"I would go to the uttermost part of the world in search for souls."

Mother Candida

Mother Candida has inspired many people. Though she didn't have the chance to study, her faith was still strong. She had a great devotion for Mary and offered her flowers spontaneously. She teaches us many values like simplicity, humility and generosity. She established the congregation "Hijas de Jesus" to fulfill her dream of children having Christian Education.

Sunday, August 15, 2010

Her Sayings (Part 4)

"I am for God Alone."
Mother Candida uttered these words to a wealthy man who asked her hand for marriage. Mother Candida came from a poor family. Her dad is a weaver and they live in a  very small house. The only way for them to end their poverty is for her to marry the said man. Yet, she replied, I am for God alone.

There are times wherein we choose luxury and fame over God. We tend to forget the one who supplies us with everything we need and we ask for. Most of us just cling on our own understanding and wants. Why do we do this? Why are people such selfish and stubborn beings?
Mother Candida wants us to be selfless and serviceable to others' needs. We shouldn't only think of ourselves. Serving God is a way of showing how much we care for Him. He's loved us for who we are and with every thing we've done.

The question is, how do we live up to this saying of Mother Candida? It doesn't mean we have to found a congregation like her. It practically means centering God in our lives. Putting it into action, we must serve God whole-heartedly. What's the use of serving if we don't even mean what we're doing?

So I call out to all people, let's all serve the Lord with all our heart and all our soul. Let's not forget to "serve" each other as well. And by "serve", I mean being good brothers and sisters to one another.


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