AN OVERFLOWING THANKSGIVING

“So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” – Colossians 2:6-7

So, this is my verse for today. And as I read it, I want to check myself whether I am doing what I ought to do as I received Christ Jesus as Lord. It has been eight years since I came to accept Jesus as my Lord and I know that I haven’t obeyed Him 100% of the time.

Continue to Live in Him

Living in Him means what? It means Jesus being the center of my life. It means He should be the captain of my mind, heart and soul. It means, surrendering in Him daily in my life. I know that I am not perfect and there are days that I tried to live on my own and not in Him, but He wants me to ask for His grace daily. This grace will sustain me and help me as I continue to live in Him.

Rooted and Built up in Him

A root in a plant serves as a support; it gives minerals and water to the plant in order for it to grow. Just like plants, I also need to grow.  I need to be rooted in Him by making Him my source of my strength in order to do His will. Without Him as my root, I will not grow. I need Him in order for me to live.

Strengthened in the Faith

God desires me to have faith in Him. He wants me to trust in Him in all areas of my life. Not just faith in Him, but He also wants to strengthen me in Faith. So, whenever there are storms in my life, I shouldn’t give up easily because I know God is there for me and He just wants me to put my faith In Him that He is Sovereign and He knows what to do.

Overflowing with Thankfulness

I confess that this is what I think I always forgot to do. I tend to fail to remember to thank Him for everything that is happening. Whenever there are things that don’t go along my way, I tend to grumble. And I am very sorry for it. So, this moment is a Thanksgiving to God for everything that is happening in my life. Maybe there are times that I think God seems to be cruel in my life but I have to know that all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose. And so, here is my prayer of thanksgiving to Him.

Lord, it may hard to understand right now, but I know that you are there and you love me. Thank you for everything, as in for everything Oh Lord. You are indeed worthy to be praised. My heart is singing songs of joy because I am so grateful for having You in my life. You alone are the only one I need in this life. Thank you Jesus. Thank you very much. You know how thankful I am to have You in this lifetime. Lord, thank you soooooo much. If there is just only an emotion in these words, I know that whoever reads this can say that I am really grateful. Thank you again Jesus. Thank you. And out of my gratitude, Let my life be use for your glory Oh Lord. Thank you.

Saying Goodbye To The Twilight Saga

I watched the Breaking Dawn Part two last Saturday night and I'm a little bit emotional on bidding farewell to one of the favorite series I've read. 

MY READING EXPERIENCE 

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I was on my graduating year in college when I tried to read all the Twilight Saga. Honestly, I am a fan of it. I don't know on what part of it that I became an enthusiast of the Twilight Series. Maybe because I am surrounded by the people who love to read it also. I can still remember the days when I exchange my breaks into reading the book; in order for me not to be left behind by my friends. Also, whenever I encounter a gloomy day or a rainy day, I imagine myself that I live in an environment where Bella lives. I even watched Twilight on its premiere night, though I've been disappointed with the outcome of the movie, I am still glad that I came. Maybe someone might think that I am obsessed by the book. Well, maybe yes but not to the point that I am willing to do crazy stuffs because of it. I am just an ordinary fan, just like others who loves Twilight.

COMPARISON WITH OTHER BOOKS

I know that some people would think that Twilight series is not as good as the Harry Potter series. Well, Maybe Twilight is a little bit fancy because it has a romantic plot while Harry Potter isn’t about it. No matter how they compare twilight with other books, I really don’t care about it since I am fanatic of Harry Potter and other books also. I guess we really cannot compare each story to another story since they are all different from each other.

BREAKING DAWN PART 2

On the other hand, every story has its ending. And last Saturday night, I finally bid farewell to the Twilight Series. I was emotional not because it’s the last movie of the series but because I was surprised on how the movie was created. I am sorry to those who didn’t watch the movie yet because I am really going to spoil it here.

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When Carlisle died in the movie, I was really shocked. I cannot remember that he died in the book. I was overwhelmed that I almost cry because I still believe that everyone survived in the book and yet I am watching a fight where Carlisle and Jason died. I was really upset that I begin to ask myself the reason why Stephenie Meyer allowed them to change the story. While having this question on my mind, I was surprised again on the turned out of events where there is no fight at all, and everything that I am watching is just a vision of Alice if the Volturi decides to fight against the Cullens. I heard the sound of happiness at the movie house when there is no fight at all. I am even relieved when I got to know that it was only a vision from Alice. I begin to claim that I love that little twist in the movie. The battle is splendid that I almost believe that it is true.

So, this is how I bid the Twilight Saga goodbye. I am somehow happy that the concluding movie of the Twilight Saga is splendid compared to its other movies. 

And Here I am, Crying Again...

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. - Psalms 147:3

I just finished reading the above verse, and tears has just flowed upon my face. I am not sure why, I cannot even fathom the real reason of my feelings. I just feel so hurt that I want to cry. I realized that most of the times, whenever my heart is crushed and I feel so alone in this world, I never think first of my God as the greatest comforter of all times. And yes, I know that I am guilty of this. And maybe, this is the reason of my sad soul this morning.

