When I was in my high school days, I was a pessimist. I believed that no one loved me, that I was an outcast, and that I was completely alone. I almost tried to kill myself once. But all of it changed when my classmates and friends introduced me to God when I was in my fourth-year of high school. I was totally enlightened. My friends and I scheduled a bible study during Saturdays, after our CAT formation in school. The first Christian song that was introduced to me was "Heart of Worship," until now it's still one of my favorites. I started reading the bible that time too, from Genesis. I was also a lector in our little chapel here in our subdivision.
Things changed when I reached college. We no longer had a bible study because one of my friends died due to a heart disorder, and we were all busy, our schedules didn't match. So, for three years, I felt empty again, but it's different from before. I resumed to read the bible and to pray every night, but it was inconsistent. Then, I missed going to church every Sunday, and wasn't able to serve God. I was lost again. But I knew that God was still with me. I knew He's still there to help me get back up.
When I knew that I could finally graduate after the four intense years of college with a medal, my heart went back to God. I thanked Him a lot, so many times. Then, I started to read the bible again. I also became a part in the Torch Bearer group of Salvation Army. Being in that group helped me so much to come back to God again. It made my faith stronger. I could feel His presence inside of me, telling me what to do and don't do. I also resumed to go to church every Sunday and to serve God in our chapel as a lector.
Last 2012, I received a lot of blessings from Him. I graduated with a medal, speaking in front on behalf of the entire class. I passed the Nursing Licensure Exam. Then, my father sold several houses as a real estate agent. A lot of good things happened that year, and it was all thanks to Him.
It is a life-changing experience when I started believing in Him. Until now, I am still thankful for what I have and don't have. I believe that He has plans for me and not to worry in the future. God is tremendously good!
