Another inspiring day in the Institute.
I was reminded once again of the things that could get in the way between me and the Lord. There are the worldly things that, if used in the wrong way, would lead me away from Him (e.g. media, addiction, drugs, wealth, etc.). And what must be done is to always stay close to Him by praying and continually studying His gospel. If not, if we will look beyond the mark, which is Christ, we will fall into misery.
It is important to counsel with the Lord in all that we do, for He counsels with wisdom, justice and mercy. So, if ever you need help and it seemed like no one can offer help or no one is available to be with you, just remember that the Lord is there, always ready to help. Seek Him, He will be there.
I had a good day today. Many things to be thankful for! :)
I feel so blessed. :)
Thank you for the prayers, everyone.
Thank you Lord for every opportunity and experience in this life.
Now, I feel more inspired and motivated to do more, and to BE MORE. #iamhealthsci #related #hashtagdinpagmaytime #hahaha :)
Friday, September 6, 2013
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Sleep
Grabe, crammer forever. haha. I was deprived of sleep last night. I had to review our history from the occupation of the Japanese until Marcos' Era. :)) mauubos na rin ang stock kong food dito sa dorm, I have to go to the grocery this weekend. Oh well, at least now it's done. I hope everything will be fine.
Sorry sa mga natarayan ko kagabi, I was really busy, and I was cramming. haha.
so yeah, this day went by. I realized how time goes fast especially when you're busy and you need to accomplish many things - which is why we have to seize every moment, every tiny experience that happens, make the most out of it, at hindi yung minamadali na lang sa huli because it will just leave us with regrets.
Yes, I did regret what I have done. I should not have crammed, I should have studied beforehand. Edi sana, I was able to be more productive last night and was not deprived of sleep. haha. Now, I suffered the consequences tuloy. lesson learned. :))
Luckily, with a divine help, I was able to read all the reviewers, pero syempre, it is still not enough. I slept 1-2hrs. before the alarm rung earlier this morning, and when it did, the usual routine, eat, take a bath, prepare things. during that time, I was not myself, haha. na-out of balance pa ako. LOL.
so there, first subject: 7:30 - LS. my classmates and I were surprised pa of Ma'am Cuyegkeng's instructions: starting next week, she requires us to wear business attire, and she will have us lined up in the middle every discussion to recite. and then she kept on repeating the instructions (which includes the dress code, no notebooks, no gadgets allowed) since there are many latecomers. haha. for a moment I was a bit scared, I was already thinking ahead of what will happen to our class. nevertheless, we went on with the lesson. HAHA, it was a joke lang pala. we were played around, lalo na kasi our topic is about Change and Innovation. and that was the situation: what if Ma'am just decided to change the usual classroom type of sessions into business class (and then she observed our actions/reactions). haha, it was really fun and funny for all of us.
next class, philosophy. uhh, I love the lesson, pero I really have to review that time... so I just picked up some ideas from the class. Our lesson was about the phenomenology of knowing. and in knowing, there is the consciousness. To be able to perceive and object, there must be a reality of that object. there must be a perceiving consciousness that the object gives, or else we are just imagining it. :)) something like that :))
half day done... next half naman..
histo LT. huhu. sakit sa ulo, at inantok pa ko. I was able to answer everything. Well, nainspire ako especially when our prof prayed for us, and even read a scripture verse for us: James 1:2-5, one of my favorite scripture passage. This is what Joseph Smith (a prophet of our church) had read when he was confused with the different religions that surround him. This (James 1:5) left him a big impression to inquire of the Lord and ask for help. Now, it was applied to us; even if it is just an exam, it is still important, and if it is important to me, I know, it is also important to Him, kaya I know that He will help. connect connect lang. :)
and after 1.5 hours, the test was done! yay!!.. then, Socio-Anthro naman. lesson about health, culture, nutrition. :)) we stopped in the discussion about the "Supersize me"
theeeeen. YES, i felt freedom. HAHA. bonding moments with Ina (simula sa University Archives, hanggang sa bonchon, hanggang sa Oracle), Clang and Rafa.
and then, I went on a deep sleep. haha. Sarap. pero bitin. :))
still, lots to do. :D
Kaya yan!
by the way, please pray for me to be blessed with the opportunity to be part of the organization that I applied to. the results will be on Saturday. I know, every prayer is heard and answered. so, tiwala. :>
Thank you so much!
