You are just seven years old when God talked to you and said, “My child, I will entrust a special gift to you. Remember that this one is a very exceptional present. This is fragile; you need to handle it with care. In my own perfect time, he will bloom, and I need you to assist him”. What will then be your reaction?
I was shocked. I am only seven years old when we thought that in the family, it will only be me and my eldest sister. It was just a plain day, a magical indeed, when we were blessed by a cute little angel, a baby boy crafted in God’s perfect hand. We named him Dexter, which is derived from the Greek Word Dexi meaning worship. And from that time, I became his eldest sister.
He grew up, he started to discover and learn things around him, the environment he belongs. He began to find out his innate talents, a guitarist, and an ear for music. He little by little appreciates the gift of wisdom, and the future that awaits him. In small steps, he began to draw near to his Creator. And I was there, in every milestones of his life.
We are just the same as with other siblings. We do have quarrels, and oftentimes, a silent war. I used to write notes to him for the words that I can't explain vocal. I knew he read it. And keep it.
Yesterday, I saw tiredness in his eyes. He was so exhausted with the 8:00pm study schedule. I was in my bed waiting for him so that we could have our dinner together. He enters the door so swiftly without dropping any word. He slump his bag, and directly go to the dining table. I thought he is mad at me. But then, he smiled and hugs me so warm. He started to share all his experiences, dilemmas, and funny moments in school. We started to laugh with all the events that are happening.
We call the day off. Dex asks me to sleep near to him. So, I got up and get a pillow. Until I found myself hugging my little brother.
Yes, I love the sound of his laugh. But most of all, I love my brother’s body, spirit and soul.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
When the Rooster Cocks
It’s already 5:30 in the morning. The sun is diminutive mounting in the east. You smell the sweet aroma of the breeze coming from your half-opened window. You hear the rooster cocks, the house living alarm clock. You rise up, get a whiff of the freshly baked bread and brewed coffee. You then conclude, “What a great and peaceful day”.
Time flies so fast and you find yourself in the midst of rushing environment, a very hastening one. No sun rays can be seen as it is block by the tallest building around you. Fragrant winds are substituted by a polluted one. No natural alarm clock. You hurry yourself to have a grab of biscuit and a 3-in-1 coffee. You sigh and said, “Why I need to experience this every day?”
Transitions and adjustments are sometimes too difficult to embrace. Oftentimes, you need to easily shift from one environment to another as it is what the current scenario is provoking you. You have to have a bulk of courage and endurance to pursue changes. A strong heart, focused mind and capable body are just few of the things you should possess.
For almost eight years of my life, I struggle this battle. I am so attached with the slow pace life, but, opportunities lead me to go with the flow of rushing days. I cried hard every single day missing the life of a typical province girl. I love my life there, but I learn more when I seize the day of a metropolitan population. Learning’s, yes, I’ve learned a lot. I’ve seen different people, rubbing elbows with them. My knowledge cup flows more and more. I became more in love with the wisdom urbanity can provide. But most of all, I grow more in love with Great Provider. No distinct days have I missed calling Him. He stood by me, and until now, He is standing by my side.
I yearn to hear the rooster cocks once again. That even though I am not in my hometown, I’ll be able to perceive that sound as it reminds me of my life there and the majestic solemnity that God is offering me every time I am in the province.
I close my eyes that day. Until early in the morning…
I heed the wonderful noise of the rooster in the midst of a busy atmosphere.
Thank you Lord. I love you.
Time flies so fast and you find yourself in the midst of rushing environment, a very hastening one. No sun rays can be seen as it is block by the tallest building around you. Fragrant winds are substituted by a polluted one. No natural alarm clock. You hurry yourself to have a grab of biscuit and a 3-in-1 coffee. You sigh and said, “Why I need to experience this every day?”
Transitions and adjustments are sometimes too difficult to embrace. Oftentimes, you need to easily shift from one environment to another as it is what the current scenario is provoking you. You have to have a bulk of courage and endurance to pursue changes. A strong heart, focused mind and capable body are just few of the things you should possess.
