Consistency

A lot of us want someone who is true, loyal and faithful. Someone who would assure us that they're gonna be there even if sometimes, you don't want them around; someone who would support us nevertheless at times you just want their guidance. May it be your family, friend, or a special someone.

Last Sunday, "Take Home" series of Every Nation ended with an emphasis on family. The topics were about the roles of a husband, wife and children. Of course, I was struck when the roles of children were preached by Ptr. Jun A. A characteristic of a person determines on how he was brought up by his parents; how he was controlled during his childhood days. I may not be a very good daughter that I was but it's never too late to show how grateful I am to have a family that I have right now; never too late to show obedience, respect and honor to them.

Another instance is dealing with friends. We also know who are true to us and who aren't. A friend, who will still give you a bear hug and have a long, casual, and spontaneous conversation even if you were separated by distance and time.

Now, we go to a person who will go a mile just to be with you; a funny guy who will make you laugh even if you know that he is just "trying hard"; a dude who will skip a lot of opportunity to sleep just to be certain that you are home safely; a gentleman who have bunch of guts to meet your entire folks; and so on. It's not the treat, nor the gifts he gives. It's his time and effort that you truly appreciate.

Last, but definitely not the least, the example of being perfectly unswerving is our heavenly Father in heaven. As it says in Hebrews 13:5, (which is also one of my favorite verses and which I made as my email password before. >.<) "He will never leave us nor forsake us." God has this unconditional love for each and every one of us how ever worse we did in life. That is how great God's grace and mercy is and will always be for us. That is how consistency is.  

Contentment

If there are things that's hard for you to understand, let God do the understanding. Trust Him. He sees everything in a very bigger picture, including your situation right now than what you see in a vague and narrow areas of your life that you seem to have. And for sure, peace and contentment will find you. Just as Paul says in Philippians 4:11, "I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances."

Our  experiences differ from others.It may be challenging as you think, but if others will see it, some will just say, "been there, done that." The point is what you're undergoing right now is just a piece of a 1000pcs. jigsaw puzzle. It is hard to determine 1 piece out of the whole picture, however, if you will see it in a wide array, you'll understand... You'll appreciate... You'll accept...

I have listened to a variety of stories from my friends, family, and acquaintances. The more you get to know them, the more you'll see how deep the foundations they have, whether in faith or principles. You'll understand why some are over-protective with the people around them, why others are so afraid to be alone, or why some doesn't care at all. Because situations passed by, trials came along, blessings embraced, but above all else, in all circumstances, believe it or not, the most important thing is... Encountering God... then you'll understand what contentment is.