I've been serving 5 months now in my job. I felt like everything happened too fast--from being a part of the Administrative Section (for 4 months) into becoming a part of the Member Services Section (just recently) particularly E-Center where Employer-Employee contributions and Loan Repayments are being handled.
At first I was surprised of the sudden reshuffling because it happened without me seeing it coming 'till I finally realized it was an answered prayer. I remember praying about being transferred into another section to understand more and immerse myself with how the company works as a government organization. Partly, I was perplexed...perplexed because the reason of my transfer might be the result of a joke I blurted out at my supervisor where she wasn't aware that it was just a joke. But the heads explained to me everything and I felt assured. I knew and I am sure that everything happens according to God's plans. Whatever His plans are, I am certain that I'm secured (Jeremiah 29:11).
Lately, I've been asking God on what my calling is. I'm turned between becoming a sender and a goer. But being a sender weighs more as I assess the path I'm taking and the desires I have. I could vividly remember I chose to become a sender way back taking a mission course during my college years. The second thing is to become a pastor. But this second choice of mine was being set aside due to my own late perspective that a man should be the one who leads over the flock.
I'm currently working on venturing a business that I am excited about. I've been thinking of its success as early as now and of all the businesses I've embarked before, this one's different. Different in the sense that for many months I've been quietly asking, studying and assessing myself and people on what are their concerns this time. I've also assessed what niche I'd be serving. I'm praying and excited for the outcome of this one.
What else to share about? Hmmm...lovelife? To those who've asked if I'm truly engaged...hahah! Engaged with a man? Not yet. I'm engaged into something else. Engaged to God, to my work, and my soon-to-be business. Another truth to share about this area is, God has spoken to me that He will give me the man that's for me. I will just delight in Him and He will give me the desires of my heart (Psalm 37:4). This promise of Him assured me that my prince would come sooner than what we call soon. Hahahhahah!
As to my beauty secret, I will soon reveal. So keep posted! Love lots!
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Yes, I haven't written in awhile and now I'm writing once again. Many things did happened in my life for the past few weeks. I've had tough moments but great moments prevailed in my memory--things I could really thank God for. He has been my source of strength and joy each day.
Many times I feel tired and stressed at work that I tend to entertain negative thoughts such as quitting from the job. But every time those thoughts are getting in, I am reminded on how blessed I am to have this job. The people around me are source of encouragement to me. They are the top reason on why I can't imagine leaving my job.
I find my workplace a family. A big one. Before, this was just a dream...but now, it's a dream come true!
Reader, you might feel stressed over your work too. But before entertaining "quitting thoughts," think on how blessed you are for having the job you have now. :-) If you feel burned out each day, pray over it and ask for God's wisdom. If you don't like your superior or co-worker, pray for him/her or pray about your attitude towards him/her. You'll then be surprised on how God has worked over your heart and mind.
God bless everyone! It's great to be grateful for the blessings we receive everyday.
I haven't written yesterday due to extreme tiredness. I went flat on my bed without worrying about preparations for tomorrow.
But now...well, I have to resume writing. I can't dare to rest without sharing how God is great and awesome to my life this day. Everyday, there's no enough room to store all the blessings He has given. Even the ability to wake up is already a blessing.
There's no reason to be ungrateful each day. There are lots of things to thank for if we'll just assess our day. Yes, there might be disappointments at work, with people, or even with ourselves but it doesn't eradicate the fact that we are still blessed. "Count the blessing, not what's missing" is a common adage. Why don't we apply it?
To be grateful is a choice. To count the blessings each day is a choice too! It will always be up to you on how you handle yourself each day.
Why am I saying all of these? It's because...this is one of the many things that God wanted me to realize. Few months ago, I was very concerned of the things I really need. I think at some point, each of us can relate. What happened was, I became ungrateful and unaware of the blessings each day. I became so focused of getting what I need. I prayed harder and harder and harder. And I became impatient as I wait on God. To me, everyday was just like yesterday--just a common day.
