44 Days of Faith and Valor
- John Paul Labtic
- Feb 13, 2023
- 3 min read
Updated: Feb 17, 2023
Every chapter of this book contains divine guidance and inspiration that enlightens me on the things that matter. You might also consider and utilize several questions to gauge your spiritual condition. Because it is so easy to read, comprehend, and grasp the idea throughout, this book inspired me to write my leadership book shortly.
My key lesson from this book is that whatever helpless and remote you may feel, our God is constantly by our sides, leading and assisting us in choosing the right path. "And when you want something, the whole universe conspires to help you to get it," Paulo Coelho famously stated. You can never make a mistake if you honor God in whatever you do.
In the book "44 Days of Faith and Valor," we can read about the beginnings of our bravest soldiers when they were only aspiring to be one. This book can instruct readers on well-known independence fighters' leadership traits and principles. This will also give a glimpse into the challenges and conflicts they had to face to get to where they are now and keep moving forward while using the words of God as a guide.
The first chapter of this book outlines the career history and recruitment into the Special Action Force of PLTGEN Cesar Hawthorne R. Binag (Ret.). He highlights the importance of having God on your side when making choices. One of the incidents he writes about in the book illustrates the importance of always having a friend by your side.
When we were still citizens, we traveled alone outside of training. Still, inside the academy's portals, it is a requirement of our everyday activities that we travel with a companion. If something were to happen to one of you, this would safeguard you both. The incident will be reported, and someone will ask for help.
Another part of the book that struck me was the "Words and Fire" chapter, where he discussed how the SAF Song serves as a powerful incentive for each warrior in the SAF. At the Philippine National Police Academy, we chant or sing these tunes during our early morning road runs to get our spirits and eyes up. We sing our marching songs to lift our spirits and remind ourselves always to find the bright side of any situation—that even when we fail, we have learned something—when we fail or feel discouraged.
The book significantly impacted me and helped me recognize many things. Particularly in our line of work, future public safety officers will spend most of their time away from their families. And we'll be by ourselves most of the time. We shall seek God throughout this time and develop our relationship with him. We will eventually encounter many circumstances where choosing the right action could mean the difference between life and death. But remember that God is with us, guiding us at every turn.
Since the first year in the Academy is crucial, I advise my underclass to read this book, especially the cadets in the fourth class. You are progressively changing your way of life throughout this period. From being a civilian to adhering to a rigid way of life. This book will assist them in realizing that whatever physical instruction they receive is for their benefit. They will eventually understand this when they likewise reach an upper-class status. Everything taking place inside the Academy is doing so for a reason. All you need to do is strengthen your faith and confidence in yourself. You will realize that you are already immaculate and equipped to succeed outside the Academy.
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