A Prayer In Times of Waiting

Prayer is simply talking with God, we can easily wrestle and discuss with Him our worries, struggles, etc. He loves our honest and sincere, heartfelt prayers and He cares deeply every details of our prayer specially when we ask something from Him. I am honestly been a believer for so many years but I need a little inspiration in my prayer life. At all times, I tend to repeat the same prayers over and over again, however, God is deeply reading and feels whatever our hearts has to say.
As I got up early morning from a calmly night slumber, I would always grab a devotional book to read since I could no longer clearly read my Bible because of its small font.
I just accidentally grabbed a very touching devotional book that tells everyone's prayer. It's because I am waiting a certain break which I believe would somehow molds and shape me as a person, rightly I search the index where I could easily find the specific humble supplication which I long to pray for.
Let me share a very touching prayer which everyone of us are waiting something for the Lord's approval in every petitions we ask for.

picture taken from Google.

When God Answers, "Wait"

Lord My Father,

You have promised me victory over the sin and weakness in my life, so why do I have to wait for it? Why must I still struggle after I have given my life to you? Am I not ready to handle success? Would I become too proud? Would I quickly be defeated again? Lord, please forgive my impatience. Calm my anxious thoughts. I know I can trust you as I wait, because you never waste time. Keep my heart focused on you as I wait for your perfect timing.

"Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act". Psalm 37:7

Does God Answer Prayers?

Normally, we would always ask does God really answer prayers? Biblically, He does and He always comes up with so much intelligible reason to tell everyone that He answers in different ways. Human being as we are, the answers at times are so beyond comprehensible and strange.
What we needed to have is a little ingredients of faith & understanding, which it would mold us to a better person. Like I said, His answers are sometimes incomprehensible but we just have to open our senses, because the moment we see His answer it would blow us away, you'll see the wonders of His love working in different ways.

It is important to understand what kind of answers God will give.

Yes
. This is the best answer, the answer we were hoping for. It may come when we ask about important life decisions such as changing jobs or moving to a new city. It means that God approves of the path that we have chosen and will guide and support us in our endeavors.

No. God's wisdom is not our wisdom. Something that may seem like a good idea to us might not be the best for us. It's important to have faith that God loves us and will never lead us astray. When he says no, it is because he has something better in store.

I'll let you decide
. God will not make all our decisions for us. Sometimes, we are asking about two equally acceptable options. For example, you might be trying to decide which college to attend. God may guide you to one or the other, or he might simply allow you to choose which one you think would be the best fit for you.
It is also important to learn to recognize God's answers to your prayers.

Thoughts
. Sometimes, God will bring thoughts into your mind that will guide you to your answer. For example, if you are considering a new job, he might make you aware of a benefit that you hadn't previously considered. Alternatively, he might show you a negative that you had overlooked.

Feelings
. Positive feelings of peace, calm, joy and certainty are a good indicator that the answer to your prayer is “Yes.” Negative feelings like fear, confusion, frustration and uncertainty may indicate that the answer is “No.”
For example, when my husband first met me, he knew with certainty that he was going to marry me. He feels like that was an answer to prayer. Since I have been blessed in our marriage, I tend to agree with him.

Actions
. Many times God answers our prayers through the actions of others. Maybe you have been laid off and are looking for a job. Then, a friend casually mentions that he heard about a shop in town that was hiring. Perhaps you've felt lonely and needed a friend, and then someone calls you out of the blue.
A friend of mine was moving to a new home. On moving day, all the people who had offered to help were unable to make it. Although my husband was at work, he made a few phone calls and got a couple of people to pitch in at the last minute. My friend later told me that she had prayed that they would be able to find help, and she was grateful God answered her prayer through my husband.
Have you ever had a thought come to your mind that you should drop by and visit someone or give them a call? You might be that person who can answer the prayers of others.

