Asia Conference 2010 was more than amazing.
First night session felt like the grand finale already. In fact, every single session felt like a home run, increasing the faith and expectancy of every single member.
Believing what Dr Cho prophesied; CHC will be the largest church in the world, led by Pst Kong.
Thus that also meant that the Church and Pastor will definitely go through testings.
And so swiftly, they came.
My stand?
I have my complete trust and faith in Pastor Kong, the Church and the leadership.
Tuesday, June 01, 2010
Monday, May 10, 2010
Sunday, May 02, 2010
Saturday, May 01, 2010
Delirious - History Maker
Probably one of the few songs that really touches my heart whenever I listen to it, even after so many years.
Fondly recall singing to this song during Emerge 2004. Tears simply flowed, confessing and believing that God has made me to be a history maker.
Arms around the brothers beside me, we just kept praising and jumping throughout.
It was such a magical moment.
It was at Emerge Conference 2004, I believed God has a great plan for me. I believed He has a specific purpose and He will make us all History Makers.
When Delirious came and perform for FOP. I was thrilled, honored and privileged to serve Martin Smith, the lead singer of Delirious. For all three days, I ran beside him, got him strepsils, honey water and bottled water.
Delirious performed for two more years and I had the honor of being with Martin Smith.
Like what he said in the video, Delirious is who they are because of the people.
It's because of their song, that liberated so many people. People believed what they sang and shook the planet.
I started listening to this song again recently. It has been on repeat in my iPod and I really believe what the song says, "I'm gonna be a history maker in this land, I'm gonna be a speaker of truth to all mankind."
Yes I'm gonna be a history maker, a speaker of truth to all mankind.
Joel
Probably one of the few songs that really touches my heart whenever I listen to it, even after so many years.
Fondly recall singing to this song during Emerge 2004. Tears simply flowed, confessing and believing that God has made me to be a history maker.
Arms around the brothers beside me, we just kept praising and jumping throughout.
It was such a magical moment.
It was at Emerge Conference 2004, I believed God has a great plan for me. I believed He has a specific purpose and He will make us all History Makers.
When Delirious came and perform for FOP. I was thrilled, honored and privileged to serve Martin Smith, the lead singer of Delirious. For all three days, I ran beside him, got him strepsils, honey water and bottled water.
Delirious performed for two more years and I had the honor of being with Martin Smith.
Like what he said in the video, Delirious is who they are because of the people.
It's because of their song, that liberated so many people. People believed what they sang and shook the planet.
I started listening to this song again recently. It has been on repeat in my iPod and I really believe what the song says, "I'm gonna be a history maker in this land, I'm gonna be a speaker of truth to all mankind."
Yes I'm gonna be a history maker, a speaker of truth to all mankind.
Joel
Monday, April 26, 2010
Simple lyrics, yet so powerful.
Thankful that I went for CG yesterday. I guess I really missed the "shooting" from Darryl. Haha..
Really appreciative/thankful/grateful that I've the privilege to attend W372 Cellgroup Meetings, till I'm barred from attending.. =P
Blink of an eye, it's been 7 years I've been attending Church. Been through storms, valleys and paradise. So much has changed in Church, in the people around me and myself.
But for all that I went through, I can't help but be extremely thankful for going through them. Every single experience has made me a better person, stronger and wiser. I am not the finished product yet, I have my flaws, but I know the God I worship has great plans for me.
He has not condemned me for my mistakes, He has not forsaken me and He remembers me.
Condemnation comes from the devil, to stop us from doing great things for God.
God convicts us, gives us the strength to try again. Each time we fall, He doesn't laugh at our shortcomings. But He quickly comes and lifts us up, encourages us to continue walking forward.
God is not a God that would lie.
He's not a God that sits on the throne, waiting to punish you with His lightning rod. He's not a God that demands you to do miracles for Him. He's not a God that expects you to become a Saint overnight.
He simply wants to fellowship with you, He wants you to know Him.
He's your cheerleader whenever you go through tests, He's your no. 1 fan and He wants to be your best friend.
No matter what happens, He will never disappoint you.
He is in control.
It's gonna be an amazing year. 2010, a year of breakthrough for me, for many people.
I will not be hesitant, will not forget the promises, will not fear, will not look back anymore.
Jesus, be glorified in the earth
Thankful that I went for CG yesterday. I guess I really missed the "shooting" from Darryl. Haha..
Really appreciative/thankful/grateful that I've the privilege to attend W372 Cellgroup Meetings, till I'm barred from attending.. =P
Blink of an eye, it's been 7 years I've been attending Church. Been through storms, valleys and paradise. So much has changed in Church, in the people around me and myself.
But for all that I went through, I can't help but be extremely thankful for going through them. Every single experience has made me a better person, stronger and wiser. I am not the finished product yet, I have my flaws, but I know the God I worship has great plans for me.
He has not condemned me for my mistakes, He has not forsaken me and He remembers me.
Condemnation comes from the devil, to stop us from doing great things for God.
God convicts us, gives us the strength to try again. Each time we fall, He doesn't laugh at our shortcomings. But He quickly comes and lifts us up, encourages us to continue walking forward.
God is not a God that would lie.
He's not a God that sits on the throne, waiting to punish you with His lightning rod. He's not a God that demands you to do miracles for Him. He's not a God that expects you to become a Saint overnight.
He simply wants to fellowship with you, He wants you to know Him.
He's your cheerleader whenever you go through tests, He's your no. 1 fan and He wants to be your best friend.
No matter what happens, He will never disappoint you.
He is in control.
It's gonna be an amazing year. 2010, a year of breakthrough for me, for many people.
I will not be hesitant, will not forget the promises, will not fear, will not look back anymore.
Jesus, be glorified in the earth
Thursday, April 22, 2010
1 Cor 13:11
When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child; but when I became a man, I put away childish things. For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part, but then I shall know just as I also am known. And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.
When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child; but when I became a man, I put away childish things. For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part, but then I shall know just as I also am known. And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Saturday, April 17, 2010
What if we looked at every child, with the purest of hearts? Believing in their potential and their ability to excel in life.
Their strengths may not be in their studies, in their attitudes or in their behavior.
They may have given you so much trouble, it frustrates you all the time.
But despite all these, would you still forgive and love them?
Would you still give your 101% to nurture every single one of them?
Would you love those that you find hard to love? People that are constantly rebutting you or putting you down.
Wouldn't it be a better place if every child was treated equally, with respect and the expectancy to do great things in life?
Despite the negative outcomes, every child desires to achieve something.
May not be a teacher-student relationship.
The person maybe your close friend, a good friend.
Let's not get too comfortable, time to mold, stretch and contain.
Their strengths may not be in their studies, in their attitudes or in their behavior.
They may have given you so much trouble, it frustrates you all the time.
But despite all these, would you still forgive and love them?
Would you still give your 101% to nurture every single one of them?
Would you love those that you find hard to love? People that are constantly rebutting you or putting you down.
Wouldn't it be a better place if every child was treated equally, with respect and the expectancy to do great things in life?
Despite the negative outcomes, every child desires to achieve something.
May not be a teacher-student relationship.
The person maybe your close friend, a good friend.
Let's not get too comfortable, time to mold, stretch and contain.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Recently I went to my friend's Church dedication service.
It may be a young Church, but the leaders of the Church were way beyond their age, in terms of maturity.
Humble, serving and proactive, I was really blessed by their acts of service. They made sure everyone was comfortable, greeted and served.
Above that, they were radical for God.
Radical.
A word that we seldom use to describe Christians now. Used to be a word that I would frequently hear. Even for myself, I wouldn't say I am radical, yes I am on fire, passionate. But radical? I have my own doubts.
When my friend shared about the members/leaders of her Church. I nearly teared. The sacrifices they made to build God a house, the things they did daily just to save that extra cent and the vision that had, in sync with their leader, was just constantly in their mind everyday. The extra miles they went, just to build God a house.
And they were secondary school students. Youths.
I was really blown away.
A young youthfy Church, being able to rent a space and pay for it every month.
I am not suggesting that my CG or Church's youth is bad. But there is this Spirit that seems to be lacking.
A Spirit of determination, breakthrough. This excitement in their Spirit, to live and die for Jesus. This pioneering Spirit, wanting to try new and creative things. The Spirit to serve others, to love everyone and to make their day.
I was greatly blessed by the service and I really believe my youths CAN and WILL be RADICAL for Jesus.
As for myself, I really believe that service was a wake up call. Time to gear up, and not look back.
Our life is a message.
Whose story are you writing for?
It may be a young Church, but the leaders of the Church were way beyond their age, in terms of maturity.
Humble, serving and proactive, I was really blessed by their acts of service. They made sure everyone was comfortable, greeted and served.
Above that, they were radical for God.
Radical.
A word that we seldom use to describe Christians now. Used to be a word that I would frequently hear. Even for myself, I wouldn't say I am radical, yes I am on fire, passionate. But radical? I have my own doubts.
When my friend shared about the members/leaders of her Church. I nearly teared. The sacrifices they made to build God a house, the things they did daily just to save that extra cent and the vision that had, in sync with their leader, was just constantly in their mind everyday. The extra miles they went, just to build God a house.
And they were secondary school students. Youths.
I was really blown away.
A young youthfy Church, being able to rent a space and pay for it every month.
I am not suggesting that my CG or Church's youth is bad. But there is this Spirit that seems to be lacking.
A Spirit of determination, breakthrough. This excitement in their Spirit, to live and die for Jesus. This pioneering Spirit, wanting to try new and creative things. The Spirit to serve others, to love everyone and to make their day.
I was greatly blessed by the service and I really believe my youths CAN and WILL be RADICAL for Jesus.
As for myself, I really believe that service was a wake up call. Time to gear up, and not look back.
Our life is a message.
Whose story are you writing for?
Friday, April 09, 2010
Tuesday, April 06, 2010
Sunday, April 04, 2010
What is motivating you today?
Proverbs 4:23
What are the motives in your heart?
Are you coming to Church/bringing friends/attending cellgroup meetings/prayer meetings/zone meetings because you love God, because of the people you met, because of someone or because you have to?
Day in, day out. Week in, week out. Weeks, months and years.
Proverbs 4:23
"Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life."
God, keep my heart pure.
It is You I live for.
Fall in love with You once again, lost in Your presence.
Psalms 50:22-23 (MSG)
"Time's up for playing fast and loose with me. I'm ready to pass sentence, and there's no help in sight! It's the praising life that honors me. As soon as you set your foot on the Way, I'll show you my salvation."
"Time's up for playing fast and loose with me. I'm ready to pass sentence, and there's no help in sight! It's the praising life that honors me. As soon as you set your foot on the Way, I'll show you my salvation."
