Happy Holidays!!!

I would like to thank everyone who has constantly visited my humble home. I would also like to take this opportunity to say "sorry" to those who've been expecting for new posts here. I have been almost always away for the past month. Been busy at work and studies and most especially with my duties and responsibilities in the BCBP. I hope we'd still see each other sometime early next year. Hopefully by that time, I have already prepared something for you guys. Til then. Happy Holidays!

Carreon Chronicles Issue # 8

Last month, I featured Carreon Chronicles Issue #7 here entitled Angels in Papua New Guinea. Just this morning, I received from Tito Joey their 8th issue. If you wanna check it out or get interested on missionary work or help out through donations and/or others, click here. It just inspires me to have met and known and became friends with the Carreons. Their calling and dedication to do God's work as a family, leaving home to be in a strange land and look after kids of other people is just kinda difficult for me to do, but for them, it's "The Life", the only way to live it. Amazing huh? I wonder if I could do the same? But let's not forget that we are all like different parts of the same body. We all have different functions and duties but still serving the same body. Our work may never be close to noble as theirs but whatever we do, whether it be being an owner/manager of a big company, famous writer or singer, doctor, nurse, teacher, lawyer to an ordinary housemaid, traffic enforcer, metro-aide, etc.., if we do it for God's greater honor and glory, we're just doing the same things actually.

So...let's keep doing the work of God, how simple they may be are. Big things are composed of little things and a journey to a thousand miles begins with only one step.

Control Your Tongue

A small force can yield catastrophic results, little bits turn gigantic horses, a small rudder puts huge ships on a new course, and a small flame can consume an entire forest so as the tongue, a small part of the body but can make great boasts. This little piece of muscle is capable of defiling the entire body. It sets the whole course of a person's life. We need to be alert to the danger of an uncontrolled tongue. Like harmful gossip and conceited boasting must not issue from our lips. Instead we should speak words of encouragement & enlightenment, of grace & blessing. Last Saturday, I attended our BCBP CLP and the speaker, Bro. Hermie Rodil, shared to us something by Socrates. Allow me to share it to you too. It's entitled:

TRIPLE FILTER TEST

by: Socrates

In ancient Greece (469 - 399 BC), Socrates was widely lauded for his wisdom. One day the great philosopher came upon an acquaintance that ran up to him excitedly and said, "Socrates, do you know what I just heard about one of your students?"

"Wait a moment," Socrates continued. "Before you talk to me about my student, let's take a moment to filter what you're going to say. The first filter is TRUTH. Have you made absolutely sure that what you are about to tell me is true?"

"No," the man said. "Actually I just heard about it and..."

"All right," said Socrates. "So you don't really know if it's true or not. Now let's try the second filter, the filter of GOODNESS. Is what you are about to tell me about my student something good?"

"No, on the contrary..."

"So," Socrates continued, "you want to tell me something bad about him, even though you're not certain it's true?"

The man shrugged, a little embarrassed. Socrates continued. "You may still pass the test though, because there is a third filter - the filter of USEFULNESS. Is what you want to tell me about my student going to be useful to me?"

"No, not really..."

"Well," concluded Socrates, "if what you want to tell me is neither True nor Good nor even Useful, why tell it to me at all?"

Let's control our tongue. We make sure no fire escape from our mouth. May our words bless, not burn, those to whom we speak today.

Be Happy! NOW!

We always try to convince ourselves that our life would be better tomorrow. And when tomorrow comes, we still yet wait for the morrow. And if it doesn't come, we try to do everything even up to the point of not "living" the present just to achieve the happiness we've been waiting for. For the longest time, we always wonder when our "life" would start. The life of happiness, no pain, no hardships, no sufferings, no wars, no struggles, no debts/bills to pay, no obstacles along the way or an ordeal to get through. Wondering where is the road to happiness. When is exactly the time for happiness? Is it when we graduate from school? When we land on a high paying job? Or when we get married? Or when you and your spouse got back together after 2 or more years of separation? Or when we're having kids? Or is it when we get to buy the car or house of our dreams? Win the Nobel prize? When we can finally take a vacation? Retire from the not-so-good-paying job? When do we decide to become happy? Endless questions huh? But deep inside, we all know somehow that the most important things in life is much more than winning or acquiring great things for ourselves to become happy. We know that what really makes us happy is to help others win even if it means slowing down and changing our race or giving up something for others to have.

Our life will always be full of challenges.

Happiness is a voyage, not a destination.

There is no better time to be happy than NOW.

