celebrating life.

16 October 2011

Jeff came in for a quick visit from Davao today. He longs to celebrate his 25th with his family. After their beach getaway, we (joyce and I) managed to squeeze in our plan of 'surprising' him.

Good thing Joyce had no duty and I was on my second night shift. Perfect for a simple dinner celebration.

We met at choco mocha(a small resto situated at the heart of mati). They serve the best siomao and choco crumble in town. I was having much needed 'me time' while waiting for them.I was divulging on what the Lord's plan for me. Hmmmm...exciting:)

Before I get lost with my thoughts, the beaming birthday boy arrived as well as Joyce. She brought in a piece of cake minus the candle for Jeff (isn't she thoughtful) After feasting on the yummy cake and siomai, we head on to the municipal grounds to pray.


Take Flight, a city is waiting.
We found the place almost empty.Situated near the park was a covered court and Jeff commented that when he thinks of BCC Mati, he can't help but associate this covered court. Might be the future venue for reload and sunday service (hopes high!)

we immediately proceeded on speaking blessing to the entire city, our families, our leaders in the seat of government. our place has a reputation of unwise government leadership the reason why it took ovver a century for mati to be recognized as a city. But thank God, tides are changing in Jesus' name. We declared that mati is not a hopeless city!It is a city waiting to bloom and flourish. Tides are changing, I can feel it.

Mark 4:26-29
After praying, we managed to share our thoughts.Mark 4:26-29 was vividly impressed to me while I was engrossed in the Spirit's presence.

Mark 4:26-29
The Message (MSG)
Never Without a Story

26-29Then Jesus said, "God's kingdom is like seed thrown on a field by a man who then goes to bed and forgets about it. The seed sprouts and grows—he has no idea how it happens. The earth does it all without his help: first a green stem of grass, then a bud, then the ripened grain. When the grain is fully formed, he reaps—harvest time!
*tears


A beautiful gift.
We believe that the best gift we can ever give to Jeff is prayers. I asked Joyce to pray for Jeff while I agree. It took her minutes to utter a prayer. we were laughing at the thought but there was an inner tug for me to let her lead the prayer. After praying for him, she confessed that it was really hard to say prayers. It turned out that she can not recall the last time she prayed for someone. I was beaming. Truly, it pays to obey God's promptings.

We ended the day with unspoken gratitude in our hearts.
Thankful for life, for friendship that is Christ-centered.

#toGodalonebetheglory