Its been a while now since my last post. For now, I'll just be sharing this video I happened to watch after browsing facebook.
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Friday, May 16, 2014
Judgmental Test
Being judged or being judgmental might be one of the most common source of conflict and misunderstanding. However the problem may rise on whether we have really judge or is it something else.
While I do consider myself as a judgmental person, I came to realize this thought that all of us whether old, young, professional or out of school have attached meanings to various words, gestures and things we encounter. This may be the result of a social norms or how other people describe it to us and its not a sin nor we are to be blamed for that. With all of these meanings, its inevitable for us to filter the thought/idea attached to a certain word when we happen to read or hear it. For example, when we hear the word dog or cat, some might say it's a pet or perhaps others would consider them ferocious but then again, its not a sin because it had been imprinted in us.
Now saying ones a judgmental person starts by simply stating a notion or first impression you have for her/him because in the first place, we do render our first impression to everyone. However, if one sticks to that particular idea of that same person, then I believe one now becomes judgmental, especially when that someone doesn't even bother to ask questions as to why and how he/she came to be.
Now before you say someone is judgmental, how about asking that very question to yourself. :)
Good day and advance happy weekend!
While I do consider myself as a judgmental person, I came to realize this thought that all of us whether old, young, professional or out of school have attached meanings to various words, gestures and things we encounter. This may be the result of a social norms or how other people describe it to us and its not a sin nor we are to be blamed for that. With all of these meanings, its inevitable for us to filter the thought/idea attached to a certain word when we happen to read or hear it. For example, when we hear the word dog or cat, some might say it's a pet or perhaps others would consider them ferocious but then again, its not a sin because it had been imprinted in us.
Now saying ones a judgmental person starts by simply stating a notion or first impression you have for her/him because in the first place, we do render our first impression to everyone. However, if one sticks to that particular idea of that same person, then I believe one now becomes judgmental, especially when that someone doesn't even bother to ask questions as to why and how he/she came to be.
Now before you say someone is judgmental, how about asking that very question to yourself. :)
Good day and advance happy weekend!
Friday, April 18, 2014
What Excuse?
This Good Friday, many reflections and realizations have taken place inside my head. Many of them came from witnessing and hearing other people's testimony of sacrifice, love, hope and faith. These reflections includes one of my drive to continue believing even if the world shouts to refrain from believing in God due to many crimes, tragedies and death covering the whole world.
Seeing all these survivors from various tragedies that have happened in the Philippines including those who survived typhoon Yolanda and the destructive earthquake in Bohol makes my heart cryout in pain for their loss and at the same time, shout to the world how we are loved by the Lord. These people who have lost so much; shelter, clothing, food and loved ones still continues to have faith in the Lord. All of them who experienced traumatic pain and overwhelming odds managed to cling to Almighty God and found strength in Him to move forward and build their lives from almost nothing.
With that being said, what excuse do we have in not believing? We who might have a recent break-up with our girlfriends/boyfriends, who might have lost to a computer game, we who are being troubled of not eating in a fancy restaurant, we who couldn't style our hairs right or who have received a failing grade, what excuse can we come up to somehow validate our actions in continuously sinning and saying the Lord is without worth?
As we continue to be in solemnity of this Lenten season, let us reflect of all of these things and the unconditional love of the Lord. Let us offer prayers and for just this time deviate from our daily routines to make way for the Holy Spirit to enter our hearts.
Seeing all these survivors from various tragedies that have happened in the Philippines including those who survived typhoon Yolanda and the destructive earthquake in Bohol makes my heart cryout in pain for their loss and at the same time, shout to the world how we are loved by the Lord. These people who have lost so much; shelter, clothing, food and loved ones still continues to have faith in the Lord. All of them who experienced traumatic pain and overwhelming odds managed to cling to Almighty God and found strength in Him to move forward and build their lives from almost nothing.