Live and enjoy the moment.

Capture A Rainbow

I'd like to capture a rainbow

and stick it in a big box so that,

anytime you wanted to,

you could reach in and pull out a piece of sunshine.

I'd like to build you a mountain that

you could call your very own a place

to find serenity in those times

when you feel the need to be closer to yourself...

I'd like to be the one who's there

when you're lonely or troubled

or you just need someone to hold on to.

I'd like to do all this and

more to make your life happy.

But, sometimes, it isn't easy to do the

things I would like to do or give

the things I would like to give.

So... until I learn how to catch rainbows

and build mountains,

let me do for you which I know best..

..Let me simply be your friend.

-Anonymous

Be Angry But Do Not Sin

Aside from being so busy, I have lost my interest in blogging for a while when I read about the recently "bloggers' war". It all began, in my opinion, from a simple honest-to-goodness comment from one blogger to a very ordinary post of another blogger. I have written my own opinion and posted it in my other blog. Click here. Well, to make it short, the "war" erupted when one blogger got angry and "lost control". Paul wrote, "In your anger do not sin': Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry" ( Eph. 4:26). In other words we should deal with our anger by keeping it under control. A quick-tempered person is "out of control". In fact, getting angry, losing your temper is downright foolish. "A quick-tempered man does foolish things" (Prov. 14:17), and most of the times says the wrong things at the wrong time and even sometimes at the wrong person. To determine if you are needing help in this area, ask yourself these questions: Am I quick-tempered? That is, do I easily lose control of my temper? Do I speak before I think? Do I find it difficult to be objective about a situation when I am the object of criticism? Do I hurt people easily? Do people hesitate to ask me about sensitive issues? (From Devotions for Kindred Spirits). "Remember, a kind word calms wrath but a harsh word stirs up anger."

No Time

Lately, I've been so consumed with work and more work, looking for ways to stretch my finances to cover for my tuition fees and allowance (for I'm taking up MA Nursing), always in a hurry, forgetting the most important things in life but I'm so thankful that it didn't take for long. I am just glad to read this poem again and remind me to be still. I believe some have read this already but I'd like to post it here anyway. It might help remind others too.

THE POEM I knelt to pray but not for long, I had too much to do. I had to hurry and get to work

For bills would soon be due. So I knelt and said a hurried prayer, And jumped up off my knees. My Christian duty was now done My soul could rest at ease. All day long I had no time To spread a word of cheer.

No time to speak of Christ to friends, They'd laugh at me I'd fear. No time, no time, too much to do, That was my constant cry, No time to give to souls in need But at last the time, the time to die. I went before the Lord, I came,

I stood with downcast eyes.

For in his hands God held a book;

It was the book of life. God looked into his book and said "Your name I cannot find. I once was going to write it down... But never found the time"

Angels In Papua New Guinea

I couldn't help but post my friends' newsletter - Carreon Chronicles (click to read the newsletter), which I received yesterday from Tito Joey, the better half of my good friend-teacher back in college, Ma'am Ayee. They lived in the US for almost a decade with their 2 kids, Janine and Joseph, but they're in Papua New Guinea now and work for God as missionaries. Ma'am Ayee (and Ma'am Tess Mendoza - also my college teacher-friend) are two of those whom I consider God-sent, my angels here on earth. They were the few people back in college who taught me how to really read the Bible and introduced to me how God is like. Early this morning, I dreamed that I was also with them in PNG working for God as a missionary. It was so vivid, so real-like, I could almost feel how it is like to become a missionary. A few months ago, I had the chance to talk to Fr. John Flynn - a missionary priest from Finland. We had talked about how one can become a missionary but he said everyone are missionaries in one way or another, in our daily lives, to our immediate families, friends, co-workers, neighbors and even to strangers we meet everyday. Doing good, showing kindness, lending our ears, extending our hands, making a difference in other people's lives...we're already doing missionary works. Well, of course, leaving home ang going to a strange land to serve other people is also another thing, which I think is really a very noble and not very easy thing to do but for those who consider God's people above self, wow! For us who don't have a speacial calling...let's be missionaries too in every simple way we can to help make the world a better place to live in. After all, isn't that what's life is all about? (Read: Cast A Bread).

Tag! I'm It!

