Hello everyone :)
It's the time of the year where everyone is digging in their books, mugging for exams and maybe so stressed out that your hair starts to grey. Well yes, for many of you exams might have already begun, is soon approaching or it might even be over! I sure hope this post didn't come too late a notice, but I'd like to share with you some exam advice. And instead of imparting studying techniques for you to gear up for this battle against your "daunting" exams, I'd like to share with you guys how to win this battle. The answer is in God.
I often tell my friends - Do your best and let God do the rest. And yes, I assure you that is the answer to your victory. I quote Mrs Ong (this was from a email when loveMG was confirmed postponed) - While we cannot deny God's sovereignty, we must also not forget man's responsibility.
I can't agree more. We cannot think complacently, thinking that God will assure us our good grades when the only studying we did was the night before. We have to be honest with ourselves, and reflect - Have I done my best? Can i do more than I have already done? And when you've given your best effort, don't forget the key ingredient - to commit all to God. Similarly, we cannot rely on ourselves for the ultimate victory because the victory lies in the hands of our Creator. He ultimately determines how you would perform and no matter what happens, really, do not forget to trust in Him. God knows what He is doing so never doubt of what comes your way because there is certainly a purpose and if God brings you to it, He will bring you through it.
I am certain that if you truly commit all your effort and completely trust that He will bring you through, you can most definitely proclaim 2 Timothy 4:7 - 'I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.'
So don't fret because God is here with you. He is ready to take your hand and lead you. Are you ready to take the first step? Below is a Student Prayer that my teachers in MG actually shared with my class in sec 3 and 4. I pray this every night before my paper and as effective as it is for me, I hope it'd be for you too. :)
A Student Prayer
Lord, grant me a quiet heart,
Before the examinations start.
Lead me to use my leisure hours,
To reinvigorate my powers.
My mind from daydreams liberate,
Give me the will to concentrate.
From all distractions set me free,
That in my studies I may be.
A student with a sole intent,
To make my work a sacrament.
From my faint heart in love expel,
All failure, fears that there in dwell.
And from my pillow drive away,
All dark forebodings of the day.
Help me in faith to rest so deep,
That I may have untroubled sleep.
While notes and subjects I prepare,
May I not lose my zest for prayer.
And may I not forget to look,
For daily guidance in Thy Book.
In quietness, confidence and peace,
May I have quick and sure release.
From needless fears and apprehension,
From outward strain and tension.
So may examinations find,
Each one alert in heart and mind.
Thus inward joy and peace possessing,
May examinations prove a blessing.
The sparked movement team will keep all of you in prayer :)
Take care & God bless,
Diane