When the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding; but when the wicked perish, the righteous thrive" (Proverbs 28.28).
In fact, it seems to me that the whole Latin America seems to be determined/destined to perish with wicked people rising to power almost all the time(s)...!!! oh, dear Lord!
Honduras suffers from this problem right now! Tyrannical rulers lack judgment - mainly - the force/power from the poll(s)! People - one who actually thinks correctly - do not agree with present situation of Honduras.
Now, what to do?
1. Zelaya must come back into force/power. He was the elected, nobody else;
2. Times of tyrannical ruler/soldier/general is no longer allowed - neither desirable, at all;
3. People of Honduras must decide their own destiny.
May God bless people of Honduras, today and ever!
Paulo César Sampaio
Pastor-Prior of Templars
MSN: p-cesarsampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
ooVoo: pcesarsampaio
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Friday, July 17, 2009
Love must be sincere...
Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good" (Romans 12.9)
All you need is love - once sang John Lennon and other singers.
They still do! Well, they are not actually wrong! But not the "free love" these singers used to proclaim!
Love implies responsibility and loyalty - above all! Love must be sincere and unique!
We, human beings, do not have much time on earth - maybe 80/90 years, at the most!
Therefore, we should cling to what is good; not bad!
Do not waste your time hating people. Hate what is evil!
Start doing what is good.
This (the good things) will benefit many people - starting from yourself!
Come on! It is never ever too late to cling to what is good! Forget yesterday - this is past now! Forget tomorrow (you are not still there...!!!).
Concentrate on today! You live each day and each day you must fight and win! Jesus will help you - always.
May God bless you today and ever!
Paulo César Sampaio - pastor
MSN: p-cesarsampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
ooVoo: pcesarsampaio
Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good" (Romans 12.9)
All you need is love - once sang John Lennon and other singers.
They still do! Well, they are not actually wrong! But not the "free love" these singers used to proclaim!
Love implies responsibility and loyalty - above all! Love must be sincere and unique!
We, human beings, do not have much time on earth - maybe 80/90 years, at the most!
Therefore, we should cling to what is good; not bad!
Do not waste your time hating people. Hate what is evil!
Start doing what is good.
This (the good things) will benefit many people - starting from yourself!
Come on! It is never ever too late to cling to what is good! Forget yesterday - this is past now! Forget tomorrow (you are not still there...!!!).
Concentrate on today! You live each day and each day you must fight and win! Jesus will help you - always.
May God bless you today and ever!
Paulo César Sampaio - pastor
MSN: p-cesarsampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
ooVoo: pcesarsampaio
Thursday, July 16, 2009
"How long, Oh Lord, must I call for help, but you do not listen? Or cry out to you "Violence" but you do not save?" (Habakkuk 1.2)
Matter of fact, millions of people suffer on a daily-basis... and call for help, and cry out, and do all kinds of things - but even so are not listened! Why is that so?
1. Lord actually sees all of us, regardless of places, situations, etc.;
2. The point is: there is a time
Matter of fact, millions of people suffer on a daily-basis... and call for help, and cry out, and do all kinds of things - but even so are not listened! Why is that so?
1. Lord actually sees all of us, regardless of places, situations, etc.;
2. The point is: there is a time
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Why not changing something - for a while?
I have declared to both Jews and Greeks that they must turn to God in repentance and have faith in our Lord Jesus (Acts 20.21).
The word "repentance" is of your knowledge - for sure! You might have heard it a lot of times... Therefore, I will go straight to the point:
In fact all religions "live" out of repentance! Let me explain: they all need new converts, that is, people who repented from their "ordinary" lives and turned to something (or someone!) more spiritual... All religions (or sect - yes!) celebrate when someone comes into their sanctuaries. That is for sure!
However, there is only one religion that clearly say that God and angels have a party in heavens every time he (or she) turns from his (or her) life to God - that is christianism! No one else! Hum... is that any good? For sure! God and angels would not loose their precious times when something-someone worthless...
Every religion says to preach the truth! But where is the truth, asked Pilate to Jesus on John 18.38. After that, Pilate went out again to the Jews and said: "I find no basis for a charge against him". Sure! No basis at all! Jesus had said before: "I am the way, and the truth and the life". Unfortunately, Pilate had not such an understanding... Still today, 19th November 2006, not all people actually understand what Jesus said...
Truth! What truth? Christ - for sure! He said: "You are right when saying that I am a king. In fact, for this reason I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to me". Well, let me ask you - dear reader -: are you on the side of truth, or not? You say it! Do not say: "all religions lead to God", for this is NOT true - at all! This is "truly" and old but wrong saying.