I was just wondering what's this "tag" thing all about when suddenly I got a mail from Berrymom. I have just been tagged. She told me that this is what I have to do... 1. Go into your archives. 2. Find your 23rd post. 3. Post the fifth sentence (or closest to it). 4. Post the text of the sentence in your blog along with these instructions. 5. Tag five other people to do the same thing. Well, I do have 23rd post but it has got only few lines so I decided to write the fifth line from my 23rd post entitled Cast A Bread. Here it goes... "the world a better place - And, after all," Now, Berrymom tells me that I have to tag 5 people, so here they are... (I'm sorry guys, but I have to do this.) A Peep Through Hill Country Thoughts Jesus is Love Windows to my Soul Peaceful Selah I hope I don't get tagged over and over again...I better hide. But where to? Haha!

Speak To Me

I asked God to take away my PRIDE, and God said, “NO” He said, it was not for Him to take away, but for me to give up. I asked God to make away my handicapped child whole, and God said, “NO” He said, her spirit is whole, her body temporary. I asked God to grant me PATIENCE, and God said, “NO” He said that patience is a by-product of tribulation; it isn’t granted, it’s earned. I asked God to give me HAPPINESS, and God said, “NO” He said, He gives BLESSINGS, Happiness is up to me. I asked God to make my spirit GROW, and God said, “NO” He said, I must grow on my own, but He will prune me to make me fruitful I asked God to spare me from PAIN, and God said, “NO” He said suffering draws me apart from worldly cares and brings me closer to Him. I asked God if He loves me, and God said, “YES” He gave me His only Son who died for me, And I will be in heaven someday because I believe. I asked God to help me to love others as much as He loves me, And God said, “ Ah, Finally! You have the idea."

What Would You Rather Do?

I would rather live my life

as if there is a God,

and die to find out there isn't,

Than live my life as if there isn't,

and die to find out there is.

Cast A Bread

Bread cast on the waters comes back to you.

The good deed you do today may benefit you or someone

you love at the least expected time.If you never see

the deed again at least you will have made

the world a better place - And, after all,

Isn't that what life is all about?

Bring Out The Shine

A gem cannot be polished without friction,

nor a man perfected without adversity.

We as Christians have the wonderful potential of reflecting the beauty of our Savior. But sin has left its mark on our personalities, and a lot of "road film" needs to be removed before the lovely character of Jesus can be seen in us.

God often brings about this change through the buffing of hardship and trials, for pressure has a way of loosening the dirt and grime of rebellion and selfishness. The Bible tells us that tribulation produces perseverance, character, hope, and confidence by the Holy Spirit (Romans 5:3-5).

We might wish that a speedy "car wash" could do the job, but there's no substitute for the difficulties that can bring out the shine of Christ-like character. - Dennis De Haan

What pains my dear Lord must be taking,

How true and how faithful His care;

I know if He gave me all sunshine

I could not His own image bear. - Beattie

Bloggers' Bliss

I'm really enjoying this "blog-thing" because I don't only express myself but I can also touch other people's lives. I particularly love and thank those people (friends and not) who emailed me thanking me for my posts which they said have touched/taught them in one way or the other. "Thank you".

I am also happy to share that through blogging, I get closer to my family even to the ones living countries-away from us. I am also able to meet new friends "electronically" (here and abroad) aside from learning a lot of things too from their respective blogs as well.

I encourage those who don't have one yet to start constructing their own. It's really fun and exciting and not to mention I am beginning to learn HTML, well at least the very basic ones. It's a good skill. Think about it! Good luck!

Spiritual Adviser

In my entire life, I have never been so excited to read the Bible. I have never been so in love with God like this before. It is truly a wonderful feeling that no earthly thing could ever replace it and I thank the Holy Spirit for letting me know Him. God is truly a good God. He knows what we need and simply gives us that but oftentimes we neglect that. Have you ever thought trials, sufferings and those "little misfortunes" (as we oftentimes mistook as just that) we have experienced could in fact be God's blessings? Some would probably think otherwise. I know, in the journey of searching to know the truth, a lot of questions arise. Am I pleasing or hurting God if I do this? Am I going to the right church? Do I follow God's commands? And what are those? How can I introduce God to others when I feel like I am nothing? And endless questions more arise. And after our other questions are answered, more questions just come up. Is this a sign of having very little faith? I myself is still a babe when it comes to my spiritual life and I take this relationship I have with God so seriously now. We should all do. It is also helpful to find a "spiritual adviser". Whom you could talk to and whom you think is full of wisdom and has greater faith like a priest or a pastor in the church we go to. The Bible, the Word of God is also there. And also our brothers and sisters in Christ. But most importantly, God has given us His Holy Spirit as our mentor, guide, help and comforter.

