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.
Friday, October 18, 2002
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.
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Religion
Location:
Cauayan City, Isabela, Philippines
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