Psalms 51:16-17
"Going through the motions doesn't please you, a flawless performance is nothing to you. I learned God-worship when my price was shattered. Heart-shattered lives ready for love don't for a moment escape God's notice."
Break me.
Let your anointing flow through me.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Back from an awesome service by Pastor Tan.
We had a guest singer, Zac Kao, from Hong Kong coming to share with us his testimony.
Basically his testimony was about how he led a carefree life, getting into relationships and all sorts. His testimony was amazing. I really feel that he touched on many sensitive areas that many young people are struggling with, or are just confused about.
As he was sharing his testimony, I really couldn't help but be amazed by his courage.
It is really not easy to stand up on stage, share with everyone your past mistakes and failures, encouraging youths to not give up hope on God and to always pursue a Godly life. Wow!
That really blew my mind away.
And it's not like he's some old grandfather. He's still young, with a huge career ahead of him!
I really believe this is what brokenness brings into our lives. When we are so broken before God, we are willing to be used by Him. Our past failures, disappointments and embarrassment can be used by God for His glory, showing everyone His grace, mercy and love.
How many times have we allowed self pride to control us? Just because we want to look good in front of everyone, we put up an false act. How long can we keep up that act?
Why think yourself to be that perfect person on Earth?
I think it's so much easier to be a person that's real, has the courage to admit his mistakes and is broken.
Someone that allows the Holy Spirit to come into his life, and starts living in a Spirit-filled life.
I really love what Pastor said regarding conflicts, strive and all. It's really easy to be condemning, judgmental and all, because it's the flesh! It's always easy to point fingers at others, blame them and become self righteous because you do not want to go through the pain of admitting mistakes and the consequence of it.
But when you have the Holy Spirit in your life, when you are broken, no matter what happens you allow the character of God to come forth during that situation.
You will be the first to forgive, to love, to reconcile.
I really believe that we would be tested in this area almost every stage of our lives. Many times I have failed in the past, but I hope not fail this test again.
Let's be the big hearted ones, the ones carrying the presence of God!
Whatever issues, past hurts and disappointments we have, it's time to give it all to God.
Starting from today, I will push my boundaries of love. Even to those who are different from me.
God, help me!
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Being serious with the Kingdom of God.
We are now living in a time where we cannot afford to play with God.
The Kingdom of God is sacred; It is Holy.
As a human being, we can achieve a certain standard, which may even surpass many. Even when it comes to the Kingdom of God.
But when you want to do extraordinary things for Him. You need Him.
To stay relevant, anointed and see growth, we really need God.
At the same time, we need to work. The harvest is ready for collection. We are mobilized to bring in the harvest, before it's too late.
Focus, focus and focus.
“ Enlarge the place of your tent, And let them stretch out the curtains of your dwellings; Do not spare; Lengthen your cords, And strengthen your stakes. "
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
The Call of God.
When the call of God is issued, how many people respond? Many are called, but few are chosen. Many people responded for the altar call, but how many burn on, for Him, for His Kingdom and for His glory?
Why do so many people fall away, get tempted by other offers or burnt out?
If You're willing, I am willing.
Last night, we had a youth meeting with Pastor Kong. Pastor has a burden; the percentage of youths in our Church has dropped drastically.
Youths; the next generation of leaders.
Are we going to sit back and watch the revival die down in this generation? Are we going to sit back and watch the Church, dying and losing its cutting edge?
Let it not happen for my generation. The world today needs Christ more than ever before. This lack of faith, hope and love, evidently missing in everyone's life. We are now living in a "I, me, myself" world.
Will someone lay down his life, out of his comfort zone and trust in Him and know He is the true God and He will come true for him.
Will we see another Pst Kong, Pst Tan, Pst Derek, Pst Aries in our generation, taking the World by storm?
The burden to shoulder is great. But God says that My yoke is easy, My burden is light. Its a huge responsibility, but if God could raise up David when he was just a young shepherd boy, God will raise up someone to fulfill the will of God for CHC.
The Call of God will not stop in this generation, neither would it stop at the next generation. The Call of God goes on, just as long someone is willing to sacrifice and pay the price for the anointing of God.
Lord, I am your vessel. You've chosen me. What I have today, is all because of You. I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of God, than dwell in the tents of wickedness.
No matter the outcome, I will serve You.
When the call of God is issued, how many people respond? Many are called, but few are chosen. Many people responded for the altar call, but how many burn on, for Him, for His Kingdom and for His glory?
Why do so many people fall away, get tempted by other offers or burnt out?
If You're willing, I am willing.
Last night, we had a youth meeting with Pastor Kong. Pastor has a burden; the percentage of youths in our Church has dropped drastically.
Youths; the next generation of leaders.
Are we going to sit back and watch the revival die down in this generation? Are we going to sit back and watch the Church, dying and losing its cutting edge?
Let it not happen for my generation. The world today needs Christ more than ever before. This lack of faith, hope and love, evidently missing in everyone's life. We are now living in a "I, me, myself" world.
Will someone lay down his life, out of his comfort zone and trust in Him and know He is the true God and He will come true for him.
Will we see another Pst Kong, Pst Tan, Pst Derek, Pst Aries in our generation, taking the World by storm?
The burden to shoulder is great. But God says that My yoke is easy, My burden is light. Its a huge responsibility, but if God could raise up David when he was just a young shepherd boy, God will raise up someone to fulfill the will of God for CHC.
The Call of God will not stop in this generation, neither would it stop at the next generation. The Call of God goes on, just as long someone is willing to sacrifice and pay the price for the anointing of God.
Lord, I am your vessel. You've chosen me. What I have today, is all because of You. I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of God, than dwell in the tents of wickedness.
No matter the outcome, I will serve You.
Sunday, March 14, 2010
The announcement has been made (:
I am really touched by the edification of Darryl as she was explaining to W372 the need for me to be transferred out. I think it caught everyone by surprise, as no one expected such a change. But I really believe with all my heart that the CG will grow even stronger with the new additions of Desmond, Valerie, Vanessa and Sue Ee.
This blog entry is dedicated to W372, the world shakers (:
Darryl:
Thank you for being the bestest leader I ever have. You are a great inspiration to me and I have really learnt a lot from you. Thank you for helping me grow as a person, to learn to open up and share my struggles and difficulties with others, especially you. Thank you for believing in me, even though I've made so many mistakes. I really believe that who I am today is what you have imparted into my life, through your prayers, preaching of the Word and discipleship sessions. I really am very grateful to have such a great leader in my life and I feel really blessed to have gone through (and hopefully go through more) of your sharing sessions. Thank you for being there for me during the darkest period of my life, your love and support really pulled me out of the valley. Thank you for being so understanding when I got confused and irrational, your grace really kept me from condemning myself. I am really blessed to be under your leadership for the past 1 year. I really hope and pray and also believe that this relationship will never stop! And I will continue to learn from you and Ming Jin! (:
Aloysius:
You've transformed so much! You came in quiet, not wanting to speak to anyone of us. But you just kept coming back week after week! I feel so encouraged to see you coming back every week, and even more encouraged when I see you engaging in conversations with the members. I really believe you're gonna continue transforming for the glory of God and you're gonna be such a great testimony for many!
Anton:
Hey dude! Future MIT Scholar! Really touched by what you shared in the past, that you love coming to Church and Cellgroup because of the songs, the preaching of the Word and the fellowship. I really hope and pray you will continue attending service and cellgroup and be a blessing to your school and family!
Bernard:
THE CHAMPION OF ASIA CONFERENCE'S BIGGEST LOSER!!!! I am confessing and believing together with you! I think you're the most positive and encouraging friend. Really enjoy the times with you, ever since SOT days; especially during our mission trip to KK! Haha! Such great memories. (: I really believe you're gonna shine in Drama Ministry and I am looking forward to your performance during Easter!!
Brian:
Thanks for being so willing to drive the ladies around after service! Your willingness to serve is really amazing and you are always willing to go the extra mile for others. I really believe God has placed you in Keat Hong Camp for a specific reason and He has a great plan for you. Stay strong in the face of adversity and no matter what happens, believe and trust in Him alright? (:
Eugene:
My brother who fought alongside with me for 9 years. (: You've seen how my life has been transformed by God, the same God that you love and worship. If God can do it for me, He can do it for you too. God doesn't require a perfect vessel, but He's looking for one that's willing. Circumstances maybe difficult, but never let go of God. I really hope to see you soon. (:
Gabriel:
Thank you for giving me a chance to be a part of your life. You're always so willing to take on projects, duties and all. What others are unwilling to you, you are always willing to stand in the gap. I really believe this willingness will bring you to great heights! I also believe that whatever you've been through, God has a reason and in due season, you will understand why you went through some of the darkest periods of your life. I also believe as you set to achieve your heart's desire, you will start to see doors opening for you (: Keep on keeping on! And you are our ASIA CONFERENCE MAN HUNT CHAMPION!!! (:
Georgina:
HEY!! Future vet ok! I will bring my doggies to your clinic and you can be their doctor! (: Thanks for being so faithful to take care of the members that attend Sunday Service! You will ensure that they have taken their lunch before CG and also ensure that they arrive safely for CG. Thanks for trusting in me, even after several incidents and thank you for being such a wonderful friend, I know that you're always watching my back (:
Ginger:
The Fashionista of the CG! Always coming to service with really cool dresses and style. You too have transformed so much! You're now always serving the CG, booking seats and preparing Darryl's place for refreshments. And serving us with food!! So that we all would be happy and well fed! Thank you for being so willing and early for CG! It's so amazing that you would cycle down to Darryl's place every Sunday and you're always one of the earliest to reach. I'm really looking forward to greater transformation from you and I believe you're gonna be such a great blessing to your family and friends in school!
Guo En:
Our CG's Cristiano Ronaldo! I really see your effort in trying to build relationship with your parent. I really believe that as you continue to be a blessing to your family, and to love them, they will start to respond back to you in love. There will always be things that you will never understand, but I guess that's the beauty of life. (: don't allow circumstances to drag you down! I really believe that you love God with all your heart and I really believe that you've made arrangements just to attend service and CG. PROUD OF YOU!!
John:
It's all written in your birthday card, which you've yet to receive. :P I'm really blessed to have you together with me for 2 years. Watching you grow is really very exciting! It's like an dormant volcano that suddenly becomes active!! Very very exciting! I really believe that you're gonna grow and stretch like never before. And I really believe you will achieve your dreams! MJ always reminds me that my destiny is in my hands, likewise, your destiny is in your hands! You can do it!
Joseph:
The ever secure brother. Very busy lately! Really hope to see you back in action! I believe the CG misses having you around during CG meetings! Once you come back from Taiwan, lets meet up and catch up alright? (:
Kiat Kiong:
Ok! I spelled your name correctly here =P I am really encouraged by your conviction to come Church and Cellgroup! It's really amazing to see you serving in POD and wherever that requires help. I really believe that as you embark on your next phrase in life in Polytechnic, you're gonna have a headstart and you will start influencing your peers! Stay excited for the things of God and never let Him go!
