“Great blessings belong to those who don’t listen to evil advice, who don’t live like sinners, and who don’t join those who make fun of God. Instead, they love the Lord’s teachings and think about them day and night. So they grow strong, like a tree planted by a stream— a tree that produces fruit when it should and has leaves that never fall. Everything they do is successful.” Psalm 1:1-3
6 months. That is how long I have been praying and asking God if He was really pleased and honored in my coming back to His presence, to His arms. I have fought to be brave and hold onto hope and His promises in these times. This month was really a battle for me. I was emotionally tortured and drained. The Ghost of the past had been haunting me — past mistakes, pain and sufferings, wasted time and disappointments. I am sure that all of us have had experiences that are not so wonderful and they leave us with a sense of being separated from God. I can be having such a good day then something triggers a memory from a past experience and all those emotions that you felt at the time came flooding back. How can I heal this completely? Then God spoke to me in Job 11:13-19. I also seek help from my Spiritual family. Right there and then, I rebuke the enemy’s scheme of haunting me down with God’s promises and blessings. It took me a harder path but I tell you my friends, it was worth it. Blessings upon blessings poured out. If God did it to me, how much more in you right?
1. DISCIPLESHIP 2015
It is our church annual discipleship event to activate and encourage current and upcoming small group leaders on discipleship process. It aims to foster a culture of making disciples for the next generation and beyond. Though I am not yet a small group leader, I was giving a chance to serve in the event as an usher/greeter at the lobby. It was overwhelming! I got a free shirt as well.
1. DISCIPLESHIP 2015
It is our church annual discipleship event to activate and encourage current and upcoming small group leaders on discipleship process. It aims to foster a culture of making disciples for the next generation and beyond. Though I am not yet a small group leader, I was giving a chance to serve in the event as an usher/greeter at the lobby. It was overwhelming! I got a free shirt as well.
2. KIDS CHURCH GAME AND APPRECIATION NIGHT
I was a Praise and Worship Dancer in our Kids Church 4 years ago. And this year, I officially became a Classroom Teacher. Our ministry prepared a game and appreciation night for new volunteers like me. It was a fun-filled night. I was in the Yellow Team and though our team didn’t won, I will never forget this night. I danced in the stage, in front of the many people. Yes, you read it right. It was a bit embarrassing because I really hate the song that we danced. Guess what the song is. Cha-Cha Dabarkads by Ryzza Mae Dizon. I really hate that song! I guess it can’t be helped. I need to represent my team. Hahaha! What a night!
I was a Praise and Worship Dancer in our Kids Church 4 years ago. And this year, I officially became a Classroom Teacher. Our ministry prepared a game and appreciation night for new volunteers like me. It was a fun-filled night. I was in the Yellow Team and though our team didn’t won, I will never forget this night. I danced in the stage, in front of the many people. Yes, you read it right. It was a bit embarrassing because I really hate the song that we danced. Guess what the song is. Cha-Cha Dabarkads by Ryzza Mae Dizon. I really hate that song! I guess it can’t be helped. I need to represent my team. Hahaha! What a night!
3. USHERING MINISTRY APPRECIATION NIGHT
This year aside from being in Kids Ministry, I tried in Ushering Ministry. I have this discernment from God that I have a gift of hospitality and one of the pastors in our church said that my smile can brighten someone else’s day. It was a good night, not to mention that foods are overflowing everywhere. Hahaha!
This year aside from being in Kids Ministry, I tried in Ushering Ministry. I have this discernment from God that I have a gift of hospitality and one of the pastors in our church said that my smile can brighten someone else’s day. It was a good night, not to mention that foods are overflowing everywhere. Hahaha!
4. FIRST JAPANESE FINE DINING
In celebration of my besti Irah’s birthday, we had our dinner at Nanbantei of Tokyo at Bonifacio High Street Central. It was a night of many first to me. Hahaha! God reminded me one of His commands to give ourselves to others sacrificially, not only looking for after our own interest but also looking after their interest. I am so happy to see God's transforming love reflecting in Irah's life. I really appreciate our friendship for it brings blessing and happiness in me.
In celebration of my besti Irah’s birthday, we had our dinner at Nanbantei of Tokyo at Bonifacio High Street Central. It was a night of many first to me. Hahaha! God reminded me one of His commands to give ourselves to others sacrificially, not only looking for after our own interest but also looking after their interest. I am so happy to see God's transforming love reflecting in Irah's life. I really appreciate our friendship for it brings blessing and happiness in me.