We are very much "used" to our ordinary lives... and, most of the times, we avoid any change(s). Let us be honest: some people just "love" the way life goes on... regardless to where it will lead up - at the end... To change-turn takes time and lot of efforts. People usually are afraid of any change... But listen: even mother nature changes-turns, that is, we have spring, summer, fall and winter! Four times in a year nature changes-turns! Why dont you - at least once? Have you already tried some changing? And nothing "good" came out of it? Have you actually tried hard? Okay, in case nothing "good" happened, then I invite you to try again. This time, put your faith on Him (Jesus Christ). Things may happen now, my friend... It is worth trying.
Have you ever asked yourself:
1. Why "things" do not change for the better to you?
2. Why "things" just keep being the same all the time?
3. Why "things" or persons do not change towards ME?
Now let me ask you:
1. What have you done to change-turn positively until today?
2. What have you done to change-turn from an "ordinary" situation to an "extra-ordinary" situation?
3. What have you done to be happier?
I could obviously ask many questions... but: that is enough! Time is running out for you! Do not ever think you have much time... Time runs out easily and steadily... Things happen very very fast... You should "move" fast. Do not stand still... If you stand still... someone faster than you will get the prize! Okay: who gets a Nobel Prize? Oh, someone very intelligent! Yes - you are right. But just ONE on each particular field gets the prize; not many! A Nobel awarded gets about EUR 1.300.000,00! Wow! Not bad - huh? "Move" in such a way that you get your Nobel... Your Nobel could be: a) your peace of mind b) healthiness c) prosperity d) you name it...
Frankly speaking, no Nobel should be compared to Him - Jesus Christ. All you have to do is to accept Him as your personal saviour. That is it: your Nobel is available to you - 24h a day! Do not loose your time! Hum... I hear you saying you already have a religion? Wonderful! Great! One question: has this religion changed you for the better? No? Not enough? Okay: then change your religion! That is simple! Religion will not lead you up to heavens! No way. Jesus is the way - today and ever. A change is for-ever. A change should only be for the better and not for the worse! A change requires action-attitude! Wake up to reality - while there is time...
Write me: paulocesar@benedictus.com.br and testify about any change in you.
God bless you today and ever.
Paulo César Sampaio - pastor
MSN: p-cesarsampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
ooVoo: pcesarsampaio (http://www.oovoo.com/)
I have declared to both Jews and Greeks that they must turn to God in repentance and have faith in our Lord Jesus (Acts 20.21).
The word "repentance" is of your knowledge - for sure! You might have heard it a lot of times... Therefore, I will go straight to the point:
In fact all religions "live" out of repentance! Let me explain: they all need new converts, that is, people who repented from their "ordinary" lives and turned to something (or someone!) more spiritual... All religions (or sect - yes!) celebrate when someone comes into their sanctuaries. That is for sure!
However, there is only one religion that clearly say that God and angels have a party in heavens every time he (or she) turns from his (or her) life to God - that is christianism! No one else! Hum... is that any good? For sure! God and angels would not loose their precious times when something-someone worthless...
Every religion says to preach the truth! But where is the truth, asked Pilate to Jesus on John 18.38. After that, Pilate went out again to the Jews and said: "I find no basis for a charge against him". Sure! No basis at all! Jesus had said before: "I am the way, and the truth and the life". Unfortunately, Pilate had not such an understanding... Still today, 19th November 2006, not all people actually understand what Jesus said...
Truth! What truth? Christ - for sure! He said: "You are right when saying that I am a king. In fact, for this reason I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to me". Well, let me ask you - dear reader -: are you on the side of truth, or not? You say it! Do not say: "all religions lead to God", for this is NOT true - at all! This is "truly" and old but wrong saying.
We are very much "used" to our ordinary lives... and, most of the times, we avoid any change(s). Let us be honest: some people just "love" the way life goes on... regardless to where it will lead up - at the end... To change-turn takes time and lot of efforts. People usually are afraid of any change... But listen: even mother nature changes-turns, that is, we have spring, summer, fall and winter! Four times in a year nature changes-turns! Why dont you - at least once? Have you already tried some changing? And nothing "good" came out of it? Have you actually tried hard? Okay, in case nothing "good" happened, then I invite you to try again. This time, put your faith on Him (Jesus Christ). Things may happen now, my friend... It is worth trying.
