1. Photographs from Boracay, part 2. I was saving these photos for a separate post, just ’cause this is my favorite set. These photos were taken on the morning of our last day in Boracay, before I got horribly sick. Still, I love that I got to preserve the best parts of our Boracay trip in photographs; and how Boracay seemed to never run out of blue skies and white sand.
That morning, unlike any other mornings, my husband and I walked to the beach, found a spot, sat on our sarong (picnic blanket), opened our Bible, reflected on Psalm 92 & 93, and prayed together.
We don’t always get to walk to a nearby beach anytime we want, so even though we’re not exactly morning people, we woke up beyond our usual that day, making sure we didn’t miss the sunrise. It was definitely worth the pain of getting up at 5:30am!
Whether we’re in the beach, or in bed, or in church, or in our dining table, whether in the morning or at night, I love that we can freely clasp our hands together to talk to God 3-way. It’s amazing how I was just praying for moments like this a year ago, and how beautifully God answered that prayer.
2. I love answered prayers, whatever they may be—yes, no, wait. In my life I had an abundance of them—including ones that were answered with a resounding “no” (which ultimately led to one “yes” after another.) Lately I’m beginning to appreciate how everyday is an answered prayer in and of itself. We have roof above our heads, food on our table, warm bed at night. God knows exactly what we need, what to say, what to take away.. every single time! Never fails.
3. And then there are random strangers who leave messages on twitter with 140 characters worth of love and encouragement. It’s a great feeling to be prayed for by a stranger, it inspires me to be a blessing by praying for others too.
What can I pray for you today? (:
hi riz, thank you for your comment in my blog, grateful from one of your fan. i started reading your blog when i dont have a bf yet and a follower of your tumblr. Fortunately, i have a bf already since march and i keep reading it, be inspired and in love to your posts. i always think God will always be the centre of our relationship.
if u dont mind i would love to visit your church. my bf and i will be in pinas from singpore to spend christmas with our own family but I want to listen to church’s message so that our relationship will be blessed more.
let me know. thanks!
che
let me know you
Hello! :) When are you visiting Pinas? Sure, we’d love you to join us in our worship! We’re in Lacson Avenue, just near UST in Manila. It’s a great feeling to know that my blog actually reach and inspire others, even more exciting to get to know them in real life. :) Let me know how to reach you — email, mobile, etc. Really looking forward to meeting you. :)
http://www.sbccfamily.com –> this is our church’s website, if you want to know more about it! God bless! :)
hi riz, we’ll be in pinas on 14 dec and our schedule will be dec 18 morning to visit if our time permits as we will be going home in our province. i would love to see you syempre grabe im your die hard reader. =)
twitter ko pala cheriessss i added u u last time pa
God bless u too
Ohh that’s perfect! :) My husband and I are leading worship on December 18, it would be awesome to have you there. I’m not sure I saw your twitter add before, but I added you just now. :)
Hi Riz! :)
I’ve been following your blog since Tabulas days and your posts always give me this awe. :) I love love this specific post of yours. Can you please pray for me as well? Don’t want to go and divulge all the details as to why but I do need it. It really works wonders when someone prays on others’ behalf.
Take care always and be happy! :)
Sk8 (aka Grace Anne)
Hello Grace! Glad to see you here from Tabulas–ahh, I had some good times back there! I’ll make sure to pray for you today! I may not know exactly what it is you’re going through, but God does, and He listens, and He cares, so hold on to that assurance always! :)
I have lived on Boracay apartments for 15 years and loved the place so much i built cohiba. These are the Biggest and Best value for money apartments on the island period ! Every apartment has stunning sea views and 30m2 to 40m2 balconies with which to enjoy it. We are overlooking the windsurfing / kitesurfing bay where the season goes from November to april. Its either a great sport to participate, or great to just sit on your huge terrace and watch.
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