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Better
I'm so happyyyyyy, my skin's back. well, it's almost fair and normal, like before! Even though I went to the hospital alone, at medyo nahilo pa ako at inantok. oks lang. The doctor said that I will be fine and then he gave me some prescriptions if ever I will have allergy attack again. Remind me to immediately go for a check up kapag inatake ako ha. hahahah. :D As of now, I feel better. :D
oh yes, as usual, acads day, school stuff = medyo ordinary, medyo busy, pero kakayanin! Be optimistic! never give up, kahit mahirap. :)
I enjoyed my day today, especially in LS: about Organizational Behavior, Personality, Perception and Attitude; and sa Philosophy naman, I loved it when Dr. Manny Dy said something like this: "If you're doing it just for the sake of getting a grade or just accomplishing it, it is WORK, but if you're doing it because you want/love to express yourself not only to your teacher but to others, it is CULTURE."
I love the thought, it can be applied to anything that we do. pero well, in this case, he talked about our phenomenological paper.
A comparison between doing and finishing something just because it is required, and doing and finishing something because you love it and you want it as a part of your being (character, attitude, expression/feelings): That's work and culture respectively. haha. Of course I want the latter, I opt to do that.
...I also enjoyed today coz I danced (as an exercise). I really missed dancing!!
Well, the day's still not done. no time to loose now.
oh yes, as usual, acads day, school stuff = medyo ordinary, medyo busy, pero kakayanin! Be optimistic! never give up, kahit mahirap. :)
I enjoyed my day today, especially in LS: about Organizational Behavior, Personality, Perception and Attitude; and sa Philosophy naman, I loved it when Dr. Manny Dy said something like this: "If you're doing it just for the sake of getting a grade or just accomplishing it, it is WORK, but if you're doing it because you want/love to express yourself not only to your teacher but to others, it is CULTURE."
I love the thought, it can be applied to anything that we do. pero well, in this case, he talked about our phenomenological paper.
A comparison between doing and finishing something just because it is required, and doing and finishing something because you love it and you want it as a part of your being (character, attitude, expression/feelings): That's work and culture respectively. haha. Of course I want the latter, I opt to do that.
...I also enjoyed today coz I danced (as an exercise). I really missed dancing!!
Well, the day's still not done. no time to loose now.
Monday, September 2, 2013
Ordinary Day
Once again, I have experienced an ordinary day. haha. I felt a bit bored though, coz I miss many things. Normal day: Sci 10, Physics classes. Saglit na meeting for thesis. All about acads.
No Blue Symphony rehearsals today. I wondered when and how will I see them again, habang wala pang rehearsals ulit. Fortunately, I was able to see some of them. Enzo's doing fine na! yay! I also saw Koko. I got to talk to JC, about some matters. He told me that he hasn't talked too much since Saturday night. It's good that today, he let it all out, expressed himself, his side/point of view about the situations/issues. I did not talk too much, just told him some things/words, which I hoped would help him in some way.
Well, the day has not ended yet, the CB of Blue Symphony including JC are still resolving the matters, as of now (I think), I hope everything will be fine soon. I do not want someone to leave the org because of these issues.
As an organization, I know we will still face more problems, even bigger burdens; and I think, as a whole, this would be just a small piece of the puzzle. I know that these problems could be resolved without any bargain that would hurt someone's feelings. I could see that the Blue Symphony family, especially the CB are unitedly working together to settle everything.
From these matters, a lot of lessons were learned and realized. I hope and pray that in the future nothing like this (or even greater than this) would happen again to the family that I have come to love.
