Reliability: Making Ourselves Count

The world is watching and waiting for people to trust and to depend on - waiting for men and women who are prepared for whatever the next period may bring, be it an opportunity or a challenge. They are the ones who carry the capacity to provide accurate solutions and execute plans. These are choice individuals endued with uncompromising values that we can count on in the midst of these perplexing times. People who cherish and live with reliable things. Now,  what are these reliable things? Let us be reminded that the only reliable thing in this world that we can depend on are the love of God and His Word

As others live through the obscurities of life, we have some who rose from the dead and became light through the darkness; a strength for the faint-hearted and voice for those who wander. Reliability is the name of the game. A value best exemplified by men and women of unwavering commitment, indefatigable consistency and unquestionable faithfulness on what they say, do or think.
Reliable people possess unwavering commitment. They do not fail those who depend on them. They would go through the fire of mêlée without leaving others in the heat of the battle. They are willing to make selfless sacrifices as they go down and they serve others disregarding their own titles, status or even reputation.

In addition, reliable men and women are indefatigably consistent in excellence regardless of varying demands from the same people they help. First and foremost, they excel in service because their mindset is not only to work for God but they allow God to work through them. Second, they are commendably consistent because God’s skill directs them and His might empowers their inmost being to complete every task anytime and anywhere. In their stillness and confidence on God, they find their strength. They are indeed dependable because they depend on God.

Moreover, individuals who are reliable retain unquestionable faithfulness. They are faithful to God, their family, agency and fellow people. They are steadfast on what they believe they ought to do according to the will of God and the One who appointed them. They have an unalienable possession in the love of God, family, country and fellowmen. Their devotion to the people and service were woven in the fabric of their very being which can never be obliterated or extracted. Thus, everyone is reminded of the faithful God whose goodness is incomparable and His loving-kindness is always available.

As the world lives through these perilous times, reliable people who rely on God, on His love and in His word will see us through. There might be a mountain-pass with its sharp flints around but through their lives’ testimonies, we will surely be led to a fruitful valley. We are taught to depend and inclined to keep in step with the divine pace. The nest might be stirred up, but with trust, an individual might acquire the powers of flight. So, let us absolutely rely on God and become reliable persons in such a time as this. (JVS, CRFV)