Kiat Seng:
Our champion volunteer, future social entrepreneur and leader in the marketplace (: When I see you, I get reminded of this - Never despise small beginnings. I really believe that you will be able to achieve the goals you desire of. Thanks for all the hugs that you give, takes my breath away (literally)
Meiyan:
SOT Student! Proud of you! I'm very sure that your life will be drastically transformed after going through SOT! You will be confident, strong and anointed! I really believe you're gonna make a difference in the lives of many people! Jiayou!!
Meihui:
Thanks for giving me the chance to leave such a deep impression in your life. I am really honored and humbled (: I think you are one of the most cheerful people in the CG and you really can build atmosphere very well! You're always thinking of others, always interested in what they are doing. I really think you would make a wonderful connect group leader! Continue to shine and do well in Oosh! Remember me when you're a famous hair dresser!! (:
Meilin:
Martial Arts Exponent! Don't mess around with this lady because she can bring you down in 1 move. Haha (: Thanks for blessing me tickets to Fishball Pingpong! I really think that you're a person with a HUGE capacity! Serving so actively in JAMs and always willing to queue and book seats at expo! Thank you for really fighting alongside with me and covering my back! Really very encouraged by your acts of service for the CG and your love for everyone, including your JAMs members. Really believe you're gonna experience greater growth this year and you're gonna be a great blessing to W372 and to the JAMs ministry!
Pearly:
Thanks for being so patient with me! Thank you for fighting alongside with me, so strongly, and always believing and encouraging me! I think you've really received a lot of SMSes from me, asking many questions regarding Service and CG, but you've rarely lost your cool at me. Thanks for believing in me and trusting in me even though I was new and all. I really believe that the things that you've been praying and believing God for will come to past (: Don't get tired, but run in a manner that you would receive the prize!
Tallie:
The future Medical Doctor! One that will not charge exorbitant rates and one that really cares for the patients! I really believe you're gonna be awesome! I pray and hope that you'll grow even stronger in your walk with God, we are gonna see you rise up with maturity and wisdom, with great understanding of the bible and His ways! (: have faith and believe! Nothing is impossible!!
Trish:
ASIA CONFERENCE'S BEAUTY QUEEN!! I really feel super encouraged after that incident we had with you at the airport. You had a tough day at work and you broke down. But at the end of it, you picked yourself up and declared that you will still put in your best effort at work, no matter what happens. Till today I still remember what you said and I really see it happening in your life. No matter what happens, you always give your best. Even in CG refreshments! I will definitely miss eating your refreshments!! Really believe that you're gonna do great things for God, shine for Him and sign up for SOT next year!! SUNTEC! Haha..!
ASIA CONFERENCE'S BEAUTY QUEEN!! I really feel super encouraged after that incident we had with you at the airport. You had a tough day at work and you broke down. But at the end of it, you picked yourself up and declared that you will still put in your best effort at work, no matter what happens. Till today I still remember what you said and I really see it happening in your life. No matter what happens, you always give your best. Even in CG refreshments! I will definitely miss eating your refreshments!! Really believe that you're gonna do great things for God, shine for Him and sign up for SOT next year!! SUNTEC! Haha..!
Valerie:
Thanks for the many months of sacrifice you made, playing the guitar for W372. We are really blessed to have you in the midsts of us! Thanks for fighting alongside with me all these while, you've really made a huge difference in my life. Thanks for ALL the encouragement that you've given me, all the advise, all the counselling during a particular rough period of time, deeply appreciated! Thank for watching out for me, reminding me to bring offering envelopes and all. I really believe W372 loves you a lot and they just can't wait to shower you with great love and blessings. And I also REALLY BELIEVE that you're gonna BREAKTHROUGH SOON! Haha! (: Thanks for running with me! I am really honored to serve alongside with you (:
Wei Lin:
You're really blessed you know? (: Do not be afraid to dream! I really believe God has great plans for you and He's gonna see you through every stage of your life. Even when you will be flying off to America soon, I really believe that you WILL make the trouble to travel 2 hours to Dr Bernard's Church every weekend. And I really believe that through you, your family and friends will be blessed by the love of God! (:
Wei Xin:
It's a pity that we won't get as much chances to interact! I really hope that your relationship will be blessed! And that you will come to Church often! Hang out with us more! Haha! Just remember that you are booked by W372 every Saturday at 5.30pm and Sunday at 2.00pm! Ok? The booking starts with immediate effect! See you this week! =P
Xin Yu:
Remember to do homework k? Don't be afraid of failing your small tests. Because if we never failed, we will never learn to succeed. I've failed so many times, I need a million pairs of hands to help me count. I really believe you can be the TOP student for your level in "O" Levels and I really believe that you will really be a blessing to your friends in school! And prepare refreshments often!! I will come back just to eat them! (I hope it's allowed!)
Xue Ni:
Haha! One of the greatest changes that I've got the privilege to witness. (: Thank you for being so willing to submit, even when you didn't feel like it. Thank you for fighting alongside with you, covering my back and always believing in me. It's really my privilege and honor and I've also learnt a lot from you. Really believe that God will continue to do amazing things in your life as you are in SOT this year. It's gonna be a wonderful journey for the next 6 months! Continue to grow, stretch your tents and be fruitful!
Yiquan:
My man! The gentle giant of W372. With you around, I have no worries. Thanks for standing in the gap for me when I was in UK and when I was going through a different period of time (: You're amazing! Your capacity to make people feel comfortable is amazing and I always love hanging out after service with you! You're gonna be a great financial adviser and I really believe you're gonna do great things for God! Let's WIN the Asia Conference Basketball Tournament TOGETHER!!
Esther, Siying, Stacy, Vanessa, Xin Yi:
I really wish I had more time to interact with you guys (: You're never forgotten by me. My prayers for each of you is that you will continue to be strong and successful in every area of your life. W372 will always be a place where you can call home. Give us a chance (:
Each and everyone of you have really made a difference in my life. I am really honored to be standing in the midsts of giants in W372 and I really believe that great things are going to happen!!
W372 - A Cellgroup that's bonded together, like a three-fold cord. Strong and unbreakable, with Christ strengthening us. A Cellgroup that's available for each other 7 days a week, going the extra mile for each other.
I love you guys (:
Thursday, March 11, 2010
I was reminded of this message by Louis Giglio on how great is our God by a friend, who shared something similar.
Loaded the videos last year April, but I still think it's worth the time to watch the videos once again.
I am left speechless, amazed and touched.
Part 1 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKMw1ndl-EY
Part 2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBkY1Ff46Bg&feature=related
Part 3 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVxdRrWjh0g&feature=related
Part 4 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6AB5IvogHc&feature=related
Part 5 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVBNKSjg-LQ&feature=related
Have fun watching the videos!
Loaded the videos last year April, but I still think it's worth the time to watch the videos once again.
I am left speechless, amazed and touched.
Part 1 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Part 2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Part 3 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Part 4 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Part 5 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Have fun watching the videos!
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Monday, March 08, 2010
It all seemed like a dream.
It's MONDAY already! Gosh. The weekend has come and gone.
The whole world now knows that we are shifting to Expo by March 2011. Besides being super excited, I have no idea what else to describe this feeling inside of me. Greater things can only happen from now on.
God is simply good.
No matter what happens, the times that we fall flat on our faces and feel the pain, God is still good. These experiences has made me stronger, made us all tougher and made everyone have battle scars; proud to show it off.
Friends that never quit fighting, they fight along side with me.
For the past 3 months, I am truly appreciative of several friends that fought with me, leaders that shielded and defended me and a physical and spiritual family that's always there with me.
So much has changed and happened. But it's all good; for His glory.
No time to look back too. It's time to move full speed ahead; like what Romans 8 says-
"That's why I don't think there's any comparison between the present hard times and the coming good times. The created world itself can hardly wait for what's coming next. Everything in creation is being more or less held back. God reins it in until both creation and all the creatures are ready and can be released at the same moment into the glorious times ahead. Meanwhile, the joyful anticipation deepens. All around us we observe a pregnant creation. The difficult times of pain throughout the world are simply birth pangs. But it's not only around us; it's within us. The Spirit of God is arousing us within. We're also feeling the birth pangs. These sterile and barren bodies of ours are yearning for full deliverance. That is why waiting does not diminish us, any more than waiting diminishes a pregnant mother. We are enlarged in the waiting. We, of course, don't see what is enlarging us. But the longer we wait, the larger we become, and the more joyful our expectancy."
It's MONDAY already! Gosh. The weekend has come and gone.
The whole world now knows that we are shifting to Expo by March 2011. Besides being super excited, I have no idea what else to describe this feeling inside of me. Greater things can only happen from now on.
God is simply good.
No matter what happens, the times that we fall flat on our faces and feel the pain, God is still good. These experiences has made me stronger, made us all tougher and made everyone have battle scars; proud to show it off.
Friends that never quit fighting, they fight along side with me.
For the past 3 months, I am truly appreciative of several friends that fought with me, leaders that shielded and defended me and a physical and spiritual family that's always there with me.
So much has changed and happened. But it's all good; for His glory.
No time to look back too. It's time to move full speed ahead; like what Romans 8 says-
"That's why I don't think there's any comparison between the present hard times and the coming good times. The created world itself can hardly wait for what's coming next. Everything in creation is being more or less held back. God reins it in until both creation and all the creatures are ready and can be released at the same moment into the glorious times ahead. Meanwhile, the joyful anticipation deepens. All around us we observe a pregnant creation. The difficult times of pain throughout the world are simply birth pangs. But it's not only around us; it's within us. The Spirit of God is arousing us within. We're also feeling the birth pangs. These sterile and barren bodies of ours are yearning for full deliverance. That is why waiting does not diminish us, any more than waiting diminishes a pregnant mother. We are enlarged in the waiting. We, of course, don't see what is enlarging us. But the longer we wait, the larger we become, and the more joyful our expectancy."
Friday, February 26, 2010
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Will you be willing to live for the Kingdom of God? Where all your decisions is based on the Kingdom of God and for the rest of your life, you simply do the things of God.
Even when a greater and better offer comes to you, would you reject it and stay focused on the call that God has given to you?
Many are called, but few are chosen.
Is it because they are unwilling to serve? Could it be because they didn't want to pay the price?
Why is it that only a few are chosen?
Serving God demands sacrifices.
Even when a greater and better offer comes to you, would you reject it and stay focused on the call that God has given to you?
Many are called, but few are chosen.
Is it because they are unwilling to serve? Could it be because they didn't want to pay the price?
Why is it that only a few are chosen?