Love notes
. I think that sometimes God sends little messages to let us know he is aware of us and that he cares. It might be a certain song that comes on the radio at a particular time, or an inspirational quote or scripture that we stumble upon just when we need it most.
I remember when I was a young mother. I had four children age 6 and younger. It seemed like there was always at least one child who was having a bad day. If my toddler was cheerful, then my baby was cranky. If my baby was calm, then my kindergartner had a rough time at school. I distinctly remember thinking, “Will my kids ever have a good day at the same time?”
It wasn't officially a prayer, but the very next day, a miracle happened. They all had a great day. My baby was calm, my toddler was cheerful, my older toddler was happy, and my kindergartner had a great day at school. From morning to night, my whole family had a very good day. It didn't happen again for years.
I felt like this was God's way of encouraging me, letting me know he knew how hard I was trying to be a good mom. I've remembered that day when I have been faced with other discouraging parenting moments.
Answers to prayers may seem like simple coincidences. But as you learn to recognize answers to your prayers, you will begin to see God's hand in your life.

Text courtesy of Shelli Proffitt Howells

Self Improvement Through the Accountability of Prayer

I would like to share something that would help our spiritual nourishment, specially in the moment when distress strikes its way. When I read this article, it moved me and realized that there's so much more to change in me.
I just simply love the author dissecting her mind bit by bit, with that I came of posting it here so that all of us would be blessed as well.

There is a great tool for self-improvement — prayer. By laying out before the Lord your plans every morning and accounting for them every evening, you are more likely to follow through.

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    There is no doubt that prayer is a powerful tool. It can also be used in self-improvement. We all have room for improvement for bad habits we want to quit or good habits we want to adopt.
    Some areas that this habit can be used for might be:
    1. Smoking cessation.
    2. Giving up drug abuse.
    3. Rocky marital relationships.
    4. Dealing with child abuse.
    5. Lying.
    6. Cheating.
    7. Stealing.
    8. Learning to love an enemy.
    9. Keeping your thoughts pure.
    10. Overcoming sexual addictions.
    11. Improving your work ethic.
    12. Overspending or debt.
    13. Shaky faith or testimony.
    14. Inability to commit.
    15. Character flaws.
    16. Desire to be kinder.
    17. Wanting to succeed or advance.
    18. Any other thing that is bothering you or that you want to become.
    The pattern is easy. Just as you would report to a parole officer, a counselor or therapist, a friend, sponsor or spouse, you would report to God.
    Here's the process:

    Prayer rock

    Get yourself a nice big rock and paint the word PRAYER on it. Now put it beside your bed in the morning so that you stub your toe on it to remind you to kneel and say your prayers every morning. Then, when you have finished, put that big old rock on your pillow to remind you to pray before you lie down at night.

    Choose one thing at a time

    Don't get overwhelmed with trying to perfect yourself overnight. Choose the one thing that bothers you most. Whatever it is that is troubling you and keeping you awake at night or causing you to not particularly like yourself.

    Lay it all out

    Confess your weakness to God. Be honest with him. Let him know how much this behavior or habit is bothering you and how much you want to quit it. Don't get caught up in self-doubt or self-hatred. Remember, you are one of God's children and he wants you to be successful in all of your righteous desires.

    Acknowledge

    Let the Lord know that you know that all things are possible through him. Let him know that you have all faith that he can help you correct your shortcomings. This is an important step in the process.

    Plead for help

    Ask the Lord to remind you when you are tempted to fall short or slip. Pray for the Holy Ghost to help you keep in mind your mission. Pray for promptings or bad feelings to come when you fall short.

    Repent

    If you do happen to slip, confess it right away. Apologize, and then let it go. Make a more concerted effort as the day progresses. Don't let a slip become a stumbling block or discourage you into quitting. Part of the repentance process is letting go once you have apologized.

    Accounting

    At the end of the day, kneel down and make a full accounting to God. Let him know what you did right and what you did wrong. Apologize and promise to do better. Then, before you lie down, take the rock off of your pillow and put it back on the floor beside your bed.

