Looking Back

Christmas is over and in just a few days, so is 2009.

2009 was a great year for me, better than 2008 I should say. It was a year of supernatural blessings and favors from the Lord.

When people around me kept grumbling on how bad the economy was, honestly, I didn't feel the pressure. God has provided for me supernaturally. I am in awe of how great and mighty God is.

When so many people are accumulating debts just to make both ends meet, God has been so good to have allowed me to pay up more than half of mine. He even allowed and provided for my travel. I was able to purchase stuff I didn't even imagine I could two years ago. I am simply amazed by His goodness. He kept me under His wings.

Truly, I am greatly blessed, highly favored and deeply loved by our Almighty God. In the past, this was just a fact that I know is true; but now, it is a fact that I've experienced and could attest is true.

During Christmas dinner with my sister at her house

2009 was also a year of transformation for me. A summary of what I've gone through in the past years ---

2007 was the year I was broken to tiny pieces. I have redefined pain in ways beyond description.

2008 was the year I was molded by God. I was like being marinated. I struggled. It was agonizing, but I also learned to submit to His will. This was the time I learned to let go and let God in its true sense. By doing so, I got to know Jesus in a whole new way.

Finally, 2009 was the year God transformed me into somebody even I, myself, could hardly recognize. I saw changes in me though I am still a work in progress. God is not done with me yet. But thank God I am no longer where I used to be. I don't even want to ever go back to how I used to be.

This coming 2010, I am full of hope that it will be much better than 2009. I'm believing God for more breakthroughs, favors and blessings. I'm believing God for answered prayers. I'm bolder in asking God what I want because I know He is able. I'm also believing that this coming year is a year of completion and perfection. And I claim this promise ---

"Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in us will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Philippians 1:6

Let's all continue to have an attitude of gratitude. Our God is bigger than any mountain we face.

HAVE A BLESSED AND PROSPEROUS
NEW YEAR!!!

Merry Christmas!

Celebrating the Saviour with you.

"Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen." 1 Timothy 1:17

7... A Year Of Completion

Seven years ago this song was played while I was walking down the aisle. I specifically chose this because of the meaning of the song and it still stands true up to this day...

For my friends who don't speak my language, this is the English translation of the song. It's not in sync with the music, but I just want you to be able to somehow understand the essence of the song.

You

You are given by God (God sent)
The answer to my prayer
So that for all time
I'll love you every chance I have

You are the light of my life
The other half of my heart
Not for a moment will anyone be able to take your place
Now and forever, it'll just be you

You are the reason for everything I do
If ever I look forward to tomorrow
It is because of you
Forever is not enough
Because every moment, every second
I will love only you

"Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in us will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Philippians 1:6

God, Are You There?

Ever felt blah? Well, I did, on and off last week. I was like, "God, are you there?"

Yesterday afternoon during the service, this was what Pastor Julius said,

"What kind of darkness are you facing? Perhaps a loved one has left you. Perhaps they're in another country. Perhaps they have abandoned you... Listen, Jesus will bring light to your situation. Eventually, you will overcome no matter how dark it is. No matter how dark it is. God fulfills His promises."

Going back to my question earlier... "God, are you there?"

He is. He knows everything. He had me on the palm of His hand.

It's Almost Christmas

It's almost Christmas!

Had my first Christmas party for this year last night. It was our branch's Christmas party in Greenhills held at the second level of Mann Hann Restaurant in San Juan. Food and gifts were overflowing! We had games and prizes too.

Red Spruce (That's our branch name)

Red Spruce group photo

But there are two things I wanted to share with you.

I've been wanting to have a beautiful lamp for my night table, but every time I had the chance to buy one, I kept putting if off. I felt like it wasn't really a priority. But God knows how much I wanted one and thank God I waited. Last night, we played the white elephant gift exchange. Boy, was it hilarious! Guess what item I ended up bringing home. A lamp! Woohoo!

That's not all. During our raffle event, I was eying to get either the foldable storage box/stool which would be perfect to keep my clients' files or the foldable picnic basket, you know just because. There were so many beautiful items on the table for giveaway. But my name was picked when it was the foldable storage box/stool that was being given away. Neat!

Later that night, while getting ready for bed, I thought of how God knows exactly what we need and knows exactly when to give it to us. His timing is always perfect!

