lord to encounter a scene of grief at its gate. This woman who is a widow is with her dead son being carried away for burial. She meets the Lord Jesus in her moment of deepest sorrow, giving us the knowledge that God is always present with those that suffer. He is giving comfort and healing wherever we are at. It is by His grace and unmerited favor, not our effort of perfection, we encounter Him as this widow has.
The Lord Jesus, seeing the widow, draws in with compassion and says to her "Don't cry". This shows God's empathy and direct involvement in our personal suffering. The Lord’s response to the widow's sad state was not because she had done something perfectly right, but due to her need. And He was ready full of grace. God deals with us by the new covenant of grace, not by the notable things we do. He is drawn by the distress we are in that makes us helpless. He does it in our day-to-day encounters with Him at the gate, so to speak. In this moment of reflection to these words we are encountering Him at the gate. This moment of revelation is our gate of encounter. For anyone still sleep walking through the world and mesmerized by religion and worldly enticements, make this day be your day of rebirth. Receive Him, be wrapped by His comfort and be set free!
As believers in Him, born again by faith, in times of distress while navigating through our city of Nain, we are not alone. The Lord Jesus walks with us, and He will bring something beneficial out of the negative situation we go through. By His grace, we go through and not turn around nor stop in the midst. In contrast to the law that came through Moses - a servant, the covenant of "grace and truth" that came through the Lord Jesus Christ - the Son, demonstrates that the gospel of grace provides peace, joy, and hope. As born again children of God like you and I, He sets us free from fear and condemnation. The law which was glorious, holy and perfect was given to a rebellious Israelites to make them realize they needed a savior. For them, who reject grace the law becomes a ministry of death as it is written: “Now if the ministry of death, carved in letters on stone, came with such glory that the Israelites could not gaze at Moses’ face because of its glory, which was being brought to an end, will not the ministry of the Spirit have even more glory? For if there was glory in the ministry of condemnation, the ministry of righteousness must far exceed it in glory.” (2 Corinthians 3:7-9 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went with him, and much people. Now when he came nigh to the gate of the city, behold, there was a dead man carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow: and much people of the city was with her. And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her, and said unto her, Weep not.” (Luke 7:11-13 KJV).
These passages provide emphasis of God's grace and favor, highlighting the compassion of the Lord Jesus for the grieving widow that He encounters at the gate on the way to the city of Nain. The word Nain in Hebrew means “pleasant or lovely”, yet it is somewhat ironic for the Lord to encounter a scene of grief at its gate. This woman who is a widow is with her dead son being carried away for burial. She meets the Lord Jesus in her moment of deepest sorrow, giving us the knowledge that God is always present with those that suffer. He is giving comfort and healing wherever we are at. It is by His grace and unmerited favor, not our effort of perfection, we encounter Him as this widow has.
The Lord Jesus, seeing the widow, draws in with compassion and says to her "Don't cry". This shows God's empathy and direct involvement in our personal suffering. The Lord’s response to the widow's sad state was not because she had done something perfectly right, but due to her need. And He was ready full of grace. God deals with us by the new covenant of grace, not by the notable things we do. He is drawn by the distress we are in that makes us helpless. He does it in our day-to-day encounters with Him at the gate, so to speak. In this moment of reflection to these words we are encountering Him at the gate. This moment of revelation is our gate of encounter. For anyone still sleep walking through the world and mesmerized by religion and worldly enticements, make this day be your day of rebirth. Receive Him, be wrapped by His comfort and be set free!
As believers in Him, born again by faith, in times of distress while navigating through our city of Nain, we are not alone. The Lord Jesus walks with us, and He will bring something beneficial out of the negative situation we go through. By His grace, we go through and not turn around nor stop in the midst. In contrast to the law that came through Moses - a servant, the covenant of "grace and truth" that came through the Lord Jesus Christ - the Son, demonstrates that the gospel of grace provides peace, joy, and hope. As born again children of God like you and I, He sets us free from fear and condemnation. The law which was glorious, holy and perfect was given to a rebellious Israelites to make them realize they needed a savior. For them, who reject grace the law becomes a ministry of death as it is written: “Now if the ministry of death, carved in letters on stone, came with such glory that the Israelites could not gaze at Moses’ face because of its glory, which was being brought to an end, will not the ministry of the Spirit have even more glory? For if there was glory in the ministry of condemnation, the ministry of righteousness must far exceed it in glory.” (2 Corinthians 3:7-9 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Sunday, September 14, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:9-10 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“When Jesus heard this, he was amazed at him, and turning to the crowd following him, he said, “I tell you, I have not found such great faith even in Israel.” Then the men who had been sent returned to the house and found the servant well.” (Luke 7:9-10 NIV).
In these passages, we watch FAITH IN ACTION which is referred to a lot in James 2:17 by many, out of context, as efforts and works. Faith in action does not mean action to obey the law. Rather it is an effortless act to rest in the grace of God to manifest the content of the heart. This is what the Lord Jesus marvels at the Roman centurion's extraordinary faith, for one who has no knowledge of the law, stating He hasn't seen such great faith in Israel. He just believed and rest in the Lord's provision of grace. The religious Jews in Israel are so zealous in trying hard to follow the law which they could not. The law was so perfect and holy. It was given to increase sin (Romans 5.29), to make them, and all of us realize we needed a Savior by grace.
The gentile Roman centurion believed the Lord Jesus had the authority to heal his servant remotely, just by speaking the word, a testament to his deep trust in the Lord’s power and a recognition of His divine nature. Unrestricted by distance, the servant was healed and made well, as witnessed by the centurion’s Jewish emissaries. All because the Roman official stepped into the presence of the Person of grace, believing. These texts teach the importance of humble, active faith in God's power and authority, leading to the servant’s miraculous healing. These affirm total rest in the Lord’s grace.