No Blue Symphony rehearsals today. I wondered when and how will I see them again, habang wala pang rehearsals ulit. Fortunately, I was able to see some of them. Enzo's doing fine na! yay! I also saw Koko. I got to talk to JC, about some matters. He told me that he hasn't talked too much since Saturday night. It's good that today, he let it all out, expressed himself, his side/point of view about the situations/issues. I did not talk too much, just told him some things/words, which I hoped would help him in some way.
Well, the day has not ended yet, the CB of Blue Symphony including JC are still resolving the matters, as of now (I think), I hope everything will be fine soon. I do not want someone to leave the org because of these issues.
As an organization, I know we will still face more problems, even bigger burdens; and I think, as a whole, this would be just a small piece of the puzzle. I know that these problems could be resolved without any bargain that would hurt someone's feelings. I could see that the Blue Symphony family, especially the CB are unitedly working together to settle everything.
From these matters, a lot of lessons were learned and realized. I hope and pray that in the future nothing like this (or even greater than this) would happen again to the family that I have come to love.
Sunday, September 1, 2013
Post-concert party
after the interview in ASLA, I went to ACGC concert: Rendimiento. My roommate's so good and pretty that night!! :") Nice one Gem. may mailoloko na naman kami sayo dahil sa choreography. Best dancer ever! hahahaha.
well, after that, we went to Nik's house to get together: Chuck, Nath, Migoy... I already know that they are going to drink, but I did not expect some happenings to be that so problematic...
First, everything is well, everyone's happy and enjoying games and bonding moments. Dun ako kina Tito, we were jamming. nung una, Tito was playing the piano. I played the violin for a while, and then guitar naman sunod. I also sing with the others. Kuya Albert, Gian, Kuya Arn, Patrick, JC and others were there. I really enjoyed this! :) Some people were playing cards naman, and then yung isang game na they will drink and admit something? tama ba? haha. i dunno, pero looks like it. yeah, umiinom na sila ng mga oras na ito. Everyone's seems to be enjoying and doing whatever they want to have fun :))
hmmm. next, i dunno ha, but after eating pizza and all, and talking to some people, I was surprised that there arose some problems, and when I knew it, it concerned me almost for the rest of the night. I won't mention names in this entry, it is too personal and private. these situations are not to be specifically told in public. I will just go on and tell you about how I felt with this kind of situation. I calmly talked to them. well, I understand them, their sides, concerns about the problem that had happened. sometimes due to the fact that most of them were drunk, I don't know if they are telling the truth or their emotions were just brought up by being drunk, kahit konti lang. This is really a concern for me, lalo na kasi they are my friends, and nagkaroon pa ng conflict at this kind of time when everyone should be enjoying. haaaay. sometimes I ask myself, if He was here, what would He have done to resolve this.
The problems subsided, a bit, pero they were not resolved. No one wants to make the first move and do something to lessen the problem.
After some people went home, we went with other stuff. Haha, nakakwentuhan ko si JC and Koko. HAHA. Like I was talking to a junior philosopher and a very ambitious man. it was fun, thinking that they were drunk makes it funnier. talking about stuff like they didn't even think about it. basta sabi lang ng sabi, kwento lang ng kwento. haha! naki-ride lang ako and I think I was able to give them advices naman :))
Before I went home, there were still some problems, and I heard some from Tito, especially those that concern the concert. Basically we still need more improvement. :)
Jake brought me home, pero medyo may hang over pa. buti na lang nakauwi ako nang maayos. I hope everyone else did too.
First, everything is well, everyone's happy and enjoying games and bonding moments. Dun ako kina Tito, we were jamming. nung una, Tito was playing the piano. I played the violin for a while, and then guitar naman sunod. I also sing with the others. Kuya Albert, Gian, Kuya Arn, Patrick, JC and others were there. I really enjoyed this! :) Some people were playing cards naman, and then yung isang game na they will drink and admit something? tama ba? haha. i dunno, pero looks like it. yeah, umiinom na sila ng mga oras na ito. Everyone's seems to be enjoying and doing whatever they want to have fun :))
hmmm. next, i dunno ha, but after eating pizza and all, and talking to some people, I was surprised that there arose some problems, and when I knew it, it concerned me almost for the rest of the night. I won't mention names in this entry, it is too personal and private. these situations are not to be specifically told in public. I will just go on and tell you about how I felt with this kind of situation. I calmly talked to them. well, I understand them, their sides, concerns about the problem that had happened. sometimes due to the fact that most of them were drunk, I don't know if they are telling the truth or their emotions were just brought up by being drunk, kahit konti lang. This is really a concern for me, lalo na kasi they are my friends, and nagkaroon pa ng conflict at this kind of time when everyone should be enjoying. haaaay. sometimes I ask myself, if He was here, what would He have done to resolve this.