    Repeat

    This may take time, particularly if the bad habit is deeply rooted or the good habit is a little overwhelming. So work on it daily until you have overcome, then pick the next fixer-upper in line. Do this as often as necessary to become the person you want to become. The person God wants you to be.
    Remember, in God, all things are possible. There are many people who have overcome insurmountable odds and become new creatures. Look around you at changes others have made to improve themselves and know that you can do it as well. Daily petitions for help and nightly accounting for successes, no matter how small, will make you more likely to accomplish the task.
    Remember that discouragement and doubt are tools of the devil and must not be given in to. Keep your chin up and keep at it. You will succeed with God on your side.

  Disclaimer: Texts courtesy of Rebecca Rickman
  

I Thank God

photo courtesy of Google

Last Saturday (which was yesterday) was a great one to have, because we were a bit abounding of number in the Korean church including a new found friend who just frequently joining us.
Normally, it's the Korean Pastor's wife who would always lead out the Sabbath School program with new concepts of icebreaker that may awaken the senses of the church goers.
What she did yesterday was good enough for everyone to think of something that we need to thank God for by listing it down.
I was called to read my lists and shared what I have thank God for about, and here it is....

photo courtesy of Google

I Have All the Reasons in the World to Thank God....
1. for the trials and struggles in life everyday (here in Cambodia).
2. for the blessings of life.
3. the job He provided for me here in Cambodia.
4. the low salary I'm receiving in my teaching job.
5. for the blessings of health both physically and spiritually.
6. for the blessings of a new set of new found friends here in Cambodia.
7. for the blessings of protections.
8. for the blessings of food physically and spiritually.
9. for the blessings of the spiritual gift in teaching.
10. the miracles of getting up everyday.
11. the miracles of opening my eyes every morning.
12. the blessings of having good students.
13. the blessings of having a good school and the new management.
14. the blessings of the bad news that I see and hear everyday reminding myself to cling on more to God.
15. the miracles of having a great God who accepted the worse in me.
16. for the wonderful family I have, we may not perfect but I am glad we aren't.
17. for the blessings that I could find way to go to church every Sabbath and worship with fellow SDAs abroad.
18. the blessings that I could have my own personal devotions everyday.
19. for the persecution I have had.
20. Lastly, for the shower of blessings He gives each day.

These are the lists I have made except numbers 19 & 20 which I added only now to make it 20. Words of gratitude aren't enough to Him, I just feel ashamed and embarrassed because I don't deserve to call Him my father, because of my filthiness but then, I thank God for loving me always..I am just so lucky that I am a child of God and I am claiming that always.

The Real One's Shine So Brightly

When we sit back and judge others we are simply saying that we are in a sense, better than them. When in fact we have no right to judge anyone, for we are all with sin. The only entity that has the capacity to judge anyone is God himself and no one else. 
Many people are infatuated with judging others, because it subconsciously boosts their confidence being able to say whether what someone else is doing or what someone else looks like is the right thing to do or the right way to look. When we pass judgment on other people we are in no way giving them a definition or a title, we are only saying things about who we identify as, such as the fact that we probably don't really have much self confidence and also that our sense of morality is distorted. Define who you are, by not judging, and instead by helping!

Everyone is guilty of the sins that we committed each day, because no one is perfect. Last year, adversary started to come in unexpectedly. Didn't know that it would hit me like a fist that somehow gave me the realization that someone you entertain along the way & treated friend in the process would be the first one who would press you down and judge you rightly without any prior understanding culturally speaking.
Human being as I am, the tendency of responding back angrily is pretty normal especially if it involves your profession, personal life and sexuality.
I don't want to go into details of elaborating the exact incident but the main point here is, we should be less judgmental. Just as the holy Scripture says: Judge not for ye shall not be judged.

I entrusted everything unto the Lord and keeping myself on bended knees to guide and keep me safe, so as praying the culprit who accused me so badly & judge me without knowing me intently.
To keep myself in tune and getting the peace of mind, I approved and embrace the counsel of the Holy Scripture.

