[fayeannsierra]

Whatever situation you are in right now... Always make the most out of everything. Savor every moment that you have... whether it be with your family, friends, crushes(?), team mates, etc.

I would like to share a little something...

Back in college, we had our Arnis Team Bonding where I invited my team to our house for a boodle fight, chill, play, and what not. Not the usual Arnis training but we just savor the moment with each other... That time, we used to have a school in our church which happened to have a playground. We were like kids playing in the seesaw. Afterwards, we played a Pinoy game--Patintero and it felt like it was the most amazing game I have played in my entire life!!! As in hagalpak sa tawa, my tummy ached due to laughter!

I cannot forget this day because that is when I felt really happy even though I have a lot of dinner dishes waiting for me to clean.

Lesson?

Savor every moment.

Now, kaming arnis team, after graduation, we became busy with our career and personal lives. We don't have time to bond or chat just like we used to. We can't train just like how we used to train.

In life, we can never encounter a moment with the same mood, conversation, place, or people kaya nga siguro may kasabihan na LIVE AS IF IT IS YOUR LAST but the Bible says,

See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, -Ephesians 5:15 KJV

Yes, we, Christians, have the right to enjoy and seize the day but still in a Christian manner. We have to be wise. In everything we do, are we pleasing the Lord? In every aspect of our lives, as students, as athletes or as sons and daughters, are we pleasing the LORD?

Love,

Faye Ann

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The photo doesn’t go with the feed theme. The truth is, my iPad’s charger got broken, and that’s where I used to edit my thumbnails for these. My iPad’s and iPhone’s charger is a lightning cable and unfortunately, my dog, Nachos, chew it. Since I got sick, I can’t buy a new one(I’m broke too haha vacay problems) Nevertheless, I made it days without holding the two gadgets. I listen worship songs in my very slow laptop and here I am typing what God has in stored for me today.

 Let’s get it on!!!

Philippians 1:3 says, “I thank my God upon every remembrance of you.”

As I read this verse, a thought came to me saying, “As a person, do you think someone would be grateful to have me as a friend, neighbour, classmate, church mate, etc.?”

Let us put our names in that verse and imagine someone telling it to us

“(Your name here), I thank my God upon every remembrance of you.”

Oh what a sweet thing to hear!

 Let us reflect on how you act or blurt out with your lips. Are they somewhat encouraging or not? Would it lift up someone or destroy one’s self esteem? Are your words inspiring and motivating?

 ”The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.- Proverbs 12:18

One of the Filipino problems includes CRAB MENTALITY.

 According to urbandictionary.com, Crabs in a bucket can easily escape from the bucket one at a time, but instead of doing that they pull each other down whenever one rises to the top - thus insuring their collective demise. This is analogous to the behavior of a person who diminishes or pulls down anyone else who achieves or is about to achieve success greater than their own.

Let us break the bondage from that crab mentality!

Have you experienced being brought down? What a silly question. Of course, everybody does.

Someone once told me that if someone is bringing you down, it just means that they are below you trying to drag you from where they are.

Let us be the Proverbs 17:17 and the Philippians 1:3 of someone. It’s hard but all things work together for good for those who love God.

[fayeannsierra]

Prayer as a Gift (REACTION!!!) + PLMun Pop Idol

As some of you know, I am currently in a singing contest in my university which is—PLMun Pop Idol Season X. Before that challenge, I won the title Psychology Idol 2016 in the said school. Having that title gave me an opportunity to be a contender of PLMun Pop Idol automatically. I showed up at the auditions to confirm if I am already part of it and I was!

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES ELIMINATIONS!!! That’s the first battle for us CAS students. I sang Araw Gabi by Regine Velasquez and with God’s favour… that performance made me climb up to the Grand Finals real quick. I don’t have to compete for semi-finals.

(Other colleges had their own too. Total of 5 colleges was present.)

Grand Finals will be on April 26, 2017 at PLMun Covered Court-4pm.

VOTING for your bet includes:

1.)    Liking a photo on Facebook.

Here’s my photo link if you haven’t already: https://www.facebook.com/plmunpop/photos/a.1306340676050359.1073741827.1298888080128952/1595565907127833/?type=3&theater

2.)    Piso Votes.

1 peso is equivalent to 10 points. In order to accumulate such money, I have to do a room-to-room sample of me singing with a donation box.

What really soothes my heart was when a fellow Psychology student told me that she will be praying for me. Hearing that made me feel at ease because it made me realize that I do have intercessors at church and in school! This is so cool! I don’t even know her by name but I knew God used her to lift me up from feeling uneasy. I told her that I will do my best because I believe that God will do the rest. I left their room with a smile on my face. I felt God’s presence was with me while I am doing my part.

I am not a professional singer. I haven’t taken Voice lessons but I’m planning to do so. I am humbly asking for prayers from you that I will stand up, sing and let Jesus be seen in me. Whatever His will is, I will greatly accept it. Let Your will be done, Lord.

Above all, to God be the glory.

[fayeannsierra]

Cause of Death: INSECURITY

March 26, 2017 at 3:21 a.m., a 29 year old Filipino businesswoman, Ms. Shiryl Saturnino lost her life while undergoing cosmetic surgeries such as liposuction, breast augmentation and butt surgery.