Have you ever asked yourself:
1. Why "things" do not change for the better to you?
2. Why "things" just keep being the same all the time?
3. Why "things" or persons do not change towards ME?
Now let me ask you:
1. What have you done to change-turn positively until today?
2. What have you done to change-turn from an "ordinary" situation to an "extra-ordinary" situation?
3. What have you done to be happier?
I could obviously ask many questions... but: that is enough! Time is running out for you! Do not ever think you have much time... Time runs out easily and steadily... Things happen very very fast... You should "move" fast. Do not stand still... If you stand still... someone faster than you will get the prize! Okay: who gets a Nobel Prize? Oh, someone very intelligent! Yes - you are right. But just ONE on each particular field gets the prize; not many! A Nobel awarded gets about EUR 1.300.000,00! Wow! Not bad - huh? "Move" in such a way that you get your Nobel... Your Nobel could be: a) your peace of mind b) healthiness c) prosperity d) you name it...
Frankly speaking, no Nobel should be compared to Him - Jesus Christ. All you have to do is to accept Him as your personal saviour. That is it: your Nobel is available to you - 24h a day! Do not loose your time! Hum... I hear you saying you already have a religion? Wonderful! Great! One question: has this religion changed you for the better? No? Not enough? Okay: then change your religion! That is simple! Religion will not lead you up to heavens! No way. Jesus is the way - today and ever. A change is for-ever. A change should only be for the better and not for the worse! A change requires action-attitude! Wake up to reality - while there is time...
Write me: paulocesar@benedictus.com.br and testify about any change in you.
God bless you today and ever.
Paulo César Sampaio - pastor
MSN: p-cesarsampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
ooVoo: pcesarsampaio (http://www.oovoo.com/)
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
What your religion has been doing good for you until today?
How is that!? Simple: if you have a nice-and-friendly family, chances are that you might grow up bearing a solid base-foundation. You might be a mature person, ready to face adversity and conquer it all... On the other hand, if you have too many problems in your own living-room, chances are that you might grow up as imature - a person full of anxiety, hatred, etc. But, do not be so sad! There is a way out of the caos. Yes - there is, indeed...
Religion, the true religion manifested in the person of Jesus Christ.
He said: I am the truth, and the way and the life.
Have you been lost lately? Have you been wandering around with no place to go? Have you been in doubt about what to do in your life? Millions have been facing the same thing. No big news! But you should not worry too much! Not at all! Deliver your life to Him (Jesus Christ) and He will take care of you...
Hey, hey - a warning: do not ever think that you should not do your part in the deal, buddy! You should search, you should seek, you should see the chances that God has been daily giving you... and, most of the times, you keep your eyes blind - blind - blind! Come on: wake up to reality! Open up your eyes!
Prayer of today:
Father, I thank you for all the chances that you have been giving to me. Open up my eyes to see - to see! I have been longing for a meaningful life and I do know that I can only find a full and rich life in You!. In Jesus name. Amem.
May God bless you today and ever!
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Pastor/in peace with God and the world
MSN: p-cesarsampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
ooVoo: pcesarsampaio
How is that!? Simple: if you have a nice-and-friendly family, chances are that you might grow up bearing a solid base-foundation. You might be a mature person, ready to face adversity and conquer it all... On the other hand, if you have too many problems in your own living-room, chances are that you might grow up as imature - a person full of anxiety, hatred, etc. But, do not be so sad! There is a way out of the caos. Yes - there is, indeed...
Religion, the true religion manifested in the person of Jesus Christ.
He said: I am the truth, and the way and the life.
Have you been lost lately? Have you been wandering around with no place to go? Have you been in doubt about what to do in your life? Millions have been facing the same thing. No big news! But you should not worry too much! Not at all! Deliver your life to Him (Jesus Christ) and He will take care of you...
Hey, hey - a warning: do not ever think that you should not do your part in the deal, buddy! You should search, you should seek, you should see the chances that God has been daily giving you... and, most of the times, you keep your eyes blind - blind - blind! Come on: wake up to reality! Open up your eyes!
Prayer of today:
Father, I thank you for all the chances that you have been giving to me. Open up my eyes to see - to see! I have been longing for a meaningful life and I do know that I can only find a full and rich life in You!. In Jesus name. Amem.
May God bless you today and ever!
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Pastor/in peace with God and the world
MSN: p-cesarsampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
ooVoo: pcesarsampaio
Friday, July 10, 2009
Take care on what you say and hear...!
At times, we say things we come to regret later on - on same day, sometimes!
At times, we hear peoples cursing us, without any reason at all!
At times, we ourselves curse others (what a shame!)!
At times, we are out of our minds and anything might come out of our lips...!
Well, it is time enough we might have better control of our spirit/soul/mind/tongue!