5. PLUMP PINAY BOOK CONTEST
I was reminded of my identity in God and my value as a woman. I thanked God for the blessing of winning in Plump Pinay Body Book contest. It was unexpected! Plump Pinay twins taught me the meaning of self-acceptance. Thank you Ms. Danah and Stacy!
I was reminded of my identity in God and my value as a woman. I thanked God for the blessing of winning in Plump Pinay Body Book contest. It was unexpected! Plump Pinay twins taught me the meaning of self-acceptance. Thank you Ms. Danah and Stacy!
6. RIIDA Ea's Birthday
Several years since we met and when we realized, it has been 15 years. God smoothly knit our hearts together. I know it was very difficult for her to mingled with 4 different persons with crazy different personalities but somehow, as a group, we managed to stick together. Hahaha! It was our first time in Tim Wo Han and I must admit their Baked Bun was superb!
Several years since we met and when we realized, it has been 15 years. God smoothly knit our hearts together. I know it was very difficult for her to mingled with 4 different persons with crazy different personalities but somehow, as a group, we managed to stick together. Hahaha! It was our first time in Tim Wo Han and I must admit their Baked Bun was superb!
7. TAMASHII CONVENTION 2015
This is another first for me. The main reason why I went to TamaCon is to check if they have some Studio Ghibli stuff and I found some. I've finally got to see Arashi merch in the flesh. The Arashi poster was for my niece who is a Matsumoto Jun fan. Thank you DLSU-NKK for this awesome event! I also love the Miyazaki talk by Sensei Benjamin. I love Studio Ghibli and Miyazaki. I totally enjoyed this event!
This is another first for me. The main reason why I went to TamaCon is to check if they have some Studio Ghibli stuff and I found some. I've finally got to see Arashi merch in the flesh. The Arashi poster was for my niece who is a Matsumoto Jun fan. Thank you DLSU-NKK for this awesome event! I also love the Miyazaki talk by Sensei Benjamin. I love Studio Ghibli and Miyazaki. I totally enjoyed this event!
8. UNANTICIPATED BLESSINGS
I was blown away with these blessings - MYX Music Awards 2015 free tickets, free Iced Tall Macchiato from Starbucks, Pinoy Pride 30: D-Day UpperBox tickets and passes for the Single's Guide to Marriage seminar courtesy of Besti Irah. I am so speechless! Thank you, Jesus!
I was blown away with these blessings - MYX Music Awards 2015 free tickets, free Iced Tall Macchiato from Starbucks, Pinoy Pride 30: D-Day UpperBox tickets and passes for the Single's Guide to Marriage seminar courtesy of Besti Irah. I am so speechless! Thank you, Jesus!
9. NEW CELLPHONE
Number 34. To buy and have iPhone 5s or any phone in exchange to my old phone.
That is what on my Faith Goal list for this year. I have been using the phone on the left since June 2013. I am grateful for my sister for lending me her phone whenever I needed to. I never tried buying a new one for I am in faith that God will supply my every need. And indeed, God is faithful. He promised that He desire to give good gifts to His children. Oh Father God! Yesterday, my Besti Irah gave me the phone on the right. Yes! She gave me a new phone because she loves me and that is all. Until today, I am overjoyed. I cannot believe God answered my prayer through Besti. Thank you Jesus! Thank you Irah! And that is the highlight of my March Praise Report.
Number 34. To buy and have iPhone 5s or any phone in exchange to my old phone.
That is what on my Faith Goal list for this year. I have been using the phone on the left since June 2013. I am grateful for my sister for lending me her phone whenever I needed to. I never tried buying a new one for I am in faith that God will supply my every need. And indeed, God is faithful. He promised that He desire to give good gifts to His children. Oh Father God! Yesterday, my Besti Irah gave me the phone on the right. Yes! She gave me a new phone because she loves me and that is all. Until today, I am overjoyed. I cannot believe God answered my prayer through Besti. Thank you Jesus! Thank you Irah! And that is the highlight of my March Praise Report.
I am happy that God is alive. He is real and He loves to bless His children. We are blessed by God in so many ways. It may come in material things or little things like a free tickets or a free dinner, whatever it is, God is good all the time. And all the time, God is good. Amen!