Finding Refuge and Strenght

Lately, I was so down and depressed with that I came to blame my Creator about the mishaps in life, the mischance, the misfortune, and so on or whatever words you may describe it that collaborated with the word mishap. I used to do that when storms come along my way especially the time that I couldn't find a shelter to shade myself from the rain.

photo from Google.

But then after all those whines and complains I made, God has still patiently loving me and trying to understand everything a father could do for his child. Honestly, when I am confronted with adversary I couldn't find someone who could give the best comfort in the world but seeking refuge and strength from God.
Though my earthly parents would offer the warmest comfort they could have for me but God's protection is quick even before you ask for it. Where else could I run for a shelter?
When things get rough, God is always been a perfect to run to find refuge & strength, it's proven right. Sometimes, I get blinded by my anger without knowing that I myself involved on the mishaps the reason why it turn out to be not so nice because God is disciplining me.

Let me share this beautiful poem that I've got from the internet, eventually I am a fan of Penny Parker the .person who made this

I asked for health that I might do greater things ... I was given infirmity that I might do better things. I asked for riches that I might be happy ... I was given poverty that I might be wise. I asked for power that I might have the praise of men ... I was given weakness that I might feel the need of God. I asked for all things that I might enjoy life ... I was given life that I might enjoy all things. I got nothing that I asked for, But everything I hoped for. Almost despite myself, My unspoken prayers were answered. I am, among all men, most richly blessed! ~ Attributed to an Unknown Confederate Soldier ~

MELODY OF THE HEART

If it's Saturday, its either I'll be in church or stay home listening to heavenly musics. While browsing the Youtube searching for nice and soothing religious videos, my searching brought me to this video which the song eases the pain from the burden of life. I felt like being carried by the Lord unto His precious hands.
Its my first time to hear this wonderful melody, remedy that cures the broken pieces in me. Thanking God for this heavenly music.....indeed a melody to the heart.





1. As water to the thirsty, as beauty to the eyes,
as strength that follows weakness, as truth instead of lies,
as song time and springtime and summertime to be,
so is my Lord, my living Lord so is my Lord to me.

2. Like calm in place of clamor, like peace that follows pain,
like meeting after parting, like sunshine after rain,
like moonlight and starlight and sunlight on the sea,
so is my Lord, my living Lord so is my Lord to me.
Find More lyrics at www.sweetslyrics.com

3. Instrumental solo.

4. As sleep that follows fever, as gold instead of grey,
as freedom after bondage, as sunshine to the day,
as home to the traveler and all he longs to see,
so is my Lord, my living Lord so is my Lord to me.

NEVER STOP BELIEVING

Never Stop Believing
There's always the promise of a new day.
There's always something to come home to.
There's always a star much brighter than the darkest night.
There's always a moment when the impossible becomes probable.
All because you believe. Together we can move mountains.
(source: AYALA Corp.)

As usual, life has been so monotonous these times....nothing much newsworthy and no challenges. I just stay home watch movies with friends(thanks to Jacks and Michael for allowing to watch movies at their home)
I got this short poem from a news paper and it was a message from AYALA group...I like how the message goes as it is trying to explain of reaching your dreams without stopping of believing that you can possibly go beyond what you desire for.
Hopelessly as I am, that poem encourages me to stay tune no matter how vague and unclear life is....from now on I won't stop believing.
These were the movies I had watched previously.......you like them while you are passing the boring time.

CROSS WE BEAR

"We complain about the cross we bear but don't realize it is preparing us for the dip in the road that God can see and we cannot.Whatever your cross, whatever your pain,there will always be sunshine, after the rain....Perhaps you may stumble, perhaps even fall;But God's always ready, to answer your call....He knows every heartache, sees every tear,a word from His lips, can calm every fear...Your sorrows may linger, throughout the night,But suddenly vanish, by dawn's early light...The Savior is waiting, somewhere above,to give you His grace, and send you His love.May God fill your day with blessings!!Be kinder than necessary,for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle!"