God bless you, today and ever! Take care on what you hear and say!
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Pastor/man-trying-to-improve
MSN: p-cesarsampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
ooVoo: pcesarsampaio
At times, we say things we come to regret later on - on same day, sometimes!
At times, we hear peoples cursing us, without any reason at all!
At times, we ourselves curse others (what a shame!)!
At times, we are out of our minds and anything might come out of our lips...!
Well, it is time enough we might have better control of our spirit/soul/mind/tongue!
God bless you, today and ever! Take care on what you hear and say!
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Pastor/man-trying-to-improve
MSN: p-cesarsampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
ooVoo: pcesarsampaio
Yes - we're in middle of year 2009!
In the beginning of Jan/09, we must have made lots of projects!
But then we all realized that things should not be so easy!
Something happened: global financial crisis, starting from USA...
Now, what to do:
1. Start praying hard to hold your job, your company, yourself;
2. Start doing your best, start offering something different, etc.;
3. What? You think you do not have faith enough!? Yes, you do have it buddy!;
4. He, right up in heavens, believes you! It is time you start believing Him;
5. Remember: half of year has passed by! We have more 6 monthes ahead;
6. Stand still. Be firm!
It is time you start thinking on heavenly things; not only earthenly things.
May God bless you today and ever!
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Pastor/still-a-businessman
MSN: p-cesarsampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
ooVoo: pcesarsampaio
In the beginning of Jan/09, we must have made lots of projects!
But then we all realized that things should not be so easy!
Something happened: global financial crisis, starting from USA...
Now, what to do:
1. Start praying hard to hold your job, your company, yourself;
2. Start doing your best, start offering something different, etc.;
3. What? You think you do not have faith enough!? Yes, you do have it buddy!;
4. He, right up in heavens, believes you! It is time you start believing Him;
5. Remember: half of year has passed by! We have more 6 monthes ahead;
6. Stand still. Be firm!
It is time you start thinking on heavenly things; not only earthenly things.
May God bless you today and ever!
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Pastor/still-a-businessman
MSN: p-cesarsampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
ooVoo: pcesarsampaio
Friday, January 09, 2009
Monday, September 22, 2008
Expected things do not - sometimes - come true...
Sometimes, things and people just come in front of us and we go thinking: wow! things will just go this time! But nothing!
While things and/or people are with us, we mean in our possession, we make plans to be with them, that is, to make the best out of their presence with us... We dream about it(them)! It just happens! Our desire is "to make things happen"! But to our entire surprise and unsatisfaction, "things and/or people" simply do NOT get/go! What a pity! How sad! Terrible! Life is like that - nobody can deny!
It just happens in all stages of life: at home, at work, at school, etc. We make plans + plans, but they all fail (almost!). We get scared and try to find a way out and/or - at least - some comprehensible way for the whole thing... Not always we have some response(s)!!!
Sometimes, things and people just come in front of us and we go thinking: wow! things will just go this time! But nothing!
While things and/or people are with us, we mean in our possession, we make plans to be with them, that is, to make the best out of their presence with us... We dream about it(them)! It just happens! Our desire is "to make things happen"! But to our entire surprise and unsatisfaction, "things and/or people" simply do NOT get/go! What a pity! How sad! Terrible! Life is like that - nobody can deny!
It just happens in all stages of life: at home, at work, at school, etc. We make plans + plans, but they all fail (almost!). We get scared and try to find a way out and/or - at least - some comprehensible way for the whole thing... Not always we have some response(s)!!!
Well, christians should remind that Proverbs 16.1 say that we make plans, but the right response comes from the Lord! Okay, lots of people do not accept such a proverb-word from the Bible, we do know it! But what to do? This is all true!
Life is full of surprise(s). Frankly speaking, I wish I had not any surprise(s) that might come against my "feelings"...!!! Okay: I might be dreaming... I admit! But I have the right to try it...
May God of surprise(s) bless you and make some of your dreams come into reality!
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Pastor/dreamer
paulocesar@benedictus.com.br
Skype: pcesarsampaio
Life is full of surprise(s). Frankly speaking, I wish I had not any surprise(s) that might come against my "feelings"...!!! Okay: I might be dreaming... I admit! But I have the right to try it...
May God of surprise(s) bless you and make some of your dreams come into reality!
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Pastor/dreamer
paulocesar@benedictus.com.br
Skype: pcesarsampaio
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
"The one who comes from heaven is above all" (John 3.31b)
Picture: PCSampaio, in Tokyo.
Do you know where you going to?