A gentile man who has no knowledge of the law is declared by the Lord Jesus Christ to have Great faith! This Roman official is not conscious of his standing by performance, rather consciously recognize the authority and power of the Lord Jesus Christ. He exhibits an unqualified trust in the Lord’s grace, and the Lord’s unhindered ability to heal from a distance by His word. This Gentile's "unconscious faith" was marked by humility to recognize authority.
This Roman officer was unaware of the law, as he was not under the law. He focused on the Lord’s inherent grace, love, and authority, rather than his own faith and merit to be deserve. His focus, as we all must - now being children of God in Christ Jesus, is in Christ Jesus. Scriptures remind us this: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.” (Hebrews 12:1-2 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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“When Jesus heard this, he was amazed at him, and turning to the crowd following him, he said, “I tell you, I have not found such great faith even in Israel.” Then the men who had been sent returned to the house and found the servant well.” (Luke 7:9-10 NIV).
In these passages, we watch FAITH IN ACTION which is referred to a lot in James 2:17 by many, out of context, as efforts and works. Faith in action does not mean action to obey the law. Rather it is an effortless act to rest in the grace of God to manifest the content of the heart. This is what the Lord Jesus marvels at the Roman centurion's extraordinary faith, for one who has no knowledge of the law, stating He hasn't seen such great faith in Israel. He just believed and rest in the Lord's provision of grace. The religious Jews in Israel are so zealous in trying hard to follow the law which they could not. The law was so perfect and holy. It was given to increase sin (Romans 5.29), to make them, and all of us realize we needed a Savior by grace.
The gentile Roman centurion believed the Lord Jesus had the authority to heal his servant remotely, just by speaking the word, a testament to his deep trust in the Lord’s power and a recognition of His divine nature. Unrestricted by distance, the servant was healed and made well, as witnessed by the centurion’s Jewish emissaries. All because the Roman official stepped into the presence of the Person of grace, believing. These texts teach the importance of humble, active faith in God's power and authority, leading to the servant’s miraculous healing. These affirm total rest in the Lord’s grace.
A gentile man who has no knowledge of the law is declared by the Lord Jesus Christ to have Great faith! This Roman official is not conscious of his standing by performance, rather consciously recognize the authority and power of the Lord Jesus Christ. He exhibits an unqualified trust in the Lord’s grace, and the Lord’s unhindered ability to heal from a distance by His word. This Gentile's "unconscious faith" was marked by humility to recognize authority.
This Roman officer was unaware of the law, as he was not under the law. He focused on the Lord’s inherent grace, love, and authority, rather than his own faith and merit to be deserve. His focus, as we all must - now being children of God in Christ Jesus, is in Christ Jesus. Scriptures remind us this: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.” (Hebrews 12:1-2 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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Saturday, September 13, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:8 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“For I also am a man set under authority, having under me soldiers, and I say unto one, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it.” (Luke 7:8 KJV).
The Roman centurion who obviously believed the Lord’s true being as He is God, recognized the Lord’s authority and power. He used himself as example as to how and why the Lord Jesus can do healing without setting foot in his self-declared unworthy dwelling. He submits himself unworthy of the Lord’s visit for he is a gentile. Yet, even so, having no part with the promises of the true God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, he believed. Doing so he unchained himself from shackles of his pagan religion of many God’s by seeking the Lord Jesus Christ. And, the Lord Jesus, true to His Words “seek and you will find”, this officer is found by the Lord who responds to his faith. That’s true to anyone who seeks the Lord today. The Lord is ever ready to come to you as he did to this centurion. Without hesitation the Lord Jesus responds to his plea with no precondition. The same way the Lord does to you and I. He will answer us! (Isaiah 55:24; Jeremiah 33:3).
The Words the Lord Jesus speaks carry power far beyond and as high as the heavens. From the centurion’s analogy of himself, having power over the people under him who obey his command, he believed what the Lord says happens. His analogy demonstrates his faith. The Lord’s authority and power go beyond the realm of our intellect to grasp on. It is as the scriptures reveal: ““For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” (Isaiah 55:8-9 NIV). Further, it is written Scriptures declare: “And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.” (Matthew 28:18 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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“For I also am a man set under authority, having under me soldiers, and I say unto one, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it.” (Luke 7:8 KJV).
The Roman centurion who obviously believed the Lord’s true being as He is God, recognized the Lord’s authority and power. He used himself as example as to how and why the Lord Jesus can do healing without setting foot in his self-declared unworthy dwelling. He submits himself unworthy of the Lord’s visit for he is a gentile. Yet, even so, having no part with the promises of the true God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, he believed. Doing so he unchained himself from shackles of his pagan religion of many God’s by seeking the Lord Jesus Christ. And, the Lord Jesus, true to His Words “seek and you will find”, this officer is found by the Lord who responds to his faith. That’s true to anyone who seeks the Lord today. The Lord is ever ready to come to you as he did to this centurion. Without hesitation the Lord Jesus responds to his plea with no precondition. The same way the Lord does to you and I. He will answer us! (Isaiah 55:24; Jeremiah 33:3).
The Words the Lord Jesus speaks carry power far beyond and as high as the heavens. From the centurion’s analogy of himself, having power over the people under him who obey his command, he believed what the Lord says happens. His analogy demonstrates his faith. The Lord’s authority and power go beyond the realm of our intellect to grasp on. It is as the scriptures reveal: ““For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” (Isaiah 55:8-9 NIV). Further, it is written Scriptures declare: “And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.” (Matthew 28:18 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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Friday, September 12, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:6-7 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“Then Jesus went with them. And when he was now not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to him, saying unto him, Lord, trouble not thyself: for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof: wherefore neither thought I myself worthy to come unto thee: but say in a word, and my servant shall be healed.” (Luke 7:6-7 KJV).We have here in these passages a Roman centurion asking the Lord Jesus Christ to heal his sick servant, a gentile of faith and humility. He, being well aware of the Jewish custom not to associate with gentiles, asks the Lord not come and enter his house. He recognized and believed he is unworthy. This is an out of the ordinary display of attitude in a Roman officer to a citizen of an occupied land. Usually, they show power and control over their occupied subjects with arrogance. Here, he accorded the Lord with honor and respect by subjecting himself not worthy to be visited by the Lord. He requests that the Lord Jesus only speak the word to heal. This shows the centurion's profound respect for Jewish customs, deep sense of humility, and extraordinary faith in the Lord’s authority and power to heal by His word alone. This would be a faith that amazes even the Lord Jesus Christ.