With that being said, what excuse do we have in not believing? We who might have a recent break-up with our girlfriends/boyfriends, who might have lost to a computer game, we who are being troubled of not eating in a fancy restaurant, we who couldn't style our hairs right or who have received a failing grade, what excuse can we come up to somehow validate our actions in continuously sinning and saying the Lord is without worth?
As we continue to be in solemnity of this Lenten season, let us reflect of all of these things and the unconditional love of the Lord. Let us offer prayers and for just this time deviate from our daily routines to make way for the Holy Spirit to enter our hearts.
Thursday, April 10, 2014
Dare to be Different
Almost everything around us has already deviated from its most basic sense. Many things have lost its importance to the society and even its resemblance to people. We can observe this tragedy by simply observing our surroundings and looking at those ordinary events in our lives. We can see a very poor quality of education not just brought by the educational system but also a result of irresponsible parenthood, poor quality of living and many more. Now that is the most obvious and perhaps, all of us are very aware of that. But as we dig deeper, we can probably consider that even our literature suffers the same condition. We have mainstream movies and albums that are only produced for profit's sake. On top of that, we have a stained justice system presumed to be fueled by money and power. Another thing that is very disturbing is the diminished essence of faith. Many believers now tend to practice their faith only as part of tradition without any experience or encounter with the holy.
As we internalize all of these things, maybe we are already thinking that this is hopeless, or we just do not care. But as we go back to the identities we have as YFC, we are then challenged to make a difference; to be excellent, to be a champion of the poor, to be missionaries, to be single-minded for God, to be patriotic, be 100% free and be a source of unity in the family. Though many have already forgotten these identities, I would slap it again to everyone and constantly remind you that the moment we entered our youth camp, the direction of our lives was already redirected towards God and by being closer to Him, we are also called to possess those traits.
As we internalize all of these things, maybe we are already thinking that this is hopeless, or we just do not care. But as we go back to the identities we have as YFC, we are then challenged to make a difference; to be excellent, to be a champion of the poor, to be missionaries, to be single-minded for God, to be patriotic, be 100% free and be a source of unity in the family. Though many have already forgotten these identities, I would slap it again to everyone and constantly remind you that the moment we entered our youth camp, the direction of our lives was already redirected towards God and by being closer to Him, we are also called to possess those traits.
Monday, April 7, 2014
BELOVED by Kirby Llaban
Intro: E-A-E-A
Dbm7 - B/Eb - E - Bsus - A9(Hold)
Verse 1:
E Bsus A9
Redeemer of all mankind
Dbm Bsus
Born in a manger
A9
Raised as a carpenter
Dbm Bsus A9
Oh my King, we come to ponder
Verse 2:
E Bsus A9
Son of our God, Most High
Dbm Bsus
Obeying the Father
A9
Destined to suffer
Dbm Bsus A9 A9
All of these we come to ponder
Pre-Chorus
Dbm7 Bsus A9
Cause who am I, that you should die for my sins?
Dbm7 B/Eb A9(Hold) A9
Cause everyday, as I pray I thank you Lord for saving me
Chorus:
Dbm7 - Bsus A9 Dbm7-E Bsus
Beloved........... Son of God. Oh Jesus, we worship You! (2x)
Dbm7 Bsus F#m
All glory be to the One. Father, Spirit, Son.
Coda:
Dbm7 Bsus Dbm7
On the cross you said, "Woman, Behold your Son"
A9 Dbm7
Son, Behold Your Mother"
Bsus A9
And with Mary we come to build Your Church
F#m7 E/Ab A9(Hold)
May Your Kingdom come on Earth
Credits to Youtube Uploader: ehperoles
Dbm7 - B/Eb - E - Bsus - A9(Hold)
Verse 1:
E Bsus A9
Redeemer of all mankind
Dbm Bsus
Born in a manger
A9
Raised as a carpenter
Dbm Bsus A9
Oh my King, we come to ponder
Verse 2:
E Bsus A9
Son of our God, Most High
Dbm Bsus
Obeying the Father
A9
Destined to suffer
Dbm Bsus A9 A9
All of these we come to ponder
Pre-Chorus
Dbm7 Bsus A9
Cause who am I, that you should die for my sins?