As I heard the news, the title of this blog popped in my head. I don't know her story, this is just my point of view. She did not die because of an accident but of INSECURITY. She is an example of the phrase, "Insecurity kills."

We can see that she had ingratitude of what God has designed her to be. Although, it's not bad to make yourself more beautiful, just don't be fond of it. Her death became a lesson for each of us suffering from lack of confidence.

Here's the lessons:

1. STOP IDOLIZING YOURSELF

Your value is found in God. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.

2. BE CONTENT

You will never find contentment in this world but only in God. If you seek & obey Him, you will be blessed with joy, peace, and meaningful lives. (Pramiiis!!!)

3. YOU CAN'T PLEASE EVERYBODY

Don't worry about pleasing your friends. Try, instead, to please your Heavenly Father and your parents. Whom will you try to please now: your God or your pals?

If you have something to share or add up, feel free to contact me.

E-mail: [email protected]

My deepest condolences to those who loves this brave woman--Ms. Shiryl Saturnino.

[fayeannsierra]

Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Ephesians 6:13 (NIV)

This year, my classmates, Jessa and Joyce introduced me to the sport/self-defense called Arnis (National Game of the Philippines), which they were part of the varsity team in Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Muntinlupa. My only intention was to be included in their upcoming tournament in Baguio City, Philippines, where some of my love ones live.

Regardless of seeing my classmates go to school with bruises and body aches. I trained hard just to be included in the said tournament. When we went to the part called Sparring or full-contact… I saw the protective gear and remembered that I am a soldier in the army of the LORD.

In the game, we wore armor but in our Spiritual lives, we must also wear armor. We also need protection in life so we can take our stand against the devil schemes. (v11) “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the power of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” (v12)

This is our ARMOR: • Belt of Truth – We must know the TRUTH by taking our daily spiritual food. • Breastplate of Righteousness – If we chose to be holy or do what God told us to do, Satan can’t have a chance to hurt us. • Feet fitted with the Gospel of Peace – Our enemy has the power to create worries and confusion in our lives but because we have Jesus, we have peace. • Shield of Faith – Doubts! They can never win if we have faith, right? • Helmet of Salvation – We will win against the enemy if we have salvation. • Sword of the Spirit – God’s Word is our powerful weapon against Satan.

NO ARNIS PLAYER CAN GO FULL CONTACT WITHOUT PROPER EQUIPMENT.

So as God’s soldier, let us wear the ARMOR OF GOD daily. To continue my story awhile ago, I got the opportunity to be included in the tournament. We, Team PLMun/Muntinlupa, played for the #TeamARMY which are real soldiers of the Philippines. I also got the chance to see Tita Mariane and Belleching there. Thank You, Lord for such wonderful experience!

--from September 25, 2015

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REAL BEAUTY

There actually comes a time when I would like in the mirror and mentally tell myself, “Why are you not enough?“ I mean, I’m not attractive the way some of my friends are.

1 Samuel 16:7 is true. It says, “People judge by outward appearance, but the LORD looks at a person’s thoughts and intentions.“

Every time my self-esteem goes down, God makes a way to tell me that true beauty comes from within….

1 Peter 3:4 - You should be known for the beauty that comes from within, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is so precious to God.

BEAUTY IS IN THE EYE OF THE BEHOLDER!

In this world, looks, sexy bodies, etc. have taken a lot of advantage, they almost rule this world but God’s definition of beauty is inside. Beauty that matter most is in the condition of our heart. Insecurity is a disease, get well soon. Tell Jesus what you are feeling. He will comfort you the same way that He did to me.

1 Timothy 2:10 - Women who claim to be devoted to God should make themselves attractive by the good things they do.

(reblogged from November 13, 2014?)

[fayeannsierra]

Faye’s Declassified School Survival Guide

****this is a repost from the child me: June 18, 2014

My first blog! Yay. I want to share my secret tips at school. I really hope I learned this before I graduate high school(Peace and love to my high school teachers hehe).

Let’s get started. :)

1. Have a positive attitude daily. PRAY. Let your education be your passion. Ask God for strength, knowledge and understanding every day.

2. Prepare your clothes/uniforms the night before. Wash it, let it dry, iron it, then hang it. Simple. Don’t be too lazy for this.

3. SLEEP. Have enough sleep to renew your cells. Stop checking your social media Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.! You’re not an owl.

4. ALWAYS BE ON TIME. Being late reflects your character. If you’re late, then you have no respect for other people’s time.

5. SMILE. :) Be nice to people. Treat them how you want to be treated. At the same time, choose friends that can help you grow up maturely and friend(s) who encourages you to succeed in life.

6. KEEP YOUR THINGS ORGANIZED. Declutter your life. “Organization has always been pegged as a direct key to success.” – Dan Scotti

7. FOCUS ON YOUR SCHOOL WORK. Listen well to your teacher or someone reporting. The more you listen, the more understanding will come upon you. Ask help from others if you need to. Guide #5!!! :)

8. DON’T PROCRASTINATE. One step at a time. Don’t overwhelm yourself.

9. DO YOUR BEST. I don’t need to explain this.

Last but not least: 10. ENJOY SCHOOL.

School is one of the most important highlight in our lives. Enjoy It while you still can. Not all people go to school. Be thankful of the privilege you have.

May you have a successful school year!