Considering his gentile ethnicity and being exposed to their pagan religion, as a Roman, with so many gods and worships images of mythical beings, this officer’s expression of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ is indeed amazing. He believes the Lord can heal his dying slave even from afar. He believes that the Lord can compress distance. He believes in the Lord’s omnipresence. A gentile man believes that there’s nothing that God cannot do. Yes, that’s how he looked at the Lord Jesus Christ. He is God Almighty!
This is a challenge for us children of God in Christ Jesus to stay settled in the Lord's grace, and most especially to those who have not receive the Lord like this Roman officer. Yes, especially those who are held captive by religions of many gods, that even worship images crafted by human hands, like this Roman officer. This man, having able to disengage from the captivity of his religion and believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, is worthy to emulate. It is, therefore, time to believe by coming to the Lord Jesus Christ. Recognize that there is nothing hard for the Lord, which God Himself declared to Abraham, who is our father through grace. It is written, the Lord declares to the aging Abraham and Sarah their promised son: “Is anything too hard for the Lord? At the appointed time I will return to you, about this time next year, and Sarah shall have a son.”” (Genesis 18:14 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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Thursday, September 11, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:2-5 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
““And a certain centurion's servant, who was dear unto him, was sick, and ready to die. And when he heard of Jesus, he sent unto him the elders of the Jews, beseeching him that he would come and heal his servant. And when they came to Jesus, they besought him instantly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this: for he loveth our nation, and he hath built us a synagogue.” (Luke 7:2-5 KJV).
We are in a world beholden to prejudice, rank and status. Hence, this story warms the heart and points us to our better selves! The elders of the Jews plead the case of a non-Jew to the Lord Jesus Christ. They're sent by a gentile officer of rank in regard to the case of his slave who he dearly loved. The slave is sick on the brink of dying. The concern they raise transcends racial and social differences as they ask the Lord Jesus for help to heal a gentile. And they also attempted to justify that the Lord should help this officer, for he has good rapport with the Jewish nation. Of course, for the Lord Jesus Christ, these distinctions didn't matter at all. He is full of grace and truth! (John 1:17). But, conscious of religious teaching of self effort they did matter to the Jews then and to some people of our day. This is therefore our wake up call to step away from religion and other worldly ways, and come to grace in Christ Jesus by faith.
This incident is a great reminder that by the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, race, rank, and reputation pale in contrast to His desire to save and bless all people - Jews and Gentiles alike, who will come to him believing in Him as Lord. What’s amazing with this story is that this centurion is not a Jew. And, he is an officer for an occupying power. He is a Gentile, a non partaker of the promises of God to His chosen people Israel, whom the Lord Jesus Christ came for, to bring them back to relationship with God. The Lord Jesus came full of grace and truth to restore by grace His chosen people who are lost. But, here we have a man who have no part of God’s plan but see and recognize the Person of grace and came to pursue Him!
This is such a great example for us Gentiles, who now have come and received the Lordship of Christ Jesus, to cement our faith in Him. And, for those who have not yet seek to come and receive Him, it is your call. Come to grace! Believe! We have these reassuring Words of the Lord Jesus to Martha. And, we too must believe! “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?”” (John 11:25-26 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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““And a certain centurion's servant, who was dear unto him, was sick, and ready to die. And when he heard of Jesus, he sent unto him the elders of the Jews, beseeching him that he would come and heal his servant. And when they came to Jesus, they besought him instantly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this: for he loveth our nation, and he hath built us a synagogue.” (Luke 7:2-5 KJV).
We are in a world beholden to prejudice, rank and status. Hence, this story warms the heart and points us to our better selves! The elders of the Jews plead the case of a non-Jew to the Lord Jesus Christ. They're sent by a gentile officer of rank in regard to the case of his slave who he dearly loved. The slave is sick on the brink of dying. The concern they raise transcends racial and social differences as they ask the Lord Jesus for help to heal a gentile. And they also attempted to justify that the Lord should help this officer, for he has good rapport with the Jewish nation. Of course, for the Lord Jesus Christ, these distinctions didn't matter at all. He is full of grace and truth! (John 1:17). But, conscious of religious teaching of self effort they did matter to the Jews then and to some people of our day. This is therefore our wake up call to step away from religion and other worldly ways, and come to grace in Christ Jesus by faith.
This incident is a great reminder that by the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, race, rank, and reputation pale in contrast to His desire to save and bless all people - Jews and Gentiles alike, who will come to him believing in Him as Lord. What’s amazing with this story is that this centurion is not a Jew. And, he is an officer for an occupying power. He is a Gentile, a non partaker of the promises of God to His chosen people Israel, whom the Lord Jesus Christ came for, to bring them back to relationship with God. The Lord Jesus came full of grace and truth to restore by grace His chosen people who are lost. But, here we have a man who have no part of God’s plan but see and recognize the Person of grace and came to pursue Him!
This is such a great example for us Gentiles, who now have come and received the Lordship of Christ Jesus, to cement our faith in Him. And, for those who have not yet seek to come and receive Him, it is your call. Come to grace! Believe! We have these reassuring Words of the Lord Jesus to Martha. And, we too must believe! “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?”” (John 11:25-26 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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Wednesday, September 10, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 7:1 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“Now when he had ended all his sayings in the audience of the people, he entered into Capernaum.” (Luke 7:1 KJV).