And here I am, crying again because I know that I have sinned against the Lord. I know I should be doing something today but I can't help myself not to write. Yes, I want to pour all of my thoughts here. I want to remind myself that I am not perfect and I cannot do it alone. I need God in my life for without Him, I know that I am nothing. 

I admit that my life seems to be fine right now but it only seems to be. For I know my spirit is broken and I know that I needed Him to heal me. I don't want to lose myself and that's why I am giving back everything to Him. So, I whisper a prayer today, telling Him to use my life for His glory. Because this is the reason why I am living. Though I don't live a perfect life, I want Him to be used by me in anyways that I can be fully utilized. I do this not because I am obliged to do it, but I do this because I want to. I want Him in my life. I desire Him to come and pour me with His Spirit. 

And I know that my God is answering my prayer just right now. While writing this, He has just put a smile into my once wearied face. He has given me Himself for the Spirit of joy and peace is within me as this very moment. I know and I have faith that He will continue to lead me until my mission here on earth is complete. We maybe have troubles in this world, sometimes our hearts might be broken again, but our God will surely be there for us as we ask Him to come with us. Let us pray and have faith that everything is noted by our Maker. 

I really hope that everyone who reads this be blessed and be encouraged to do the same. God is with us once we accept Him in our lives. Let us ask God to come into our lives for He will surely come. Cry to Him for He will surely comfort you. 

Grace Month

It looks like I haven’t written an entry for almost a month. Well, this maybe a sign that October really is a busy month for me. Though it is a hectic month, I guess all of my anxieties unleashed as October ended in a very wonderful and beautiful way. Because all of the things happened along the way has made me a better and a strong person. Thanks to the grace of my Father in heaven who gives me so much grace to survive this month. As for me not to forget all the things happened this grace month, this entry is posted.

Celebrated Apong’s birthday. She is now officially 89 years old. A picture of me with apong as how she is grateful that we visited her on that special day.

Wedding of my snabero cousin, we call him buryog. He is 25 years old, same age as mine, but he already chosen to settle down. Good love cousin!

Car stuck up at the mud in front of our house. We’re all girls and we tried to get the car out of the mud. Unfortunately, we didn’t. So we call for some of our friends. My B came and able to help us. Thanks to him. Here is the picture of me with all the mud in my body.

My sister Vannin crowned as Mutya of Brgy. Sta. Cruz. Congrats to my sister who have series of bloopers. It was an evening event and she told the crowd these lines during her production number: “Good Morning everyone.... (notice the boos of crowd to her) for tomorrow I mean, Good evening once again ladies and gentlemen.” Oh well, I guess she’s smart enough to make an excuse on what she did. Cheers to my sister, so proud of you.

Internal Quality Audit has been started in our company. And I am appointed as the lead auditor. It was a tiring activity, but learned a lot there. Thanks to the opportunity.

Mom’s birthday. She is now officialy 51 years old. We surprised her with cakes, flowers and balloons. My churchmates went in the house and sang songs and prayed for her. My B got a chance to treat her at Apareja buko halo halo and we watched Secret Affair afterwards. Glad we made mom happy on her birthday.

I know I haven’t written here the full details. But hopefully, as I read this post once again, all the memories will just flood in my mind. 

Some Things Are Not Really Meant To Be

It’s Sunday evening and I find myself nothing to do. I listened to music and the song reminds me again of you. What happened to us is now a beautiful memory from the past. Whenever I remembered you, everything just got back again; from the moment we say hello until the day we decided to say good bye.

It has been a bittersweet memory. I know that what I felt for you is real and I do believe that you feel the same way too. However, we need to make a choice; a choice that would make us a better person. Because we know that we need to do it or we might end up hurting each other if we keep on trying something that is not really meant to be. So, we choose to finally say that things should be over between the two of us. 

It has been months since we parted but there are still moments in my life that I come to think of you. During these moments, I ask myself series of unanswered questions. What happened to us back then? Why do we allow it to happen? What went wrong? And from the time we separated, what happened to you? Do you live the life you think you ought to live? Did you ever think of me? Do you miss me? All of these are just the thoughts that came in my mind whenever I remember you. Don’t get me wrong, this doesn’t mean that I am still waiting for you to come back. No. I am just asking this because somehow, a part of me wants to know.

But if ever it will remain unanswered, it is okay. Because maybe I know that some questions are not meant to be answered but only to be understood. After all, if we are really meant to be for each other, fate will bring us together again, someday. And if it’s not, then I know that someone better will come. Someone who is right for me and I am right for him.

 As I am writing this, I want to tell you that there is a specific someone whom I think have captivated me again. Maybe not the same way on how you have captivated me, but this time I know that this someone is making me happy more than ever. I never thought that I can be as happy as this after what happened to us. So, I guess it’s time to really say thank you for everything. Because if it’s not for you, I won’t realized that this is how life works. Some things are not really meant to be, no matter how hard we try.