Only God Can Give Meaning In Your Life

The title that I gave to it was actually a verse from the book of Jeremiah 29:11 in the Bible. I just heard this in our 4th year highschool retreat. When I heard it, there's a question suddenly came to my mind,"What is my purpose on this world?". I try to think deeply about it but nothing works. But I try to read books and there is a book that answered my question, "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren.

The book talks about why God created us and how to know your meaning in life. When I read it, I got interested to it. It took me 1 month to read it because of my busy schedule but I've learned a lot about it. And I found the answer in this book. That God created us because He want us to use and preserve His creations for the other generations will see it. It changed my life. This book gave a new perspective in my life. I've learned how God truly loves us. It gave me a determination to be a follower of God by joining christian youth organizations, helping my grandmother in her church. My grandmother was a loyalty member in her church. 

Now I know my wants in my life. I want to finish my educations, I want to fulfill my dreams and especially to always praise God even I have work, family, kids to raise up. Because of His blessings that He gave to me. I want to correct my sins and trying my best to make it right. 

Hope we have the same Life verse. And I'm sure that you will be inspired to this blog especially the book, "The Purpose Driven Life". 

Adoráte Reverentia

          "Who would you remember best, 10 of the most successful people in the world, or 10 people who have been a great part of your life?"

          Our pastor asked us this. Thoughts came rushing in my mind. I only knew some of the most successful people in the world. Why should I know them, or should I even know them? And of course, names of people whom I loved and people who loved me popped one by one. If I could write it down, I might get a long list of people's names.

          I guess it's the people who actually care for you that makes all the difference.

          The topic last Sunday was companionship. The pastor kept telling us that supporting each other, especially the members of the church, is very important. He kept on reminding us that unity and oneness in the church makes it all better, most especially, in times of great need.

It suddenly came to me that I haven't been thinking about other people, and that includes my family. I have been selfish the past few weeks. This could be another reminder from God that for Him, thinking about what others feel and keeping each other up is very important.

          Considering that I haven't been going to church for a while now too, this worship experience was somehow really fulfilling. The praise and worship service before the message also helped in strengthening my bond with God again, that I could feel Him again. Plus, that day's message aided in forming and keeping me a better person for God.

        God is really good. We as Christians should worship God, in both Spirit and in truth. God does not really need our worship, but this is our primary duty to Him as His children.

        God bless you all!

Worship Experience

         Last Sunday, I heard about what the priest shared about forgiveness and being humble. What I feel about it, is that in one way or another, a simple deed, may it be big or small, could hurt a lot of other people. Some, could have broken the very soft of friendship and trust.

         Even worse, the other stay only when they needed you and only because they needed you. It hurts, doesn't it? Thought of this happening could possibly bring others down. Many people down it sadness, anger,resentment and even vengeance due to aces of distrust.

We have to lose grip of all this. We have to let go of sadness, anger, resentment and vengeance, we have to forgive. This doesn't change the fact that we were offered nor do we deny the person's obligation on this act, but the thing is why not give it as a try? Forgiveness doesn't literally excuse the person caused could make your life forever but it does not mean that you have to forever grieve about it. It's all that forgiveness helps you got on with your life will less sorrows.

         God's forgives sinners Himself, whether sin is big or small. He forgive our every sin. Why don'y we do the same? Yes, we were hurt, we were offended but still, why not forgiving? In this case, not forgiving could cause a bigger conflict and could resolve to crush the emotions of each side. Not forgiving simply cause more grief the longer we keep on doing so, we hurt, but why keep on being hurt? Forgive, it may not be easy but it sure is worth it Go on with your lives with forgiveness and stay humble. God bless us all.

Live A Life Of Love

This blog is all about what I experienced in our retreat of my Senior Highschool life.


Our retreat was at Cappuccino's Retreat Center in Lipa, Batangas. I didn't expect how beautiful the place was. Then, we went around the place and we have a quite fun with the whole 4th year batch.

After that, we have our session with the speaker. The speaker told us about God's love. When I heard the question, "What on Earth am I here for?", I was liked thinking deeply about it. Then the speaker said a verse, "Only God can give you meaning in your life.(Jeremiah 29:11)". I felt that the question on my mind was answered. That through God, you will know what is your purpose on this world. And through Him, you will feel what TRUE LOVE is.

One of the activities that day was sharing our life's story. Each of us had a paper and there were questions/phrases that were needed to answer. One of the phrase was,"The thing that is important to you". I felt a little bit sad because I remembered my grandmother. One time, I was in my province, my cousin, grandmother, and I, went to a mall to buy some groceries and souvenirs for my cousin. We bought clothes, accessories, and food. When we went to the shoe section, my grandmother asked me, "Do you want a new pair of shoes?" then I said,"No Ma but my shoes were little old so I'll just repair it.". Then after that, my grandmother tried to find some shoes. I thought it was for my cousin but it was for me. I just thank my grandmother because I was very shy for what she did for me. Then after they know my story, some were shocked, some felt sad for me. Next day, the speaker told us about love and relationships. I've learned that TRUE LOVE waits. And we should know that God will always love us.