This verse shows us that the Lord Jesus made a deliberate transition after He delivered His Sermon on the Plain as “He entered into Capernaum.” This city in Hebrew means ‘village of comfort.’ This is a center of convergence by many visitors of deferent status, background and ethnicity. This is the commerce hub on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee. Entering into this city, the Lord Jesus shifted significantly from the mountain side and rural setting to the diverse and crowded streets of the city.
Capernaum represents the world in its false sense of vain comfort, which the Lord Jesus came to save. By entering the city, He is entering symbolically into the world, taking on the sins and suffering of humanity. This symbolizes the Lord's willingness to be present with us in our unfiltered circumstances and state of messed up lives - seeming to enjoy the falsity of comfort in a world of vanity, to offer us hope and healing.
Yes, that’s where we’re at without the saving grace of Christ Jesus. But now, in Christ by His grace, we are privileged to rest on being born again by faith in Him. Because the Lord Jesus entered Capernaum, we can now truly enter our true ‘village of comfort.’ Scriptures say: “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.” (2 Corinthians 1:3-4 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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“Now when he had ended all his sayings in the audience of the people, he entered into Capernaum.” (Luke 7:1 KJV).
This verse shows us that the Lord Jesus made a deliberate transition after He delivered His Sermon on the Plain as “He entered into Capernaum.” This city in Hebrew means ‘village of comfort.’ This is a center of convergence by many visitors of deferent status, background and ethnicity. This is the commerce hub on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee. Entering into this city, the Lord Jesus shifted significantly from the mountain side and rural setting to the diverse and crowded streets of the city.
Capernaum represents the world in its false sense of vain comfort, which the Lord Jesus came to save. By entering the city, He is entering symbolically into the world, taking on the sins and suffering of humanity. This symbolizes the Lord's willingness to be present with us in our unfiltered circumstances and state of messed up lives - seeming to enjoy the falsity of comfort in a world of vanity, to offer us hope and healing.
Yes, that’s where we’re at without the saving grace of Christ Jesus. But now, in Christ by His grace, we are privileged to rest on being born again by faith in Him. Because the Lord Jesus entered Capernaum, we can now truly enter our true ‘village of comfort.’ Scriptures say: “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.” (2 Corinthians 1:3-4 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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Tuesday, September 9, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 6:49 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.” (Luke 6:49 KJV).
The Lord Jesus speaks about the importance of hearing and following His Words, as well as the consequences of not doing so. He uses the analogy of building a house to illustrate the importance of establishing one's life on a solid foundation. In this text, He continues His metaphor of the consequence of not living by what we hear from His Words.
He contrasts two types of hearers: those who hear and put it to practice, and those who hear but do nothing or do other ways. The former are likened to a person who builds a strong house on a rock, while the latter are likened to a person who builds a house on the sand, which falls in the first rush of a flood. This emphasizes that true discipleship involves not just hearing the Lord’s words but also practicing them in daily living.
This passage therefore warns every person, wise enough to understand, that building a life on the rock (abiding in His Words) provides a solid foundation for weathering the storms of life. While building a house on the sand (disregard and rejection of His Words) will lead to destruction, of great magnitude. The ruin of that house is enormous! This vivid imagery of a flood vehemently beating a house built on sand, illustrates the spiritual consequences of not building one's life on a solid foundation by putting to practice the Lord’s teachings of grace and truth (John 1:17). Children of God in Christ, let us therefore hear and know as the Psalmist declares: “He sent out his word and healed them, and delivered them from their destruction.” (Psalm 107:20 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
“But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.” (Luke 6:49 KJV).
The Lord Jesus speaks about the importance of hearing and following His Words, as well as the consequences of not doing so. He uses the analogy of building a house to illustrate the importance of establishing one's life on a solid foundation. In this text, He continues His metaphor of the consequence of not living by what we hear from His Words.
He contrasts two types of hearers: those who hear and put it to practice, and those who hear but do nothing or do other ways. The former are likened to a person who builds a strong house on a rock, while the latter are likened to a person who builds a house on the sand, which falls in the first rush of a flood. This emphasizes that true discipleship involves not just hearing the Lord’s words but also practicing them in daily living.
This passage therefore warns every person, wise enough to understand, that building a life on the rock (abiding in His Words) provides a solid foundation for weathering the storms of life. While building a house on the sand (disregard and rejection of His Words) will lead to destruction, of great magnitude. The ruin of that house is enormous! This vivid imagery of a flood vehemently beating a house built on sand, illustrates the spiritual consequences of not building one's life on a solid foundation by putting to practice the Lord’s teachings of grace and truth (John 1:17). Children of God in Christ, let us therefore hear and know as the Psalmist declares: “He sent out his word and healed them, and delivered them from their destruction.” (Psalm 107:20 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Monday, September 8, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 6:47-48 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like: he is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock.” (Luke 6:47-48 KJV).
In these passages, the Lord Jesus describes one who hears His words and does them as a man who, when building his house, digs his foundation deeply upon the rock. When flood comes, and it will, the house remains intact on its firm and secure base. This metaphor in the parable of a man's character is likened to a house. Unless we build our character on the rock-solid foundation of God's holy and written Word, we will surely be swept away by the flood and storm of devious schemes now inundating the world. Scriptures say, "For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ (I Corinthians 3:11)."
We are given in this analogy a house builder we are expected to identify with. He is a wise man who intentionally plans his house with an eye to withstand the storms sure to pass through. He is circumspect and deliberate in digging deep to ensure having a strong foundation. The flood will come and storms will come to beat the house. It is not a matter of if. It is a matter of when.
