Dear Daddy,
In my daily personal reflections I realized that life is certainly full of surprises. Just the other day I was surprised of what you handed down to me as my “new task”.
I suddenly became a member of the council on our community, Light of Jesus Cebu. I will be heading the pastoral side for the council. Based on my experience in Youth-For-Christ (YFC), this has not been really my focused ministry, yet when I do a personal reflection on it, I had much time doing it.
Again, you have proven that all the experiences I went through you will use for the greater glory of your kingdom. Who would have thought Father that you would give me this “new task”.
I am honestly proud to be part of the council. Especially with my age, I believe it is something to be proud of. But to be honest Dad, I also have some concerns.
First, I really don’t feel worthy at times when I fail to sin. Yes, I know you are the most forgiving Father, and you have forgiven me even before I ask yet I become guilty at times.
Secondly, to be in the council takes responsibility and therefore, a lot of time on meetings. Based on experience, meetings with community have really been fun, and the same time, time consuming. Of course Father, you know that I would love to give you time but sometimes we are just there to gossip and talk about people. Instead of just focusing on forgiving each other, many members in the community choose to bury hurt deep within them.
Thirdly, you know how I feel about the old people in the community. I try to understand each of their side, yet again I am only human. Hence, limited to human love and easy to judge.
There are actually many things bothering me about the community. I want to know what’s right or wrong. I want to find out the truth. And many other thoughts that are bothering my mind.
But one thing is for sure Lord, I will serve you wherever you call me. I maybe sinful and stubborn at times, but I believe I am an ambassador of your love. And your grace will be sufficient to guide me and strengthen me.
Bless me Father as I make more disciples for you. Teach me to be a leader, and allow me to lead more and more people to serve you. Lastly, teach me to love like you.
All of this I ask in Jesus name.
Amen
RJB
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