For almost eight years of my life, I struggle this battle. I am so attached with the slow pace life, but, opportunities lead me to go with the flow of rushing days. I cried hard every single day missing the life of a typical province girl. I love my life there, but I learn more when I seize the day of a metropolitan population. Learning’s, yes, I’ve learned a lot. I’ve seen different people, rubbing elbows with them. My knowledge cup flows more and more. I became more in love with the wisdom urbanity can provide. But most of all, I grow more in love with Great Provider. No distinct days have I missed calling Him. He stood by me, and until now, He is standing by my side.
I yearn to hear the rooster cocks once again. That even though I am not in my hometown, I’ll be able to perceive that sound as it reminds me of my life there and the majestic solemnity that God is offering me every time I am in the province.
I close my eyes that day. Until early in the morning…
I heed the wonderful noise of the rooster in the midst of a busy atmosphere.
Thank you Lord. I love you.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
SOULFUL RELATIONSHIP
I was busy doing my work stuffs when I received this email from a friend. I was struck with the title that I paused from my load and take a break to read this. I hope you find it strucking too.
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SOULFUL RELATIONSHIP
by Reverend Ronald McFadden
If you're not married yet, share this with a friend. If you are married, share it with your spouse or other married couples.. and reflect on it.
An African proverb states, "Before you get married, keep both eyes open, and after you marry, close one eye." Before you get involved and make a commitment to someone, don't let lust, desperation, immaturity, ignorance, pressure from others or a low self-esteem make you blind to warning signs. Keep your eyes open, and don't fool yourself that you can change someone or that what you see as faults aren't really important.
Once you decide to commit to someone, over time their flaws, vulnerabilities, pet peeves, and differences will become more obvious. If you love your mate and want the relationship to grow and evolve, you've got to learn to close one eye and not let every little thing bother you. You and your mate have many different expectations, emotional needs, values, dreams, weaknesses, and strengths. You are two unique individuals who have decided to share a life together. Neither of you are perfect, but are you perfect for each other? Do you bring out the best of each other? Do you compliment and compromise with each other, or do you compete, compare, and control? What do you bring to the relationship? Do you bring past relationships, past hurt, past mistrust, past pain?
You can't take someone to the altar to alter him or her. You can't make someone love you or make someone stay. If you develop self-esteem, spiritual discernment, and "a life", you won't find yourself making someone else responsible for your happiness or responsible for your pain. Manipulation, control, jealousy, neediness, and selfishness are not the ingredients of a thriving, healthy, loving and lasting relationship.
Seeking status,sex, wealth, and security are the wrong reasons to be in a relationship. What keeps a relationship strong? Communication, intimacy, trust, a sense of humor, sharing household tasks, some getaway time without business or children and daily exchanges (a meal, shared activity, a hug, a call, a touch, a note). Leave a nice message on their voicemail or send a nice email. Sharing common goals and interests.
Growth is important. Grow together, not away from each other, giving each other space to grow without feeling insecure. Allow your mate to have outside interest. You can't always be together. Give each other a sense of belonging and assurances of commitment. Don't try to control one another. Learn each other's family situation. Respect his or her parents regardless.
Don't put pressure on each other for material goods. Remember for richer or for poorer. If t hese qualities are missing, the relationship will erode as resentment, withdrawal, abuse, neglect, dishonesty, and pain replace the passion.
" Nurture your mind with great thoughts, for you will never go any higher than you think." The grass withers, the flowers fade, but the word of God stands forever. Isaiah 40:8
Shall we make a new rule of life from tonight. Always to try to be a little kinder than is necessary.
The difference between 'United' and 'Untied' is where you put the i.
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away!
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SOULFUL RELATIONSHIP
by Reverend Ronald McFadden
If you're not married yet, share this with a friend. If you are married, share it with your spouse or other married couples.. and reflect on it.
An African proverb states, "Before you get married, keep both eyes open, and after you marry, close one eye." Before you get involved and make a commitment to someone, don't let lust, desperation, immaturity, ignorance, pressure from others or a low self-esteem make you blind to warning signs. Keep your eyes open, and don't fool yourself that you can change someone or that what you see as faults aren't really important.