Every Moment

If God brings you to it,

He will bring you through it.

Happy moments, praise God.

Difficult moments, seek God.

Quiet moments, worship God.

Painful moments, trust God.

Every moment, thank God.

Positive Mental Attitude

(From Kye) The 92-year-old, petite, well-poised and proud lady, who is fully dressed each morning by eight o'clock, with her hair fashionably coifed and makeup perfectly applied, even though she is legally blind, moved to a nursing home today. Her husband of 70 years recently passed away, making the move necessary. After many hours of waiting patiently in the lobby of the nursing home, she smiled sweetly when told her room was ready. As she maneuvered her walker to the elevator, I provided a visual description of her tiny room, including the eyelet sheets that had been hung on her window. "I love it," she stated with the enthusiasm of an eight-year-old having just been presented with a new puppy. "Mrs. Jones, you haven't seen the room .... just wait." "That doesn't have anything to do with it," she replied. "Happiness is something you decide on ahead of time. Whether I like my room or not doesn't depend on how the furniture is arranged... it's how I arrange my mind. I already decided to love it "It's a decision I make every morning when I wake up. I have a choice; I can spend the day in bed recounting the difficulty I have with the parts of my body that no longer work, or get out of bed and be thankful for the ones that do." "Each day is a gift, and as long as my eyes open I'll focus on the new day and all the happy memories I've stored away ...just for this time in my life. Old age is like a bank account ...you withdraw from what you've put in. So, my advice to you would be to deposit a lot of happiness in the bank account of memories. Thank you for your part in filling my Memory bank. I am still depositing."

Remember the five simple rules to be happy:

1. Free your heart from hatred.

2. Free your mind from worries.

3. Live simply.

4. Give more.

5. Expect less.

Time Will Tell

Only TIME is capable of understanding how great LOVE is...

Click Here: A Love- Story

Submission

I just couldn't help but share what I've read last night. It's about two mountain goats who met each other on a precipitous path, one descending and the other ascending the trail. At first they backed off as if they would lunge at each other to fight for the path. This would have meant death for both of them. Then the goat below lay down in the path and allowed the one above to walk over his back. Then he got up again and both goats went safely on their way. I wonder what would the world (or even just our country) be like if most (if not all) of the people would be like the goat below, willing to take the step of submission to one another out of reverence for Christ, the supreme example of submission. But I myself, find it difficult sometimes to fully submit to God's will. How great it is to be able to say "Your will, Lord, nothing more, nothing less, nothing else" and completely let Him lead.

In Giving...

It's not how much we give, but how much love we put in giving.

- Mother Teresa

Why God Allows Suffering?

Perhaps God has brought adversity into our lives as chastening for disobedience to His Word and will.

The suffering that God allows in our lives may also indicate His purpose to bring us to a greater level of faith in our walk with Him since one of the purposes of human suffering is to bring the sufferer to a personal knowledge of God's saving grace.

Suffering is sometimes allowed by God for reasons like to suppress pride and develop faith, to teach patience, to foster fellowship with Christ, or to experience God's comfort to share it with others.

Job 42:5-6
2 Cor 12:7-10
James 1:2-4
Phil 3:10
2 Cor 1:3-5

Nothing Can Separate

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?

ROMANS 8:35

Nothing you could ever experience, no matter how terrible or frightening, could ever separate you from the love of God. No tribulation and distress you might ever suffer could be so intense that God's love for you is not even more fervent. No persecution could be so painful that God's love cannot bring comfort. Famine might starve you of food, but you will never hunger for the Father's love. Poverty cannot strip you of God's compassion, just as even death itself is incapable of robbing you of your heavenly Father's infinite love. If you base your view of God's love on your circumstances, you will become confused. There may be times when you will ask, "How could a loving God allow this to happen to me?" You may begin to question what you find clearly stated in the Word of God. God promised that you would never be separated from His love; He did not say that you would never face hardship, persecution, poverty, or danger. If you doubt that God could love you and still allow you to experience difficult experiences, consider the life of Jesus. If you allow the death of Jesus on the cross to forever settle any questions you might have about God's love, you will approach difficult circumstances with confidence.

Knowing that there will never be anything that could separate you from God's perfect love, you will watch to see how God expresses His love in each circumstance. Don't ever judge God's love based on your circumstances. Instead, evaluate your circumstances from the perspective of God's love.

The Beatitudes

Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the

kingdom of heaven.

Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.

Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness:

for they shall be filled.

Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.

Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be

called the children of God.

Blessed are they which are persecuted for

righteousness' sake:

for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Matthew 5:3-10

Divine Providence

Have you ever been delayed in traffic so that you missed traveling on a plane or bus that was involved in a serious mishap? Have you somehow been prevented from seeing a friend to tell him certain information, only to find out later that the information would have been very disturbing or discouraging to him/her? Or have you complained being caught in an awkward or difficult situation only to thank later because it has saved you from experiencing a more devastating event?

We are not always aware of the reason certain things happen to us. But we can trust our all-knowing, good God to dovetail happenings together and to accomplish His purpose in our lives.

"We know that in all things God works for good with those who love Him, those whom He has called according to His purpose."

Romans 8:28

Got Plans?

"Many are the plans in a man's heart,

but it is the decision of the Lord

that endures."

Proverbs 19:21

The Gift

A young man was getting ready to graduate from college. For many months he had admired a beautiful sports car in a dealer's showroom, and knowing his father could well afford it, he told him that was all he wanted. As Graduation Day approached, the young man awaited signs that his father had purchased the car. Finally, on the morning of his graduation, his father called him into his private study. His father told him how proud he was to have such a fine son, and told him how much he loved him. He handed his son a beautiful wrapped gift box. Curious, but somewhat disappointed, the young man opened the box and found a lovely, leather-bound Bible, with the young man's name embossed in gold. Angrily, he raised his voice to his father and said, "With all your money you give me a Bible? And stormed out of the house, leaving the Bible.

Many years passed and the young man was very successful in business. He had a beautiful home and wonderful family, but realized his father was very old, and thought perhaps he should go to him. He had not seen him since that graduation day. Before he could make arrangements, he received a telegram telling him his father had passed away, and willed all of his possessions to his son. He needed to come home immediately and take care of things. When he arrived at his father's house, sudden sadness and regret filled his heart. He began to search through his father's important papers and saw the still new Bible, just as he had left it years ago. With tears, he opened the Bible and began to turn the pages. His father had carefully underlined a verse, Matthew 7:11, "And if ye, being evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more shall your Heavenly father which is in heaven, give to those who ask Him?"As he read those words, a car key dropped from the back of the Bible. It had a tag with the dealer's name, the same dealer who had the sports car he had desired. On the tag was the date of his graduation, and the words...PAID IN FULL. How many times do we miss God's blessings because they are not packaged as we expected? Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; but remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for...

IF YOUR GIFT IS NOT PACKED THE WAY YOU WANT IT, IT'S BECAUSE IT IS BETTER PACKED THAT WAY! ALWAYS APPRECIATE LITTLE THINGS, THEY USUALLY LEAD YOU TO ATTACHMENTS!

Doing The Will Of God

When some ministers urged Abraham Lincoln to free all slaves, he responded, "It is my earnest desire to know the will of Providence in this matter. And if I can learn what it is, I will do it...I suppose I am not to expect a direct revelation; I must study the...facts of the case...and learn what appears to be wise and right."

The faithfulness of Abraham's servant and the providence of God had brought him to Rebekah. Then her brother Laban welcomed him into his home. But the servant would not eat until he disclosed his mission, which he rehearsed in full, including his prayer and encounter with Rebekah at the spring. Laban and his father immediately recognized the providential hand of God in the matter: "This is from the Lord; we can say nothing to you one way or the other. Here is Rebekah; take her and go, and let her become the wife of your master's son, as the Lord has directed" (Gen 24:50-51).

Abraham's servant, Rebekah, her family all appear in the story as persons who are committed to doing the will of God. In their case God made His will known through His providential workings in answer to the faith and prayer of Abraham's servant.

What about us? We too need to be committed to knowing and doing God's will. Prayer, common sense, and providence are avenues God uses to guide us. Besides these, we now have a resource that those in this story did not have - the complete Word of God, the Bible. As we obey His will as revealed in the Bible, we can experience His guidance.

Acts of God; Tears of God

by John Fischer

Hard to think of anything else right now but to feel for the people in the southern United States whose homes and virtual lives lie under feet of water, mud and rubble. My neighbor was out on her porch late last night talking about how she couldn't stop watching CNN. She knows friends and relatives in or near some of the flooded areas and there's no way to get through to them. I'm sure that is a very common dilemma right now. It's hard to pull yourself away because it is so hard to imagine this happening to anybody, much less someone you know. It's moments like this when we feel so frail and helpless as human beings. We are victims of forces way beyond our control. In legal terms disasters like this fall under the category: “Acts of God.” Doesn't bode too well for God's reputation, does it? Is it that God doesn't have anything better to do than devastate the lives of hundreds of thousands of people? To some it may seem like that. We call natural disasters “Acts of God” because there is no other way to explain them. I would prefer to believe God is in charge of even things like this, and accept the inconsistencies that come with that belief, rather than live in a world even God can't control, or worse, where there is no reason for our existence and no one there to hear our silent screams.