Got touched deeply of these pictures that was posted on my friend's message box..I can't help but to copied them and made its way for viewing publicly. The pictures itself would tell something our complaints without knowing the prices that awaits ahead.

The cross that we bear everyday is just a mere trials that God put on our shoulders, seeing how far we can go of these crosses that we carry. I myself have complained the daily pains and bitterness I went thru every now and then...

THE POWER OF PRAYER

These days,I always like moving on two hyper speeds...maybe it's because of the problems that kept on coming....hyper speeds in the sense that I want everything falls rightly in place,perfectly.
That is my roundabout way of saying when I am confronted with onerous problems.I think we each have our own struggles with managing problems.
According to a certain poem " On the street of this position of God's world I feel a neighbor to a rat, so brother of a worm;Forever chasing rainbows at muddy margins."-Quemadas Poem
I don't know if life isn't worth living nor empty and meaningless,or full of challenges.There are times,I go for glitters and gold selfishly...however,God is still in controls...Prayer is the only propellers I used to heal the broken pieces in me caused by problems.
Prayer is the answer to every problem in life.It puts us in tune with divine wisdom which knows how to adjust everything perfectly.So often we do not pray in a certain situation because that from our standpoint the outlook is hopeless.But nothing is impossible with God.
Nothing is too entangled that it cannot be remedied.No human relationship is too strained for God to bring about the reconciliation and understanding.
No habit is too deep-rooted that it cannot be overcome.Noe one is so weak that it cannot be made strong.No one is so ill that He cannot be healed.No Mind is so dull that it cannot be made brilliant.
Whatever we need or desire, if we trust God, He will supply it.If anything is causing worry and anxiety let us stop rehearsing the difficulty and trust God for healing love and power.

WHAT IF GOD.......

Last week,before I posted my previous entry of this blog..I was in the Jacob's trouble..Jacob's trouble is an emotional and spiritual fight or trouble inside with the Lord..I really had a fight with the Lord about the things that I wish and wanted to have in a day without considering His decision whether He allows it or not.
I voiced out all my innermost ill-feelings to the Lord,why He doesn't give me this and that,and why He never permitted me to fly out of the country that soon..and so many why's ? I'm practically sure,everyone has gone to that point that you question God about the unexpected event in life contrary to what you desire to have and to happen.
Till the day realized me that I should wait and understand God's purpose why He is delaying His promise to me...well,that experienced..I guess just developing my patience and more patience,without knowing that it is one of the best virtue of being a Christian.."Patience".herewith is a nice anecdote that I've got from my roommate,posted on our room's wall..which I believe would ask us what if God?????

What if God couldn't take the time to bless us today because we couldn't take the time to thank Him yesterday?
What if God decided to stop Leading us tomorrow because we didn't follow Him today?
What if we never saw another flower bloom because we grumbled when God sent the Rain?
What if God didn't walk with us today because we failed to recognize it as His day?
What if God took away the Bible tomorrow because we would not read it today?
What if God took away His message because we failed to listen to the messenger?
What if God didn't send His only begotten Son because He wanted us to be prepared to pay the price for sin.
What if the door of the church was closed because we did not open the door of our heart?
What if God stopped loving us and caring for us because we failed to love and care for others?
What if God wouldn't not hear us today because we would not listen to Him?
What if God answered our prayers the way we answer His call to service?
What if God met our needs the way we give Him our lives?
-Anonymous_