Once you decide to commit to someone, over time their flaws, vulnerabilities, pet peeves, and differences will become more obvious. If you love your mate and want the relationship to grow and evolve, you've got to learn to close one eye and not let every little thing bother you. You and your mate have many different expectations, emotional needs, values, dreams, weaknesses, and strengths. You are two unique individuals who have decided to share a life together. Neither of you are perfect, but are you perfect for each other? Do you bring out the best of each other? Do you compliment and compromise with each other, or do you compete, compare, and control? What do you bring to the relationship? Do you bring past relationships, past hurt, past mistrust, past pain?
You can't take someone to the altar to alter him or her. You can't make someone love you or make someone stay. If you develop self-esteem, spiritual discernment, and "a life", you won't find yourself making someone else responsible for your happiness or responsible for your pain. Manipulation, control, jealousy, neediness, and selfishness are not the ingredients of a thriving, healthy, loving and lasting relationship.
Seeking status,sex, wealth, and security are the wrong reasons to be in a relationship. What keeps a relationship strong? Communication, intimacy, trust, a sense of humor, sharing household tasks, some getaway time without business or children and daily exchanges (a meal, shared activity, a hug, a call, a touch, a note). Leave a nice message on their voicemail or send a nice email. Sharing common goals and interests.
Growth is important. Grow together, not away from each other, giving each other space to grow without feeling insecure. Allow your mate to have outside interest. You can't always be together. Give each other a sense of belonging and assurances of commitment. Don't try to control one another. Learn each other's family situation. Respect his or her parents regardless.
Don't put pressure on each other for material goods. Remember for richer or for poorer. If t hese qualities are missing, the relationship will erode as resentment, withdrawal, abuse, neglect, dishonesty, and pain replace the passion.
" Nurture your mind with great thoughts, for you will never go any higher than you think." The grass withers, the flowers fade, but the word of God stands forever. Isaiah 40:8
Shall we make a new rule of life from tonight. Always to try to be a little kinder than is necessary.
The difference between 'United' and 'Untied' is where you put the i.
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away!
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Let’s gets Kiddie!!!
This post is intended for kids, for those who have the heart of a Kid, those who love kids, and those who are willing to be Kid again! :D
I LOVE WATCHING Cartoons!! I really do… I enjoy listening to their cute voices, I like their songs, I love their bubbly faces. But most of all, I love the lessons and teachings delivered through these cartoons. Very basic, very simple, yet heartwarming, true, pure and clear.
Today, I want to introduce to you the two cartoons I love,,. Veggietales and Hermie and Friends. Both films are Christian cartoons that intends to instill values to Kids and Adults. :D Veggietales are led by Larry the Cucumber and Bob the Tomato. Each episodes really makes me smile... To confess, I've watched each series 5 times. On the other hand, Hermie and Friends are led by no other than, Hermie, a very very cute Caterpillar.
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Come on, let's get Kiddie again! :)
Acquitted…are you?
Order in the court...Order in the court…
I therefore swear to state the truth, and nothing but the truth. So help me God…
I dream of becoming a lawyer someday. That is the reason why I took the course I am exercising with as a profession, as people said that this is a Pre-Law path. I love to defend people when they are in trouble provided that they are on right position and not guilty of the crime they are being accused of. I love to search for supporting documents, evidences, testimonials of witnesses and the like. I regarded that becoming a lawyer is a vocation, a ministry, rather than profession.
So, that’s it. Did you get my point why I started this post like that? :D and how it is related with the word acquitted I am mentioning?
Well, for us to better understand, my thoughts lingered with the word acquitted after reading a Matthew 18. Normally, we used to hear the word acquitted in a lawsuit, in a courtroom. There are plaintiffs, the one who filed the case, the defendants or the one being sued, the counsels for each party, the witnesses, clerks, sheriffs and judge. And the most awaited portion is the time the verdict will be given, Guilty or not guilty.
ACQUITTED. A pardon, declaring not guilty at all. Blameless, innocent. Sometimes I just wonder what will be the courtroom scenario in heaven… ahh,,will there be stuffs, judges, witnesses there? I kept on thinking weird things, and inquiring my inner soul about it.
