Indebtedness is a sure antidote to entitlements. Instead of demanding or at least expecting special treatment and recognition, let us constantly remind ourselves that everything comes from the graciousness of God. [John 15:18-21, Saturday in the 5th Week of Easter]

Jesus introduces his own kind of friendship - open, free and giving. [John 15:12-17, Friday in the 5th Week of Easter]

I will share a reason that while we take pride as the only Christian nation in Asia, it is a shame to see our country ranking high in the most corrupt society. We mistakenly believe that loving God is a matter of emotion. The Gospel is clear in saying that to remain in God's love means keeping His commandments. [John 15:9-11, Thursday in the 5th Week of Easter]

It was because of the Jesus's coming death and ascension that He warned his disciples that he is going away. Today, we have the constant presence of God thru the Holy Spirit. However, we feel that God is not with us at times. The last words of Jesus challenge us what to do whenever this happens. Love God and obey his commandments. [John 14:27-31, Tuesday in the 5th Week of Easter]

The real winner or victor is the one who loves. Jesus despite being betrayed, arrested, crucified and died still is the victor because he loved. He said that we love one another as I have loved you. His kind of love redeemed us and opened Heaven for all. [John 13:31-33, 34-35, 5th Sunday of Easter]

Always bear in mind that we are all servants and messengers of our God and Master. Interchanging our roles with God càn be devastating. [John 13:16-20, Thursday in the 4th Week of Easter]

Jesus is a real 'representative' of the Father par excellence in words and in deeds. It shines even more when times get tough. [John 12:44-50, Wednesday in the 4th Week of Easter]

Jesus was so persistent in his preaching about "eating his flesh and drinking his blood." The promise in doing so is eternal life. First, we indeed receive the body and blood of Jesus in the form of bread and wine in the Sacrament. Secondly, receive the body and blood of Christ when we live by His word and will. [John 6:52-59, Friday in the 3rd Week of Easter]

Jesus was so bold in proclaiming that He is the Bread of Life. Such boldness came from the clarity of the past being sent by the Father and from the certainty of the future of receiving eternal life. It is a problem if we see ourselves tentative in living by Christian values. [John 6:44-51, Thursday in the 3rd Week of Easter]

The crowd was eagerly following Jesus whereever and whenever He went. Jesus, however, confronted them with the truth. He said, "you are looking for me not because you saw signs but because you ate the loaves and were filled." [John 6:22-29, Monday in the 3rd Week of Easter]