When God Answers Your Siomai Prayer

Yesterday, I bought a pack of SkyFlakes from the store. I had ₱10 with me, and it only cost ₱8, so I got ₱2 in change.

An elderly woman behind me was buying coffee, but she was short by ₱2. She told the storekeeper that she would just come back later.

I looked at my ₱2 and thought, “Maybe this is meant for her.” Haha.

Then I remembered that she lives almost directly across from us because Riam always greets her. It’s a bit far for her to walk, especially since she walks slowly now and she’s already in her 60s.

So I said, “Nay, here’s ₱2.”

The smile she gave me was so beautiful. 🙂

On my way home, I was thinking about what to cook. I didn’t have any budget left, but I still had some tilapia in the fridge. The thing is, I’d already been eating tilapia for two days, so this would be the third day. Hahaha.

I had been hospitalized, so money has been really tight. I just have to make sure the kids’ needs are covered first.

Then, while I was holding my phone, I came across a post that said, “Please, if you could spare anything at all, even just a little, for food.”

So I had to give myself a reality check:

“Here you are, worrying because you don’t have money for food, but at least you still have tilapia in the fridge—even if you have to eat it three days in a row!” 🤣

I kept scrolling and came across someone selling siomai. I stared at it because it looked so delicious. Then I said, “Lord, I want some siomai.” 😆

Tonight, at around 6:00 PM, someone knocked on our gate. When I looked outside, it was Nanay. When I opened the gate, she was holding a pack of siomai. 🥺

She said to me, “Here, child. Thank you.”

The siomai was still hot, but there was no soy sauce. Hahaha, just kidding. 😂

As I ate it, I started crying. My kids were wondering what was wrong with me.

I realized something:

It only took ₱2 to be kind, but I received ten pieces of siomai in return. 🥺❤️

It’s true what they say—when you make a wish, you have to be specific! I should’ve said, “Lord, I want siomai with soy sauce and a little bit of spice.” 🤣

Thank You, Lord. It felt like You turned Nanay into my personal GrabFood delivery rider. 😂❤️

Credit: Mira

God sees every good thing we do, even the things we think are insignificant.

And sometimes, the blessing doesn’t come back in the same form. You give money, but you receive food. You give help, but you receive encouragement. You give a little, but God reminds you that you are not forgotten or forgotten about.

So if you have something to give today—even something small—give it with a sincere heart.

Because you never know…

Your ₱2 might be someone else’s answered prayer, while their kindness might become God’s way of answering yours. ❤️

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His Grace Makes the Impossible Possible

Let’s give God the glory when He works through us to do things we cannot do on our own.

There are moments when we accomplish something that feels far beyond our own strength, wisdom, or ability.

In those moments, let us remember that every good gift and every opportunity comes from God.

He gives us strength when we feel weak, wisdom when we do not know what to do, and courage when we are afraid.

Sometimes, God chooses to work through our hands, our words, and our actions to accomplish His purpose.

What may seem impossible to us is never impossible for Him.
Instead of taking all the credit, let us humbly acknowledge that God was with us every step of the way.

When He opens a door, gives us an answer, or helps us overcome an obstacle, let our hearts be filled with gratitude.

Our abilities are gifts, and we can use them to honor Him and bless others.

May we never forget the One who gave us the strength to keep going when we wanted to give up.

Whatever we achieve, may we point the glory back to God, knowing that without Him, we can do nothing of lasting value.

Let our lives become a testimony of His faithfulness, showing others what God can do through a willing and humble heart.

To God be all the glory, for He can accomplish through us what we could never accomplish by ourselves.

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A Simple Miracle at Lunch

I’m truly amazed by how God works!

I brought rice for lunch but had no viand because I honestly didn’t have any money. I messaged my husband, my siblings, and my father, hoping someone could send me a little money to buy food. Lunch break came, and not one of them had replied.

While I was waiting, one of my coworkers came over and asked if we had already eaten. I was the only one in our room who hadn’t eaten yet. Then, to my surprise, she offered me her meal because she said it was too sour for her taste. Of course, I gratefully accepted.

The amazing part is that she had no idea I didn’t have any food to go with my rice or that I was waiting for help. We’re not even close, yet she chose to give it to me.

Thank You, Lord. You always provide in the most unexpected ways. I’m so grateful that You never fail to take care of me. ❤️🙏

Sometimes God answers our prayers in ways we never expect. When every door seemed closed and no one responded, He used an unexpected person to provide exactly what was needed. This reminds us that God's provision is always on time, even if it doesn't come through the people or circumstances we anticipate. His care is personal, His timing is perfect, and His love is evident even in the smallest acts of kindness. Moments like these strengthen our faith and remind us to trust Him completely, knowing that He will never fail to provide for His children.