One thing we need to remember is that this is the same God who let the world and His human creation go bad, and then turned around and sacrificed His own Son in a brutal death in order to save it. Will we ever understand that? Probably not. But as a result of God's unique divine/human incarnation, He understands us. He is neither distant nor untouched by our human predicament. Believe me, He's got His arms around these flood zones right now eager to help and comfort. And just as God suffered over Jesus, His heart is breaking over these losses. Whatever you feel, you can be sure God feels also, and then some. The acts of God include the tears of God. And just as He will ultimately redeem the human race, He will also turn our lives and devastations into good somehow. Life will go on and God will still be God.

Yesterday the governor of Louisiana asked for everyone to spend the day in prayer. That's where we turn when things like this happen. To have no one there to pray to would be even more devastating. "[Prayer] would be the best thing to calm our spirits and thank our Lord that we are survivors," said Governor Kathleen Blanco. "Slowly, gradually, we will recover; we will survive; we will rebuild.”

Spiritual Blessings In Christ

Paul tells us that God "has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ" (Eph. 1:3). God promised a physical land to Abraham and his descendants. During the time of Joshua, God told the Israelites, "I will give you every place you set foot on" (Josh. 1:3). Likewise Paul instructs us in Ephesians 4-6 how to "set our foot" on our spiritual blessings in Christ and make them our own. Part of that practical possession is our spiritual warfare. We are to "be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power" and "put on the full armor of God" to "stand against the devil's schemes" (Eph. 6:10-11). We must stand firm in the victory Christ achieved for us on Calvary. We must constantly be clothed with the full armor of God - the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of readiness that come from the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and "the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God" (vv. 14-17).

No Coincidence

There are no coincidence in the vineyard of the Lord. Everything and even the most chance encounters can become for us divine appointments. If we follow the leadings of the Holy Spirit courageously with faith in the growth potential of mustard seed, we will see sometimes quickly and at times more slowly the development of His mighty works in our midst.

Think About It?

How can finite beings - even redeemed sinners - glorify the infinitely glorious God? First, by our praise and thanksgiving to Him for His salvation and His blessings. Second, by our lives of devoted service to Him as His children. Third, by our witness, proclaiming the Gospel of God's grace in Jesus Christ to the ends of the earth.

Blessing & Obedience

It is always God's desire to bless His people, but before every blessing there is always the act of OBEDIENCE. I Kings 18:21 Exodus 32:26 Joshua 24:15

Wise Person

"A wise person never stops learning about God and His word. The more we learn, the more we realize how much we need to learn..."

It all began...

One night, I had a dream, I saw myself so confused and crushed about what's been happening in my life, I tried looking for my relatives and friends and asked for help. They stayed and made me happy but only for a moment. I ran to places to find rest but all I got into was more heavy load. I tried to do the things I liked but only to find out they made me more miserable and distressed. I bought all the things which made me feel secured but later on I realized I had purchased nothing. When I did everything I could, used every bit of knowledge I have and gave all the strength which was left in me...I just saw myself even more helpless, drained, bitter, miserable, unhappy and alone...

When I woke up, I came to realize the dream I just had was exactly what was happening in my life. That was the moment I decided to let go of every fear and doubt inside me, surrendered everything to the One Most High, let Him lead my life and submit to His perfect plan. Although life around me was still almost the same - bamboozling and hostile; relatives and friends come and go; so many burdensome loads; not all things work out well - and yet it's so DIFFERENT. With God, though I'm alone, I'm alone with Him and never feel lonely; when I'm confused, He enlightens me; when I'm drained and weak, He strengthens me; when I'm afraid, He holds me; when I stumble and fall, He carries me; and when I get lost, He leads me the way.

I wanted to share this wonderful experience I have for knowing God and how good and wonderful He is. Aside from making others know Him through my actions and works, I'd also like to share Him through my thoughts and feelings and one way to do this is write them for others to read. I may never have the chance to do something for you, at least, I (and many others who would post here) would be able to touch you in ways no "hand" could ever do the same way.