The flood and storms obviously are the trials of life. These trials of life will descend upon us at the least expected time. Is our house, which represent our life, strong enough to withstand the onslaught of the storms? In Christ Jesus, we are. He assures us with His comforting Words, as He says: ““I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33 NIV).
So, as children of God in Christ Jesus, let us stand on the rock of His Words and be mindful always as Apostle Peter reminds. It is written: “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ’s sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.” (1 Peter 4:12-14 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
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“Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like: he is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock.” (Luke 6:47-48 KJV).
In these passages, the Lord Jesus describes one who hears His words and does them as a man who, when building his house, digs his foundation deeply upon the rock. When flood comes, and it will, the house remains intact on its firm and secure base. This metaphor in the parable of a man's character is likened to a house. Unless we build our character on the rock-solid foundation of God's holy and written Word, we will surely be swept away by the flood and storm of devious schemes now inundating the world. Scriptures say, "For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ (I Corinthians 3:11)."
We are given in this analogy a house builder we are expected to identify with. He is a wise man who intentionally plans his house with an eye to withstand the storms sure to pass through. He is circumspect and deliberate in digging deep to ensure having a strong foundation. The flood will come and storms will come to beat the house. It is not a matter of if. It is a matter of when.
The flood and storms obviously are the trials of life. These trials of life will descend upon us at the least expected time. Is our house, which represent our life, strong enough to withstand the onslaught of the storms? In Christ Jesus, we are. He assures us with His comforting Words, as He says: ““I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33 NIV).
So, as children of God in Christ Jesus, let us stand on the rock of His Words and be mindful always as Apostle Peter reminds. It is written: “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ’s sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.” (1 Peter 4:12-14 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Sunday, September 7, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 6:46 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?” (Luke 6:46 KJV).
The crowd that the Lord Jesus is speaking to is a great throng that includes His twelve apostles, His group of disciples, and many Jews and Gentiles who came to hear Him and be healed (Luke 6:17–19). He explained that those who believe and follow Him will be persecuted by the world, and that they need to forgive and bless their enemies (Luke 6:20–36). He described two general attributes that His true followers exude. First, they are freed from their sins and not pointing on the sins others (Luke 6:37–42). Second, their good hearts produce good fruits (Luke 6:43–45).
In this passage simply put, the Lord Jesus is saying: "If I am your Lord, then you will do what I tell you. If you don't, then I'm not your Lord." This highlights the Lord's call to do what He says. He’s not calling them and us now to do the commands of the law. He Himself will do what’s needed to be done to fulfill the commands of the law (Matthew 5:17). Our part is to believe and receive Him to be the Lord of our life. We are to totally depend on Him by resting in His grace. There’s no other way. Not by our self efforts by trying hard to do our best as religion teaches. It is by believing in Him.
So, as His disciples who believe in Him, we have His assurance, Him being our Lord. Let us do as the Lord Jesus says: “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God.” (John 3:17-18 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?” (Luke 6:46 KJV).
The crowd that the Lord Jesus is speaking to is a great throng that includes His twelve apostles, His group of disciples, and many Jews and Gentiles who came to hear Him and be healed (Luke 6:17–19). He explained that those who believe and follow Him will be persecuted by the world, and that they need to forgive and bless their enemies (Luke 6:20–36). He described two general attributes that His true followers exude. First, they are freed from their sins and not pointing on the sins others (Luke 6:37–42). Second, their good hearts produce good fruits (Luke 6:43–45).
In this passage simply put, the Lord Jesus is saying: "If I am your Lord, then you will do what I tell you. If you don't, then I'm not your Lord." This highlights the Lord's call to do what He says. He’s not calling them and us now to do the commands of the law. He Himself will do what’s needed to be done to fulfill the commands of the law (Matthew 5:17). Our part is to believe and receive Him to be the Lord of our life. We are to totally depend on Him by resting in His grace. There’s no other way. Not by our self efforts by trying hard to do our best as religion teaches. It is by believing in Him.
So, as His disciples who believe in Him, we have His assurance, Him being our Lord. Let us do as the Lord Jesus says: “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God.” (John 3:17-18 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Saturday, September 6, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 6:43-45 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“For a good tree bringeth not forth corrupt fruit; neither doth a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. For every tree is known by his own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes. A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.” Luke 6:43-45 KJV).
Religion and philosophy teach that: actions speak louder than words. Sounds good to hear. But, God's truth doesn't say that. That's the deception of the enemy of our soul who uses religions and the wise Alecs of the world to captivate many. That’s the corrupt fruit! It’s not your action that bears power. The Lord Jesus said: “For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.”” (Matthew 12:37 NIV). It’s your words! That’s how God wired us all, having been created in His image. We all begin with God by His Words of declaration, as it is written: “In the beginning God” (Genesis 1:1a).
Then, God speaks the Words. It is written: “And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.” (Genesis 1:3 NIV). He speaks all creation into existence from nothing (Genesis 1:4-25). And, then He formed man in His image and likeness (Genesis 1:26) that when we speak the promises of God that we receive in our hearts it comes to pass bearing fruits in our lives. The blessings that we speak are the blessings that we possess. And, all blessings only come from God who is our source, those we gather seeking through His holy and written Words. If we seek from sources other than the Lord Jesus Christ and His words, those are not from God.
Hence, we are called to meditate (Hagah in Hebrew, meaning to "mutter") His words (Joshua 1:8). In so doing, we store His words in our hearts. Like what we are doing in these reflections. We don't just read it, especially the quoted Words of Scriptures. We must mutter it to release the fruit of abundance from our hearts through our mouth. It is therefore important not to use our mouth to negate God’s blessings. There are many who are brainwashed by religion who pray for healing then, thereafter they complain and claims to own their illness saying : "I have this and that." No, you don't own it and don't have it! It's an intruder to your body! Cast it out and claim healing in the name of Christ Jesus, then act as if you're healed. Don't acknowledge its presence! This truth that the Lord Jesus reveals to us we must apply in our day to day and moment to moment living. "Hagah"/mutter your wholeness, by: Firstly, intensifying your meditation (hagah/mutter) of His Words for storing in our hearts and then; Secondly, bring the fruit by declaring His Words in our lives and others, the fruit of our lips that brings glory to God our Father.
