growth

I have always thought that my maturity level is below average compared to people my age – I still watch cartoons; love ribbons and frilly headbands and often get excited about stuff like balloons and face painting.

Though I justify this trait by saying “I am adorably childlike”, it (being immature) was one of my biggest fear when I was tapped to be a Discussion Group Leader.  

Would I be able to usher them into the path of righteousness? Would I be a good example? Would I be a beacon of light, source of inspiration, good listener and helpful advisor like my own DGL? I didn’t know – what I only knew was that I will try and do my best to handle the task set upon me – asking for God’s grace, guidance and empowerment.

Meeting the Christian Life Program Participants in our discussion group was unnerving – I was older than all of them but the way they spoke showed their high maturity level. I was intimidated at first but as the discussion proceeded I got to find comfort in their presence – feeling as if we have known each other, far longer than the hour we have spent during the talk.

As the CLP progressed, so did our camaraderie and friendship. Despite me feeling inadequate and immature – they have given me their trust, began confiding in me and opening themselves up to me as I do with them.  

Their openness, acceptance and maturity is what pushes me to ‘grow’ as well and perhaps the most rewarding and sweetest words they have told me is that ‘I would someday be a good mother’. 

And for this May God Be Praised!!