Serving God demands sacrifices.
Saturday, February 20, 2010
It's been a million years since I last ran. Since I had the morning free, I decided to go for a run, to burn some fats.
Made up my mind to run towards Bukit Timah Hill. The last time I did that, I was young and fit.
The run towards Bukit Timah Hill nearly killed me. But I managed to reach my goal.
Forgetting how tiring the walk up the hill would be, I gamely took it on. Barely up the steep slopes, I wanted to turn around. BUT, I didn't. Too many families around, even grandparents, seemingly finding it easy to walk up the hill.
Finally reached the peak of Bukit Timah Hill rest for 5 minutes before I started my descent. Decided to walk through the Dairy Farm Trail, since it's new and I have not walked through it before.
The peace and tranquility is ever-present. But I was too focused on my own pain, tiredness, that I didn't experience it until further.
As I was walking along the trail, suddenly I felt this prompting to not focus on my own tiredness, but focus on what's on the outside. I started to listen to the crickets, the birds and the silence.
I found myself getting stronger, feeling less ache and breathing normally.
Felt God telling me that many times we run after a vision so hard that we lose track of Him. We become so focused on ourselves, developing and giving our all that we forgot to tune back to Him.
Right from the beginning of the trail, there was a sign.
It didn't say the distance, or how long it would take.
I started off strong, covering great distances, thinking that it would be a short distance. But after walking through the terrain, I got tired and I wanted to give up. Not sure when would I reach my destination, I could have turned around; back to where I was familiar and take another route.
But as I continued walking, I learn to depend on God for strength and direction. A trail is there; someone has walked this road. I am simply walking on the route that giants before me have walked. If He wants to change my direction, a sign comes up and guides me towards the new direction. If not, I carry on walking on the trail.
Every step I took, my legs were trembling. It was tiring. There were steps, rocks and slopes ahead of me. The journey is hard, it's difficult. I went through obstacles and they were the only way to the end. I had to overcome them, else I wouldn't reach my destination.
But these obstacles make me stronger, even though I may feel tired now.
It felt as though Heaven wasn't open. I kept wondering when would I reach the end. I didn't even know where I am, which part of Bukit Timah Hill I'm in. But I keep moving forward.
But all these while, Heaven IS open. Else the journey would be dark and I'll be blinded by the darkness in the forest. Did I realize? Nope.
Met people along the way. Some maybe slower than you, some are walking towards you. Everyone of us are in our own race with God. He gives everyone a different vision, purpose and destiny. It would have been easy for me to walk with someone else; change my direction. But He has called me to this route, this destiny.
After the wilderness experience, the roads are paved. It's easier to walk. You're stronger; the sky is brighter and you know where you are. You are walking in your destiny.
But is that all? No!
I continue walking, till I reach my destination; my home.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Monday, February 15, 2010
Tuesday, February 09, 2010
For the longest time possible, I've neglected this blog. Uploading songs that I feel for and more, I think that was the best possible way of expressing myself.
Things have finally changed for the better.
Read through several old mails and I'm glad to say that it doesn't bring as much hurt as before. But more of a lesson learned. Nobody's at fault here, we are all journeying in this part of life and it's all a learning process.
Am glad that my relationship with my family is getting better. Dad's really an inspiration and a great source of comfort. Driving me to school every morning and literally talking about general things keeps me reminded that my parents really love me.
Several doors opened onto me and I'm excited about it. Yet I approach it cautiously; what is His best plan for me?
Feels like a long time, but it's only 1 month plus. Feel maturer, a little more understanding and graceful.
Truly, all things work for His purpose and glory; every rejection comes a new appointment (:
Things have finally changed for the better.
Read through several old mails and I'm glad to say that it doesn't bring as much hurt as before. But more of a lesson learned. Nobody's at fault here, we are all journeying in this part of life and it's all a learning process.
Am glad that my relationship with my family is getting better. Dad's really an inspiration and a great source of comfort. Driving me to school every morning and literally talking about general things keeps me reminded that my parents really love me.
Several doors opened onto me and I'm excited about it. Yet I approach it cautiously; what is His best plan for me?
Feels like a long time, but it's only 1 month plus. Feel maturer, a little more understanding and graceful.
Truly, all things work for His purpose and glory; every rejection comes a new appointment (:
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Monday, January 25, 2010
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Friday, January 22, 2010
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds and shall find me unafraid.
It matters not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll,
I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul.
Black as the pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds and shall find me unafraid.
It matters not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll,
I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul.
It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Friday, January 08, 2010
Monday, January 04, 2010
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Are you too busy for God?
Everyday, He texts you "Hello! Are you ready for a day of adventure?"
What's your reply?
Throughout the day, God constantly sends messages to you
You receive the message, but do you read the message?
When you read the message, do you understand?
If you do not, do you ask Him for understanding?
Do you reply immediately, or leave it for later
Or is His message is deleted?
When you're drowning, you bombard His inbox
When you're sailing, you "forgot" your "phone"
Would you text an inactive user?
Ask him out for an adventure?
God's busy creating life, but He specially makes time for you
Are you making time for Him?
Everyday, He texts you "Hello! Are you ready for a day of adventure?"
What's your reply?
Throughout the day, God constantly sends messages to you
You receive the message, but do you read the message?
When you read the message, do you understand?
If you do not, do you ask Him for understanding?
Do you reply immediately, or leave it for later
Or is His message is deleted?
When you're drowning, you bombard His inbox
When you're sailing, you "forgot" your "phone"
Would you text an inactive user?
Ask him out for an adventure?
God's busy creating life, but He specially makes time for you
Are you making time for Him?
Monday, November 16, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
God sets the day for you, the little miracles you see
He knows every detail of your day, if your day has been good or bad
He's just dying to give you His wisdom in every situation
He's sitting and waiting by your bed for you to come into His presence
He's watching you working through work, assignments and projects
He's trying to get your attention "Hey! Come into My presence for 5 minutes, I'll give you more strength and wisdom"
He's watching you struggle through the night, it hurts Him
He's patient, He waits for you
And when you finally meet Him, He gets extremely excited!
But He listens to your complains, whinings and things that you want Him to do
Holding up a huge notebook, He records them all. He remembers and knows every detail of your life
He's getting ready to share with you His secrets, He's excited!
But with an amen, you proceed to bed and sleep
"Maybe tomorrow God." you say.
He gives you a kiss and sends the angels to guard you while you rest
He understands the struggles you are going through
He understands how tired you are
But do you know that if you look beyond yourself and to Him,
You will be stronger
You will find rest
You will get wisdom
You will have a purpose and vision
You will have the zoe life
you will be blessed
Don't short-change Him
He knows every detail of your day, if your day has been good or bad
He's just dying to give you His wisdom in every situation
He's sitting and waiting by your bed for you to come into His presence
He's watching you working through work, assignments and projects
He's trying to get your attention "Hey! Come into My presence for 5 minutes, I'll give you more strength and wisdom"
He's watching you struggle through the night, it hurts Him
He's patient, He waits for you
And when you finally meet Him, He gets extremely excited!
But He listens to your complains, whinings and things that you want Him to do
Holding up a huge notebook, He records them all. He remembers and knows every detail of your life
He's getting ready to share with you His secrets, He's excited!
But with an amen, you proceed to bed and sleep
"Maybe tomorrow God." you say.
He gives you a kiss and sends the angels to guard you while you rest
He understands the struggles you are going through
He understands how tired you are
But do you know that if you look beyond yourself and to Him,
You will be stronger
You will find rest
You will get wisdom
You will have a purpose and vision
You will have the zoe life
you will be blessed
Don't short-change Him
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Love is intentional.
When you're in love, you pursue the object with all your heart
When you're out of love, the object of interest becomes a burden
But love is intentional.
You decide if you love or not.
Don't let emotions, circumstances and the environment affect the love.
Make the decisions to intentionally love and communicate.
Cruxify your flesh; its selfish.
When you're in love, you pursue the object with all your heart
When you're out of love, the object of interest becomes a burden
But love is intentional.
You decide if you love or not.
Don't let emotions, circumstances and the environment affect the love.
Make the decisions to intentionally love and communicate.
Cruxify your flesh; its selfish.
Communication is effective when both parties are interested.
There's a giving and receiving of hearts.
God is interested in giving His heart and receiving ours.
But are we interested in His heart or the things He can do for us?
Be interested in His heart.
Communicate with God, matters of Your heart and He will fill your heart with His.
There's a giving and receiving of hearts.
God is interested in giving His heart and receiving ours.
But are we interested in His heart or the things He can do for us?
Be interested in His heart.
Communicate with God, matters of Your heart and He will fill your heart with His.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Has technology made man unfriendly?
iPods are such common devices. Everywhere we go, we see people with the white earphones. But has this piece of advanced technology replaced human touch, affection or communication?
Its common to see couples, husband and wife listening to music or watching movies on their iPods. But they are watching their own programs, listening to their own music. Perhaps its a desire for personal time and space? But shouldn't we include our spouse in our daily activities? What's worst is when one of the two watches a show, while the other stones away on the journey home.
Whatever happened to the love and romance from the start? I'm sure every couple starts sharing and spending time together like super glue in the beginning of a relationship. So when the attraction fades off, you say you need personal space? And then indulge in activities that only you like.
I feel that its such a heart wrenching sight.
Share your music, movies and shows together with a loved one. Keep the passion going! Be on the same page with your other half!
-
I'm on the bus now and I noticed this particular couple engrossed with their own iPods. Not the first time I've seen couples like this. Perhaps they really like to do their own things on their own once in a while.
But not me! Haha. I would want to share music, shows or whatever with Bernice. No interest? I'll try to develop an interest in it. No understanding? I'll not mock at it anymore.
Hey! Cherish your relationships!!
iPods are such common devices. Everywhere we go, we see people with the white earphones. But has this piece of advanced technology replaced human touch, affection or communication?
Its common to see couples, husband and wife listening to music or watching movies on their iPods. But they are watching their own programs, listening to their own music. Perhaps its a desire for personal time and space? But shouldn't we include our spouse in our daily activities? What's worst is when one of the two watches a show, while the other stones away on the journey home.
Whatever happened to the love and romance from the start? I'm sure every couple starts sharing and spending time together like super glue in the beginning of a relationship. So when the attraction fades off, you say you need personal space? And then indulge in activities that only you like.
I feel that its such a heart wrenching sight.
Share your music, movies and shows together with a loved one. Keep the passion going! Be on the same page with your other half!
-
I'm on the bus now and I noticed this particular couple engrossed with their own iPods. Not the first time I've seen couples like this. Perhaps they really like to do their own things on their own once in a while.
But not me! Haha. I would want to share music, shows or whatever with Bernice. No interest? I'll try to develop an interest in it. No understanding? I'll not mock at it anymore.
