Most of you may be wondering what I’m doing here in Sweden, I wonder too. But as time goes by, God shows me why. It all Started with a Dream. God gave me a vision last November 2016 back when I was in Manila as I was taking a nap one afternoon. I saw Snow, clearly that is Sweden and I heard God’s voice saying “This is where I want You to be.”
I used to have everything, living my life comfortably—I had a career, I had everything I needed… but I was asked to let everything go, turn my back from my own country, my own family because I was called to start a life here in this city, Gothenburg and help build church.
It was music that brought me back to this place. I signed up for Music Academy the moment I had the vision without any idea if I’ll make it to the audition. But I was clear with my convictions that I must risk everything just to come here. I quit my job, told my parents I have to leave and decided to come despite uncertainties.
All I’ve got is God’s promises.
I was born in a Christian Family, my Parents are Pastors in Philippines. But I always knew I am bound for something greater than my life back home… I started worship leading at the age of 14, which means half of my age. At first I didn’t want to do it because I felt I wasn’t worthy of doing it. I’m such an introvert and I can’t sing. It took me two years to embrace the calling—But the moment I stepped out of my comfort zone all because I love Jesus, God began to bless me with skills I never knew I could do. Whatever I am capable to do now is all because I chose to surrender to what God has called me to do.
Obedience is not always easy but I’ve learned to trust Him in the most difficult times.
I grew up listening to Hillsong Music and I always dreamed of being part of a Hillsong Church. A pastor once prophesied into my life that I am bound for a league of 10,000 and to never settle in hundreds, 500s or a thousand league. That didn’t make sense but Upon reading Ptr. Brian’s book ‘There is More’, He mentioned that He had been prophesied to lead a church of 10,000. Then it hit me,
I am at the right place, at the right time.
I remember the first time I became part of the worship team in this church. It was when we became a Hillsong Church. It was God’s way of reminding me that as long as we stay faithful in our journey, He’ll make sure to fulfill what He promised. It was His way of saying,
“My dearest child, your obedience led you to your destiny.”
I would always choose Calling over Comfort knowing that God is on my side.
Even if we’re going through difficulties or uncertainties, let’s learn to trust God in the process believing He will turn it for our good.
Sincerely,
Abby Bern
Abby Bern 
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