Let's fix our eyes on Jesus

[Rem]

Matthew 6:33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness and all these things will be given to you as well.

Background.  Stubborn brat. Rebel child. Delinquent daughter. What would be the best description for me? It’s all of the above. It is me. It is my personality and I love it. It makes me feel stronger and tougher from the eyes around me, so that no one can judge and look down on me again and again. Because, though it’s hard for me to admit, a weak child is keep on hiding inside, longing for love, attention and care from anybody, especially from her family. I was a child who got used to be left alone, to be compared and feel worthless at all. I became a wanderer, asking why I exist where I belong. I became   a slave of my emotions and desires. Lost and couldn’t find the way out.

 

Major Spiritual Influence. Shepherd John Talavera

In my second year of college life, I was looking for something new with myself.Until I met this man who sacrificed his medicine practice and chose to be a professor for God’s mission. Pursue his calling and fulfill his duty as a shepherd. He always testifies to our class how amazing God works in his life, in ups and downs, and I always encouraged by him. One day, he invited us, me and my classmates, to have a one-one bible study. I couldn’t explain my feeling whenever I listened to God’s word. I feel the joy and contentment. Since then, I became regular to Ignite Bible Study, a mission work at Antipolo under UBF- Philippines. Through bible study, God always reveal himself to me. His love, patience, mercy and plans for me. He even showed to me where I belong and why I exist in this world, it’s all for His glory.  

 

Dreams/Goals in Following Christ.I want to submit my life for Him. I want to be his servant. I want to obey Him. I want to share Jesus Christ for my fellow youth. I want to grow for His glory and be a shepherdess. And I pray that, may God pure our hearts for His mission at OLFU-Valenzuela Campus. May He touch the hearts of the students so that they could meet Jesus Christ and build a God-centered life

[Ben Toh]

Thanks, Rem.

Please don't ever stop being a "stubborn brat," or a "rebel child."
Now I believe God has given you the grace of Jesus and the power of
God to stubbornly resist and rebel against the seduction and deception
of the world (1 John 2:15-17). Through your firm stand for the gospel
of God's grace (Acts 20:24), may many come to Jesus through your
friendship, prayers, and fellowship in the Word.

Ben

On Jun 16, 9:53 am, Rem <remtec...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> *Matthew 6:33* But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness and all

> these things will be given to you as well.
>
> Background.  Stubborn brat. Rebel child. Delinquent daughter. What would be
> the best description for me? It’s all of the above. It is me. It is my
> personality and I love it. It makes me feel stronger and tougher from the
> eyes around me, so that no one can judge and look down on me again and
> again. Because, though it’s hard for me to admit, a weak child is keep on
> hiding inside, longing for love, attention and care from anybody,
> especially from her family. I was a child who got used to be left alone, to
> be compared and feel worthless at all. I became a wanderer, asking why I
> exist where I belong. I became   a slave of my emotions and desires. Lost
> and couldn’t find the way out.
>

> Major Spiritual Influence. *Shepherd John Talavera*

[Derek Andrew Jaegers]

Rem!

Can brats really play chess??  hahaha....

Amen to what Brother Ben has said - I believe that to be extremely sound advice!!

The only thing that I can add is that I am realizing through my own sensitivity to things, I am realizing that this was a quality of mine that God has REDEEMED in me - meaning, purchasing it and claiming it as his own!!  So now, I am SO SENSITIVE when it comes to the word and work of God; thank God for this!!  So, please....BE STUBBORN and REBEL against your SINFUL NATURE when it yields it's ugly head and tempts you to fall into sin.  

I am so thankful that God allowed me to have fellowship in Anti so I could meet you and all the other believers there. 

As I testified in my 'report' that I gave to my church (about my 3 months in the Philippines) - I felt the presence of God very personally when I was leading bible studies, especially at Anti.   God is TRULY working on your campus!!  Thank God for you, and your decision to help your lost brothers and sisters on campus and lead them to Jesus.  May God ignite the hearts of MANY MORE students through your life of faith!!  AMEN!!