As children of God by His grace through our faith in Christ Jesus, we are therefore reminded, that: “Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name.” (Hebrews 13:15 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“For a good tree bringeth not forth corrupt fruit; neither doth a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. For every tree is known by his own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes. A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.” Luke 6:43-45 KJV).
Religion and philosophy teach that: actions speak louder than words. Sounds good to hear. But, God's truth doesn't say that. That's the deception of the enemy of our soul who uses religions and the wise Alecs of the world to captivate many. That’s the corrupt fruit! It’s not your action that bears power. The Lord Jesus said: “For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.”” (Matthew 12:37 NIV). It’s your words! That’s how God wired us all, having been created in His image. We all begin with God by His Words of declaration, as it is written: “In the beginning God” (Genesis 1:1a).
Then, God speaks the Words. It is written: “And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.” (Genesis 1:3 NIV). He speaks all creation into existence from nothing (Genesis 1:4-25). And, then He formed man in His image and likeness (Genesis 1:26) that when we speak the promises of God that we receive in our hearts it comes to pass bearing fruits in our lives. The blessings that we speak are the blessings that we possess. And, all blessings only come from God who is our source, those we gather seeking through His holy and written Words. If we seek from sources other than the Lord Jesus Christ and His words, those are not from God.
Hence, we are called to meditate (Hagah in Hebrew, meaning to "mutter") His words (Joshua 1:8). In so doing, we store His words in our hearts. Like what we are doing in these reflections. We don't just read it, especially the quoted Words of Scriptures. We must mutter it to release the fruit of abundance from our hearts through our mouth. It is therefore important not to use our mouth to negate God’s blessings. There are many who are brainwashed by religion who pray for healing then, thereafter they complain and claims to own their illness saying : "I have this and that." No, you don't own it and don't have it! It's an intruder to your body! Cast it out and claim healing in the name of Christ Jesus, then act as if you're healed. Don't acknowledge its presence! This truth that the Lord Jesus reveals to us we must apply in our day to day and moment to moment living. "Hagah"/mutter your wholeness, by: Firstly, intensifying your meditation (hagah/mutter) of His Words for storing in our hearts and then; Secondly, bring the fruit by declaring His Words in our lives and others, the fruit of our lips that brings glory to God our Father.
As children of God by His grace through our faith in Christ Jesus, we are therefore reminded, that: “Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name.” (Hebrews 13:15 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Friday, September 5, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 6:41-42 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
““Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? How can you say to your brother, ‘Brother, let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when you yourself fail to see the plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye” (Luke 6:41-42 NIV).
The problem with sin (that is not believing and receiving salvation by grace through faith in Christ Jesus) and the lack of forgiving spirit (because of unbelief), coupled with, questionable motives of a corrupted heart, is rooted in the core of one’s DNA inherited from Adam. We must look inwardly and critically at ourselves. God holds us accountable for our actions and motives. The Lord wants us to see that our first job is to deal with our own sin - the plank. Only after we address this issue in our own life can we begin to help others address the sin - (the sawdust) in their lives. And even then, we must approach them with humility, grace and love. And, we are the Lord’s instruments to touch lives while we are still in this world.
The Lord Jesus already dealt with, once and for all, the issue of sin - past, resent and future (Romans 3:25; 1 Peter 1:9). In this time of God’s dispensation of His grace, the one sin humanity must face for judgement is not believing in Him who shed His blood and died for the world. For us who believe, now in His grace we await by faith for His coming to secure us unto salvation eternally. Scriptures reveal and it is written: “For Christ has entered, not into holy places made with hands, which are copies of the true things, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God on our behalf. Nor was it to offer himself repeatedly, as the high priest enters the holy places every year with blood not his own, for then he would have had to suffer repeatedly since the foundation of the world. But as it is, he has appeared once for all at the end of the ages to put away sin by the sacrifice of himself. And just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment, so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him.” (Hebrews 9:24-28 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
““Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? How can you say to your brother, ‘Brother, let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when you yourself fail to see the plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye” (Luke 6:41-42 NIV).
The problem with sin (that is not believing and receiving salvation by grace through faith in Christ Jesus) and the lack of forgiving spirit (because of unbelief), coupled with, questionable motives of a corrupted heart, is rooted in the core of one’s DNA inherited from Adam. We must look inwardly and critically at ourselves. God holds us accountable for our actions and motives. The Lord wants us to see that our first job is to deal with our own sin - the plank. Only after we address this issue in our own life can we begin to help others address the sin - (the sawdust) in their lives. And even then, we must approach them with humility, grace and love. And, we are the Lord’s instruments to touch lives while we are still in this world.
The Lord Jesus already dealt with, once and for all, the issue of sin - past, resent and future (Romans 3:25; 1 Peter 1:9). In this time of God’s dispensation of His grace, the one sin humanity must face for judgement is not believing in Him who shed His blood and died for the world. For us who believe, now in His grace we await by faith for His coming to secure us unto salvation eternally. Scriptures reveal and it is written: “For Christ has entered, not into holy places made with hands, which are copies of the true things, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God on our behalf. Nor was it to offer himself repeatedly, as the high priest enters the holy places every year with blood not his own, for then he would have had to suffer repeatedly since the foundation of the world. But as it is, he has appeared once for all at the end of the ages to put away sin by the sacrifice of himself. And just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment, so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him.” (Hebrews 9:24-28 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Thursday, September 4, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 6:40 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“The disciple is not above his master: but every one that is perfect shall be as his master.” (Luke 6:40 KJV).
