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"Be imitators of God... and walk in love." Ephesians 5:1-2

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Over recent years, some areas of the Philippines have experienced massive flooding. Although the loss was extensive, it pales in comparison to the devastation of the flood in Noah's day when all living creatures except thosesafe in the ark were destroyed. God saw man's wickedness and brought judgement.

After the flood, Noah worshipped God for His protection and provision. GOd assured him that He'd never again destroy every living thing with water (Gen 8:21), and a rainbow testified to this everlasting covenant between God and all life on earth.

But mankind's rebellion has continued. Second Peter 3 reminds us that God has promised another judgement for anrepentant mankind. He is patiently waiting, wanting none to perish but all to come to repentance. Sadly, some never will.

The challenge for each of us is to examine our own lives to see if we are living up to God's expectations for us. As together we read the Scriptures and devotionals this year, let's pray that we will all continue to be changed into His image and glorify Him in all our actions..

DAVID T. HARVEY

RBC Director, Philippines