How God found Me

I was in my 2nd year HS when there was this group of religious people who visited us in our house. They shared about Jesus of Nazareth. I was not alienated because I was raised in a Christian School during my elementary- SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL, take note: we have a Bible Subject where they have taught us about Jesus... (thanks to my parents for sending me to that school)... if not maybe I was one of those people who were close-minded about the topic- JESUS! After several visits the group had finally encouraged us to attend their Sunday Service, especially my young siblings because their church has this so called "Sunday School". So, I was kind of excited when I heard about it, and out of curiosity me and my siblings went to their church. However, and into my dismay only my young sisters were allowed to enter the semi-private room with other children in the same age group. Then somebody ushered me into the congregation at the sanctuary. The service lasted for 2 hours; first hour includes Call to Worship, Testimonials, and Praise and Worship and the remaining hour for the Word of GOD. Honestly speaking, while the service remains ongoing my mind's wandering about what's happening inside that semi-private room. And I feel like estranged in the group because I knew no one and I was not used to that kind of Service. But before the service ended I came to enjoy the moment and people became accommodating. Hence, I wanna go back again the next Sunday. Until me and my siblings attends EVERY SUNDAY!

Every Wednesday night there's a YOUNG PEOPLE'S SERVICE (well, ofcourse for youth) where lotsa activities, games, bible sharing... get to know each others, bond with each others, and the most important thing to be united for God.

Fast forward,  Here comes Summer... where the organization has this Vacation Bible School. I was fortunate to be part of this VBS. I personally became a student. Such a wonderful experienced especially when God promoted me to be a teacher the next VBS, and the following years thereafter. The knowledge and the attitude I had learned was my weapon to be an effective teacher for Christ... Very Rewarding!

To speed up a bit, YES! I was converted and I received the water baptism. I was BORN AGAIN.

 (2 Corinthians 5:17 "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation;. the old has gone, the new has come")

Though I don't remember not knowing the essence of being born again, I was a bit confused if I was just been forced or pressured by my pastors? Neither way, one thing I'm sure about.. "I wanted to receive Christ as my personal Savior." I wanted my Salvation! And no matter what, It will always be my personal decision. 

After that, I became active in church activities, young people's gatherings, outdoor activities... 

I became the Youth President in the Young People's Department. Also been part of the Music Ministry where they hand-me-down the organ and got the chance to play Synthesizer. And experienced to be a Worship Leader as well.

Not to forget, when I once became a candidate for the Mr. & Ms. Youth Camp... where I got the "Best in Talent, Best in Swimwear, Best in Evangelism, Pastor's Choice Award, and reigned 1st Runner Up." You see, I don't mean to boast or anything but all I can think about is how God had lifted me up, boost my confidence since I'm a shy type of person who never dares to stand up in front of so many people nor leading people.It's just not me. BUT! God knows me better, and He used me for His own Glory and that's one thing I want to point out, today.

Time passed, when I was in my college years. I became busy with my studies and rarely attend young people services, I even skipped Sunday Services. <What's happening to ME????!!!!!> The worst! I feel like backsliding that time! I can feel the gap I had created between me and God...
"Oh no! no no no!!!!" 
"I love God!!!"
"What am I gonna do??"
"I seem like sabotaging God"
....(those are my thoughts)

Until such time, God renewed my spirit. He showed me His unfailing Love and Mercy. Shown me the way back to Him. After seem like rebelling, He is still Faithful to me.

Everything I wish and hope for, God answered it!

He gave me a God-Fearing Man, the Love of my life...

I finished my college with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

And now I'm a nurse because I passed my Licensure Exam in one shot. (Glory belongs to God)

I got triple jobs way back Philippines, and I'm kind of working almost 24 hours a day.

( Philippians 4:13 "I ca can do everything through Him who gives me strength")

I've worked with good people, wonderful employers.

Dr. A, who had given me status post patients...and I'm blessed with good patients too.

Dra. F, who always  understands me whenever I'm late from my night shift duty... and she does gives bonuses. :D May God bless her!

And Family A. who was very kind and generous with lotsa blessings they've given me when I'm still working with them, caring for their mother.

Now, can you see how faithful and majestic God is? Can you even fathom his Greatness?

It never stop there, as God continually showering His blessings upon me.When I passed my boards I thought I was just lucky. Until I passed my Prometric Exam for Saudi and by then I know God is advancing me and He has a plan for me.

  (Jeremiah 29:11 "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.")<-- anyway, that's my life verse. ;)

To be working abroad is such a great challenge especially in a Non-Christian country. Not only that you get physically burnt out, but also very vulnerable to emotional stress longing for your loveones. Most especially in the battle of your spiritual life. "No bible allowed", "No Christian Churches where you can freely go anytime you wanted"... and thinking I'm deprived with all of these for 2 years, it's really a downfall for me. No Inter-fellowship, No Young People's Service, No Youth Camp, or National Fellowship, and the like....

Is this really the desire of God for me? Well, as far as I know, YES! for if not, then I probably wouldn't be here making blogs! Wouldn't have the chance to talk with you and share my experiences. God has a purpose for everything. And as a matter of fact, my spiritual well being is not at stake since there are many alternatives to feed my soul and increase my faith. Prayer- my forever armor!

I'm just a typical person from a normal slash ordinary family. I get angry, I commit mistakes, lots of mistakes, I'm not perfect human being. But He has chosen and had forgiven me.

There! That's my life! How God Found me.

P.S When I experienced and Encountered God this became my turning point.

The Best decision in life is when you accept God in your life and accepting Christ as your personal savior. for it is written:

"Jesus said, I am the way the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." John 14:6

God loves you! As much as He loves me. For He loves us equally.

I pray that you also find your way to the Lord as He knocks into your heart today.

It is not an accident that you find this blog post. As I've said earlier God has a reason for everything and He has a reason why you are reading mine now. Listen to your heart and welcome Him. 

REPENT and He is JUST to forgive you. 

Godbless you!!!

Let us aim to Glorify God in Everything We Do. 

Psalms 34:3 "Glorify the Lord with me, let us exalt His name together"