Until
God answered me in a very special way. He gave me a vision, a thought, a situation. I am the defendant, the one who made the mistake, the one who created trouble, the one who sinned. And I found Jesus as my counsel, the one who takes care of my case, the one who justifies me with God as the judge. But the amazing thing that happens, though I should be verdict as guilty, God declares that I AM ACQUITTED. Why? Because my lawyer bear the weight of my sin. He is…
Now, I am living an acquitted life. Are you?
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Sightless
When I can’t see, I am afraid.
We often match the word fear with seeing. Why can I say that? I experienced that long time ago.
It was way back 2002 when I and my family planned to go to a beach 30minutes away from our home. Packed with foods, clothing and other stuffs, my dad as our driver, mom beside her while cuddling my younger brother, grandparents along with me at the back seat, we were then looking forward for a great vacation, a time for relaxation and enjoyment. But then, an inescapable event happened. A transport company van coming from a wrong direction suddenly appeared in front of us, which lead my dad to step the break so hard to avoid it. However, it was so near that even though dad did that, our auto still bumps to the van that results to a very traumatic experienced for me. My mom was then diagnosed to have an internal bleeding that leads to operation and my dad, grandparents, and ‘lil bro got into bruises and muscle pain. And I, yes, I was the one who first rode the ambulance near that place, because of the so much blood I’ve lost. And the reason why? I can’t see. My right eye was deeply blooding (if there’s a term like that). I remember that time when my dad told me, “Belle, keep your eyes open, please please don’t close it my child”. I was worried and afraid then. Things were getting blurred. I then asked the people around me, “Will I be able to still see things?”
It was a struggle. Having a minute of no sight at all is really frightening. It chills my bone to know the fact that I’ll be losing my sense of seeing. But God is so good. And He gives me another chance to live and perceive the beauty of life He offered, the art He made for me.
Well, what I have experience is a state of being unsighted, no light, darkness, a physical one. But, have you ever imagined what if our spirits are blind? Can we still be able to distinguish right and wrong? Can we still be able to know His plans and visions for us? Will we still be capable to see His great mission for us? Spiritual blindness is more frightening than being physically blind. We sometimes experienced that, well, oftentimes. Our spiritual eyes are often the enemy’s target, as it is connected to our spiritual mind that is being used for discernment. Yet beyond all these attacks, God is always there to help us in order to clearly see things in spiritual realm. He is there, our guide, paving the way, making us equipped always.
And yes. When I can’t see, I am afraid. But, when I have my Lord and trust Him with all my heart, I am fearless and will never be sightless, ever.
We often match the word fear with seeing. Why can I say that? I experienced that long time ago.
It was way back 2002 when I and my family planned to go to a beach 30minutes away from our home. Packed with foods, clothing and other stuffs, my dad as our driver, mom beside her while cuddling my younger brother, grandparents along with me at the back seat, we were then looking forward for a great vacation, a time for relaxation and enjoyment. But then, an inescapable event happened. A transport company van coming from a wrong direction suddenly appeared in front of us, which lead my dad to step the break so hard to avoid it. However, it was so near that even though dad did that, our auto still bumps to the van that results to a very traumatic experienced for me. My mom was then diagnosed to have an internal bleeding that leads to operation and my dad, grandparents, and ‘lil bro got into bruises and muscle pain. And I, yes, I was the one who first rode the ambulance near that place, because of the so much blood I’ve lost. And the reason why? I can’t see. My right eye was deeply blooding (if there’s a term like that). I remember that time when my dad told me, “Belle, keep your eyes open, please please don’t close it my child”. I was worried and afraid then. Things were getting blurred. I then asked the people around me, “Will I be able to still see things?”
It was a struggle. Having a minute of no sight at all is really frightening. It chills my bone to know the fact that I’ll be losing my sense of seeing. But God is so good. And He gives me another chance to live and perceive the beauty of life He offered, the art He made for me.
