I heard Him again...

I've read this passsage for the nth time. I've heard it preached for so many Sundays and in so many bible studies and even taught in our small group.

And then last Sunday, I heard it again. The "Lord is my Shepherd" hit my core for the nth time . . .

Was it because we have typhoon signal # 3?
Was it because there was no electricity during the worship service?
Was it because the church's senior pastor delivered the message?
Was it because the only light in that church came from 5 small candles?
Was it because the downpour of rain and intensity of wind took hold of my surrounding?
Was it because I have so much concerns inside my head?
Was it because after about three weeks, I was back in church again?
Was it because I needed to hear my Shepherd in His louder voice?
Was it because I needed rest from the tiredness of life?
Was it because . . .

"Don't force your will to be God's will."
"Do not trade biblical principles for God's blessings."
"Sometimes, the good Shepherd breaks the leg of His sheep. He will carry him until the leg heals. And the sheep will be closer to the Shepherd."

These were the words that took my being again.
It happened and now I trully understand.

The Lord is my Shepherd . . . surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life.

One-week Work

It has been one long, tiring week for me. Arrived in Bangkok on Sunday and went straight to Saraburi. Oh yes, my colleagues brought me to see the relics of a temple in Ayutthaya.

Monday was a full-day training. I couldn't believe we will end at past 6pm! But I enjoyed their questions and clarifications. I think I understand how the teachers feel when they have confirmations of their students' learnings. After three years, some things are now clear to them. Dinner: authentic Thai cuisine

Tuesday, a whole-day audit. Hmmm, it was nice seeing the improvements after two years. Dinner: Go Japanese! (syempre pa, nakadami ako ng salmon!!!)

Wednesday, continuation of audit and hands-on training. I felt good this day, though sakit sa ulo ang marami at paulit-ulit na tanong. Hehe. Dinner: Western dishes

Thursday, went to Nakhorn Pathom (this place is spelled with so many versions and I believe any is acceptable). Tried upgrading the software but to no avail. More trainings and explanations (and translations!!!). Dinner: Authentic Thai with tamarind juice at the side! (can't believe they have that here)

Friday, audit again and more chats with the staff. More questions, more talks, more learnings. Oh, that room is making my head ache so hard! It was so funny for the lunch, lost our way to the resto, was late for the meal, and after all the U-turns and left turns and right turns (with rotonda ha!), we finally saw the resto. And guess what we're looking for such long time? Lechon Kawali!!! Sana sa Pinas ko na lang sila dinala, Gerry's grill is the best! Dinner: Italian. (bumawi! hehe)

Saturday - today and it's more than 30minutes that I'm here at the hotel lobby waiting for them. I missed 3 calls and there were no number! Grrrr, it maybe them. I think I will be able to post this blog before they arrive. It's the culmination day of the one week stay.Whew, it's really been a long week. It feels good anyway to share and learn from from others. Dinner: i dont know yet. hehe

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

.... And I will be finally home sweet home. Thank God!