THIS FAR BY FAITH

Just to pass out the dull rainy morning...I thought of something that would keep me busy aside from listening to both secular and religious music in my MP3 phone.My eyes were roaming around the four corners of my room searching for the possible errand to do,so I decided to read book to enhance my reading and vocabulary instead.
As I was chosing the best book to read,a simple booklet had caught my curiosity as if by trapping or snaring.The book entitled:"Praying with Power-Moving Mountains" written by Dr.Kenneth Mulzac,a very dynamic speaker and professor which I met personally a hundred times..
Nonetheless,I read the first part of the book till I got into the main course of the story which a lamp hardened in my throat while the author telling the intro part of a story of Thomas Dorsey known to be the father of Gospel Music and known for his composition "Precious Lord Take My Hand".
Here is the short story of Thomas Dorsey that cried me a river just this morning: Thomas Dorsey once suffered a life-changing tragedy.He had left his wife in Chicago,expecting their first baby,while he played in a revival in St.Louis.In the middle of the concert a messenger brought him a telegram.Dorsey's wife had delivered a baby boy.But she had died.He was torn, a tumult of emotions rising like a tidal wave in his breast.On the one hand,he wrenched in agony and pain at the death of his beloved wife Nettie;on the other hand,he choked with tears of joy for his boy.Shocked and crazed with pain,Dorsey made his way back to Chicago where he learned that the baby had also died.Dorsey buried both of his wife and baby in the same casket.he slumped into depression.Then one day,a friend,a music lover,locked him in a classroom,empty except for a piano.Dorsey slowly fingered the keys,improvising.A song was born:

Precious Lord, take my hand,
Lead me on, let me stand,
I am tired, I am weak, I am worn;
Through the storm, through the night,
Lead me on to the light:

Refrain

Take my hand, precious Lord,
Lead me home.

When my way grows drear,
Precious Lord, linger near,
When my life is almost gone,
Hear my cry, hear my call,
Hold my hand lest I fall:

Refrain

When the darkness appears
And the night draws near,
And the day is past and gone,
At the river I stand,
Guide my feet, hold my hand:

Dorsey's tragic story moved me to cry like a baby..profoundly pondering how pathetic I was in the midst of adversity while I was calling the precious name of Jesus.It may sounds so corny or funny for others but I felt something inside that warmth the chilling of my heart.

HEAL WORRY-WITH (A) SONGS

When you're tempted to worry,what song could you think of or sing to relieve the stress?
Many worries about their life,future,money,food and education,clothing,career,love,etc.Viewing life through the eyes of a different angles,is like a pendulum that swings freely from a fixed point.Sometimes life sway up high-feeling that you're on top of the world.At times youre down as if the world fell down upon you which vision of hopes blurring with dim of waterloo.
Actually,I'm one of those million who are worrying right now.I guess its nature for homo sapiens to fret since we are living in a misdemeanour damaged world.Amidst the draining worries,I tickle myself through songs of inspiration and ethereal.
By way of listening to my most-liked scriptural songs,it regenerated the sentiments of the heart that divert into a musicality of adulation.
Worry weigh down and diluted the strong desire to do something.Candidly, I lose weights and went into a sleepless nights frequently.Thus far,songs of eulogy for the Lord heals worry promptly.
Right now, I unloaded myself with onus that might decaying my senses of the typical me.
Here are the religious songs that brought elation to me:
1.What A Friend We Have in Jesus - Joseph M. Scriven
2.I'll Be Here - Steven Curtis
3.My Life Is In Your Hands - Faith First
4.The Prayer - Josh Groban
5.Going Back To Jesus - Heritage Singers
6.Healing - Denise Williams

Try to heal worry with a songs of credo spiritually,it inevetably carry the remedy of restoration that by fair means you will be delighted long-winded.
If you are worrying,avoid listening to secular music because it won't releive the worrisome in you instead it plunge your emotions to torment of gnaw.

