Fear to Fail

     As the old saying goes; "na sa huli ang pagsi-sisi", it reiterates that regrets for failing in something only follows after a certain deed had already took place.
     As I travel back to Davao to face my studies, streams of worries, fear and dilemma surges into my mind. Questions such as, what if i fail? what will I do, and how can I manage? Starts to bother my inner consciousness.
     I do not desire failure and its consequences for it would mean defeat for most of my part. Furthermore, I do not wish to disappoint my parents and of course, disappointing myself.
     Anyhow, what I did mentioned above were just mere assumptions in order to prepare myself for the worst case to come, but right now,   I still do have time to correct my mistake, reverse the situation and uplift my self-esteem. Besides, life is what you make it and do not just depend on raw dictations of fate.
     As I continue pursuing my dream, I am reminded of how obstacles and hardships shape us into a better person. How trials disturbs us when we are already comfortable, bothers us when we are already at peace and challenges us when we are already at ease.

A Call to Humility

     God reminded all of us to be humble enough to recognize that there is a higher being than us and also for us to attribute our achievements to our Creator.

Mark 9:35 - Then he sat down, called the Twelve, and said to them, "If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and the servant of all."

     Humility is not just as easy as it seems for it requires a lot of submissiveness and neglect of pride. It is not something any person could easily show towards other people especially those who had caused them hurts, pains and sufferings.
     In my life as a YFC I have been exposed to many opportunities and privileges that lead to me thinking that I am superior to everybody else, this scenario really bloated my self-awareness and resulted to thinking that "I am the only one who could do this, and they cannot". These cases are not only boxed in my situation but very dominant also to all other leaders out here.
     As I face this downfall in my life, God continues to remind me of His call towards humility. He would really set up instances that would really test my faith in Him that will remind me that He is in authority and not me alone.
     And as I continue this journey in this life with God, I always pray not be drawn in darkness and live life according to my sole will and desires. I continue to strive to be humble enough to see that there is a greater being than myself and His plans are far more superior than mine.

Let us continue to pray not only for ourselves but also to our leaders, kuyas, ates, titos and titas in this community.
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Life as a YFC

     Have you felt this longing feeling of affiliation towards a certain group, circle of friends or organization? Have you ever meet true friends that in any situation you are in, they would always come to help and uplift your frustrations? Those circumstances might not be unusual to us anymore for if not all, most people really wanted some affiliations or to be part of a bigger picture.
     Just like you, I also had these feelings where I find myself seeking such place where I could express my emotions and be true to myself without harming or hurting anyone. I found this special place without obtaining consequences such as a slap on my face, humiliation, and throwing my dignity away. I found myself in Youth For Christ (YFC).
     YFC is a Christian organization that intends to empower the youth and bringing them closer to our Savior. In addition, it also molds people to become leaders not just in the field of religious life but are also equipped with proper capabilities to cope up with the fast changing world.
     I cannot imagine myself if I have not answered God's call during the day of my youth camp, for without that stepping stone, I would not have become the person I am now. Furthermore, YFC contributed a lot with regards to my morals, principles in life and also handling and making decisions on daily basis.
     I am already serving this great community for more than six years now and I am still here continuing what I have started and will still continue to strive more to become a better person with each passing day.

    To my fellow youths out there, if given the opportunity to become part of this wonderful family, do not hesitate in joining, whatever the odds may be for in the end it will turn out to be one of the greatest decisions you will ever make.