The Philippine drama often feature the
protagonist as one who is expected to suffer all challenges to the
point of giving up or defeated by the enemy. This picture comes to
mind while learning towards the end of our study is Church History
this semester. I find this week to be really special and fascinating
that I came to compare church history like the typical movie scene in
the country. I have learned that like a drama Christianity has been
through a lot in all ages. So many figures in history tired to stop
it. So many martyrs fought for it. There were even compromises.The
church has been through a lot. In addition, I have learned also that
in behalf all the power, human efforts, teachings, persecution, etc.,
Christianity endured. And yes, like a movie that glued our eyes to
the screen, the events of church history unfolded with victory. It
is proven with solid evidences that our faith indeed is enduring.
And I believe that someday when the end comes, Jesus and His church
will achieve all victory. That victory is sweeter than what anyone
could feel when their favorite actor finally reached a happy ending.
That victory is for eternity and to be attacked no more.
I realized that Christian faith's
essence remained the same. The church has an enduring spirit which
was never quenched by any opposing power. If it endured this long,
why not to the end? It gives hope that what we hold on to is true.
The work of Jesus still resonate two thousand years after He came.
Somewhere in my Christian walk I was worried about those false
religion deceiving many. I was worried about the eternal destiny of
those who have gone astray. I worried about the true church being
overtaken. Now, I know I should not. Yes I should care but to worry
about being defeated by the power of darkness, I should not.
So what now? I shall cease worrying
about the future of the church. I shall stop thinking that Islam is
growing faster and might overthrow Christianity because it is proven
in history that God is empowering His church so that it still exist
today. Instead, I will work and continue to be faithful in serving
God. In that way, I will be a useful tool in propagating the truth of
what we believe about God, His word and the church.
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