GOD USES ORDINARY PEOPLE-DOING EXTRAORDINARY THINGS

Most men pray for power,the strength to do things.Most men pray for money, the happiness to buy anything,but few people pray for education, the ability to learn something.
My earliest encounter with the world of learning comes from my parents.In a home that I am living in,apparent (of)poverty is clearly evident that getting a college diploma is hopelessly impossible.
I never dreamed of studying at all which apathy and frustrations poisoned my interest,but instead I inspired myself with courage to seek job locally and internationally.Unluckily,adversity came to me for a year which I can't get a job.Being jobless for 1 year was wretchedly deficient for me.
Thanks to my missionary friends who devotedly prayed and showing exalted influenced that purposely driven me to study again.
The Lord had seen my strong desire to obtain a college degree,so as He secretly performed miracles in my life that I could imagine.He uses ordinary people with extraordinary talents who surety allowed themselves to be of used by God for my academic needs.
Compendium of thoughts coming from my benefactors are (the) words that well lived,written to my heart that will serves as guideposts and road maps in my travels through highways and byways.
I want to mention virtually the following persons who endlessly indefatigable supported me..my benefactors:
1. Mr. & Mrs.Paul Lackey- They were American Frontier Missionaries who opened the windows of opportunity for me to study in a University.Their helped was truly a great opener for me.Hope I can still be in contact with them.
2. Ma'am Maria Lee - (A well-educated and a woman of substance)...thank you so much for the big amount that you have had contributed,that made me once in a while the richest student in school.Your respond to my plead was a perfect timing while I was in the midst of the quicksand of distressed monetarily.
3.Pastor Robert Wong - I knew you were in the valley of decision's as to whether you'd help me or not but the Lord had sent His answered through your prayers.You were like a father to me which your dedication to serve God brings a vibrant cadence in your heart.
4.Elder Robert Quillin - Your presence and words of advise was measured in lyrical phrases that brought assurance and inspiration.
These amazing people didn't worry about the financial they had shared and who gets the credits but stirred my emotions to embellish in writing them here.It's practically rare to find persons like them, that is why my words of gratitude embedded with maxims of praises.
I thank the good Lord for sending these extraordinary people without them I won't be where I am today.

PRAYER POWER

Mrs. White has stated that prayer is the opening of the heart to God as to a friend.Prayer connects us to the infinite where comes our hope for a future that promises more than what the present offers.Prayer is our link to the unknown future where flows in unceasing strain our faith to the God who will never disaapoint nor leave us.
Jesus himself showed us that prayer is an important part of life.Many were the times in His earthly sojourn that he used prayer as a means to determine His Father's will.Prayer set the course of His life.Prayer accosted his ministry and brought peace to His agonizing soul when he was about to die on the cross.And by prayer, Jesus fully realized the mission He set out to do.We live in a world that is getting more cruel and hopeless each day.The enemy of our soul lurks within and without waiting to pounce on us during our moments of weakness.it is a gracious and loving God who has given us prayer power.
How much of that power are we using?
(Column by Prof.Olive Tolentino of AUP)

The best advice I ever got from my parents was to be a good prayerful.In this time of distressed and lowest part of my life..prayer becomes the propeller of my life that I used to eliminate downfalls and loneliness caused by problems.
The incredible power of prayer has done a lot of miracles that sometimes I can't open my eyes to believe.
It flunks the unusual test of time...that gives me confidence to face the world with courage.
Rejections from abroad truly hit me in pieces that I couldn't stand to gaze the hope of a new day.I have become prayerful and clinging to God's promises that He certainly not forsaken me specially in this gloomy time of my life.
The Lord knows the pleading of my heart that I really wanted to work abroad not just for financial purposes but to see the world as it is,how wonderfully He had made this planet for us.
Of course the financial stability by working abroad has been a primary reason but behind on it is I didn't want to die without experiencing life beyond the island.God had stilled the storm to a whisper; the waves of the seas hushed...the more He can do better for us.