Also, on a personal note - I always will remember your reaction when I shared the news that I would be staying in the Philippines 2 more months and would be able to attend the Faith 101 conference.  I was really touched by your enthusiasm and genuine joy!!!   That will always remain with me.  Thank you, dear sister!!

Your friends, 

Andrew & Arlene

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[Rem]

HAHAHAHAHAHA. I missssssssss yoooooooouuuuuuuuu Kuya Andrew! :))

Well, news flash! Even brats are talented and gifted nowadays to display God's glory. Thank you, I really appreciate your advice and concern. Well, let's pray for it so that GOD may work to me to be stubborn and rebel with sin so that I may grow and closer to Him. Struggles and tough times are really such a pain in my neck this past few days, but then, God is really amazing in reminding me to always see the sufferings of Jesus Christ for us and I end up realizing how much pain He endure for us to save us. That what I’ve been experiencing is only a filthy rag compared to the sufferings He’s been through.

So I was really encourage by Paul to his guts to never give up but rather keep hold on to God because my hope is not in this world but only to God. So, let’s endure hardship like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. We live to display His glory! J

Thanks Kuya Andrew! Hope to see you soon! GOD Bless!--- Re7m :))

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[Rem]

Dear Doc Ben :)

I miss you! I pray that GOD may always use you as a blessing to others to display His glory. Thank very much for your wonderful advice. I never thought that stubbornness and being rebel can be use in a very good way. Well, I'll pray for it Doc. And please also pray for me so that I may struggle and overcome it by faith and at the same time, it would lead me closer to GOD and seek Him more. "It takes thousand guts to stand firm for your faith, but by God's grace, He will be the One who will stand for you." I praise GOD every day for this Doc! And thank you very much for keep on encouraging us to live for God's glory. "Seeing and savoring Jesus Christ" really helps me a lot for my struggles. Thanks Doc! I'm glad to know that GOD really moves in a very mysterious way :)

Your Friendly Neighborhood,

Re7m :)

[Derek Andrew Jaegers]

Kapatid Rem-

"So, let’s endure hardship like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. We live to display His glory"   AMEN!!  

I have never read those words before, just like you wrote them - "We live to display His glory".  Again, AMEN!!

While the world may look at the cross and see defeat, weakness, shame and abandonment - we see what it truly is:  The RADIANCE of God's GLORY!!

Praise and thank God for Jesus, our elder Brother, Redeemer and Friend, who laid down his life for you, for me, and for all who believe.

May God continue to bless this ZEAL that is in your heart, like the apostle Paul. 

Maybe we should call you Pauline for your spiritual name?  hahaha...

May God bless us and keep us close to His side always.

Your friends, 

Andrew & Arlene

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[Ben Toh]

Hi Rem, I was trying to attach a word document on CPM (church planting
movement) for you to review, but I couldn't attach.

On Jun 29, 11:59 am, Rem <remtec...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> Dear Doc Ben :)
>
> I miss you! I pray that GOD may always use you as a blessing to others to
> display His glory. Thank very much for your wonderful advice. I never
> thought that stubbornness and being rebel can be use in a very good way.
> Well, I'll pray for it Doc. And please also pray for me so that I may
> struggle and overcome it by faith and at the same time, it would lead me
> closer to GOD and seek Him more. "It takes thousand guts to stand firm for
> your faith, but by God's grace, He will be the One who will stand for you."
> I praise GOD every day for this Doc! And thank you very much for keep on
> encouraging us to live for God's glory. "Seeing and savoring Jesus Christ"
> really helps me a lot for my struggles. Thanks Doc! I'm glad to know that
> GOD really moves in a very mysterious way :)
>
> Your Friendly Neighborhood,
> Re7m :)
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> On Saturday, June 16, 2012 7:53:37 AM UTC-7, Rem wrote:
>

> > *Matthew 6:33* But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness and all