The problems subsided, a bit, pero they were not resolved. No one wants to make the first move and do something to lessen the problem.
After some people went home, we went with other stuff. Haha, nakakwentuhan ko si JC and Koko. HAHA. Like I was talking to a junior philosopher and a very ambitious man. it was fun, thinking that they were drunk makes it funnier. talking about stuff like they didn't even think about it. basta sabi lang ng sabi, kwento lang ng kwento. haha! naki-ride lang ako and I think I was able to give them advices naman :))
Before I went home, there were still some problems, and I heard some from Tito, especially those that concern the concert. Basically we still need more improvement. :)
Jake brought me home, pero medyo may hang over pa. buti na lang nakauwi ako nang maayos. I hope everyone else did too.
Opportunity
(August 31 experience)
okay. I admit. I was really nervous this week because of ASLA. hahaha. I was excited, but I was also nervous. during this week, of course busy, dahil ng concert, so medyo na-segue ang kaba. haha pero when Friday came, I was really feeling fast heartbeats. I asked Master Mesh Maini (MMM) early in the morning, before going to class (buti na lang napadaan siya, at least that day before the interview nakausap ko si Master) about what I should do. He was also my prof in Bio and I asked him for recommendation in ASLA, so when I found out na nakapasa ako, I thanked him and asked for his help na rin, for the next phase which is the interview. Natawa ako when he said na, parang ikaw si Hercules at ako sa si Phil., tapos training of champs. haha! champs talaga? :)) so yun, I ask him for advices and words of wisdom to motivate me. dahil sobrang kabado na talaga ako nung Friday and syempre nung Saturday, that I couldn't concentrate enough about the work that I must do, especially for thesis. minadali ko pa yung part ko, so it was not so good, kasi na-late pa ako nakauwi dahil galing din ako sa church.
by the way in our thesis, nasa storming phase na kami. there were some problems within the group, and good thing we decided to talk about it, para wala nang plastikan at pagpigil sa inis or galit or pagpaparinig sa isa't isa. we directly mentioned each other's concerns and faults, and thankfully we were able to resolve them. yes, we survived the storming phase. now we'll be more united. :)
anywaaaaay. so after nun, okay, nag lunch kami. my time for the interview is almost near. haha. kinakabahan ako. hindi ko na naubos pagkain ko and I was asking Ina and Clang to help me by asking me questions that were related to leadership and my experiences about it. To condition my mind lang. haha. at dahil dun, nag picture picture lang kami sa iPad ko. after that we were with Rafa, and we went sa dorm ko since nawalan ng kuryente. I slept for less than 30 minutes (to rest my body and mind. haha) tapos sila Ina, Clang and Rafa, they used my gadgets to do whatever they wanted. edi picture picture ulit, pati hanggang sa magising ko. picture ulit. haha!
quarter to 3, Rafa and I were waiting for Pat, since sabay kami ng time slot ni Pat for the interview. I asked Rafa to ask me questions (again, to condition myself, since ilang minutes na lang). I'm glad my friends were there for me when I needed them. They have comforted me with their presence and support with what I am going to face. :))
so yun, we were at school already, Pat and I went to theo department faculty lounge, Chuck was already there. Buti na lang it was brownout, kung hindi, baka nilalamig na ako sa kaba. haha. Our picture was taken with our name and favorite superhero on a whiteboard. then a piece of paper was given, asking us, how our worst enemy will describe us. we can write our thoughts about it, pero I already couldn't since kinakabahan ako hahha, i just processed the answer on my mind.