Well, what I have experience is a state of being unsighted, no light, darkness, a physical one. But, have you ever imagined what if our spirits are blind? Can we still be able to distinguish right and wrong? Can we still be able to know His plans and visions for us? Will we still be capable to see His great mission for us? Spiritual blindness is more frightening than being physically blind. We sometimes experienced that, well, oftentimes. Our spiritual eyes are often the enemy’s target, as it is connected to our spiritual mind that is being used for discernment. Yet beyond all these attacks, God is always there to help us in order to clearly see things in spiritual realm. He is there, our guide, paving the way, making us equipped always.
And yes. When I can’t see, I am afraid. But, when I have my Lord and trust Him with all my heart, I am fearless and will never be sightless, ever.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Small Beginnings… Bigger Endings
A puppy into a dog. A caterpillar into a butterfly. A seed into a tree. A stone into a home.
Have you ever noticed how things come from little start? How great things are created on small mini stuff? If you don’t, well, I advise you to read this post.
I am fixing my stuffs until I observed an old box beneath my bed. I check out its content, and to my surprise, it’s my collection of scribbled notes, sermons, letters, etc. I opened the little notebook I have there, and started to read some poems and stories that I’ve written in the past. One that caught me most is the poem of a stone talking to God. Here it goes.
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One day, a little stone ask God
Lord, why I am little, why I am sad?
I don’t know why you create me, or why I am here
I just need to know my existence; I need you to be near
Why I am small, why I’m not strong?
I can’t do anything, always wrong
I am not recognize with my tiny size
And my playmates always tease me I am not nice
I am constantly at the back so no one can see
Because I am ugly, and so itsy bitsy
So please explain me why you made me like this
Because I really don’t feel at ease
Then God hear the little stone hurt
And tries to console his heart
He picked him up and let him saw the future
Because God is wise, it’s His nature
The little stone was amazed by what he saw
He can’t imagine the future, still in awe
He was part of a great kingdom built
A sanctuary for the Great King
The little stone cried and talked again to God
“I’m sorry from the bottom of my heart”
“You are special, you are strong”, the Lord replied
“You just need to be trust me, and know that you belong”.
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We may sometimes be sad because we think we cannot do right things because we are small. But think of the mustard seed that became a great tree. The Great King has the best plans for us. We just need to have faith and know that we belong to him. From there, His Kingdom will be established.
Have you ever noticed how things come from little start? How great things are created on small mini stuff? If you don’t, well, I advise you to read this post.
I am fixing my stuffs until I observed an old box beneath my bed. I check out its content, and to my surprise, it’s my collection of scribbled notes, sermons, letters, etc. I opened the little notebook I have there, and started to read some poems and stories that I’ve written in the past. One that caught me most is the poem of a stone talking to God. Here it goes.
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One day, a little stone ask God
Lord, why I am little, why I am sad?
I don’t know why you create me, or why I am here
I just need to know my existence; I need you to be near
Why I am small, why I’m not strong?
I can’t do anything, always wrong
I am not recognize with my tiny size
And my playmates always tease me I am not nice
I am constantly at the back so no one can see
Because I am ugly, and so itsy bitsy
So please explain me why you made me like this
Because I really don’t feel at ease
Then God hear the little stone hurt
And tries to console his heart
He picked him up and let him saw the future
Because God is wise, it’s His nature
The little stone was amazed by what he saw
He can’t imagine the future, still in awe
He was part of a great kingdom built
A sanctuary for the Great King
The little stone cried and talked again to God
“I’m sorry from the bottom of my heart”
“You are special, you are strong”, the Lord replied
“You just need to be trust me, and know that you belong”.
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We may sometimes be sad because we think we cannot do right things because we are small. But think of the mustard seed that became a great tree. The Great King has the best plans for us. We just need to have faith and know that we belong to him. From there, His Kingdom will be established.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Authentic Heart
“You may be genuine to them, but not all people are authentic”
Authenticity… The quality of being authentic or of established authority for truth and correctness. It is an undisputed credibility, of genuiness and reliability. It’s a state of being valid, faithful and trustworthy. And basically, being honest, being true.
