My Experienced in our Christmas Camp

This story happened last December 26-30,2006. It is our Christmas Camp. We went to Pinamungahan Cebu. I just to share my experiences there. And I invited a friend of mine to join the camp. And here is our story.......
Fina is a very kind girl. She always go to church every Sunday. She prays everyday. One day, I invited her to join the camp. "Fina why don't you join our Christmas Camp?" I asked. "You have? How much is the registration fee?" asked Fina. "Well, it's only P 300.00." I answered. "Oh no, I can't afford that. It's to expensive for me." answered Fina. "Don't worry, I'll ask Ate Grace to have you sponsored." I answered. Ate Grace is our Bible Study leader. She's one of the most understanding person I've ever met. "You will do that for me? Thank you!" she said excitedly. Yes, of course! I'm sure we will learn lots of things." I answered smiling. The next day, I went to church to ask Ate Grace if Fina can have a slot. "Yes sure! No problem." said Ate Grace smiling. Many days flowed and finally the day for the camping came. We were very excited that before five in the morning, we already arrived at the church. I introduced Fina to Ate Grace and are soon friends. Fina and I went with the first trip. We arrived in Pinamungahan Cebu by eight in the morning. All of us settled in our cabins. The girls' cabin is near the fish pond. Every morning, the sunrise will reflect on the water. It's really a beautiful sight! We enjoyed a lot about the activities. But there are 2 events that Fina can't forget while mine is only one event. The first night of our camp is the altar call. In that event, Fina accepted Jesus Christ as her personal savior. The second event that Fina and I cannot forget was the second to the last day. In the morning we prepared for the beach festival. By 2 pm we set off for the beach. We have lots of games in the beach. At 5:30 in the afternoon, we went back to our campsite. Our facilitators prepared for dinner and we ate together. The session for the night is about to start. We gathered at the session hall. "Ok campers, it's our last night and at the same time it's our testimony and dedication night!" announce Kuya Edwin, the camp director. After singing several praise and worship songs, "I would like to request everyone to please stand up. We're just going to have a little exercise." said Kuya Edwin smiling. The chairs are moved at the side and all of us stood up. The lights were turned off. We were asked to stretch our arms, put our foot above the other and bend our knees. A soft music was played on the piano. The Kuya Edwin began to speak. "Everyone imagine that you are the ones who are crucified. Feel the suffering that Jesus Christ did to save us from our sins." The other are already crying. "Why are you crying?! Are you giving up now? You haven't reached 5 minutes yet! Stretch!! Bend!!" , continued Kuya Edwin. I haven't cried yet but Fina and the others are already crying. But my arms and legs are already aching. But when Kuya Edwin said that, "You said that you will let God use your life! But once you're there you didn't even hold a responsibility! Why?!! It's because you're afraid! You don't have faith in God! You never realized that God will help you in that situation!" said Kuya Edwin. Then he continued, "all of you, lay down on the floor with your face down! Tell Him that you will offer your life to Him and that you will allow Him to use you even though how hard it is!" At that remark, it's like that I'm hit by an arrow. It really stuck to my heart, added by the song "Lord I Offer". We w were asked to stand up and hugged the person or shake hands with the person, whom we want to say thank you. Fina hugged me and thank me for inviting her. While I went and hugged Ate Grace. That was the most unforgettable event in my life because, at that time, I surrendered my life to God.

Math????!!!!!

Ok! I have to relax and face our periodical test. The subjects that we're going to take are Sci A and Math. Oh my goodness! Math?!!! Yah! We’re going to take math today. And I know that it will not be easy. There’s so much pressure in my mind today. Math, math, math, math! That’s the thing, that the thing! I don’t know if I can do it. But I’m already here. First we start our Sci A test. It’s quiet confusing, but I came up with all the answers. But I know that not all of my answers there are correct. Anyway, I can still assure that I will pass this subject. I arrived early to school today. I’m just sitting so that my energy will not be wasted. I spent my time in quietness. The bell has finally rang. The test is going to start in a few minutes. Finally, our examiner, Madame Montaño came in. we greeted her good morning and then we sat down. Here we go! The test papers are distributed and then we started answering. Think, think and think. Answer here, answer there. It’s like that I’m inside a space looking for a way to get out. Ok, almost there! And……. Yes! I’m done! I reviewed my paper and after reviewing, I put it down. I don’t want to pass yet because no one is passing their paper. At last, one of my classmates stood up and passed her paper. I just sat down for a few more minutes. After a while, almost all of my classmates passed their paper so I stood up and pass my paper also. I get out of the classroom and I headed towards the faculty. I just want to see someone in the faculty. After seeing the person, I went and sat on one of the benches. I went there to pray. The next subject is going to be math. I already have the secret weapon. And that weapon is called prayer. Ok, I’m ready! Kriiiiiiiiiiiiiiing! It’s already time for math test. After a few minutes, I found myself busy answering the test. The test is only ten items. But I can’t imagine that I still lack time! The time is one hour and thirty minutes! Oh My! I can’t take this anymore! Joke! I mean it! Math test is really hard. I don’t know if I passed. I hope so. But I should! I have to pass this subject. Because if not if I will not pass, my dad will get angry. But I know that Jesus won’t leave me regardless. It’s just about trust and not leaning on my on understanding. But I’m still afraid. But one of the Psalms said that: When I am afraid O, Lord Almighty, I put my trust in You. (Psalm 56:3) That was an excellent verse for me. I can really witness that whenever I need some inspiring words, I always found it in the Bible, God’s word.

I don't Understand!!!

Yesterday, was the last day of the ASEAN Summit. And today, my heart is starting to feel heavy. I don’t know why, but I know that there’s really something about it. I’m like a ship without a captain right now. I don’t know where to go. And then I get my wallet and got a note.
“Have you ever experienced a time in your life when you felt so empty for no reason? Have you ever felt so down but you just can’t tell why? Have you ever felt like the world suddenly spins around you and you are caught in the middle going nowhere? Weird isn’t it? But that’s the beauty of being human. It is knowing that there is a purpose for each existence. And whatever that, maybe, it is also the reason why we still wake up breathing each morning to discover that missing piece of puzzle that would make our lives complete. Have a nice day!"

That was the letter given to me by my teacher when I was still in grade six. I realized that it fitted to my situation right now. And it's true. I am looking for something that I don't know. Maybe because it's already the 3rd periodical test tomorrow. Maybe. That would be a 3-day pressure for me. But last Sunday, I have already requested a prayer to pray for me about our periodical test during our Bible Study time. I feel better when I remembered about our Bible Study. My week is not really complete whenever I miss one Sunday of going to Church. Maybe because it's a part of my life. Anyway, we are going to have half day today. We only have half day, and I want the day to go faster so that everything will be finished. But I know it's impossible for me to have that wish. I can't do anything but to face it. I have to face all the pressures, all the struggles, all the challenges, and many others. It's already our 3rd periodical test, and I have to face it. Maybe our third periodical test is something that worries me. Am I prepared for the test? Am I ready? Do I have all the things that I needed for the test? Maybe. But my most important weapon is that Christ in in me. I know that even if I'm in the ground of confusion, He will never forsake me. He won't leave me regardless...... The bell has already rang. So it's already time to go home. I'm calling the day, a heavy day. Maybe tomorrow there are more......

Verse for the day:

Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Never rely on what you think you know. Remember the Lord in everything you do, and He will show you the right way. ( Proverbs 3:5-6 )

I'm hoping that tomorrow I will have an exciting day! But I'm sure that at the same time, it's also a pressure day. Periodical is fast approaching so I have to get ready.