Time came, it was my turn to be interviewed. I was interviewed by Bro. Ed, Maita and a lady from ASLA batch 4, (sorry I forgot her name, kahit na siya yung pinakamadalas kong tinitingnan when I talk). They introduced themselves first to me. The scribe in our meeting was a health science sophomore (medj nahiya naman ako, ASLA na sya, sophomore pa lang. haha.) anyway, so I also introduced myself and the orgs that I am in. The discussion was basically about my experience as an Institute of Religion Student Council President, the high and low moments/experience that I have had with myself and my colleagues. Since hindi pa naman matagal itong IRSC sa stake namin, I told them almost everything that had happened about us, our meetings, the way we organize and prepare activities for the stake, tapos nung nakipag combine pa sa isang stake. buti na lang I was able to express myself with this experience. There was just one problem (uh-oh), haha, they asked me why shouldn't they choose me to be part of ASLA. haha, honestly, medyo nagulat ako ha. I mean, I was selling myself the whole time for me to be qualified in ASLA, and then yun ang itatanong nila haha. Pero they were kind naman, they let me think for a time. and ang nasabi ko na lang is, I am selfish, impatient and something (I forgot). Yes I have those attitudes and these characteristics hinder me from being a better leader, na imbis na all will be well, there will be some little problems along the way lalo na kapag umiiral yung side kong ito. BUT, I immediately asked them if I can defend myself, haha, they let me naman. and I said, because of the opportunities that were given to me as a leader, step by step I am able to overcome these wrong side of me. Then they asked me how I define leadership. I told them as a leader, I do not believe that it is just giving or delegating task, but also standing as an example to them. I want my officers/subordinates/colleagues to see me as an equal person. it's not about the position, it's how you work as a team.
I'm glad the interview ended well. I had a great feeling since I was able to share some insights about my religion. I even mentioned that "who the Lord calls, He qualifies," when they asked me how did I arrive in that position, as the IRSC president. I explained the spiritual process that was done, and there I said that.
After this experience, I felt good, pero syempre kabado pa rin on the results. Now I am praying hard again, asking God to bless me with this wonderful opportunity.
okay. I admit. I was really nervous this week because of ASLA. hahaha. I was excited, but I was also nervous. during this week, of course busy, dahil ng concert, so medyo na-segue ang kaba. haha pero when Friday came, I was really feeling fast heartbeats. I asked Master Mesh Maini (MMM) early in the morning, before going to class (buti na lang napadaan siya, at least that day before the interview nakausap ko si Master) about what I should do. He was also my prof in Bio and I asked him for recommendation in ASLA, so when I found out na nakapasa ako, I thanked him and asked for his help na rin, for the next phase which is the interview. Natawa ako when he said na, parang ikaw si Hercules at ako sa si Phil., tapos training of champs. haha! champs talaga? :)) so yun, I ask him for advices and words of wisdom to motivate me. dahil sobrang kabado na talaga ako nung Friday and syempre nung Saturday, that I couldn't concentrate enough about the work that I must do, especially for thesis. minadali ko pa yung part ko, so it was not so good, kasi na-late pa ako nakauwi dahil galing din ako sa church.
by the way in our thesis, nasa storming phase na kami. there were some problems within the group, and good thing we decided to talk about it, para wala nang plastikan at pagpigil sa inis or galit or pagpaparinig sa isa't isa. we directly mentioned each other's concerns and faults, and thankfully we were able to resolve them. yes, we survived the storming phase. now we'll be more united. :)
anywaaaaay. so after nun, okay, nag lunch kami. my time for the interview is almost near. haha. kinakabahan ako. hindi ko na naubos pagkain ko and I was asking Ina and Clang to help me by asking me questions that were related to leadership and my experiences about it. To condition my mind lang. haha. at dahil dun, nag picture picture lang kami sa iPad ko. after that we were with Rafa, and we went sa dorm ko since nawalan ng kuryente. I slept for less than 30 minutes (to rest my body and mind. haha) tapos sila Ina, Clang and Rafa, they used my gadgets to do whatever they wanted. edi picture picture ulit, pati hanggang sa magising ko. picture ulit. haha!