Have you ever come to a point that you feel something, somewhere; somehow, not authentic? Perhaps, you would say yes. Because in this world, not all things are genuine. There are many imitations, bogus, artificial, synthetic. Foods, clothing, houses, monies, work, companies, medicines, books, faces, lifestyle, music…almost everything. But what hurt’s most is the authenticity of the heart. Sad to say, yes.
We can make a “replica” of our heart, of our attitudes, of our emotions, and of how we deal to other people. We can counterfeit the feelings we have when we converse to a particular person, change moods depending on what response we want to get. We can fool people, we can make believe. I can do that, you can do that. We can do that. And it sucks…its painful.
I received a message today regarding the people’s authenticity. Somehow, I just felt a little sad. What I am with the people around is the true me, no hidden masks or any social bubble. Well, there are times I am guilty of that, but my conscience speaks up whenever I’m doing that. But I tell you, I will be sad if those entire groups I deal with, people I have interacted with are not genuine. Hello, all of us will be upset if someone will just play around and deceive us. But that’s the commodity people are displaying.
So, what are we going to do? As the bible speaks up, be shrewd like snakes and be innocent like doves (Matthew 10:16). Though people can deceived us, only Jesus sets the true meaning of authenticity. Only Him can display and love us the very true way. And He can break barriers of fraud and deception. He is strong. He is true.
Well, I pray that all persons I am dealing with are true and genuine. But nevertheless, my prayer will always be “Lord, give me an authentic heart, that I may serve You and Your vineyard with a true soul”.
Authenticity… The quality of being authentic or of established authority for truth and correctness. It is an undisputed credibility, of genuiness and reliability. It’s a state of being valid, faithful and trustworthy. And basically, being honest, being true.
Have you ever come to a point that you feel something, somewhere; somehow, not authentic? Perhaps, you would say yes. Because in this world, not all things are genuine. There are many imitations, bogus, artificial, synthetic. Foods, clothing, houses, monies, work, companies, medicines, books, faces, lifestyle, music…almost everything. But what hurt’s most is the authenticity of the heart. Sad to say, yes.
We can make a “replica” of our heart, of our attitudes, of our emotions, and of how we deal to other people. We can counterfeit the feelings we have when we converse to a particular person, change moods depending on what response we want to get. We can fool people, we can make believe. I can do that, you can do that. We can do that. And it sucks…its painful.
I received a message today regarding the people’s authenticity. Somehow, I just felt a little sad. What I am with the people around is the true me, no hidden masks or any social bubble. Well, there are times I am guilty of that, but my conscience speaks up whenever I’m doing that. But I tell you, I will be sad if those entire groups I deal with, people I have interacted with are not genuine. Hello, all of us will be upset if someone will just play around and deceive us. But that’s the commodity people are displaying.
So, what are we going to do? As the bible speaks up, be shrewd like snakes and be innocent like doves (Matthew 10:16). Though people can deceived us, only Jesus sets the true meaning of authenticity. Only Him can display and love us the very true way. And He can break barriers of fraud and deception. He is strong. He is true.
Well, I pray that all persons I am dealing with are true and genuine. But nevertheless, my prayer will always be “Lord, give me an authentic heart, that I may serve You and Your vineyard with a true soul”.
Monday, July 5, 2010
Bread talk
Alms, alms, alms. Spare me a piece of bread. Spare me your mercy.
This popular line was derived from a declamation piece Vengeance is not ours, its God, a high school melodramatic piece that is being performed many years ago. Bursting in emotions, this was delivered with full of heartaches, tears and hatred. Well, I myself used to recite this during a competition held in our school, on top on The Inevitable Day oratorical piece.
That’s it...Does it make sense after all?
Well, reflecting on the above lines, I wonder why the author used the word BREAD as an item to be spared of. Basically, he could pick “Spare me a piece of MONEY”, or “Spare me some DRINK’. Maybe “Spare me a piece of CLOTHING” and many more. What’s with bread then? Questions keep on banging in my head. I still can’t find the answer.
Until…
4:00pm, July 5, 2010. I am still busy working with numerous transactions and tons of accounting, balancing, numbers, closing and etc. I am hungry but I can’t go to buy some foods to relieve my appetite. I went to my Mommy Janey’s work station and ask if she have something to nibble. And oh, out of her gratitude and kind hearted mom, she gave me bread, pandesal with mayo.