Hey! Cherish your relationships!!
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
Wow.. This is definitely harder than I expected.. But I really thank God for technology, that even though we maybe miles apart, we can be connected via skype and chat away :)
Thank God for all the things we done in the past.. Pictures really speak a thousand words and the notes, scrapbook and stuffs really help nurse the feeling of missing someone :)
Everyday I look forward to many things. But now I look forward to receiving Bernice's replies, via email or sms and especially looking forward to our skype chats and video calls..
Like what Bernice says, a small sacrifice for a greater future.. I believe with all my heart that we're gonna make it through and we will continue to support each other dreams and visions!
Thank God for all the things we done in the past.. Pictures really speak a thousand words and the notes, scrapbook and stuffs really help nurse the feeling of missing someone :)
Everyday I look forward to many things. But now I look forward to receiving Bernice's replies, via email or sms and especially looking forward to our skype chats and video calls..
Like what Bernice says, a small sacrifice for a greater future.. I believe with all my heart that we're gonna make it through and we will continue to support each other dreams and visions!
Monday, August 31, 2009
I'm back!
Recently I've been thinking about a particular subject. A subject that's quite close to my heart and something that I was tested with a few times.
Wouldn't say that I'm the expert in this subject, but I got my 50 cents worth of experience to share.
The price to pay
Many times we hear preachers, pastors, leaders telling us that there's always a price to pay, a sacrifice to make. Generally, 99% of the congregation would respond in faith, raise up their hands and repeat the prayer after the leader, feel extremely good, pumped up and ready for the week ahead.
But when it's really time to pay the price, how many people actually pay the price?
I'm an extremely late bloomer. Having to retake my "O" levels, I was jolted to my senses, knowing that it's not a candy world out here. So I took my studies seriously and did well enough for Polytechnic.
It was always my ambition to be a pilot; a fighter pilot, above all the commoners, coolness personified. Walking around with shades, dressed up from head to toe in Hugo Boss and driving an Audi R8.
I frequently shared about the dreams of being a pilot, the perks of being one and worshipped by millions of kids.
Bear in mind that I've yet to know God during this period of time, so there's a huge problem with pride over here.
Having come from a very supportive family, my sister took all the trouble to get me the registration form from the Singapore Youth Flying Club and somehow, my parents had a connection in SYFC and I got my registration approval almost immediately.
So there I was, king of the world, member of the SYFC strutting my stuff to school and occasionally skipping classes because I had something more important to do in SYFC.
Then God came into my life.
Somewhat, my life was totally transformed. Things started changing, priorities changed and my attitudes started to change too.
Knowing that Christians are supposed to be nicer people, I started to be nicer to my classmates, hanging out with them more and being more friendly.
I attended Church, Cellgroups, Prayer Meetings, Pre-Service Prayer Meetings. Whatever my CGL told me to attend, I'll be there; if I'm free.
But this wasn't the price to pay for my commitment to Christ.
Slowly, God began to work in my heart. He gave me a call, a vision, a purpose. Something stirred in my heart.
Once every 2 weeks, I would be unable to attend Cell Group Meetings because of my commitment in SYFC. Thinking that it wouldn't hinder my growth in Church, I proceeded with the training, trying to balance Church and SYFC.
But the day came when I was asked to sacrifice SYFC, to focus mainly in my growth in Christ. My ambition was challenged, aspirations dashed and hope gone.
I felt God had called me to lead, to build up leaders for Him. But I was a young Christian, who would take me seriously? And I couldn't understand why God would want me to sacrifice something that I like.
So I didn't sacrifice SYFC immediately. I kept holding on to it.
Soon after, I felt uneasy. I knew something had to go. My interest in flying took a dip and I started to dread flying or attend lessons. I tried to motivate myself to be attentive in class and to fly to the best of my ability.
But nothing could beat being in Church, feeling at ease.
I prayed, hard and long. I asked God to not take away SYFC from me. I wanted God to do things my way, I wanted Him to give me what I wanted. But week after week, classes in SYFC were getting from bad to worst and my grading fell like a ton of bricks.
Then my CGL spoke to me again. Asked if I still have the passion and desire to be a pilot. Truth be told- I was still interested, but I knew it wasn't working out well for me. So I told my CGL (then) that I would leave SYFC.
So the price that I had to pay starts now.
Imagine the commotion I faced when I shared with my Sister about the decision I was able to make. My Sister questioned every decision that I made and about God. My parents were utterly disappointed with my decision and furious that I'm attending Church and spending so much time and money there.
I made my stand, prayed a prayer to God saying, "God, I'll give up flying now. But if it's Your will for me to fly, I'll get the chance to fly in the future."
So I left SYFC, feeling very happy (I had a really bad flight that day)
I sacrificed my dreams and aspirations for God.
To many, it may seem foolish. But to me, I know that God will not short-change me and I'll be able to fulfil a greater destiny God has placed in my heart.
This is the price that I had to pay.
Some of you may experience something even greater that requires a greater sacrifice. But do not be afraid to trust God and take the step of faith.
God says that His ways are greater then ours and the path of the righteous will always shine, from glory to glory!
Recently I've been thinking about a particular subject. A subject that's quite close to my heart and something that I was tested with a few times.
Wouldn't say that I'm the expert in this subject, but I got my 50 cents worth of experience to share.
The price to pay
Many times we hear preachers, pastors, leaders telling us that there's always a price to pay, a sacrifice to make. Generally, 99% of the congregation would respond in faith, raise up their hands and repeat the prayer after the leader, feel extremely good, pumped up and ready for the week ahead.
But when it's really time to pay the price, how many people actually pay the price?
I'm an extremely late bloomer. Having to retake my "O" levels, I was jolted to my senses, knowing that it's not a candy world out here. So I took my studies seriously and did well enough for Polytechnic.
It was always my ambition to be a pilot; a fighter pilot, above all the commoners, coolness personified. Walking around with shades, dressed up from head to toe in Hugo Boss and driving an Audi R8.
I frequently shared about the dreams of being a pilot, the perks of being one and worshipped by millions of kids.
Bear in mind that I've yet to know God during this period of time, so there's a huge problem with pride over here.
Having come from a very supportive family, my sister took all the trouble to get me the registration form from the Singapore Youth Flying Club and somehow, my parents had a connection in SYFC and I got my registration approval almost immediately.
So there I was, king of the world, member of the SYFC strutting my stuff to school and occasionally skipping classes because I had something more important to do in SYFC.
Then God came into my life.
Somewhat, my life was totally transformed. Things started changing, priorities changed and my attitudes started to change too.
Knowing that Christians are supposed to be nicer people, I started to be nicer to my classmates, hanging out with them more and being more friendly.
I attended Church, Cellgroups, Prayer Meetings, Pre-Service Prayer Meetings. Whatever my CGL told me to attend, I'll be there; if I'm free.
But this wasn't the price to pay for my commitment to Christ.
Slowly, God began to work in my heart. He gave me a call, a vision, a purpose. Something stirred in my heart.
Once every 2 weeks, I would be unable to attend Cell Group Meetings because of my commitment in SYFC. Thinking that it wouldn't hinder my growth in Church, I proceeded with the training, trying to balance Church and SYFC.
But the day came when I was asked to sacrifice SYFC, to focus mainly in my growth in Christ. My ambition was challenged, aspirations dashed and hope gone.
I felt God had called me to lead, to build up leaders for Him. But I was a young Christian, who would take me seriously? And I couldn't understand why God would want me to sacrifice something that I like.
So I didn't sacrifice SYFC immediately. I kept holding on to it.
Soon after, I felt uneasy. I knew something had to go. My interest in flying took a dip and I started to dread flying or attend lessons. I tried to motivate myself to be attentive in class and to fly to the best of my ability.
But nothing could beat being in Church, feeling at ease.
I prayed, hard and long. I asked God to not take away SYFC from me. I wanted God to do things my way, I wanted Him to give me what I wanted. But week after week, classes in SYFC were getting from bad to worst and my grading fell like a ton of bricks.
Then my CGL spoke to me again. Asked if I still have the passion and desire to be a pilot. Truth be told- I was still interested, but I knew it wasn't working out well for me. So I told my CGL (then) that I would leave SYFC.
So the price that I had to pay starts now.
Imagine the commotion I faced when I shared with my Sister about the decision I was able to make. My Sister questioned every decision that I made and about God. My parents were utterly disappointed with my decision and furious that I'm attending Church and spending so much time and money there.
I made my stand, prayed a prayer to God saying, "God, I'll give up flying now. But if it's Your will for me to fly, I'll get the chance to fly in the future."
So I left SYFC, feeling very happy (I had a really bad flight that day)
I sacrificed my dreams and aspirations for God.
To many, it may seem foolish. But to me, I know that God will not short-change me and I'll be able to fulfil a greater destiny God has placed in my heart.
This is the price that I had to pay.
Some of you may experience something even greater that requires a greater sacrifice. But do not be afraid to trust God and take the step of faith.
God says that His ways are greater then ours and the path of the righteous will always shine, from glory to glory!
Sunday, August 16, 2009
LOVE STORY (Taylor Swift) meets VIVA LA VIDA (Coldplay) - Piano Cello - by Jon Schmidt
Amazing combination of 2 songs!
Sunday, June 07, 2009
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Coldplay - Viva La Vida
Do you believe that signs and wonders happen when this song is performed?
The sick get healed and a sense of hope is being released.
Songs of the future.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Diversity - Dance Act - Britains Got Talent 2009 Ep 3
Bunch of people just coming together, doing amazing things.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
In office now, listened to Loui Giglio preach about God, and how great God is.
Amazed and awestruck.
Certain parts you'll find familar, as Pastor Kong preached a similar message last year. Still a good reminder I felt.
If you've time, listen to the message. Only 40 minutes of your time, it's gonna change your life.
Amazed and awestruck.
Certain parts you'll find familar, as Pastor Kong preached a similar message last year. Still a good reminder I felt.
If you've time, listen to the message. Only 40 minutes of your time, it's gonna change your life.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Sound of Music | Central Station Antwerp (Belgium)
This is so cool. Maybe Spore shd have something like this too, ease off the fast paced environment.
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
I took a lift with 2 strangers.
Both elderly, staying just one level below me.
The elderly man had blood stains on his shirt, left eye puffed up with stitches near his brow. Blue-black all over, very fresh wound.
The elderly woman looked very tired, but struck an conversation with me. She asked if I had just ended work.
With all politeness, I asked the uncle if he's alright.
Auntie said uncle fell down.
Uncle said they waited for more than three hours in a hospital.
I was shocked.
How could the hospital make an elderly couple wait for 3 hours? Stitch him up and send them back by themselves? I'm guessing that they stay by themselves because their children are not with them.