Do you llike the things that life is showing you?
Where are you going to?
Do you know!
Do you know where you going to?
Do you llike the things that life is showing you?
Where are you going to?
Do you know!
Todays word from pastor Paulo Cesar Sampaio:
Above are lyrics from an old song... Humans pass by - shortly.
Only God is eternal! But, there is a problem! Many people act if they were not supposed to die! Yes, they think to be on earth forever and ever! Uau! They will have big surprise! We are not, not from this planet! We are from high above!. But above us, above all, there came a man whose name was Jesus Christ, the son of God Almighty, and he was rejected by all - by all!
Okay, so what to do?
1. Lets acknowledge that we are of "little value", better to say: of no value at all;
2. Lets acknowledge that we do not actually know where we are going to - unless we are true christians;
3. Lets acknowledge that God is love and so and it just can be spread out wherever, whenever, to whoever listens to the son - Jesus;
4. Lets acknowledge that, as human beings, we are extremely limited and do not know everything - not at all!;
5. Lets acknowledge that we need help - yes, we do need help, desperately, sometimes!;
6. Lets acknowledge that there are so many philosophies, religions, spiritual "ways" etc but none of them fits our need(s);
7. Lets acknowledge that Jesus Christ actually divided the world: b.C (before Christ) and a.C (after Christ)!!! Not bad!!!
8. Lets acknowledge that nobody else but Him (Jesus) had such a big impact in the world until today - until today!;
9. Lets acknowledge that there is a purpose on all things in life. Nothing happens "by chance". No!;
10. Lets acknowledge that the main purpose in our short life is to please Him (Jesus) and, under pressure/problems, get our salvation, after all.
Kindly think on these "10 commandments" while I pray on your behalf:
Todays prayer:
Father, I thank you in Jesus name for the many people who come to this site and read your word!
Father, I acknowledge that I am nothing, but you are everything and over everything and everybody, in heaven and on earth!
Father, I thank you for your caring towards me and my family.
In Jesus name. Amem.
Above are lyrics from an old song... Humans pass by - shortly.
Only God is eternal! But, there is a problem! Many people act if they were not supposed to die! Yes, they think to be on earth forever and ever! Uau! They will have big surprise! We are not, not from this planet! We are from high above!. But above us, above all, there came a man whose name was Jesus Christ, the son of God Almighty, and he was rejected by all - by all!
Okay, so what to do?
1. Lets acknowledge that we are of "little value", better to say: of no value at all;
2. Lets acknowledge that we do not actually know where we are going to - unless we are true christians;
3. Lets acknowledge that God is love and so and it just can be spread out wherever, whenever, to whoever listens to the son - Jesus;
4. Lets acknowledge that, as human beings, we are extremely limited and do not know everything - not at all!;
5. Lets acknowledge that we need help - yes, we do need help, desperately, sometimes!;
6. Lets acknowledge that there are so many philosophies, religions, spiritual "ways" etc but none of them fits our need(s);
7. Lets acknowledge that Jesus Christ actually divided the world: b.C (before Christ) and a.C (after Christ)!!! Not bad!!!
8. Lets acknowledge that nobody else but Him (Jesus) had such a big impact in the world until today - until today!;
9. Lets acknowledge that there is a purpose on all things in life. Nothing happens "by chance". No!;
10. Lets acknowledge that the main purpose in our short life is to please Him (Jesus) and, under pressure/problems, get our salvation, after all.
Kindly think on these "10 commandments" while I pray on your behalf:
Todays prayer:
Father, I thank you in Jesus name for the many people who come to this site and read your word!
Father, I acknowledge that I am nothing, but you are everything and over everything and everybody, in heaven and on earth!
Father, I thank you for your caring towards me and my family.
In Jesus name. Amem.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
"Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good" (Romans 12.9)
Photo: PCSampaio, celebrating life...!!!
All you need is love - once sang John Lennon and other singers.
They still do! Well, they are not actually wrong! But not the "free love" these singers used to proclaim!
Love implies responsibility and loyalty - above all! Love must be sincere and unique!
We, human beings, do not have much time on earth - maybe 80/90 years, at the most!
Therefore, we should cling to what is good; not bad!
Do not waste your time hating people. Hate what is evil!
Start doing what is good.
This (the good things) will benefit many people - starting from yourself!
Come on! It is never ever too late to cling to what is good! Forget yesterday - this is past now! Forget tomorrow (you are not still there...!!!). Concentrate on today! You live each day and each day you must fight and win! Jesus will help you - always.
May God bless you today and ever!
