30/08/2020
Sabi nila, pagwalang wala ka ng makitang sagot sa mga tao, open the Bible and you will find an answer to the question you did not ask but you should have.
Almost a year ago, I was in a situation where I found myself doing literally nothing. No work, no hustle, useless, and worthless.
My thoughts were cluttered and with a heavy heart, I took out my Bible and said, "Sige nga anong sasabihin mo sa akinโ
JAMES 1:2-3
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.
Hala pure joy daw, wow, why? I mean, how can a person experiencing so many trials can consider something of pure joy?
I never found the answer until 2020 arrived. I realize now, I will never find an answer because I never asked the right question. I never prayed for what my heart really needed.
January 6, 2020, a day after our family reunion, I looked back at my journal and revisited the Bible verse I read months before and you know what? I found myself smiling because I finally understood what it was telling me. Though I didn't feel at the time that it was pure joy, I just knew, I understood Him already.
February 11, I was coded as a Licensed Insurance Agent, more than blessed, I became part of a team where everyone is born to be an achiever, with generous leaders and a strong support system, plus, kasama ko pa sa team ang best friend ko.
March 20, an online community group was born, and again, more than a blessing I deserved, I found another family that activated my passion and my purpose. A community where no one will be left behind because everyone is lifting each other up. A community where strangers became trusted friends.
Today, I'm taking up a certification course to be a Certified Wealth Planner, I'm also attending club invites to improve my public speaking, interpersonal communication, strategic leadership, and of course, to regain self-confidence.
Now ask me, am I feeling the chills of having pure joy already?
My answer is, YES.
So, guys, can you do me a favor? Can you read the verse again?
But this time, read it louder. ๐
Good morning Sunday ๐ป