Refreshed

What a wonderful weekend! It was supposed to be a spiritual retreat with no adventurous outings whatsoever. But being three adventurous gals, we did explore a few new places nearby the apartment that we were staying. A generous couple made their place located at Selesa Hill Homes available to us and to friends who seek a quiet and cool place to get away from the madding crowd and be still before the Lord. We are so blessed!

What made it special was each of us leaving more enriched and empowered after our reflections on 2003 and resolutions for the year to come. I personally felt amazed and grateful when I see the hand of God leading me step by step to the path that He wants me to be. And I am excited at what He is going to do in 2004 and beyond.

2003 was a year of healing, learning to trust the Lord more and showing some more evidence of the fruits of the Spirit. Instead of aiming to conquer more travel terrains next year, my goal is to focus on exhibit more fruits of the Spirit and letting God mould my character to be more Christlike. That is the foundation of being a useful vessel of God.

I have been on a book-buying spree this year but next year I won’t be buying many books. I will read and re-read the ones in my library and apply them into my life. There is no point in reading many books when one does not apply a single truth contained in them. Even some one who only reads a thin book but applies all that she learns in it will benefit more than a know-it-all with no life transformation whatsoever.

My greatest motivation comes when I witness and participate in the life transformation of my life and others. To me, the transformation of a human heart is the utmost wonder of all. One which takes the form of an intricate and painful and yet, beautiful symphony of man working together with God.

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