The bar of expectation is raised to the highest when the Lord Jesus declared: “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father” (Matthew 5:48 NIV). And, we can’t be by our efforts. We all have sinned and fallen short (Romans 3:23). Our best of efforts to be righteous are filthy rags before God (Isaiah 64:6). Hence, by setting these standards that the Lord Jesus is teaching in His Sermon in the Plain, He is drawing His disciples and us to totally depend on Him our Master. We being His disciples as we pursue to learn from Him, we must submit to His grace.
It is by His grace and love that we can be justified and perfected. In Him, by faith, we are declared righteous. It is not by our efforts that religion teaches to try our best of doing, as hard as we can. His Words reveal, we can only be righteous by the Lord's righteousness imputed in us (Romans 4:3-8; 2 Corinthians 5:21). As children of God by faith in Christ Jesus, we can’t be above our Master. “But every one that is perfect shall be as his master.” We can be as our Master is, as we receive His gift of salvation by faith. Faith! Faith! Faith! It is not by our merit, but as a gift of love! It is written that, “By this is love perfected with us, so that we may have confidence for the day of judgment, because as he is so also are we in this world” (1 John 4:17 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“The disciple is not above his master: but every one that is perfect shall be as his master.” (Luke 6:40 KJV).
The bar of expectation is raised to the highest when the Lord Jesus declared: “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father” (Matthew 5:48 NIV). And, we can’t be by our efforts. We all have sinned and fallen short (Romans 3:23). Our best of efforts to be righteous are filthy rags before God (Isaiah 64:6). Hence, by setting these standards that the Lord Jesus is teaching in His Sermon in the Plain, He is drawing His disciples and us to totally depend on Him our Master. We being His disciples as we pursue to learn from Him, we must submit to His grace.
It is by His grace and love that we can be justified and perfected. In Him, by faith, we are declared righteous. It is not by our efforts that religion teaches to try our best of doing, as hard as we can. His Words reveal, we can only be righteous by the Lord's righteousness imputed in us (Romans 4:3-8; 2 Corinthians 5:21). As children of God by faith in Christ Jesus, we can’t be above our Master. “But every one that is perfect shall be as his master.” We can be as our Master is, as we receive His gift of salvation by faith. Faith! Faith! Faith! It is not by our merit, but as a gift of love! It is written that, “By this is love perfected with us, so that we may have confidence for the day of judgment, because as he is so also are we in this world” (1 John 4:17 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 6:39 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“And he spake a parable unto them, Can the blind lead the blind? shall they not both fall into the ditch?” (Luke 6:39 KJV).
Every person on this planet is spiritually blind without total submission to the grace of God by faith in Christ Jesus (2 Corinthians 4:4). Yes, apart from our being wrapped by grace in our Lord Jesus Christ we are just a shell of flesh wandering aimlessly in this darkened world. The Lord Jesus applies this parable to the priests and Pharisees during His interaction with them talking about their preference to follow their traditions over God’s command about honoring one’s father and mother. He said to His disciples: “Leave them; they are blind guides. If the blind lead the blind, both will fall into a pit.”” (Matthew 15:14 NIV).
This is therefore alerting us to have the right guide as we navigate this darkened world we are passing through. This world is full of traps and snares, and ditches and pits. As children of God by faith in Christ Jesus, we don’t look to men and women to guide and to lead us. They’re blind as a bat, too. Especially, dead men and women that many look up to for help. They have no more business under the sun! Scriptures say: “Their love, their hate and their jealousy have long since vanished; never again will they have a part in anything that happens under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 9:6b NIV). Apostle Peter when he was alive said to Cornelius who knelt before him: “Stand up,” he said, “I am only a man myself””(Acts 10:26b NIV). Sadly, many today are bowing and knelling before the image of Peter and other dead men and women.
We have a perfect guide, being His sons and daughters by grace through faith in Christ Jesus. “….. God is our God for ever and ever; he will be our guide even to the end” (Psalms 48:14b NIV). And we’ll never walk in the dark. We have His holy and written Word! It is written: “Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path” (Psalms 119:105 NLT). Our Lord Jesus, by our faith in Him, promised us this: “When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come.”(John 16:13 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“And he spake a parable unto them, Can the blind lead the blind? shall they not both fall into the ditch?” (Luke 6:39 KJV).
Every person on this planet is spiritually blind without total submission to the grace of God by faith in Christ Jesus (2 Corinthians 4:4). Yes, apart from our being wrapped by grace in our Lord Jesus Christ we are just a shell of flesh wandering aimlessly in this darkened world. The Lord Jesus applies this parable to the priests and Pharisees during His interaction with them talking about their preference to follow their traditions over God’s command about honoring one’s father and mother. He said to His disciples: “Leave them; they are blind guides. If the blind lead the blind, both will fall into a pit.”” (Matthew 15:14 NIV).
This is therefore alerting us to have the right guide as we navigate this darkened world we are passing through. This world is full of traps and snares, and ditches and pits. As children of God by faith in Christ Jesus, we don’t look to men and women to guide and to lead us. They’re blind as a bat, too. Especially, dead men and women that many look up to for help. They have no more business under the sun! Scriptures say: “Their love, their hate and their jealousy have long since vanished; never again will they have a part in anything that happens under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 9:6b NIV). Apostle Peter when he was alive said to Cornelius who knelt before him: “Stand up,” he said, “I am only a man myself””(Acts 10:26b NIV). Sadly, many today are bowing and knelling before the image of Peter and other dead men and women.
We have a perfect guide, being His sons and daughters by grace through faith in Christ Jesus. “….. God is our God for ever and ever; he will be our guide even to the end” (Psalms 48:14b NIV). And we’ll never walk in the dark. We have His holy and written Word! It is written: “Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path” (Psalms 119:105 NLT). Our Lord Jesus, by our faith in Him, promised us this: “When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come.”(John 16:13 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 6:38 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.” (Luke 6:38 KJV).