> > these things will be given to you as well.
>
> > Background.  Stubborn brat. Rebel child. Delinquent daughter. What would
> > be the best description for me? It’s all of the above. It is me. It is my
> > personality and I love it. It makes me feel stronger and tougher from the
> > eyes around me, so that no one can judge and look down on me again and
> > again. Because, though it’s hard for me to admit, a weak child is keep on
> > hiding inside, longing for love, attention and care from anybody,
> > especially from her family. I was a child who got used to be left alone, to
> > be compared and feel worthless at all. I became a wanderer, asking why I
> > exist where I belong. I became   a slave of my emotions and desires. Lost
> > and couldn’t find the way out.
>

> > Major Spiritual Influence. *Shepherd John Talavera*

>
> > In my second year of college life, I was looking for something new with
> > myself.Until I met this man who sacrificed his medicine practice and chose
> > to be a professor for God’s mission. Pursue his calling and fulfill his
> > duty as a shepherd. He always testifies to our class how amazing God works
> > in his life, in ups and downs, and I always encouraged by him. One day, he
> > invited us, me and my classmates, to have a one-one bible study. I couldn’t
> > explain my feeling whenever I listened to God’s word. I feel the joy and
> > contentment. Since then, I became regular to Ignite Bible Study, a mission
> > work at Antipolo under UBF- Philippines. Through bible study, God always
> > reveal himself to me. His love, patience, mercy and plans for me. He even
> > showed to me where I belong and why I exist in this world, it’s all for His
> > glory.
>
> > Dreams/Goals in Following Christ.I want to submit my life for Him. I want
> > to be his servant. I want to obey Him. I want to share Jesus Christ for my
> > fellow youth. I want to grow for His glory and be a shepherdess. And I pray
> > that, may God pure our hearts for His mission at OLFU-Valenzuela Campus.
> > May He touch the hearts of the students so that they could meet Jesus
> > Christ and build a God-centered life
>
> On Saturday, June 16, 2012 7:53:37 AM UTC-7, Rem wrote:
>

> > *Matthew 6:33* But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness and all

> > these things will be given to you as well.
>
> > Background.  Stubborn brat. Rebel child. Delinquent daughter. What would
> > be the best description for me? It’s all of the above. It is me. It is my
> > personality and I love it. It makes me feel stronger and tougher from the
> > eyes around me, so that no one can judge and look down on me again and
> > again. Because, though it’s hard for me to admit, a weak child is keep on
> > hiding inside, longing for love, attention and care from anybody,
> > especially from her family. I was a child who got used to be left alone, to
> > be compared and feel worthless at all. I became a wanderer, asking why I
> > exist where I belong. I became   a slave of my emotions and desires. Lost
> > and couldn’t find the way out.
>

> > Major Spiritual Influence. *Shepherd John Talavera*

>
> > In my second year of college life, I was looking for something new with
> > myself.Until I met this man who sacrificed his medicine practice and chose
> > to be a professor for God’s mission. Pursue his calling and fulfill his
> > duty as a shepherd. He always testifies to our class how amazing God works
> > in his life, in ups and downs, and I always encouraged by him. One day, he
> > invited us, me and my classmates, to have a one-one bible study. I couldn’t
> > explain my feeling whenever I listened to God’s word. I feel the joy and
> > contentment. Since then, I became regular to Ignite Bible Study, a mission
> > work at Antipolo under UBF- Philippines. Through bible study, God always
> > reveal himself to me. His love, patience, mercy and plans for me. He even
> > showed to me where I belong and why I exist in this world, it’s all for His
> > glory.
>
> > Dreams/Goals in Following Christ.I want to submit my life for Him. I want
> > to be his servant. I want to obey Him. I want to share Jesus Christ for my
> > fellow youth. I want to grow for His glory and be a shepherdess. And I pray
> > that, may God pure our hearts for His mission at OLFU-Valenzuela Campus.
> > May He touch the hearts of the students so that they could meet Jesus
> > Christ and build a God-centered life
>
> On Saturday, June 16, 2012 7:53:37 AM UTC-7, Rem wrote:
>