Thankful Thursday

This week I thank the Lord for:

• Financial provision to pay off my credit cards.
• All my accomplishments this year that I never thought I'd be able to accomplish so soon.
• My good health and my good skin.
• My parents.
• My SIL who had my hair treated at their salon for free.
  
• A closed sale. That means income for me.
• A praise and worship CD from my friend Sylvia as a gift just because.
• An email from a friend who said that my new laptop is on its way. Yey!
• My friends.
• Joy and peace in my heart while I wait for my breakthrough to come.
• His promises that stands true no matter what.

What are you thankful for this week?

For more Thankful Thursday, visit Laurie over at Women Taking A Stand.

WFW - Joel 2:25

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Sad =(

Got a text from Cherrie. Met with Benyl. Then came Bob and Cherrie. They're my husband's friends who became my friends too. Unplanned meeting.

Benyl's mom passed away.

Sad. =(

Fearless Friday

It's what a lot of people call Black Friday today. When so many are rushing to take advantage of the SALE going on, so many are also going through "black Friday" today --- people who are in pain, who are hurt, sick, suffering and people who feel hopeless and forgotten.

Today, let us join together in praying for our brothers and sisters in Christ.

"So I (Jesus) say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened..." Luke 11:9-10

"And I (Jesus) will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Son may bring glory to the Father. You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it." John 14:13-14

"I am the LORD, the God of all mankind. Is anything too hard for me?" Jeremiah 32:27

"According to your faith will it be done to you" Matthew 9:29

If you have prayer requests and you need somebody to stand in the gap for you, please leave a comment here and I will pray.

Link back to Angie at Free Spirit Haven for more Fearless Friday entries.

Give Thanks

Thank you, Lord, for everything...

"...Let your lives overflow with joy and thanksgiving for all He has done." Colossians 2:7


For more Thankful Thursday, visit Iris over at Grace Alone.

WFW - Matthew 15:13

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One Bizarre Dream

I was awaken by a bizarre dream early Sunday morning. It was about a girl who wasn't even a friend. Though we know each other, talked on the phone a few times, we're not really friends. To give you a little background, she did something to me a few months back that irked me. She was like Pilate, washed her hands and turned her back. She said she doesn't want to "get involved". She calls herself a Christian but wouldn't stand for what she knows is right. She'd rather be on the "safe" side.

Anyway, in my dream, we were friendly to each other. When I woke up around three or four in the morning, I felt so weird. I was like --- Duh?! Where did that come from? Why?

I said, "God, do you want me to pray for her? Is she in trouble? If so, what would you want me to pray for her about?"

I kept silent for a few minutes then I felt in my spirit and saw the word WORK.

I said, "Work?"

I wasn't sure if I was just making that up, but then why would I? Did I really feel in my spirit to pray for her about work? I wasn't sure but I did pray for her. Now you're probably asking did I really feel like praying for her? Honestly? Heck no! I even thought why on earth would I pray for her after what she did?! Serves her right! You know that's my flesh talking, right? But I felt God wanted me to pray, so I did. I obeyed. Talk about killing the flesh.

Later that afternoon during the service, I was sitting in front, near the stage, ready to listen to what our pastor had to say. The topic he was about to discuss with us was flashed on the projector screen. In big, bold letters spelled the word WORK.

Coincidence? I believe that was a confirmation.

I Like!

Went to watch New Moon last Saturday. I love it!!!

Edward & Bella

I LIKE!

Thankful Thursday

Today's theme is about LIFE.

I thank God for my life. It's far from being perfect, but mine is a life full of hope and promises from God. The best is yet to come!

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11

"No matter how may twist and turns the road may have, there is always one smooth, straight portion. Even the longest day has sunset and the winter snow may stay quite some time, but it will finally melt." (Streams in the Dessert)

For more Thankful Thursday, visit Iris over at Grace Alone.

WFW - Luke 18:6-8

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F U N !!!

Last weekend was fun! Fun! Fun!

We had our first ever High School Batch '90 Section Five (IV-5) reunion last November 13, 2003 at Celsius Gastrolounge. After 19 years, we saw each other again. For some, like me, it was the first time to see them again after graduating from high school. Yeah, it was that long ago.

Maybe next time everybody from our class can attend. The more, the merrier.

My girl friends

With Joyce, Claire and Bia

With Janet and Bia

I'm so happy to see them again!