Reflecting on this passage, there are two conspicuous areas we can identify where many of us can be parsimonious. One is money or material things and the other is forgiveness. Hence after teaching the apostles and the disciples in the hearing of the crowd, and in our reflections of the preceding verses about compassion, grace and generosity, the Lord Jesus now sums it up with these several areas of truth.
* Our blessings come out exponentially (pressed down, shaken and overflowing) of the blessings we extend on others; and
* The measure we use on forgiving, judging and treating others will be the basis used for how we are forgiven, judged and treated by others in this life, and on the final days by God.
God has been so gracious with us. We can either share that graciousness or abuse and hoard it. Grace is wonderful and free until we lock it in the closet and take it off our relationship circulation. If we withhold, impede or remove God's grace from our social circuit, it becomes damaged, lost with us and lost to us. This text’s stern warning reminds us again how serious God is in regard with our empathy, forgiveness and generosity with the people around us.
In essence, this passage is warning us that what we do on to others around us has far-reaching boomerang effect on us. Our action will certainly produce its intended results on ourselves - good or bad, in accordance with the seed we sow. As children of God in Christ Jesus by grace through faith, we must not lost sight of resting in grace. We must totally depend on the guidance of the Holy Spirit and be always in the light of God's words in every step we take in God's system of seedtime and harvest. Not the direction of religious system of dos and don'ts. We are warned: “Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” (Galatians 6:7-9 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
“give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.” (Luke 6:38 KJV).
Reflecting on this passage, there are two conspicuous areas we can identify where many of us can be parsimonious. One is money or material things and the other is forgiveness. Hence after teaching the apostles and the disciples in the hearing of the crowd, and in our reflections of the preceding verses about compassion, grace and generosity, the Lord Jesus now sums it up with these several areas of truth.
* Our blessings come out exponentially (pressed down, shaken and overflowing) of the blessings we extend on others; and
* The measure we use on forgiving, judging and treating others will be the basis used for how we are forgiven, judged and treated by others in this life, and on the final days by God.
God has been so gracious with us. We can either share that graciousness or abuse and hoard it. Grace is wonderful and free until we lock it in the closet and take it off our relationship circulation. If we withhold, impede or remove God's grace from our social circuit, it becomes damaged, lost with us and lost to us. This text’s stern warning reminds us again how serious God is in regard with our empathy, forgiveness and generosity with the people around us.
In essence, this passage is warning us that what we do on to others around us has far-reaching boomerang effect on us. Our action will certainly produce its intended results on ourselves - good or bad, in accordance with the seed we sow. As children of God in Christ Jesus by grace through faith, we must not lost sight of resting in grace. We must totally depend on the guidance of the Holy Spirit and be always in the light of God's words in every step we take in God's system of seedtime and harvest. Not the direction of religious system of dos and don'ts. We are warned: “Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” (Galatians 6:7-9 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
Monday, September 1, 2025
The Gospel of Luke 6:37 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!
When God Says …
“Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:” (Luke 6:37 KJV).
In this passage, the Lord Jesus is not revealing a hypothetical option. He is exposing a problem that has plagued our petty and vindictive humanity from the time Adam ceded dominion over the earth to Satan when he ate the forbidden fruit of the tree in the midst of the garden (Genesis 3).
The Lord Jesus, who is the person of grace, came at a time when the Jewish people was very focused on the strict adherence to their religious laws, rules and traditions. They lost sight of God’s grace. In the midst of religious activities in a very sinful world, just like we have in this present age, they were vindictive to one another. There was often a great deal of judgment and condemnation directed towards those who were perceived as breaking these laws or not in adherent to their views. Like we have nowadays in a world looking to their many gods in their many religions, we see people profiling and cancelling each other. The Lord Jesus challenges this attitude by urging us who see the truth, be born again (John 3:3) and receive His Lordship in our life, to be set apart. We are to give mercy and forgiveness, rather than judgment and condemnation.
Yes, if so ever we make declarations on others, it should neither be judgement nor condemnation. It rather be words of redirection, knowledge of truth, of acclamation and of blessings. It should be to forgive, to rebuild and to restore. For there is power in the words you and I speak. It is written, the Lord Jesus said: “The good person out of his good treasure brings forth good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure brings forth evil. I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak, for by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.””(Matthew 12:35-37 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
“Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:” (Luke 6:37 KJV).
In this passage, the Lord Jesus is not revealing a hypothetical option. He is exposing a problem that has plagued our petty and vindictive humanity from the time Adam ceded dominion over the earth to Satan when he ate the forbidden fruit of the tree in the midst of the garden (Genesis 3).
The Lord Jesus, who is the person of grace, came at a time when the Jewish people was very focused on the strict adherence to their religious laws, rules and traditions. They lost sight of God’s grace. In the midst of religious activities in a very sinful world, just like we have in this present age, they were vindictive to one another. There was often a great deal of judgment and condemnation directed towards those who were perceived as breaking these laws or not in adherent to their views. Like we have nowadays in a world looking to their many gods in their many religions, we see people profiling and cancelling each other. The Lord Jesus challenges this attitude by urging us who see the truth, be born again (John 3:3) and receive His Lordship in our life, to be set apart. We are to give mercy and forgiveness, rather than judgment and condemnation.
Yes, if so ever we make declarations on others, it should neither be judgement nor condemnation. It rather be words of redirection, knowledge of truth, of acclamation and of blessings. It should be to forgive, to rebuild and to restore. For there is power in the words you and I speak. It is written, the Lord Jesus said: “The good person out of his good treasure brings forth good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure brings forth evil. I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak, for by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.””(Matthew 12:35-37 ESV).
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.
Partners For Christ Ministries, INC
P. O. Box 773716
Ocala, FL 34477
Touching lives in Cambodia, The Philippines, The Middle East, The USA, and... other countries.
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