Well, this is my retreat experiences. Hope that you liked it and have the same experiences that I've experienced in our retreat. THANK YOU FOR READING!

Retreat Experience

Nowadays, teenagers in our generation are walking away from God. I keep on asking myself, "Why is this happening?" Maybe they experienced a lot of problems that they start thinking, "God doesn't care about me." The keep on asking "Why? God? Why?"


In our generation, we experience a lot of sufferings. Behind everyone's smiles are pain and sorrow. They lack the love that they deserve, that's why they go into a relationship to experience and feel complete.


What I've really learned and what really struck my life and beliefs is that God never really left. He was always there all along. We just thought that whenever we go through a problem, he's making us suffer. But no, He is always there. That' why in everything that we do, we should offer it all to Him.


I realized that I was very lucky. I really felt blessed. Yes, I was really sad. My classmate's stories really touched my heart. But there's just one thing that really made me more thankful; I was still blessed after all. I never experienced all their hardship, and I know that God will take care of me. He will never leave me, and neither anyone of us.


The retreat that happened last September 18, 2013 was a great experience to open up with God. They made us remember that Jesus died on the cross just to save us because He wants us to feel His love. God make me feel that everything has its own purpose in life.

Araling Panlipunan (Mural Painting)

Day One:

Ideas clashed. Suggestions were given. Our artist sketched drafts.






Day Two:

Our group started painting. Basic details for the design were made, like blue paint for water.






Day Three:

Continuation of the work. Added more details.






Fourth and Last Day:

Finalized the mural. Wrote down the slogan. Re-touched some details.

Life Verse

"I can do all things with Christ who strengthens me." - Philippians 4:13. In every badminton game I compete at, fear always knock at the door. The fear of defeat, the fear of letting others down, or even the simple fear of fighting against an opponent.

Definitely, fear of this kind is of no help during a game. But I never let that fear conquer me. I still stand by my beliefs, whether it be in victory or in defeat. I will fight with all my might. No matter how difficult, I will stand strong.

I know that no matter how fear suppresses me, God is at my side, For I will be at my best and leave God all the rest. I know that He will never let me down. God never really left me. He was always there all along.

Regressus

          Days before the retreat, I wasn't enthusiastic about it, not even a little. I thought of it as a boring event that's just full of drama and crying people, but after the event, expectedly, I was proved wrong. There were a lot of drama, and a lot of crying people too, but it wasn't just that, it was something much better.

          The retreat experience was overwhelming. If I had to rate it, I'd probably give it a 99.99 out of 100, just like in one of those anti-bacterial commercials. *Haha!*  Kidding aside, the school definitely chose a wonderful venue. The place was big, real big, with lots and lots of green pastures that gives you the feeling of being in the province. The feeling includes getting fresh air, which made it somehow better since it's very polluted in Manila.

          Moving on to the retreat, the school prepared us meaningful activities and hired a very devoted speaker for us. He did his best to move us, as he was effective to me, I'm sure he's equally effective to the others too. The visual aids he prepared, like videos, powerpoints, and the like made us understand the message he'd like to tell us better. For me, he was great.

          Of course, it wasn't supposed to be ALL happy and fun, our adviser reprimanded our section as we have somewhat misbehaved. I understood that she didn't do that to be a killjoy, but to teach us a lesson that in order to enjoy something, there are rules that must be followed.

          One more thing, what we were taught on the second and last day of the retreat was that our parents are important. Our parents take care of us and meet our needs until now, and that's why they should be respected.

          The retreat taught us more that what I have written, I know. I just hope now that I and my batchmates keep the lessons we've learned deep inside our hearts.

Verse Vitae

          It was on a Sunday, September 29, 2013, we had a mini-reunion at home. My brother headed our little fellowship. Our verse for that night was Psalms 23, or should I say chapter of that night. He talked about his understanding behind that beautiful psalm. He explained that like a shepherd, God could go as far as disciplining us when we become astray, but in the end, we'll still receive the fullness of His love and compassion.

          I immediately remembered the times in which I was in doubt of God's love for me, wherein I was lost that I just couldn't feel Him with me. Most especially in times that I have sinned and felt that I am going farther and farther from Him. I didn't know then the essence of this verse, how this verse actually is for me. As it said,  "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters."

          I, as a Christian, shall rest assured.

          After the devotion, my brother lead us into prayer. As he started praying, I suddenly felt new. I felt the impact of the message of the verse on me. It made me feel secure, feel safe. My brother kept saying in his prayer that God really is wonderful, and that we know that He is and always will be there for all of us in times of doubt.


And that is how I chose my life verse, I hope that my story may somehow inspire you to come back to God and I also hope that you may have your own life verse.

(This photo is not mine. Credits to the owner.)