Right now, I'm thinking how can they take care of each other? Both elderly, probably not very sure of what to do to prevent infection.
If you're a certified First-Aider, or nurse, do contact me? Perhaps we can visit the couple and help to check out the dressing for the uncle.
Both elderly, staying just one level below me.
The elderly man had blood stains on his shirt, left eye puffed up with stitches near his brow. Blue-black all over, very fresh wound.
The elderly woman looked very tired, but struck an conversation with me. She asked if I had just ended work.
With all politeness, I asked the uncle if he's alright.
Auntie said uncle fell down.
Uncle said they waited for more than three hours in a hospital.
I was shocked.
How could the hospital make an elderly couple wait for 3 hours? Stitch him up and send them back by themselves? I'm guessing that they stay by themselves because their children are not with them.
Right now, I'm thinking how can they take care of each other? Both elderly, probably not very sure of what to do to prevent infection.
If you're a certified First-Aider, or nurse, do contact me? Perhaps we can visit the couple and help to check out the dressing for the uncle.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Joel 3:9-11 (Message Bible)
Announce this to the godless nations:
Prepare for battle!
Soldiers at attention!
Present arms! Advance!
Turn your shovels into swords,
turn your hoes into spears.
Let the weak one throw out his chest
and say, "I'm tough, I'm a fighter."
Hurry up, pagans! Wherever you are, get a move on!
Get your act together.
Prepare to be
shattered by God!
WOW.
Recently I watched this show called, "We Were Soldiers" starring Mel Gibson. It was amazing. It spoke of how this particular officer prepared his guys for war in Vietnam, out numbered and without much information from the higher ups.
This is what he said before they left for Vietnam.
"Look around you. In the 7th Cavalry, we got a captain from the Ukraine, another from Puerto Rico. We got Japanese, Chinese, blacks, Hispanics, Cherokee Indians, Jews and Gentiles—all American. Now here in the States, some men in this unit may experience discrimination because of race or creed, but for you and me now, all that is gone. We're moving into the valley of the shadow of death, where you will watch the back of the man next to you, as he will watch yours, and you won't care what color he is or by what name he calls God. They say we're leaving Home. We're going to what home was always supposed to be. Let us understand the situation. We're going into battle against a tough and determined enemy. I can't promise you that I will bring you all home alive, but this I swear, before you and before almighty God: that when we go into battle, I will be the first one to set foot on the field, and I will be the last to step off. And I will leave no one behind. Dead or alive, we will all come home together. So help me God."
Very much in relation to Jesus-
Jesus is like our Commander. Before we set our foot into battle, He has already been there and brought us victory. Jesus never leaves us behind, He promises to be always with us and to bring us through the toughest moments.
Jesus is colourblind. He doesn't look at the colour of your skin. But He looks at your heart.
Jesus says that the temptations are real, but He says there is not a temptation so hard that we will break.
It's quite amazing to see the common grace of God at work throughout the show. I can't quite mention it here because you've to watch it to feel it for yourself.
The youtube Video above is the final battle scene. Hopelessly outnumbered by the Viet, but because of the courage shown by the commander, and him leading the way, and superior tactics, they managed to run over the viets.
Amazing.
Announce this to the godless nations:
Prepare for battle!
Soldiers at attention!
Present arms! Advance!
Turn your shovels into swords,
turn your hoes into spears.
Let the weak one throw out his chest
and say, "I'm tough, I'm a fighter."
Hurry up, pagans! Wherever you are, get a move on!
Get your act together.
Prepare to be
shattered by God!
WOW.
Recently I watched this show called, "We Were Soldiers" starring Mel Gibson. It was amazing. It spoke of how this particular officer prepared his guys for war in Vietnam, out numbered and without much information from the higher ups.
This is what he said before they left for Vietnam.
"Look around you. In the 7th Cavalry, we got a captain from the Ukraine, another from Puerto Rico. We got Japanese, Chinese, blacks, Hispanics, Cherokee Indians, Jews and Gentiles—all American. Now here in the States, some men in this unit may experience discrimination because of race or creed, but for you and me now, all that is gone. We're moving into the valley of the shadow of death, where you will watch the back of the man next to you, as he will watch yours, and you won't care what color he is or by what name he calls God. They say we're leaving Home. We're going to what home was always supposed to be. Let us understand the situation. We're going into battle against a tough and determined enemy. I can't promise you that I will bring you all home alive, but this I swear, before you and before almighty God: that when we go into battle, I will be the first one to set foot on the field, and I will be the last to step off. And I will leave no one behind. Dead or alive, we will all come home together. So help me God."
Very much in relation to Jesus-
Jesus is like our Commander. Before we set our foot into battle, He has already been there and brought us victory. Jesus never leaves us behind, He promises to be always with us and to bring us through the toughest moments.
Jesus is colourblind. He doesn't look at the colour of your skin. But He looks at your heart.
Jesus says that the temptations are real, but He says there is not a temptation so hard that we will break.
It's quite amazing to see the common grace of God at work throughout the show. I can't quite mention it here because you've to watch it to feel it for yourself.
The youtube Video above is the final battle scene. Hopelessly outnumbered by the Viet, but because of the courage shown by the commander, and him leading the way, and superior tactics, they managed to run over the viets.
Amazing.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Perspective.
It is just one simple word that divides the world into half.
To one, the cup is always half full, but to the other, its half empty.
If only everyone can be content with what they have, but continue to work hard to achieve more, wouldn't this place be a happier place?
Some people are just paying their lives off debts. Paying off things that they wanted, but not needed. They don't seem to care, because they are not contented with what they have.
Do I have to show everyone that I'm wearing the latest branded clothes? Why can't I get something as nice, but cheaper?
I can be the worst situation in my life, but see it as something God is using to mould me.
Life's quite short already, why do you want to torture yourself with such negative thoughts? Fill yourself with the powerful positive energies, see things in a different light!!
Don't be like the person beside you.
Lead the person beside you; and follow Jesus.
It is just one simple word that divides the world into half.
To one, the cup is always half full, but to the other, its half empty.
If only everyone can be content with what they have, but continue to work hard to achieve more, wouldn't this place be a happier place?
Some people are just paying their lives off debts. Paying off things that they wanted, but not needed. They don't seem to care, because they are not contented with what they have.
Do I have to show everyone that I'm wearing the latest branded clothes? Why can't I get something as nice, but cheaper?
I can be the worst situation in my life, but see it as something God is using to mould me.
Life's quite short already, why do you want to torture yourself with such negative thoughts? Fill yourself with the powerful positive energies, see things in a different light!!
Don't be like the person beside you.
Lead the person beside you; and follow Jesus.
Saturday, March 07, 2009
The Power Within You.
We always hear quotes like, "Greater is He who's in me, than he who's in the world." and many other quotes similar to that concept.
How many times has everyone said yes and amen to that? At least once!
So why do some people stumble and fall whenever they face an obstacle, or simply give up and ask God to take it away?
Some even wallow in self-pity and start feeling useless.
Don't they all know that greater is He who's in us, than he who's in the world?
Yes, they all know. But the situation is always different. That quote can never be applied to their situation. But but but, but this but that.
What's the problem here?
Knowing something is different from believing something.
If you know that I'm a male, you may not believe that my name is Joel. Simply because you don't believe!
But if you know and believe, you believe everything that's said.
And so if you believe God, and He is Someone that wouldn't lie. He says that greater is He who's in YOU, which means that within you contains this certain anointing.
In you is an abundance of wealth, wisdom, knowledge, love and victories.
What's the use of crying, drowning in self pity when God has already given you victory?
isn't it easier, emotionally, for you to tap into the river of God, freshen up and keep walking, than to become emotionally tired or even shutdown and feel super lousy?
As everything around you pressures in, are you able to withstand the pressure from within? Or do you simply succumb to the pressure and give up?
Greater is He who's in me, than he who's in the world.
No matter how strong the enemy is, the victory has already been won. Don't give the enemy glory.
Overcoming difficulties and challenges is never about doing it yourself. But it's working on a supernatural realm, receiving that ability to breakthrough and the strength to not fall back again. If you're doing things by your own strength, you'll find yourself to be weary. But if you're tapping into the resource that's in you, you'll find strength.
No matter what's thrown at you, you'll be able to laugh at the face of adversity, point your fingers at it and say "Greater is He who's in me, than he who's in the world!"
We always hear quotes like, "Greater is He who's in me, than he who's in the world." and many other quotes similar to that concept.
How many times has everyone said yes and amen to that? At least once!
So why do some people stumble and fall whenever they face an obstacle, or simply give up and ask God to take it away?
Some even wallow in self-pity and start feeling useless.
Don't they all know that greater is He who's in us, than he who's in the world?
Yes, they all know. But the situation is always different. That quote can never be applied to their situation. But but but, but this but that.
What's the problem here?
Knowing something is different from believing something.
If you know that I'm a male, you may not believe that my name is Joel. Simply because you don't believe!
But if you know and believe, you believe everything that's said.
And so if you believe God, and He is Someone that wouldn't lie. He says that greater is He who's in YOU, which means that within you contains this certain anointing.
In you is an abundance of wealth, wisdom, knowledge, love and victories.
What's the use of crying, drowning in self pity when God has already given you victory?
isn't it easier, emotionally, for you to tap into the river of God, freshen up and keep walking, than to become emotionally tired or even shutdown and feel super lousy?
As everything around you pressures in, are you able to withstand the pressure from within? Or do you simply succumb to the pressure and give up?
Greater is He who's in me, than he who's in the world.
No matter how strong the enemy is, the victory has already been won. Don't give the enemy glory.
Overcoming difficulties and challenges is never about doing it yourself. But it's working on a supernatural realm, receiving that ability to breakthrough and the strength to not fall back again. If you're doing things by your own strength, you'll find yourself to be weary. But if you're tapping into the resource that's in you, you'll find strength.
No matter what's thrown at you, you'll be able to laugh at the face of adversity, point your fingers at it and say "Greater is He who's in me, than he who's in the world!"
Sunday, March 01, 2009
Haven't blogged for a long time!
I've been reading books, friction ones, recommended by Bernice. So far I've completed five books.
- Anansi Boys by Neil Gailman
- Italian Job by John Grisham
- Anne Frank (Non-Friction)
- Bleachers by John Grisham
- Rainmaker by John Grisham
No rewards for guessing who's my favorite author right now.
I'm amazed at the speed I'm completing these books too. Rainmaker got to be the thickest book, but I completed it within two days. Really quite an amazing feat, knowing that I used to take ages to finish reading a book.
I feel like I'm being transported into another place whenever I pick up the book to read. It's quite amazing how a simple book is able to capture so much of your attention that you'll find yourself reading it whenever you're free.
