As 2012 comes to and end here I am to write an account of some of the big & small things that happened this year. Throughout the year God has shown His faithfulness and mercy to me and to my family. It has been a tough year, some things happened that were really unexpected, but still the Lord is good. Okay let’s start it off!
1.       Volunteered for Logos Hope.

For almost a month I have given my time in serving on board the largest floating book fair in the whole world, Logos Hope. It has been an amazing time in many ways. I got to meet new friends from all over the world, I got to experience organizing books, putting price on them, carrying them and all the other sorts, I also was able to know more of God and be awakened to missions.
It was definitely an experience of a lifetime, and I saw how God moved & moves in the lives of the people who visit the ship and in the lives of the crew members who have decided to follow Christ and proclaim His message to the ends of the earth!
Of course I remember all the strangers who turned to friends, and all their stories of how God placed them where they are right now. By merely remembering them, I feel refreshed and joyful. It wasn't all fun volunteering at the ship, but it was all worth it and it was amazing.

2.       Volunteered for the event Skate to the Promised land.

Hmm, what can I say? It was an okay experience. It didn’t turn out as I expected, but it was a learning time working with different kinds of people. Some nice, some not really.  But the only thing I hope for until this day is that some kid out there was really transformed by that event. God used Skate to the Promised Land to open my eyes to a whole new kind of field, a field of young or even old people who are desperately in need of God in their lives. And also through that event God worked through me and taught me that after all healthy people don’t need a doctor and sick people do, and that’s why if Jesus were here on earth today he’d probably be hanging out with the people who do drugs or waste their life away. And as Christ ambassadors we are the ones who need to reach out to this people, and to this young generation. These kids (skaters)are all talented and posses lots of potential, but they need the guidance of God so that they can put all this into good use. Maybe i'm the kid who was transformed after all.
3.       Learned how to ride a longboard.

And so because of the said event above, my church mate got a hold of a long board and invited us to try and ride it. It was so awesome I got addicted to it, and even prayed that I’d have my own board. Riding the long board is fun especially because of the rush you feel, and the twist of danger that’s by your side. Even up to now I see myself buying a board some time soon when I get the money. Skating would be a field I’d like to know more and grow more into.
4.       Became part of the Youth Junior Leaders at Church.

Well yeah, i am a Junior leader, and a youth group facilitator at church. With this comes a great responsibility & commitment, and so I’ve done my best to be as responsible, dedicated, and committed as I can be.  To be honest, it wasn’t something I prayed about, I was just suddenly out there in the seminars, in the meetings and leading a group of young people. I am still trying to adjust to this responsibility as I sometimes tend to forget that I am now committed to serving these young people and helping them grow more into the knowledge and love of Christ Jesus. I hope and pray that I’ll become more of a servant leader this 2013!
5.       Learned to be myself, and stop being insecure.

            I may be fat, and my hair maybe so curly & huge but I’ve never been so confident in my whole         lifetime. I have dropped off any insecurity I’ve had, and learned toa not always mind wahat people or society thinks & perceives of me. I cut my hair, and dressed the way I wanted. 2012 has been a year of breakthrough for me as an individual and as a lady. I turned 18 this year and it had been so special celebrating with friends, family and of course with God by my side. I embraced the truth that God created me the way He wants me to be.

6.       Became physically active.

Although I am now heavier than the year before, I assure you that I was more physically active this year. I had ventured into two sports, which are running & cycling. I participated in a marathon dedicated to the fight against cancer, and started cycling with my dad & my friend Katrina. This coming year I had one sport to nail down, swimming.

7.       Volunteered for Project life.

Even before serving at Logos Hope, I felt a tug in my heart for the poor, for the abused and for every one who has been living in darkness. I believe that as Christians we are not only called to go to church, avoid temptations and be as good as possible, but our highest calling is to live like and to live for Christ. And living like Christ involves reaching to the lost and giving them hope & love that comes to the father. So ever since the time that God made it clear to me that this indeed is the call He has placed in my life, I prayed that He would open up a door and lead me to a place, and to the people where He wants me to minister and serve. After much prayer and seeking God indeed open a door for me to get involved in an organization called Project life. I am now a volunteer in their kid’s ministry every Saturday, and I am hoping to be more involved as I grow more and more in God and in my purpose. Every Saturday, has been a learning experience and I can see myself loving people through the wonderful love and grace of God.
I look forward to serving more with Project life and with the amazing volunteers and people that made it a wonderful team!

8.       Experienced the death of a loved one.

I had no idea that 2012 would be the last year that my Auntie Lele would be with us. It was difficult seeing her go through pain due to cancer, but it was definitely uplifting and encouraging to see and hear how she glorified God even in her death bed. She wrote us letters to say goodbye, and reminded us that we should continue to value our family and serve at the church. It was so difficult for me, but by God’s grace I truly find joy in the knowledge that she has served God and met her purpose in life, she did not fear death for it has no sting. She saw death as a way to be with her Father and because of that death is not to be feared any more. I thank the Lord for using my auntie’s life to encourage a lot of people, including me.

-So these 8 things listed above were the highlights of the year. And as I look back , I cannot remember a time where I felt abandoned by God. Even in the hardest times, He was good, and is good.  He sustained me and my family through trials, storms and floods (literally). And I thank Him for being so gracious and merciful to me, I am not perfect and still fail and commit sins. But God has disciplined me in times when I needed it the most, and He was patient with me in times when I was so stubborn. He even used me and called me to work for Him although I am not qualified, He qualified me and called me worthy! Truly God deserves all the praises and glory! No one can come close to the King of Kings!  Thank You Father for who You are, and what You do in our lives. I am truly blessed by You! Looking forward to the coming 2013!

Let all the earth praise and glorify His Holy name!