Light Bulb Moments

Why do you do what you do? For whom do you offer the things that you do? What is your primary concern when you make decisions? Can you imagine yourself doing something you don’t understand but you do it anyway out of obedience? I, myself, don’t fully understand the concept of obedience. It has been a constant struggle for me. However, the Bible is strewn with stories that teach us how to be obedient. Like Joseph for example. Joseph knew that he will be judged by others when he decided to obey God, when he chose to be with Mary. Yet he followed what God had instructed him to do. Despite the uncertainties and the struggles he and his bride might face, he trusted and obeyed God. A year ago, I was asked why I wanted to be an engineer. My answer at that time may not be wrong but the conversation showed me a new perspective. I was told that while my answer was for the right reasons, still, I should be doing the things that I do for a greater purpose. And that is for God’s glory ...

Growing up, I’ve always been competitive and an achiever child, been into places at a young age because of my writing ability. But it is in becoming an Electronics and Communications Engineer that I value the essence of failing. During my third year, when I first failed, it was hard but the good thing is, it gave room for my personal enhancement and determination. What I’m try to say is, taking the same subject the second time around will make you understand better and more knowledgable in the field you chose and the more you gain, the more you’re determined to strive harder and learn more. Truth is, the opportunities that come to me were always catchy but not really to the best of my interest. And honestly speaking, mostly, it has something to do with my personal agenda and how great it would be to be part of something big. It’s not always about my need to be someone in the field I’ve chosen but to be someone in something that I’m compassionate about. I fear that I might not do well ...