Anne Frank was quite amazing. Not as thick as Rainmaker, but I managed to complete reading it in one day. Anne Frank is a diary written by a Jewish girl during the time when Hitler was killing them. When I finished reading it, I had the shivers and I couldn't sleep. Not that it's scary, but it's like you feel for her so much that you just can't do nothing about it.
I'm probably heading to the library soon to borrow more of John Grisham's books and at the same time, read the other books that have collected dust on my shelf.
I'm still unemployed! =/
ACP Computers are very keen on hiring me, but they need to find a school that's keen on hiring me. Went for an interview at Bukit Timah Primary School, but the principal specifically mentioned that they are looking for someone with animation experience because they want to equip their students for the N-E Mation Contest.
Focus on the Family is also keen on hiring me, but working there will be like serving in a ministry. Not that I mind, but it means taking much time off during weekdays and weekdays, working in their newly opened Jurong outlet. Though the prospect seems good, I'm not quite sure if this would work out well for me.
Having to balance time between Church, Cellgroup, Bernice and Work would be quite difficult. Working hours is like 10am to 9pm, Tuesday to Saturday. There will be shift work, but I doubt so during the early stages of the Jurong outlet.
How I yearn for a Mon-Fri 9am to 6pm job, that pays and treats me well. How I hope and pray that it's not another sales company and definitely not insurance. How I hope that it's not mundane work, and there's a good career prospect. Wages wise, I'm not asking for $2000, but I'm willing to even consider $1,600.
Interviews are starting to get really draggy! Toying with the idea that maybe it will really be a great time to start studying again. Three years in SIM and do miracles, three years to tide through the crisis. I'll graduate with a degree, with a smirk on my face, I'm ready for the workforce again.
Maybe I can do law, after reading John Grisham's book, I find it really interesting. I'll not belong to the upper echelons, but I'll be the honest and hardworking one. Win a trial that awards my client 50 million bucks and I'm done.
LOL. Don't burst my bubble please.
I've been reading books, friction ones, recommended by Bernice. So far I've completed five books.
- Anansi Boys by Neil Gailman
- Italian Job by John Grisham
- Anne Frank (Non-Friction)
- Bleachers by John Grisham
- Rainmaker by John Grisham
No rewards for guessing who's my favorite author right now.
I'm amazed at the speed I'm completing these books too. Rainmaker got to be the thickest book, but I completed it within two days. Really quite an amazing feat, knowing that I used to take ages to finish reading a book.
I feel like I'm being transported into another place whenever I pick up the book to read. It's quite amazing how a simple book is able to capture so much of your attention that you'll find yourself reading it whenever you're free.
Anne Frank was quite amazing. Not as thick as Rainmaker, but I managed to complete reading it in one day. Anne Frank is a diary written by a Jewish girl during the time when Hitler was killing them. When I finished reading it, I had the shivers and I couldn't sleep. Not that it's scary, but it's like you feel for her so much that you just can't do nothing about it.
I'm probably heading to the library soon to borrow more of John Grisham's books and at the same time, read the other books that have collected dust on my shelf.
I'm still unemployed! =/
ACP Computers are very keen on hiring me, but they need to find a school that's keen on hiring me. Went for an interview at Bukit Timah Primary School, but the principal specifically mentioned that they are looking for someone with animation experience because they want to equip their students for the N-E Mation Contest.
Focus on the Family is also keen on hiring me, but working there will be like serving in a ministry. Not that I mind, but it means taking much time off during weekdays and weekdays, working in their newly opened Jurong outlet. Though the prospect seems good, I'm not quite sure if this would work out well for me.
Having to balance time between Church, Cellgroup, Bernice and Work would be quite difficult. Working hours is like 10am to 9pm, Tuesday to Saturday. There will be shift work, but I doubt so during the early stages of the Jurong outlet.
How I yearn for a Mon-Fri 9am to 6pm job, that pays and treats me well. How I hope and pray that it's not another sales company and definitely not insurance. How I hope that it's not mundane work, and there's a good career prospect. Wages wise, I'm not asking for $2000, but I'm willing to even consider $1,600.
Interviews are starting to get really draggy! Toying with the idea that maybe it will really be a great time to start studying again. Three years in SIM and do miracles, three years to tide through the crisis. I'll graduate with a degree, with a smirk on my face, I'm ready for the workforce again.
Maybe I can do law, after reading John Grisham's book, I find it really interesting. I'll not belong to the upper echelons, but I'll be the honest and hardworking one. Win a trial that awards my client 50 million bucks and I'm done.
LOL. Don't burst my bubble please.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Thursday, February 05, 2009
Wong Fei Hung tribute Jet Li/Jackie Chan
When was the last time you watched movies like that?
I think I prefer Jet Li than Jackie Chan..
Tuesday, February 03, 2009
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Life's full of unexpectancy.
I just came back from my cousin?'s funeral. He's only 27 and he died of cancer.
Not sure what's the exact relation we have, but though he's a distant relative, we still meet once every year.
I was stunned when I heard the news from my mom. I recall him as a person who's full of life, often the center of attraction and a total extrovert. I often hear people praising him, about how he's so caring, understanding and helpful.
He was like the model child that every parent wish to have.
Only today, I found out he's a Christian. I was quite blown away during the wake, as I sat there listening to the stories of how unselfish he was and how he sacrificed his time and energy for the people around him.
Because of what he did, his parents started attending church. Even his grandmother started attending church last year.
With such little time, he produced much fruits.
Isn't this what life is all about? Not just meeting deadlines, rushing from place to place and making ends meet. But it's about the people around us, around you and me, your loved ones.
Being a Christian is not just to attend weekend services and prayer meetings.
People don't care how much you know, until they know how much you care.
Have we been too sheltered? Too comfortable in church, with all our church friends, that we've forgotten about those who are suffering without Jesus.
Or have we become judgemental and critical? Condemning others who are different from us and their lifestyle.
As much as we should do great things for God, we should always remember that Jesus served the community and the people around Him. He is King, yet He washed the feet of the disciples. He's the Son of God, yet He chose to die on the cross for us all.
A Christian-ist pride is still pride. Proud that you're saved and going to Heaven while everyone around you is condemned because of their lifestyle?
Heaven is a happy place because your loved ones are all with you, in eternity, worshipping God. But would it be happy if your loved ones are not with you? And you see them suffering, seperated from the presence of God.
Life's short.
Stop whining and do something great for God. While you're at it, pray for your family members to be saved, loved ones, everyone to be saved. And when you reunite in Heaven, it's a great time of celebration, for eternity.
I just came back from my cousin?'s funeral. He's only 27 and he died of cancer.
Not sure what's the exact relation we have, but though he's a distant relative, we still meet once every year.
I was stunned when I heard the news from my mom. I recall him as a person who's full of life, often the center of attraction and a total extrovert. I often hear people praising him, about how he's so caring, understanding and helpful.
He was like the model child that every parent wish to have.
Only today, I found out he's a Christian. I was quite blown away during the wake, as I sat there listening to the stories of how unselfish he was and how he sacrificed his time and energy for the people around him.
Because of what he did, his parents started attending church. Even his grandmother started attending church last year.
With such little time, he produced much fruits.
Isn't this what life is all about? Not just meeting deadlines, rushing from place to place and making ends meet. But it's about the people around us, around you and me, your loved ones.
Being a Christian is not just to attend weekend services and prayer meetings.
People don't care how much you know, until they know how much you care.
Have we been too sheltered? Too comfortable in church, with all our church friends, that we've forgotten about those who are suffering without Jesus.
Or have we become judgemental and critical? Condemning others who are different from us and their lifestyle.
As much as we should do great things for God, we should always remember that Jesus served the community and the people around Him. He is King, yet He washed the feet of the disciples. He's the Son of God, yet He chose to die on the cross for us all.
A Christian-ist pride is still pride. Proud that you're saved and going to Heaven while everyone around you is condemned because of their lifestyle?
Heaven is a happy place because your loved ones are all with you, in eternity, worshipping God. But would it be happy if your loved ones are not with you? And you see them suffering, seperated from the presence of God.
Life's short.
Stop whining and do something great for God. While you're at it, pray for your family members to be saved, loved ones, everyone to be saved. And when you reunite in Heaven, it's a great time of celebration, for eternity.
Friday, January 16, 2009
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
I feel old when I tell people that I've just been retrenched by my company.
Retrenchment seemed to only affect older people, without proper certifications. But now I know that retrenchment doesn't necessary affect matured workers.
Even thought I was retrenched, I was quite happy because I was starting to feel sick and tired of working at that place. Everyday was quite a bore and I simply spent the day playing games in facebook and chatting in MSN.
Not quite a good testimony, but I can boldly say that I've played my part and played it well too.
So what kind of jobs am I looking for?
Ideally, I would love to work full time in church. But I'm not very sure if there's any openings. I had this thought of being a missionary too, but I don't think CHC takes in people just like that.
Realistically, I've re-applied to be a relief teacher, just get some income in the mean time. I've also re-applied to be a CCPE in schools. Basically to coordinate CCA and CIP programs for the students.
Considering another post in MOE, but the job will not be open until 24 Jan 2009.
Don't have much time to waste! It's mid January and I've about 8.5 months left before Bernice leaves for UK to study! =( Tho it seems that we spend time together almost everyday. Sometimes it's quite challenging thinking of the things to do. But there will be days when everything will be so spontaneous, and we'll have such a great time together.
Anyway! Things can only be better starting from now!!
Looking forward to greater things in 2009!
Retrenchment seemed to only affect older people, without proper certifications. But now I know that retrenchment doesn't necessary affect matured workers.
Even thought I was retrenched, I was quite happy because I was starting to feel sick and tired of working at that place. Everyday was quite a bore and I simply spent the day playing games in facebook and chatting in MSN.
Not quite a good testimony, but I can boldly say that I've played my part and played it well too.
So what kind of jobs am I looking for?
Ideally, I would love to work full time in church. But I'm not very sure if there's any openings. I had this thought of being a missionary too, but I don't think CHC takes in people just like that.
Realistically, I've re-applied to be a relief teacher, just get some income in the mean time. I've also re-applied to be a CCPE in schools. Basically to coordinate CCA and CIP programs for the students.
Considering another post in MOE, but the job will not be open until 24 Jan 2009.
Don't have much time to waste! It's mid January and I've about 8.5 months left before Bernice leaves for UK to study! =( Tho it seems that we spend time together almost everyday. Sometimes it's quite challenging thinking of the things to do. But there will be days when everything will be so spontaneous, and we'll have such a great time together.
Anyway! Things can only be better starting from now!!
Looking forward to greater things in 2009!
Tuesday, January 06, 2009
"As many of you know, I have been losing weight throughout 2008," he said. "The reason has been a mystery to me and my doctors. A few weeks ago, I decided that getting to the root cause of this and reversing it needed to become my number one priority.