Paulo César Sampaio - pastor
MSN: pc_sampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
Photo: PCSampaio, celebrating life...!!!
All you need is love - once sang John Lennon and other singers.
They still do! Well, they are not actually wrong! But not the "free love" these singers used to proclaim!
Love implies responsibility and loyalty - above all! Love must be sincere and unique!
We, human beings, do not have much time on earth - maybe 80/90 years, at the most!
Therefore, we should cling to what is good; not bad!
Do not waste your time hating people. Hate what is evil!
Start doing what is good.
This (the good things) will benefit many people - starting from yourself!
Come on! It is never ever too late to cling to what is good! Forget yesterday - this is past now! Forget tomorrow (you are not still there...!!!). Concentrate on today! You live each day and each day you must fight and win! Jesus will help you - always.
May God bless you today and ever!
Paulo César Sampaio - pastor
MSN: pc_sampaio@hotmail.com
Skype: pcesarsampaio
Friday, February 15, 2008
Life in the Tropics! Fortaleza City!
People outside Brazil has an image on this country as a "copy" of Caribbean - or something!!!
Well, to some extent, the beaches here are far more beautiful! Not to mention the food, the landscapes in general, the hospitality, the people!
Therefore, in case you've got some extra-money, jump on in down here and enjoy!
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Skype: pcesarsampaio
5585 9982.1165 mobile
Wednesday, January 02, 2008
This is quick note to say that we had a wonderful New Year's Eve at Bethfage Community Church, in Fortaleza - Brazil! My wife Katia R. Sampaio and myself - pr. P.C.Sampaio. In case you come over Fortaleza, do not forget to visit us. We will be more than happy! God bless you in 2008!
PCSampaio - pastor
Skype: pcesarsampaio
See this video-greeting: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hcbn2eOvV9k
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
"How long, Oh Lord, must I call for help, but you do not listen? Or cry out to you "Violence" but you do not save?" (Habakkuk 1.2)
Todays word from pastor Paulo César Sampaio
Matter of fact, millions of people suffer on a daily-basis... and call for help, and cry out, and do all kinds of things - but even so are not listened! Why is that so?
1. Lord actually sees all of us, regardless of places, situations, etc.;
2. The point is: there is a 'time' for Him to act;
3. We are always in a hurry and want things to be "fast-made".
Well, we should not fight against Him - not at all! We will never, ever win! Yet, we should all be humble and humbly wait for the time the Lord might act towards us! He wants to act now - today is the day! It all depend on our faith and on the good-willing of God Himself.
We all need help at a certain (or many!) point of our lives! When in troubles, we should not be shy to wave a flag with a sign: "Help wanted". God is love and it (love) may come from many different directions... We never know! We find helpers today. Tomorrow, we might be equally helpers! Help someone in need today - today.
Todays prayer
Father, help me help others, for I know that I shall need help from them someday. Fill my heart with joy and love and willing to help people in need. In Jesus name. Amen.
Paulo César Sampaio - pastor
Skype: pcesarsampaio
MSN: pc_sampaio@hotmail.com
pcsampaio@timbrasil.blackberry.com
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Who is the brazilian?
A recent research carried out by the brazilian government came to the following data:
* Monthly rate per capita: USD 418,00 a month.
* Population: 49% men and 51% women.
* Children per couple: 2
* 40% do not live in the city where they were born.
* 62,9% are economically active i.e. they work.
* 3,2 persons compose a family in Brazil.
* 22% of population have a computer at home.
* 17% have access to Internet.
* 93% have television at home.
* 74,5% have telephone at home.
* 84% have running water at home.
* 71% have eletric power at home.
* 87,5% have garbage collected at home on daily basis.
Well, it is not "that bad"...- a brazilian would say. A visitor from US, Europe or Japan should - on the contrary - possibly say: "That's a disaster for a country which plans to be included in the first world"! Brazil lacks a whole lot! Yeah - nobody can deny it!! But, anyway, it used to be worse - believe me! We have a lot to do...
All we need is: good willing to do the right thing + respected politicians who "feel" the need to change + a lot of work, a lot of work! Maybe, within the next 500 years... things might be better... What!? That's too long time to get better!? NO, it is not! Europe, for example, has - hum, more than 2007 years...
Paulo Cesar Sampaio - pastor and student of Journalism.
Skype: pcesarsampaio
MSN: pc_sampaio@hotmail.com
Monday, August 20, 2007
What have we done so far!?
Photo: beach in Fortaleza - Brazil
August is coming to an end! Within short time, we shall enter the "ber-monthes" (Sep-Oct-Nov-Dec)!