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Bread. One of Filipinos basic foods, a substitute to rice and corn, a source of carbohydrates. Almost all of us are eating this kind of provision. A source of strength and energy, it gives us power to endure the whole day activity and carry on with our daily tasks. Pondering on these things, bread can really please our physical desires. However, have we asked ourselves about the bread that would satisfy our spiritual life?
In John 6:25-59, John and the people there are eagerly waiting for the food that will last. They are consistently asking Jesus of that magic bread that will satisfy their cravings and enough for their needs. They wanted Jesus to perform the miraculous things that happened to their ancestors, the manna and quail thing. Little did they know that the person they are talking with is the BREAD that will last forever. Jesus is not the bread that will spoil nor rotten, He is the one that will suffice all the needs that we have. He is not just a food for the body, but definitely, He is food for our souls. What we just need is to accept the food, and share it to others.
Yes, the Great King is definitely our BREAD.
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I and my younger brother enjoyed the bread that we take. But what excites me more, is the fact the Jesus is the provider of all these things. And most of all, HE is the food of our souls.
LONG LIVE GREAT KING!
This popular line was derived from a declamation piece Vengeance is not ours, its God, a high school melodramatic piece that is being performed many years ago. Bursting in emotions, this was delivered with full of heartaches, tears and hatred. Well, I myself used to recite this during a competition held in our school, on top on The Inevitable Day oratorical piece.
That’s it...Does it make sense after all?
Well, reflecting on the above lines, I wonder why the author used the word BREAD as an item to be spared of. Basically, he could pick “Spare me a piece of MONEY”, or “Spare me some DRINK’. Maybe “Spare me a piece of CLOTHING” and many more. What’s with bread then? Questions keep on banging in my head. I still can’t find the answer.
Until…
4:00pm, July 5, 2010. I am still busy working with numerous transactions and tons of accounting, balancing, numbers, closing and etc. I am hungry but I can’t go to buy some foods to relieve my appetite. I went to my Mommy Janey’s work station and ask if she have something to nibble. And oh, out of her gratitude and kind hearted mom, she gave me bread, pandesal with mayo.
***
Bread. One of Filipinos basic foods, a substitute to rice and corn, a source of carbohydrates. Almost all of us are eating this kind of provision. A source of strength and energy, it gives us power to endure the whole day activity and carry on with our daily tasks. Pondering on these things, bread can really please our physical desires. However, have we asked ourselves about the bread that would satisfy our spiritual life?
In John 6:25-59, John and the people there are eagerly waiting for the food that will last. They are consistently asking Jesus of that magic bread that will satisfy their cravings and enough for their needs. They wanted Jesus to perform the miraculous things that happened to their ancestors, the manna and quail thing. Little did they know that the person they are talking with is the BREAD that will last forever. Jesus is not the bread that will spoil nor rotten, He is the one that will suffice all the needs that we have. He is not just a food for the body, but definitely, He is food for our souls. What we just need is to accept the food, and share it to others.
Yes, the Great King is definitely our BREAD.
***
I and my younger brother enjoyed the bread that we take. But what excites me more, is the fact the Jesus is the provider of all these things. And most of all, HE is the food of our souls.
LONG LIVE GREAT KING!
Thursday, July 1, 2010
FOREVERMORE
**writing this blog while listening to Zoe Girl’s Forevermore**
Today is July 1, 2010. Seven months have passed, and we are almost completed for year 2010 cycle. Time really flies very fast, that in a blink of an eye, everything seems to be just memories that happened in the past.
Any connection with this blog title?
Well, I am just amazed by the swift rotation of the calendar dates. Nevertheless, my day was a tiring one. After a holiday pause, I wake up early to go to the office and carry out my daily tasks. I think I’ve started my day great, (that is why until now, I am smiling). I’ve attended series of meetings and townhalls today, in preparation for the June 2010 closing (well, there’s a monthly closing of books for accountants, haha). Postings, numbers, unbalance figures, tons of papers in my desk, calculator…it bombards my day. So, to take a breather, I rise up and went to my officemate’s desk. I’ve checked some of her stuffs there, and found a CD on top of her desk. I checked it out, look at the cover, read some of the lines, and decide to borrow it from her. Without further ado, she gave me the CD entitled Room to breathe by ZOE Girl.