The following day, Saturday, my friends and I went to Enchanted Kingdom, a theme park in Laguna, and went for the rides immediately. I felt like a little kid all over again.

See that Mickey Mouse bag? That's mine! =D
I asked Jericho to hold it for me because they put all their stuff inside and it was heavy

Thumbs Up Mini Ice Cream

Me!!!

I got tired of screaming at the top of my lungs during the Anchors Away (Pirate Ship) and the Jungle Log Jam (Log Flume) rides, but I had so much fun! I haven't laughed so hard for a long time and it felt good!

Yesterday after the service, my friends and I watched 2012. Nice movie. Got home at 11:30 p.m.

Thankful Thursday

Thank you, Lord, that you are in control. I am where I am now, even when it hurts, because this is where I'm suppose to be... Because I am a work in progress. It's not by chance that I am here. It's because of your divine direction.

And I trust you, Lord Jesus.


What are you thankful for this week?

For more Thankful Thursday, visit Iris over at Grace Alone.

WFW - Romans 4:18

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Errands... New Moon!!!

I love jotting down to-do-list everyday. You know that by now. That way I won't miss a single thing that I needed to do. I especially love crossing each item on my list after I'm done with the task and eventually crumpling that piece of paper signifying that I'm done for the day. Woohoo!

Last Saturday I started my day at 9:30 a.m. Did stuff around the house before going to the gym. After that I went to the bank to pay my bills. I had around 15 things to do on my list that day. So I couldn't understand why some people would think my life is boring. They think I don't have anything to do. Really now! If they could only see my LIST. Ha!

Anyhow, can't wait to see New Moon.

Ten days to go...

Fearless Friday

It's another day dedicated to praying for all our needs. Let's join together believing that God will answer our prayers because He does!

"Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them." Matthew 18:19-20

"... The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective." James 5:16

" Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7

"Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4

Let's continue to pray for our brothers and sisters in Christ who need deliverance, healing, restoration and those who are waiting for their breakthroughs. Remember, we serve a powerful God. There is power in the name of JESUS!

If you have prayer requests and you need somebody to stand in the gap for you, please leave a comment here and I will pray.

Link back to Angie at Free Spirit Haven for more Fearless Friday entries.

Thankful Thursday

For the past several weeks I have been expressing my thankful heart to the Lord through praise and worship in spite of all the trials I'm facing in my life. This week is no different. I chose to sing along with this video as my expression of gratefulness for who He is, what He has done and what He's about to do in my life.

Would you sing along with me?

Christ, our Lord
All praise is yours (2x)

We will face this world
And break the silence
We will sing your song
Where injustice lies

Crying oh-o-oh
Heaven pour out your glory
Oh-o-oh
Heaven pour out your glory

Christ, our Lord
All praise is yours (2x)

We will carry your dreams
To heal the earth
Take the kingdom of God
To the broken and hurt

To the far ends of earth we go
(Your) love story must be told
We will not live in comfort anymore

What are you thankful for this week?

For more Thankful Thursday, visit Iris over at Grace Alone.

WFW - Psalm 33:11

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Twilight

I fell in love with this movie the first time I watched it. Three times in one day!

"No one will surrender tonight.
And I won't give in.
I know what I want."

Fearless Friday

It's another day dedicated to praying for all our needs. Let's join together believing that God will answer our prayers because He does!

Let's all pray for HEALING in every area of our lives. Nothing is impossible with God. HAVE FAITH. BELIEVE!

Remember, there is power in the Name of Jesus!

Your name is above all names
Glorious You are this day
Forever Your love remains

Your hands have already made the way
For multitudes to be saved
Lord we cry out and pray

For You are the Lord of all
You pierce every soul
With Your love alone

There is power in the name
There's healing in the name of Jesus

Jesus

If you have prayer requests and you need somebody to stand in the gap for you, please leave a comment here and I will pray.

Link back to Angie at Free Spirit Haven for more Fearless Friday entries.

Thankful Thursday

We serve a God of change. This is very comforting to be reminded of because of circumstances in our lives that seem to look like we're stuck in it for good and that there's no way out.

I thank the Lord that He is able to change my circumstance and that surely victory is mine. It may look like it's never going to change now, but His Word says in Isaiah 14:24, "The Lord Almighty has sworn, 'Surely as I have planned, so it will be, and as I have purposed, so will it stand..." It doesn't matter how ugly or depressing my situation looks like now, because this too is subject to change.