Dbm7 B/Eb A9(Hold) A9
Cause everyday, as I pray I thank you Lord for saving me
Chorus:
Dbm7 - Bsus A9 Dbm7-E Bsus
Beloved........... Son of God. Oh Jesus, we worship You! (2x)
Dbm7 Bsus F#m
All glory be to the One. Father, Spirit, Son.
Coda:
Dbm7 Bsus Dbm7
On the cross you said, "Woman, Behold your Son"
A9 Dbm7
Son, Behold Your Mother"
Bsus A9
And with Mary we come to build Your Church
F#m7 E/Ab A9(Hold)
May Your Kingdom come on Earth
Credits to Youtube Uploader: ehperoles
Saturday, March 29, 2014
A Thought of Pride
Have you ever looked down a person before? Maybe its due to his/her appearance, capability whether he/she is mentally challenge or simply obtains very low grade. Other than that, it could be the lifestyle they have. Perhaps one would say this is naturally occurring among men to be judgmental or simply be a critic to others, however, if we look at it closely, it will still boil down to how you see yourself.
Even until now, I haven't noticed a person with a low projection of his/herself criticize others. No matter how superior that low esteemed person might be, he/she would not even talk about the weaknesses and failures of others. From this standpoint we can establish that those who are full or partially full of themselves are the ones who have the guts to talk about others. And thus, we can conclude that pride is truly at work here.
Just like the story of the tax collector and the pharisee when they were at the temple offering. the latter was able to make some criticisms to the former due to his pride. And as what Jesus mentioned in that story, the one who is more deserving to be in heaven was the tax collector who simply accepted that he have done something wrong.
Even until now, I haven't noticed a person with a low projection of his/herself criticize others. No matter how superior that low esteemed person might be, he/she would not even talk about the weaknesses and failures of others. From this standpoint we can establish that those who are full or partially full of themselves are the ones who have the guts to talk about others. And thus, we can conclude that pride is truly at work here.
Just like the story of the tax collector and the pharisee when they were at the temple offering. the latter was able to make some criticisms to the former due to his pride. And as what Jesus mentioned in that story, the one who is more deserving to be in heaven was the tax collector who simply accepted that he have done something wrong.
A Happy Mood
Its been a while since my last article and until now, I can't manage to write something that will somehow attract people.
I just decided to make this one just to express how grateful am I to all of our teachers this semester, by the way, I finished our last exam just this afternoon so right now, its the start of my official summer break :).
Anyhow, this semester might be the toughest of them all so far with so many requirements and the grades we need to catch up. Not to mention all of the extra curricular activities that I also need to consider. It was indeed an exhausting journey yet the reward is much much bigger. This coming April 4, I will be flying to Palawan together with our brother's and sister's in Christ to be part of the ICON Revival. This will be my second International conference and I am very excited.
I guess that will be all for now. This write-up is just to somehow relieve my stress and express how grateful am I to my friends, classmates, family and of course, to our Lord Almighty.
Kitakits sa PALAWAN Kapatid!
I just decided to make this one just to express how grateful am I to all of our teachers this semester, by the way, I finished our last exam just this afternoon so right now, its the start of my official summer break :).
Anyhow, this semester might be the toughest of them all so far with so many requirements and the grades we need to catch up. Not to mention all of the extra curricular activities that I also need to consider. It was indeed an exhausting journey yet the reward is much much bigger. This coming April 4, I will be flying to Palawan together with our brother's and sister's in Christ to be part of the ICON Revival. This will be my second International conference and I am very excited.
I guess that will be all for now. This write-up is just to somehow relieve my stress and express how grateful am I to my friends, classmates, family and of course, to our Lord Almighty.
Kitakits sa PALAWAN Kapatid!
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