Just wanna share great prayer by St. Francis of Assisi. I learned about him this week at Church History and admired his life and commitment. Let this prayer be my prayer also, that I give more than receive...
The Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi
Lord, make me an instrument of Thy peace;
where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
and where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
to be understood, as to understand;
to be loved, as to love;
for it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
and it is in dying that we are born to Eternal Life.
Amen.
The Mind of the Melancholeric Man: Musings on Life and Ministry by Patrick Tan
Post Christmas Raves: ROB Camp & 1st Yr. Anniversary
Three hours since clock struck to 2008. New year, new expectations, new hope, new promises.
Been raving much and praising God about the success of Radical Outbreak, our Section 2 Youth Camp held last 26-29 at Nasugbu. It was much of a movement of God, from the finances to the attendance of campers. There were around 110 young people who joined us for the camp. And God actively moved in our midst. Most of us and the speakers observed that this group of young people are serious about God, so they just went straight to their point in their messages, no beating around the bush. Most of them new believers, some backslidden, I was told 70% of campers haven't really had a meaningful relationship with God until now. The response of young people was overwhelming, seeing them at a very young age with a realization that some will be called to be pastors and missionaries are a sight to see. The team work of the staff and the counselors was matchless. I am really rejoicing for surrounding me with such promising and gifted leaders. The question to be asked now is "now what?". Praying that the seed that was planted in the hearts of these young people will grow and mature in due time. The momentum has been established. The standard set. Go, go, go Section 2!
Personally God has also ministered to me. He reminded me of His promises and reminded me of His plans for me. At this time I got a deeper understanding of who He is, what God's love, grace and mercy is and rejoicing over it. It's amazing how He could make beautiful things of the lives of un-beautiful people. Everytime it's gets more and more amazing.
It was at the camp that Netty and I celebrated our 1st year anniversary. Time flies so fast. I still remember vividly that time when I was given that sweet "yes" in Roxas Boulevard. Netty is proof of God's grace and love for me. Continuously thanking Him for our relationship. That 28th both of us were busy at camp but somehow got to get an alone time just talking and reminiscing. The cook then offered us a newly grilled barbeque to taste test. It was an instant celebration moment, sharing barbeque under a hut (Kulang na lang magsubuan kami ng barbeque, hehe). We then had a short prayer time of thanksgiving and surrender for another year ahead. Earlier, it was almost impossible that she would be able to join me because she is working on her clinic. But thank God everything worked out and blessing us with each other on our anniversary.
For 2008, I am expecting for new things. That I may draw closer to His will for me. To experience Him more. New adventures with God and with the people I love. Life is beautiful.
Been raving much and praising God about the success of Radical Outbreak, our Section 2 Youth Camp held last 26-29 at Nasugbu. It was much of a movement of God, from the finances to the attendance of campers. There were around 110 young people who joined us for the camp. And God actively moved in our midst. Most of us and the speakers observed that this group of young people are serious about God, so they just went straight to their point in their messages, no beating around the bush. Most of them new believers, some backslidden, I was told 70% of campers haven't really had a meaningful relationship with God until now. The response of young people was overwhelming, seeing them at a very young age with a realization that some will be called to be pastors and missionaries are a sight to see. The team work of the staff and the counselors was matchless. I am really rejoicing for surrounding me with such promising and gifted leaders. The question to be asked now is "now what?". Praying that the seed that was planted in the hearts of these young people will grow and mature in due time. The momentum has been established. The standard set. Go, go, go Section 2!
Personally God has also ministered to me. He reminded me of His promises and reminded me of His plans for me. At this time I got a deeper understanding of who He is, what God's love, grace and mercy is and rejoicing over it. It's amazing how He could make beautiful things of the lives of un-beautiful people. Everytime it's gets more and more amazing.
It was at the camp that Netty and I celebrated our 1st year anniversary. Time flies so fast. I still remember vividly that time when I was given that sweet "yes" in Roxas Boulevard. Netty is proof of God's grace and love for me. Continuously thanking Him for our relationship. That 28th both of us were busy at camp but somehow got to get an alone time just talking and reminiscing. The cook then offered us a newly grilled barbeque to taste test. It was an instant celebration moment, sharing barbeque under a hut (Kulang na lang magsubuan kami ng barbeque, hehe). We then had a short prayer time of thanksgiving and surrender for another year ahead. Earlier, it was almost impossible that she would be able to join me because she is working on her clinic. But thank God everything worked out and blessing us with each other on our anniversary.
For 2008, I am expecting for new things. That I may draw closer to His will for me. To experience Him more. New adventures with God and with the people I love. Life is beautiful.
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