I didn't know that God was working on me. How would I know anyway? What I only knew was I always include in my prayers that God would change me. That God would mold me...would make me become the woman that He wanted me to be. And mind you, you wouldn't know that God has already began His doing until you realize you become somebody you were not before!
Amazing right? God is full of surprises! Even today. I am amazed on how He provides. I feel so blessed as I notice the blessings I am receiving. To mention two of the many blessings I receive today, are food and fare. Food...God knows how good my appetite is. That I am fond of eating. I received a free Sugared Fried Banana, two Hamburgers, and two Teas. (By the way, I did not ate them all. I can't eat them all so I shared them to few people) And when I went home, (I ride twice to reach home) an office mate and a neighbor paid for my fare. (I did not ask them to. If you would ask.)
Well, those might be "simple blessings" if you'd say. But those are blessings. I choose to be grateful each day despite all the hassle and struggle at work. I choose to be happy, I choose to smile...'cause it lightens the heart. It also attracts people. I believe that a smile is contagious.
We cannot change the world...but we can change ourselves. And changing ourselves can be perfectly done by our Dear Lord.
Have a great day ahead!
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I had a great and awesome day today that I don't know how to express and contain God's goodness and greatness in my life. Truly when you've laid down all your burdens to the Lord, you feel so calm, assured, and blessed.
I just had an awesome conversation with my friend--Rosaflor that went from few minutes to four and a half hours! How can you contain that??!! We were catching up with each other's lives and ended up praising God for all the things He had done to each of us.
We talked about God's grace, knowing God's will (which includes never assume what the will of God is) and sharing my testimony on how God changed me inside and out. We also talked about the importance of prayer and reading the Word of God. We discussed matters that talks about breaking the bondage of law in a christian life.
We are all prone to temptations and sin that it would be impossible to conquer our daily battle without God's power. God's power comes from His very own Words. And His Word is essential to combat and win our daily battle.
We might hear countless times on how essential it is to read His Word and to live out His Word. But true as it may seem, we don't always adhere that. Why is that so? Because our own efforts fail us. We need His grace each day to live out the christian life. Even though how knowledgeable we might be with the Word of God, without practice, it's useless.
I'm not saying I perfectly obey His Word, or, that I diligently read His Word without fail, but I always ask God to fill me each day. I never wanted to just read His Word, but by the enabling grace of God, I eat it, digest it and put it in my heart. At times when temptation arises and is creeping in, I am always reminded of His Words. When I follow His Word, I conquer. But when I don't, I lose.
I'm just like you. A normal human being, capable of sinning and losing the right way. That is why I always come to a point of laying every burden to the Lord, praying to Him, being true to Him and then I wait on what He will do. No matter how talented, capable, skillful, or confident I am, these things are nothing compared to God's. My self I can never totally depend. So I'll depend on Him.
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I woke up with a hopeful heart after yesterday's struggle from work. It pays off laying down all your burdens to the Lord--my first and only resort in times of trouble. My eyes bloated from last night's cry-out (I am a crying baby despite how independent and confident I am).
My work demands more of my time and ability. How clueless I am to pray for a certain type of work that I know nothing about! Since I am a persistent daughter when it comes to praying, the Lord would always hear me and grant my prayers. So, I got this job!
Despite the struggle I am facing right now, I am thankful that He granted my request. For I was able to become more of what I thought I am. I was able to communicate well with co-workers, relate to them, encourage, and put a smile on their faces. I am able to learn my job though still struggling to meet all the work demands.
Upon waking up, I was having the feeling of a fulfilled future love-relationship. It's been years already that I've been praying to meet the one I am able to relate with, and be with forever. Sounds like day dreaming! But I am not. Truly I felt we're going to meet the soonest! I believe in my prayers. I believe God would answer.
To ignite the positive feeling, I browsed for a love story and came across reading a blog that truly inspired my heart. I could say that though this world may seem complicated and extreme, you can still find the one who's for you that will love you unconditionally, pursue you, and accept you for who you are.
Sounds exciting! And I'm about to improve my self and my life in the next few days. So while waiting, I'm improving!