Thank you, Lord!


What are you thankful for this week?

For more Thankful Thursday, visit Lynn over at Spiritually Unequal Marriage.

WFW - Isaiah 14:24

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How To Handle Adversity

I've been wanting to have a copy of this book but wasn't able to find one when I was desperately looking for it two months ago. I couldn't find it in our local bookstores.

My dear friend, Sylvia, sent me one and I got it this morning!

I'm excited to start reading it.

Thank you so much, Sylvia!!! I love the dedication you wrote.

"If you are a child of God whose heart's desire is to see God glorified through you, adversity will not put you down for the count. There will be those initial moments of shock and confusion. But the man or woman who has God's perspective on this life and the life to come will always emerge victorious."

"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." James 1:2-4

Random Thoughts

It has been a busy week for me last week. I was planning to go on leave any day this week since my boss is leaving for the US tomorrow, but he told me this morning that I'll be in charge of the office while he's gone. So my plan went flying out the window. Sheesh... He said that when he comes back, I can go on a vacation for one week. Really now.

Yesterday was my first day to lead my Leadership Group (LG) and it will be so every Sunday. It went well. We've talked about the Power of Hope by Joyce Meyer. I was also being encouraged myself while I was discussing this topic with them.

Most of us have a hard time believing that God is working on our behalf until we see something happening with our natural eyes. This usually isn't the way God works. He works behind the scenes much of the time...

Whatever happens, trust in the Lord and trust in the power of hope! My hope is in God who never changes. Nothing is impossible with Him. He is a big God, and I'm believing Him for big things. How about you?

The day before that I went to the gym to work out which by the way I missed for several weeks, then went shopping in the afternoon. My legs hurt from walking around for five hours.

My week ended with a smile on my face. My heart was joyful and at peace in spite of the busyness. I thank the Lord for His constant assurance that He's going to make everything beautiful in my life. For now, He just wanted me to enjoy life while I wait expectantly.

"Now you shall see what I will do..." Exodus 6:1

On a different note, I saw this video on my YouTube's playlist --- a blast from the past. I think the lyrics are my becoming sentiment. Thought of sharing it here.

Thankful Thursday

***UPDATE AS OF 4:30 PM ***

I was surprised, but really grateful on how things turned out. My boss who's a "terror" around here took the whole thing in stride. He never shouted or said anything hurtful like he normally would. He was cool about the whole thing. Believe me, that boo boo was a big deal. That could have caused me my job, but everything turned out fine. Amazing! God's Word is so true!!! Romans 8:28!

This is something that made me go hmmm...

Thank you, Lord!

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Lord, thank you for my friend Sylvia who, just now, reminded me of Romans 8:28 to calm my nerves because of a really bad boo boo I made yesterday. In an hour of so I'll be facing the consequence of that action. O God, please help me!


What are you thankful for this week?

For more Thankful Thursday, visit Lynn over at Spiritually Unequal Marriage.

WFW - Romans 12:19

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Fearless Friday

It's another day dedicated to praying for all our needs. Let's join together believing that God will answer our prayers because He does!

As an encouragement to all of us, whatever we're going through right now, God is saying ...

"Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth." Psalm 46:10

If you have prayer requests and you need somebody to stand in the gap for you, please leave a comment here and I will pray.

Link back to Angie at Free Spirit Haven for more Fearless Friday entries.

Thankful Thursday

This week I've decided to express my gratefulness to God in a song. May you be blessed with this too.

Oh, I would also like to thank you, my dear friends, for all your greetings, prayers and well wishes. God bless y'all.





What are you thankful for this week?

For more Thankful Thursday, visit Lynn over at Spiritually Unequal Marriage.

WFW - Acts 16:25-26

Today is my birthday!

I am...

My birthday wish is...

~~♥♥♥ May the Lord grant me my heart's desire. ♥♥♥~~


Here's God's message to me today...

God wanted us to praise and worship Him no matter what. He is saying that nothing is impossible with Him.
Whether He will bring to pass or not His promises is not the question because we know that He is not a man that He would lie. He who made the promise is faithful.
The question is, are you willing to obey Him in spite of?

Like in the case of Paul and Silas, He can break the chains in our lives too.

He can bring healing and deliverance.

He can restore.

He can and He will.

Would you do your part?

Hop on to Lori's for more WFW entries. God bless!!!