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The Lord Watches Over You

Angels are God's faithful servants, sent to carry out His will and care for His people. 

The Bible tells us that angels are "ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation" (Hebrews 1:14). 

They are God's messengers, working according to His perfect plan to guide, protect, strengthen, and help believers. 

Although we may not always see their presence, God can use them in countless ways beyond our understanding. 

Throughout Scripture, angels encouraged God's people, delivered important messages, protected them from danger, and rejoiced over God's work of salvation. 

Their ministry reminds us that we are never truly alone because the Lord is always watching over His children. 

Every act of angelic service points us back to God's unfailing love, wisdom, and care. 

Rather than placing our trust in angels themselves, we should worship the God who lovingly sends them according to His purpose. 

Knowing that God has countless ways of protecting and caring for us gives us confidence to face each day with faith instead of fear. 

Just as the angels continually worship and glorify the Lord, may our hearts also be filled with gratitude, praise, and trust in the One who faithfully watches over us every moment of our lives.

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The Story Behind the Smell of Jollibee

Just wanted to share a story about my inDrive ride yesterday.

The moment I got into the car, I immediately smelled Jollibee. The driver looked like he was only in his early to mid-20s.

Not verbatim:

Me: "Kuya, your car smells like Jollibee."

Driver: "Yes, Ma'am. Jollibee gave me all this food because I slipped at one of their stores earlier today. Here, Ma'am, have some." (He handed me a container of spaghetti.)

Of course, since I didn't know him personally, I hesitated to accept food from a stranger even if it was from Jollibee.

Still, I became curious. I looked at the front seat and saw that he really did have a lot of food, a bucket of chicken, several containers of spaghetti, chicken meals, and burgers.

So I asked what happened.

He explained that the floor at Jollibee had been wet, causing him to slip. He said he hit the ground so hard that he lost consciousness. A medic and an ambulance arrived and took him to the hospital.

I asked if Jollibee had covered his expenses. He said yes they paid for his CT scan and X-rays, and they also gave him all the food. But they didn't compensate him for the day's lost income. That meant he still had to continue driving just to earn enough for his daily boundary payment.

I asked if he was really okay to drive and whether it was safe, especially if he was still groggy or disoriented. I told him he should be resting instead.

That's when he shared that he didn't really have a choice. He had already informed the owner of the car, but he was still expected to pay the usual boundary amount.

Then he asked me again if I was sure I didn't want any food because there was still so much left.

He told me he had already given some away to elderly people begging on the streets, street children, and even a few police officers he met along the way. He even called one of his fellow drivers whom he affectionately referred to as "Lolo" to ask where he was so they could eat together because he still had plenty of Jollibee left.

I just wanted to share this because I'm usually not the type to chat with drivers. As an introvert, I usually keep to myself. But yesterday, I casually said, "Your car smells like Jollibee," never expecting there to be such a story behind it.

It made me realize that there are people quietly fighting honest battles every single day. They're just one accident away from losing the income they rely on to survive. Yet despite everything, he wasn't asking for more. (Although I personally believe he should have been compensated for his lost wages in addition to his medical expenses especially since he mentioned there wasn't even a wet floor warning sign at the restaurant.)

What struck me even more was that instead of keeping all the food for himself, he chose to give it away to people who had even less than he did. Even though he admitted he still had bills to pay and still had to continue driving after the accident, he shared what he had with others.

No cameras. No audience. No expectation of recognition. No desire for anything in return.

Good people still exist.

God bless you, Kuya. I pray that your test results come back clear and that you recover completely.

By the way, I didn't accept the Jollibee food. I simply told him to give it to someone else he might meet along the way. Instead, I paid him a little extra, hoping it would help him get home sooner and finally get the rest he deserved.

Credit: Bear

This encounter reminded me that kindness often comes from those who have the least to spare. We usually notice acts of generosity when they're posted online or celebrated publicly, but some of the most meaningful acts happen quietly, witnessed by almost no one. In a world that often feels rushed and self-centered, this young driver showed that compassion doesn't depend on wealth, it depends on the heart.

His story is also a reminder that every person we meet is carrying a burden we may know nothing about. A simple conversation revealed a struggle, a sacrifice, and a character I never would have seen otherwise. May we all choose to see people with more empathy, support those who are treated unfairly, and, like him, continue to share whatever blessings we have even when life has not been easy.

Sometimes, the greatest testimony isn't found in grand gestures, but in ordinary people quietly choosing kindness despite their own hardships.

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