It's Nice to be Back Here: A New Reflection

Almost two years, I left this account and started a new journey of expressing myself to other medium. I am not a writer so I think I cannot sustain the elements needed to pursue it. However, I find it a blunt idea. For quite sometimes I have been craving for something to share, to write, to read and create a world which nobody knows me yet understands me with what I type in my keyboard.

I am fond of reflections. That’s why I usually enjoy thinking and learning on things which run through my head and veins.

I am considering myself taking in another step of my journey in serving the people of God. I look forward for greater challenges to face and conquer. I value all people around for making my journey even though tough yet rewarding to an end. For more two years in service in development projects here in Mindanao, Philippines for the people who in need, for the community of disciples asking for assistance, for the family relations being strengthened and many individuals from various status in life, the passion of service and integrity in caring people has established mark of compassion, love, care and justice.

In the same way, one bible passage I have just read today celebrates John the Baptist, the Forerunner of Christ. Many Christians know how John the Baptist died. Perhaps we're not as well informed about how he lived. John died because he lived by religious principles, and because he fearlessly preached God's law openly, even though his preaching most surely would offend powerful people. John dragged no strokes and did not suppress criticism simply because the people he was criticizing were rich and powerful. He was being fair. This is actually a challenge and a call to all of us.

We are anointed as prophets in the commission of our baptism. We are called to live and give witness to Christian values. Living by and defending these values might me costly to some. For businessman it may loss of additional income for he will reject deals which will involve corruption. Some parents could reject career promotions if it will compromise and deny the time that they should give formation to their children. We may not be called to die as John the Baptist died. We are called to live as he lived.

My dear, as we wake up this another day, we always thank God for the graces He has given us, for another opportunity of serving our people, for another milestone of giving and witnessing Christian values through our service.