IF GOD SHOULD CHOOSE MY WORK

If God should choose the work He has for me, I'm sure I shall not fail at what I do.His choice may lead through ways I cannot see
At present; yet His way I would pursue.
The world may beckon-dazzle-even call for talent which my God to me has given; But if I follow Christ,I must give all and trust that through my work I'm nearer heaven.
Could I but see beyond this present life, The end from the beginning well discern, I'm sure I'd live above this worldly strife, And God would teach me lessons I should learn.
If God should choose the work He has for me, I'm sure it would tell for all eternity!
(by: Wilma Ross Westphal)

I almost forgot to update my blog because of the busyness I got from these previous 4 busy months.
Honestly,months had passed still I haven't visited the tranquility of good nightly sleeping.Among the worst things that I hate myself is that I can't sleep properly.Sleep disorder has been a problem for me since I reached 24 (years old).
So many things have been flickering in my mind,and was trying to get it out and keep my mind to listen to the stillness of the night.Letting my soul to experience peacefulness.
Aside from the enjoying yet,exhausting job...one small thing but a big to grapple with is thinking profoundly about the stable job that I wish to have for.
This seriously bothering me ever since,sadly to say working in this country is just a speck of temporal job that refused to give you a career that somehow brings you to a laid back life oftenly.
The salary that I received each payday was just enough for survival and that keeps me shielding against the pangs of poverty.
Nevertheless,I have learned and reminded everything that has gone wasted in my life,that there is Somebody up there awaiting for my call whenever I need Him.
Thanks to my parents who had taught me to be a frequent church goer,in there you'll be advised and recharged spiritually.
Searching a job is no longer an issue nor a big thing to bother,I allow God to work for it for me.Allowing Him to find the exact job for me is somewhat consulting my earthly father the best that I truly deserves.
Despite of the great challenges I have encountered in life...in this country...I boldly believe that He has prepared a career for me.Tearfully to remember,I have been rejected a hundred times....I tried to apply abroad with the hope my luck is at the other side of this world but because I am a Filipino,racial discrimination is still rampant even among Asian neighbors.
This is the kind of planet we are practically living...if there is something that I could do and perform magic...I barely to sing the song of Eric Clapton " Change the World".

MAKE DREAMS HAPPEN

Going out of the country or visiting America in particular is one of my tenacious desires or childhood dreams.
Before the day of my graduation was a great controversy, worrying,thinking deeply where to go where to apply,etc.
I think that's the usual feelings of a coming newly grad,mixed emotions of happiness and worries for making the 4 long years of studying successful.Of course,worrying if there's a job awaiting at the gate welcoming you.
Before the formal day of my graduation,an offer came to me to work as Canvasser or let say Sales Representative in layman's term in Texas.
Of course,who wouldn't like to work in USA? who never dream of seeing America? I think 99% of Filipinos were dreaming of that.
Nonetheless,I grabbed the opportunity with the hope it would be a dream come true...it was a guy from Ecuador who recruited me with some of the students in my school.
We excitedly attended the meeting which some of my batch unceasingly contacted thru text and email to the guy from Ecuador,hoping that they could be at the first list.
Seriously,the other went on selling their personal assets and properties just to avail the costly visa and other dues.
To no avail,and because I was also busy sending my resumes' locally and internationally with great hopes that I could land to a stable and good paying job.However,without my knowledged the recruiter called for a second major meeting without informing me,yet,friends who were part of it refused to give me a call nor text.
That announcement went like this,those who failed to attend the second major meeting won't be accepted...in other words,I never receive the invitation and my name was blotted out.Honestly,I was really angry and frustrated to those whom I considered to be friends yet,pretentious but selfish individuals.
However,I was already accepted as teacher in a language Institute,at that moment when the announcement of those who were not included to fly for Texas..well, it was also a blessing in disguise, but I can't help myself to think of my batch who are enjoying their lives in USA right now and thinking puzzly how could those simple students made it to the US Embassy without any problems?
Truly,I still feel the pain of being betrayed.Herewith,are some of the pictures with my batchmate as they are enjoying the imported lives in US.I stole these pictures at their friendster accounts without asking permission.
But the persons behind of these pictures were good pals of mine..so no need to worry at all.The following pictures below owned by some good pals but they aren't the one I am mentioning above..they are innocent though.