> > *Matthew 6:33* But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness and all

> > these things will be given to you as well.
>
> > Background.  Stubborn brat. Rebel child. Delinquent daughter. What would
> > be the best description for me? It’s all of the above. It is me. It is my
> > personality and I love it. It makes me feel stronger and tougher from the
> > eyes around me, so that no one can judge and look down on me again and
> > again. Because, though it’s hard for me to admit, a weak child is keep on
> > hiding inside, longing for love, attention and care from anybody,
> > especially from her family. I was a child who got used to be left alone, to
> > be compared and feel worthless at all. I became a wanderer, asking why I
> > exist where I belong. I became   a slave of my emotions and desires. Lost
> > and couldn’t find the way out.
>

> > Major Spiritual Influence. *Shepherd John Talavera*

>
> > In my second year of college life, I was looking for something new with
> > myself.Until I met this man who sacrificed his medicine practice and chose
> > to be a professor for God’s mission. Pursue his calling and fulfill his
> > duty as a shepherd. He always testifies to our class how amazing God works
> > in his life, in ups and downs, and I always encouraged by him. One day, he
> > invited us, me and my classmates, to have a one-one bible study. I couldn’t
> > explain my feeling whenever I listened to God’s word. I feel the joy and
> > contentment. Since then, I became regular to Ignite Bible Study, a mission
> > work at Antipolo under UBF- Philippines. Through bible study, God always
> > reveal himself to me. His love, patience, mercy and plans for me. He even
> > showed to me where I belong and why I exist in this world, it’s all for His
> > glory.
>
> > Dreams/Goals in Following Christ.I want to submit my life for Him. I want
> > to be his servant. I want to obey Him. I want to share Jesus Christ for my
> > fellow youth. I want to grow for His glory and be a shepherdess. And I pray
> > that, may God pure our hearts for His mission at OLFU-Valenzuela Campus.
> > May He touch the hearts of the students so that they could meet Jesus
> > Christ and build a God-centered life
>
> On Saturday, June 16, 2012 7:53:37 AM UTC-7, Rem wrote:
>

> > *Matthew 6:33* But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness and all

> > these things will be given to you as well.
>
> > Background.  Stubborn brat. Rebel child. Delinquent daughter. What would
> > be the best description for me? It’s all of the above. It is me. It is my
> > personality and I love it. It makes me feel stronger and tougher from the
> > eyes around me, so that no one can judge and look down on me again and
> > again. Because, though it’s hard for me to admit, a weak child is keep on
> > hiding inside, longing for love, attention and care from anybody,
> > especially from her family. I was a child who got used to be left alone, to
> > be compared and feel worthless at all. I became a wanderer, asking why I
> > exist where I belong. I became   a slave of my emotions and desires. Lost
> > and couldn’t find the way out.
>

> > Major Spiritual Influence. *Shepherd John Talavera*

>
> > In my second year of college life, I was looking for something new with
> > myself.Until I met this man who sacrificed his medicine practice and chose
> > to be a professor for God’s mission. Pursue his calling and fulfill his
> > duty as a shepherd. He always testifies to our class how amazing God works
> > in his life, in ups and downs, and I always encouraged by him. One day, he
> > invited us, me and my classmates, to have a one-one bible study. I couldn’t
> > explain my feeling whenever I listened to God’s word. I feel the joy and
> > contentment. Since then, I became regular to Ignite Bible Study, a mission
> > work at Antipolo under UBF- Philippines. Through bible study, God always
> > reveal himself to me. His love, patience, mercy and plans for me. He even
> > showed to me where I belong and why I exist in this world, it’s all for His
> > glory.
>
> > Dreams/Goals in Following Christ.I want to submit my life for Him. I want
> > to be his servant. I want to obey Him. I want to share Jesus Christ for my
> > fellow youth. I want to grow for His glory and be a shepherdess. And I pray
> > that, may God pure our hearts for His mission at OLFU-Valenzuela Campus.
> > May He touch the hearts
>

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