It's been a few months and years since I am writing this blog of mine, and I hope that life may treat me well. I want to know that no matter what challenges or obstacles I will face, I will come out stronger and more resilient. I will keep pushing myself and don't be afraid to take risks and chase my dreams. I will stay true to my values and beliefs, and always be kind to myself and specially to others. Always taking the time for self-care, and to enjoy the simple things in life. Above all, trust in the journey and know that everything will work out in the end.
To Amend or Not To Amend: That is the Question. A Debate on Charter Change.
Friday, October 18, 2002
My 19th birthday message
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Personal
Location:
Ilagan, Isabela, Philippines
Tuesday, March 12, 2002
The Old Path – I shall walk in it for it is where my soul found rest
When I was a child, I have been exposed to my parents’ religion, which is, like most Filipinos, Catholicism. However, they were never active members of the Catholic church. Which is why during my childhood, I was allowed to shift gears and become an active member of the Casilagan Pentecostal Church in our town. I was religiously involved in every activity: I always attended the group’s parties and youth camp activities. As time went by and I grew older, I became one of the children’s Sunday morning teachers.
When I reached my senior year in high school, I began feeling differently towards my faith. Something was amiss and I was determined to find out what it was. And so I searched for the truth. I listened to different pastors airing their sermons on the radio. This is how I was able to chance upon Bro. Eli Soriano’s preaching over DZCV Tuguegarao. I first came to understand the Bible through his teachings, in the year 2000.
It was in October 2001 when I began to look for a local chapter. There I met Bro. Danny Manuel in Naguilian, Isabela. He introduced me to Bro. Nick Janqui, a church worker. I can still remember the first Bible Study topic that I heard – it was about the use of the Bible in attaining salvation.
Early this year 2002, I underwent the indoctrination services of the Members Church of God International (MCGI). The church was still using VHS format at that time. Eventually, I was baptized on March 12 of the same year. On that blessed day, Bro. Sonny Catan officiated my baptism and 20 others.
Labels:
Religion
Location:
Cauayan City, Isabela, Philippines
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