quarter to 3, Rafa and I were waiting for Pat, since sabay kami ng time slot ni Pat for the interview. I asked Rafa to ask me questions (again, to condition myself, since ilang minutes na lang). I'm glad my friends were there for me when I needed them. They have comforted me with their presence and support with what I am going to face. :))
so yun, we were at school already, Pat and I went to theo department faculty lounge, Chuck was already there. Buti na lang it was brownout, kung hindi, baka nilalamig na ako sa kaba. haha. Our picture was taken with our name and favorite superhero on a whiteboard. then a piece of paper was given, asking us, how our worst enemy will describe us. we can write our thoughts about it, pero I already couldn't since kinakabahan ako hahha, i just processed the answer on my mind.
Time came, it was my turn to be interviewed. I was interviewed by Bro. Ed, Maita and a lady from ASLA batch 4, (sorry I forgot her name, kahit na siya yung pinakamadalas kong tinitingnan when I talk). They introduced themselves first to me. The scribe in our meeting was a health science sophomore (medj nahiya naman ako, ASLA na sya, sophomore pa lang. haha.) anyway, so I also introduced myself and the orgs that I am in. The discussion was basically about my experience as an Institute of Religion Student Council President, the high and low moments/experience that I have had with myself and my colleagues. Since hindi pa naman matagal itong IRSC sa stake namin, I told them almost everything that had happened about us, our meetings, the way we organize and prepare activities for the stake, tapos nung nakipag combine pa sa isang stake. buti na lang I was able to express myself with this experience. There was just one problem (uh-oh), haha, they asked me why shouldn't they choose me to be part of ASLA. haha, honestly, medyo nagulat ako ha. I mean, I was selling myself the whole time for me to be qualified in ASLA, and then yun ang itatanong nila haha. Pero they were kind naman, they let me think for a time. and ang nasabi ko na lang is, I am selfish, impatient and something (I forgot). Yes I have those attitudes and these characteristics hinder me from being a better leader, na imbis na all will be well, there will be some little problems along the way lalo na kapag umiiral yung side kong ito. BUT, I immediately asked them if I can defend myself, haha, they let me naman. and I said, because of the opportunities that were given to me as a leader, step by step I am able to overcome these wrong side of me. Then they asked me how I define leadership. I told them as a leader, I do not believe that it is just giving or delegating task, but also standing as an example to them. I want my officers/subordinates/colleagues to see me as an equal person. it's not about the position, it's how you work as a team.
I'm glad the interview ended well. I had a great feeling since I was able to share some insights about my religion. I even mentioned that "who the Lord calls, He qualifies," when they asked me how did I arrive in that position, as the IRSC president. I explained the spiritual process that was done, and there I said that.
After this experience, I felt good, pero syempre kabado pa rin on the results. Now I am praying hard again, asking God to bless me with this wonderful opportunity.
Institute
Yes! finally, again, I was able to attend the Institute, after the busy month - rehearsals and everything else. I missed the church, and of course, I felt inspired again of the Spirit.
The lesson was about 2 Nephi 31-33 and Jacob 1-4 in the Book of Mormon. The lessons were patama sa akin. It's like I was really meant to hear that lesson and learn from it, and apply it in my life, especially for the ASLA interview... I felt guided and blessed that night to know more of those books and chapters that I have mentioned. We talked about love - love of money, love of worldly things - and pride, and how these apply, destroy and keep us away from the Lord. And what we should do to avoid these things: "Seek ye first the Kingdom of God...". Almost every verse that we discuss can be related to our daily activities even such simple act as saying morning and evening prayers. Now, I realized again that saying morning prayer would help us throughout the day and saying evening prayers would help us prepare for tomorrow. This is an action for guidance. We will be blessed if we do this.