Has any project come to reality so far? No!? Why not!? Well, please mark:
1. I had no project or whatsoever - so far!;
2. I tried my best but could not get it...;
3. Lula, president of Brazil (or Bush!) is the sole guilty-soul for all wrongdoings...;
4. I do not know; what are you talking about!!!???
5. Only God knows it...
In fact, He knows all things! The point is that, for many people, the "guilty" is the other; not oneself - not "us"! So what!? What to do?
1. Think, think hard - project yourself for tomorrow;
2. Do - not only 'think', but do really do something;
3. Do not expect much from others... They may not come at the proper time...;
4. Put your faith on Him (Jesus Christ). He changed lives of billions so far!;
5. Wake up! Get up to reality!
Today is a good day. Tomorrow will be better. The "possible things" you should do now. The "impossible" things are God's specialty - ever, for ever.
Yours in His love,
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Skype: pcesarsampaio
MSN: pc_sampaio@hotmail.com
1. I had no project or whatsoever - so far!;
2. I tried my best but could not get it...;
3. Lula, president of Brazil (or Bush!) is the sole guilty-soul for all wrongdoings...;
4. I do not know; what are you talking about!!!???
5. Only God knows it...
In fact, He knows all things! The point is that, for many people, the "guilty" is the other; not oneself - not "us"! So what!? What to do?
1. Think, think hard - project yourself for tomorrow;
2. Do - not only 'think', but do really do something;
3. Do not expect much from others... They may not come at the proper time...;
4. Put your faith on Him (Jesus Christ). He changed lives of billions so far!;
5. Wake up! Get up to reality!
Today is a good day. Tomorrow will be better. The "possible things" you should do now. The "impossible" things are God's specialty - ever, for ever.
Yours in His love,
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Skype: pcesarsampaio
MSN: pc_sampaio@hotmail.com
Thursday, July 05, 2007
Political Scandals in Brazil - as usual!
Amazing 'disgrace' - what a bad thing we should all admit! In Brazil, it seems that political scandals do not come to an end! Renan Calheiros, president of National Congress is about to be kicked off because he was caught in a scandal.
Amazing 'disgrace' - what a bad thing we should all admit! In Brazil, it seems that political scandals do not come to an end! Renan Calheiros, president of National Congress is about to be kicked off because he was caught in a scandal.
Calheiros had his personal accounts paid by a lobbyist. The latter used to give money to a journalist with whom Calheiros had a baby-girl of 3 years old. On behalf of Calheiros, the lobbyist used to give money to the journalist on a monthly basis.
Matter of fact, Calheiros has not been someone to be trusted in - not at all! We all know about his political past... The worse of all is that the man does not want to be moved away from the presidency of Congress - by no means! He insists on being the president! The country is stopped! What to do! Okay: let the federal force gunmen 'fire him' - or, at least, move him away... Please!
Scandals are abundant in Brazil since Mr. Lula took over in 2003! For sure, we had other scandals before, but not almost on a weekly-basis - no, not at all! The press has been playing extremely important role for the true development of the country - by naming the problems and, on some occasions, appointing the solutions.
Amazing 'grace' - Brazil should be, at the moment we might have better politicians at the wheel...
Paulo César Sampaio - pastor and student of journalism
Skype: pcesarsampaio
MSN: pc_sampaio@hotmail.com
Matter of fact, Calheiros has not been someone to be trusted in - not at all! We all know about his political past... The worse of all is that the man does not want to be moved away from the presidency of Congress - by no means! He insists on being the president! The country is stopped! What to do! Okay: let the federal force gunmen 'fire him' - or, at least, move him away... Please!
Scandals are abundant in Brazil since Mr. Lula took over in 2003! For sure, we had other scandals before, but not almost on a weekly-basis - no, not at all! The press has been playing extremely important role for the true development of the country - by naming the problems and, on some occasions, appointing the solutions.
Amazing 'grace' - Brazil should be, at the moment we might have better politicians at the wheel...
Paulo César Sampaio - pastor and student of journalism
Skype: pcesarsampaio
MSN: pc_sampaio@hotmail.com
Thursday, June 14, 2007
"Therefore, I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear..." (Matthew 6.25a).Todays Word from Pr. P.C.Sampaio
Today we see some magazines at stands proposing-suggesting a more simple life! Well - that is good" For a long time, magazines, newspapers, etc., have been preaching that he who can buy more, he who can consume more, should be all happier... for evermore! It seems that people (ok: just some!) have awaken up to reality! To have more is not - by no means - a warranty for happiness. Not at all!