The music then started to play. Its genre is kinda soft alternative (the genre I love most). I skip track 1, 2, 3, 4… then stop, I check out the track 5. I played it again, listen with my heart. Played it once more… until now.
And the music goes like this.
FOREVERMORE
Oh God, in Your perfection
Your love confounds the wise
Sinners are made heroes, and the humble lifted high
Unchained hearts are singing out
Songs that reach the sky
**Lift up your eyes to the One who reigns
Lift up your hands, oh sweet surrender it brings
Forevermore, You are holy
Forevermore, You are worthy
In Your light we see light
In Your eyes we shine
All my life, all that I hope
It rests inside Your plan
Your love, Your grace, Your truth alone
Forevermore will stand
You have called me Your redeemed
And hidden me in the shadow of Your wings
Peace like a river, Joy like a fountain flow
Wherever you go
I repeatedly played the song… and astonishingly, the Lord speaks to me. Yes, He conversed with me through this music. I one by one studied the lyrics, and gratefully, formulate my own version of ZOE Girls Forevermore (though there’s no melody on it J).
O Lord Your grace is abundant
Your name is like a sweet fragrant
Your mercy falls in every way
To you my heart belongs each day
**Forevermore I will sing praises
Forevermore I will shout worship
Raise my voice in freedom and glory
So all people will know You’re holy
Forevermore
Yes, Jesus is my reason for all these things. And I will make HIM renown.
FOREVERMORE.
Today is July 1, 2010. Seven months have passed, and we are almost completed for year 2010 cycle. Time really flies very fast, that in a blink of an eye, everything seems to be just memories that happened in the past.
Any connection with this blog title?
Well, I am just amazed by the swift rotation of the calendar dates. Nevertheless, my day was a tiring one. After a holiday pause, I wake up early to go to the office and carry out my daily tasks. I think I’ve started my day great, (that is why until now, I am smiling). I’ve attended series of meetings and townhalls today, in preparation for the June 2010 closing (well, there’s a monthly closing of books for accountants, haha). Postings, numbers, unbalance figures, tons of papers in my desk, calculator…it bombards my day. So, to take a breather, I rise up and went to my officemate’s desk. I’ve checked some of her stuffs there, and found a CD on top of her desk. I checked it out, look at the cover, read some of the lines, and decide to borrow it from her. Without further ado, she gave me the CD entitled Room to breathe by ZOE Girl.
The music then started to play. Its genre is kinda soft alternative (the genre I love most). I skip track 1, 2, 3, 4… then stop, I check out the track 5. I played it again, listen with my heart. Played it once more… until now.
And the music goes like this.
FOREVERMORE
Oh God, in Your perfection
Your love confounds the wise
Sinners are made heroes, and the humble lifted high
Unchained hearts are singing out
Songs that reach the sky
**Lift up your eyes to the One who reigns
Lift up your hands, oh sweet surrender it brings
Forevermore, You are holy
Forevermore, You are worthy
In Your light we see light
In Your eyes we shine
All my life, all that I hope
It rests inside Your plan
Your love, Your grace, Your truth alone
Forevermore will stand
You have called me Your redeemed
And hidden me in the shadow of Your wings
Peace like a river, Joy like a fountain flow
Wherever you go
I repeatedly played the song… and astonishingly, the Lord speaks to me. Yes, He conversed with me through this music. I one by one studied the lyrics, and gratefully, formulate my own version of ZOE Girls Forevermore (though there’s no melody on it J).
O Lord Your grace is abundant
Your name is like a sweet fragrant
Your mercy falls in every way
To you my heart belongs each day
**Forevermore I will sing praises
Forevermore I will shout worship
Raise my voice in freedom and glory
So all people will know You’re holy
Forevermore
Yes, Jesus is my reason for all these things. And I will make HIM renown.
FOREVERMORE.
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