There were also some lessons that were related in leadership. When the prophet Nephi died, it was recorded that he was really loved by the people, and why is it so? Because of his leadership. He was the type of person who will do anything for the sake of others, without thinking of himself. And at the same time he strictly obeyed the commandments given to him by the Lord. Now as a leader leads by example, people and his successors will be able to follow what he has done and continue doing good deeds. This shows his love for God. As my teacher said, "To love God even more is to love and serve others." So, if we really love the Lord, we can show it by serving others.
There are more lessons, if I could remember some, I'll just add and relate it to other posts. :)
Anyway, after the class, I asked for a priesthood blessing for my exams and for my interview for tomorrow. I soon realized a thought for myself, that once again, I have wanted something the most, that I'd do anything for it. I recognized for myself that this is how I do when I want something so bad, that I'd even ask for a blessing. I desired that the Lord would bless me with this kind of opportunity (to be part of ASLA). that is why :) I loved the blessing the Bro. Yu gave me, especially the last part where he blessed me that God would let my tongue loose for me to express myself and say what I have to during the interview.
Well, I also noticed that in his blessings, there are conditions: that if I keep His commandments, and read the scriptures and daily prayers, I will be able to achieve all those blessings that he has sealed upon my head. You just cannot get the blessings that you want, you have to work for it. effort effort din pag may time. :D
Next, I attended the activity of the Institute: The Q show. It is a talent-showcase night, and I was able to witness the God-given gifts that my fellow classmates have and have shared with us and the Lord. Altogether we enjoyed and felt motivated to join next time. :))
That day (last friday), I was able to talk with my best friend, Trina. We shared some secrets. haha. I missed her so much. It was a good day and night to be with the Lord and feel the inspiration.
The lesson was about 2 Nephi 31-33 and Jacob 1-4 in the Book of Mormon. The lessons were patama sa akin. It's like I was really meant to hear that lesson and learn from it, and apply it in my life, especially for the ASLA interview... I felt guided and blessed that night to know more of those books and chapters that I have mentioned. We talked about love - love of money, love of worldly things - and pride, and how these apply, destroy and keep us away from the Lord. And what we should do to avoid these things: "Seek ye first the Kingdom of God...". Almost every verse that we discuss can be related to our daily activities even such simple act as saying morning and evening prayers. Now, I realized again that saying morning prayer would help us throughout the day and saying evening prayers would help us prepare for tomorrow. This is an action for guidance. We will be blessed if we do this.
There were also some lessons that were related in leadership. When the prophet Nephi died, it was recorded that he was really loved by the people, and why is it so? Because of his leadership. He was the type of person who will do anything for the sake of others, without thinking of himself. And at the same time he strictly obeyed the commandments given to him by the Lord. Now as a leader leads by example, people and his successors will be able to follow what he has done and continue doing good deeds. This shows his love for God. As my teacher said, "To love God even more is to love and serve others." So, if we really love the Lord, we can show it by serving others.
There are more lessons, if I could remember some, I'll just add and relate it to other posts. :)
Anyway, after the class, I asked for a priesthood blessing for my exams and for my interview for tomorrow. I soon realized a thought for myself, that once again, I have wanted something the most, that I'd do anything for it. I recognized for myself that this is how I do when I want something so bad, that I'd even ask for a blessing. I desired that the Lord would bless me with this kind of opportunity (to be part of ASLA). that is why :) I loved the blessing the Bro. Yu gave me, especially the last part where he blessed me that God would let my tongue loose for me to express myself and say what I have to during the interview.
Well, I also noticed that in his blessings, there are conditions: that if I keep His commandments, and read the scriptures and daily prayers, I will be able to achieve all those blessings that he has sealed upon my head. You just cannot get the blessings that you want, you have to work for it. effort effort din pag may time. :D
Next, I attended the activity of the Institute: The Q show. It is a talent-showcase night, and I was able to witness the God-given gifts that my fellow classmates have and have shared with us and the Lord. Altogether we enjoyed and felt motivated to join next time. :))
That day (last friday), I was able to talk with my best friend, Trina. We shared some secrets. haha. I missed her so much. It was a good day and night to be with the Lord and feel the inspiration.
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