CALLED

There are two great privileges that God has given to man. The first is salvation, which is the privilege to enter into an intimate and eternal relationship with God, to be unified with Him in love. The second greatest privilege is to serve God with good works, which He performs through us as we allow Him to do so. Both of these privileges are a result of God's grace.

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith--and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God-- not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. (Ephesians 2:8-10)

For the past months, I got very busy with my work. I felt quite guilty because I sometimes overlook my spirtual activities. But I believe God understands for as long as we never fail to seek Him first in whatever we do!

Last January is very overwhelming. Though, I admit I was too workaholic, my service to Him as a lector is still one of my top priorities! I was elected as model churchworker in our community. I was surprised then because I never expect that I will be chosen since there are a number of church volunteers and workers also in our chapel who are dedicated and devoted in serving God. I felt too little compared to them. That's why I was too overwhelmed for being picked as the model churchworker.... I know I am quite unworthy but God has a purpose for everything.

Also, I was given the priviledge to be elected as the new secretary of the ministry of lectors and commentators in our parish! It is such a great priviledge for me knowing that I am the youngest in the ministry! I considered it as a priveledge at the same time, a BIG task... a BIG challenge on my part! But I believe God is with me all the way in this endeavor.

All these wonderful happenings in my life remind me of my true purpose... that I am called to serve God! We are all called to serve HIm in our own little ways and means. It is just a matter of responding to His call! No matter how we see ourselves too small, still we can contribute something in the society that we live in. No one is too small in His eyes! Let our service be offered for His greater glory! and may we see and experience God's love and presence in whatever we do!

Have a wonderful life to all!