Look at picture above! Can you see some extra-ordinary things! No!? Are you sure!? Ok: indeed, that simple way of living is a first-step to happiness! In other words: family is the first environment from where happiness should burst out - come out. I do not know your family background... Yet, I can say that your family is responsible (50%) for who you are!
How is that!? Simple: if you have a nice-and-friendly family, chances are that you might grow up bearing a solid base-foundation. You might be a mature person, ready to face adversity and conquer it all... On the other hand, if you have too many problems in your own living-room, chances are that you might grow up as imature - a person full of anxiety, hatred, etc. But, do not be so sad! There is a way out of the caos. Yes - there is, indeed...
Religion, the true religion manifested in the person of Jesus Christ. He said: I am the truth, and the way and the life. Have you been lost lately? Have you been wandering around with no place to go? Have you been in doubt about what to do in your life? Millions have been facing the same thing. No big news! But you should not worry too much! Not at all! Deliver your life to Him (Jesus Christ) and He will take care of you... Hey, hey - a warning: do not ever think that you should not do your part in the deal, buddy! You should search, you should seek, you should see the chances that God has been daily giving you... and, most of the times, you keep your eyes blind - blind - blind! Come on: wake up to reality! Open up your eyes!
Prayer of today:
Father, I thank you for all the chances that you have been giving to me. Open up my eyes to see - to see! I have been longing for a meaningful life and I do know that I can only find a full and rich life in You!. In Jesus name. Amem.
May God bless you today and ever!
Paulo Cesar Sampaio
Skype: pcesarsampaio
MSN pc_sampaio@hotmail.com
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
"(...) the only thing that counts is faith expressing through love" (Galatians 5.6b).
Todays word from pastor Paulo César Sampaio
Matter of fact, millions of believers world-wide think that faith is enough to conquer all odds!
Well, faith is actually a vital element of transformation, of restoration, of communion among brethren.
Yet, it must be equally said that faith ought to be transformed into something "touchable" - that is to say: faith ought to be
Next time you see someone saying to accomplish things, etc., simply ask him (her) a question: have you done, done something to justify-confirm your said faith? Deeds, have you got any? Watch the reaction... and then get to know whether that mr. or ms. has actually been behaving like a true christian.
Todays prayer
Father, help me transfom my said faith in deeds of love. Help me to conquer all odds with my deeds of love - in faith. I am not able to do it all by myself. But, father, I do know that you are able to do all things for me. That my life be an expression of both: faith and deeds, in Jesus name. Amen.
Paulo César Sampaio - pastor
Skype: pcesarsampaio
MSN: pc_sampaio@hotmail.com
Wednesday, February 07, 2007
NATURE - YOURS TO ENJOY AND TREATHe who works his land will have abundant food, but he who chases fantasies lacks judgement" (Pv. 12.11)
Today, we hear all over that nature has been suffering from the wrong doings of mankind. Pollution, devastation, lack of carefulness, overheating, etc.
All this has been simply and terribly caused by all of us! Nobody is exemption to the rule! Nobody! In all we do, in all we think, it might have some ecological effect! That’s for sure!
Some think that matters of nature should not worry us that much! Some think that the problems nature faces today are "something" for the future generations! Well, the "dude" does not understand that – in future, his descendants will still be here – on earth!, suffering the consequences...
The word of God says that "he who works his land will have abundant food". As far back as we can remember, the planet earth is big enough to feed everyone. Where is the problem, then!? Well, it is in you, in me, in us! We should take more care of our land, of our city, of our country and planet! This is a question of life – today and ever!
Let us not be like "he who chases fantasies...". Let us all be intelligent. The earth will "thank" us. So our children and grandchildren...
Veritas et Vita
Today, we hear all over that nature has been suffering from the wrong doings of mankind. Pollution, devastation, lack of carefulness, overheating, etc.
All this has been simply and terribly caused by all of us! Nobody is exemption to the rule! Nobody! In all we do, in all we think, it might have some ecological effect! That’s for sure!
Some think that matters of nature should not worry us that much! Some think that the problems nature faces today are "something" for the future generations! Well, the "dude" does not understand that – in future, his descendants will still be here – on earth!, suffering the consequences...
The word of God says that "he who works his land will have abundant food". As far back as we can remember, the planet earth is big enough to feed everyone. Where is the problem, then!? Well, it is in you, in me, in us! We should take more care of our land, of our city, of our country and planet! This is a question of life – today and ever!
Let us not be like "he who chases fantasies...". Let us all be intelligent. The earth will "thank" us. So our children and grandchildren...
Veritas et Vita
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