"Fortunately, after further testing, my doctors think they have found the cause -- a hormone imbalance that has been 'robbing' me of the proteins my body needs to be healthy. Sophisticated blood tests have confirmed this diagnosis."
"Fortunately, after further testing, my doctors think they have found the cause -- a hormone imbalance that has been 'robbing' me of the proteins my body needs to be healthy. Sophisticated blood tests have confirmed this diagnosis."
-Steve Jobs, Apple CEO
Hmm. I've been losing weight and mass throughout 2008 too!!
Maybe I'm the next Apple CEO, or another company.
How about....
CEO of .... Durian?
Sunday, January 04, 2009
What do I want to achieve in this life?
This question rang in my head as I walked home from Bukit Panjang Plaza.
I felt like I've wasted so much of my time, 24 years, doing nothing significant and ending up running in circles.
Have I been aimlessly living my life, even though I've visions and dreams? What's the use of having visions and dreams when there seems to be no work done towards it.
With every step that I take, a question fired out of no where, searching deeper into my heart.
Pretty soon, the topic of Church and God came into my mind.
What have I gained from going to Church and God?
I was speechless for the moment as I searched my mind for standard answers. They were not from my heart and it's simply quotes that are so frequently quoted in Church.
Is this really the life that I'm living? Am I going to be just another passerby on Earth? Without any significant contribution for the kingdom of God?
A desperate cry for God, at a desperate moment.
2 Chronicles 7:14
If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray , and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
Then I shared with God about what happened earlier and He said.
Galatians 6:9
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
Then I complained and quoted this verse
Proverbs 13:12
Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.
And I got smacked by God.
Nah. Not really.
Somehow, I was reminded of this verse about Jesus weeping. Which reminded me that God is a God of emotions too, that He understands how we feel during times of difficulties.
He's not just a ruler that sits on a throne, nonchalant and harden. But He's a God who has came to Earth, died for our sins and rose again in victory. Nothing is too difficult for our God and no matter what we are going through, He is able to help us with the difficulties.
By human effort, you can achieve an considerable achievement. But together with God, amazing things can happen. I wouldn't want to achieve based on my own physical human strength. But I want to yield to Him and let Him take over.
Contradictions between the Spirit and Flesh is always on-going.
Must overcome the temptations.
This question rang in my head as I walked home from Bukit Panjang Plaza.
I felt like I've wasted so much of my time, 24 years, doing nothing significant and ending up running in circles.
Have I been aimlessly living my life, even though I've visions and dreams? What's the use of having visions and dreams when there seems to be no work done towards it.
With every step that I take, a question fired out of no where, searching deeper into my heart.
Pretty soon, the topic of Church and God came into my mind.
What have I gained from going to Church and God?
I was speechless for the moment as I searched my mind for standard answers. They were not from my heart and it's simply quotes that are so frequently quoted in Church.
Is this really the life that I'm living? Am I going to be just another passerby on Earth? Without any significant contribution for the kingdom of God?
A desperate cry for God, at a desperate moment.
2 Chronicles 7:14
If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray , and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
Then I shared with God about what happened earlier and He said.
Galatians 6:9
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
Then I complained and quoted this verse
Proverbs 13:12
Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.
And I got smacked by God.
Nah. Not really.
Somehow, I was reminded of this verse about Jesus weeping. Which reminded me that God is a God of emotions too, that He understands how we feel during times of difficulties.
He's not just a ruler that sits on a throne, nonchalant and harden. But He's a God who has came to Earth, died for our sins and rose again in victory. Nothing is too difficult for our God and no matter what we are going through, He is able to help us with the difficulties.
By human effort, you can achieve an considerable achievement. But together with God, amazing things can happen. I wouldn't want to achieve based on my own physical human strength. But I want to yield to Him and let Him take over.
Contradictions between the Spirit and Flesh is always on-going.
Must overcome the temptations.
Saturday, January 03, 2009
31 December has come and gone.
It was a day full of fun, joy and surprises.
With Bernice, we went on a planned trip to P. Ubin. The agenda was to visit Chek Jawa, have a little picnic at one of the beaches and for me to bring her to the highest point in Ubin.
Ubin was packed that day! Loads of people were visiting Ubin too! (people mountain people sea, that sort of feeling) For a fleeting moment I thought our 'getaway' will be diluted. But the moment we got our bicycles and cycled away into the lost lands of Ubin (you think this is jurassic park?), we found ourselves surrounded by nature and God's creation. (if you look hard enough, u can see the tyrannosaurus lurking behind the bush....right.)
Wild boars, butterflies and iguna lizards (iguanas ARE already lizards, dear) made their special appearances. 'Crocodile' Hunter, Bernice Yeo, sneaked up to the creatures and tried to take pretty shots of them, though half of the time, she scares them away.
Finally we made it to Mamaam Beach. Salad was on the menu and we happy chomped our greens down. Though the waves were threatening to devour us, we bravely sat on the edge of the rocks, risking being soaking wet. Well, the not-so-brave 'Crocodile' hunter backed out and opted for a safer option because her socks were about to get wet and she doesn't like wet socks.
Talk about being a wet blanket.
(unless you, joel "braveheart' kuek, enjoys eating heavily-polluted-seawater seasoned salad and seeing our bags and shoes getting washed away by the waves, I'd say what i did was pretty smart. So there.)
ANYWAY, greens were really nice, prepared by Bernice. Probably the only time I'll eat so much greens. (of course la. there were two types of lettuce, ham cubes, fruits and nuts...)
NEXT STOP! Chek Jawa! We cycled our way in and it was a crazily crazy long route. Uphills, downhills and slopes of all sorts, we finally made it to the site. Parked our bikes and walked into the main reception counter.
It's HIGH TIDE!! Gosh. Kinda pointless to visit Chek Jawa when it's the high tide because all you see is the waves and that's about it.
So I brought her to the highest point of Ubin.
Pretty-licious place and it took her breath away. We set up the place, kicked off our shoes, socks and bags. Ready for a blasting great time when the heavens blasted too.
We could see that it was raining cows and donkeys on mainland. I was just joking with her that we can call our friends and tease them. Before I could stop laughing, the skies over Ubin turned dark and raindrops started dropping on our heads.
*irritated*
Did our mini rescue mission, and we nearly wanted to brave the rain and just hold our ground. But the torrential rain didn't stop. Made our way down the hill and the rain stopped.
How wonderful.
But it was quite a refreshing experience. The rain washed away our sweat and it felt like we took a nice shower. Our clothes were not exactly soaking wet because we covered ourselves with my army towel, our shoes and socks were still very dry.
Thank God!! It became like showers of blessings! Which I happily coined it.
Cycled back to the main ubin area and we had really fantastic coconuts. It was so sweet, that would be the taste of heaven's plain water. Totally went crazy drinking the coconut, not knowing that Bernice was setting up for a surprise in main land.
Travelled back home and I realized all the doors at home were closed. Sensing something was wrong, I went to my room and opened the door.
I saw a face, with a mask and a party popper pointed at me.
Slammed the door shut, held onto the door handle and told Bernice that there's someone inside. That very smart girl who played a part in planning this surprise simply laughed away. I could hear laughter in my room too.
After about 2 minutes, I opened the door and saw three partners in crime.
Charmaine, Jodie and Junxiang. They 'broke' into my house, decorated my room, gave my mom a scare and surprised me on my birthday.
Really touched by the efforts they had put in, organising everything and planning everything behind my back.
Just when I thought they're not celebrating my birthday because it's new year's eve. Lol.
Ok. Bernice's taking over now. Anyway, she's the one writing in all the ( )s.
-
Well, joel has left for to go to service and I'm left to tidy up after him- as usual. On the other hand, I get to fill in all the parts that he conveniently missed out - like the look of pure panic on his face (you could practically seeing his knees trembling) as he frantically yanked the door shut. And the way he bewilderedly told me " there are PEOPLE in my room...holding party poppers!" Yeah, like you'd expect to find bank robbers in your room on new year's eve, holding party poppers as their weapon of choice. SO manly, joel kuek si jun.
And even then, he STILL didn't realise who it was inside his room...until like, 5 minutes later. It was AWESOME.
After all the laughter and some birthday bashing (we were using him as target practice for some balloon tossing -if you managed to nail him on the head, you got 50 points, and so on), we made him hunt for his birthday present.
Now, for any of you who'd got him tagged as some supremo expert detective, Sherlock Holmes type of guy, what with him being in the security elites and all - you got it WRONG. He would've scored almost zero for detecting and analytical skills - which was totally adorable, in a Mr Bean-esque way. He'd searched the whole house, including the store room, before even deigning to look under his bed, on the grounds that he thought the area under his bed was too messy for people to hide stuff in it.
To put things in a nutshell, he got a lovely white leather belt with a big metal buckle from River Island. Thanks to Charmaine, Jodie, Liangkai and Junxiang (:
I got him Springfield sneakers, which made him look about 10 years younger, so he wouldn't look so much like apaedophile next to me. Just kidding!
Right, let's fast forward...(as you can tell, I'm not a very enthusiastic blogger and all)...hung out for a while, ordered pizza...blah blah...Liangkai and Jonathan came by...blah...Ardie popped in too, and promptly got kicked out with the rest of the gang to complete the rest of their new year's partying, while we went prawning with joel's family.
Went prawning, only caught 5 miserable prawns, was disappointed. Ended the night/day with a movie marathon, which we fell asleep in the middle of.
The end!
It was a day full of fun, joy and surprises.
With Bernice, we went on a planned trip to P. Ubin. The agenda was to visit Chek Jawa, have a little picnic at one of the beaches and for me to bring her to the highest point in Ubin.
Ubin was packed that day! Loads of people were visiting Ubin too! (people mountain people sea, that sort of feeling) For a fleeting moment I thought our 'getaway' will be diluted. But the moment we got our bicycles and cycled away into the lost lands of Ubin (you think this is jurassic park?), we found ourselves surrounded by nature and God's creation. (if you look hard enough, u can see the tyrannosaurus lurking behind the bush....right.)
Wild boars, butterflies and iguna lizards (iguanas ARE already lizards, dear) made their special appearances. 'Crocodile' Hunter, Bernice Yeo, sneaked up to the creatures and tried to take pretty shots of them, though half of the time, she scares them away.
Finally we made it to Mamaam Beach. Salad was on the menu and we happy chomped our greens down. Though the waves were threatening to devour us, we bravely sat on the edge of the rocks, risking being soaking wet. Well, the not-so-brave 'Crocodile' hunter backed out and opted for a safer option because her socks were about to get wet and she doesn't like wet socks.
Talk about being a wet blanket.
(unless you, joel "braveheart' kuek, enjoys eating heavily-polluted-seawater seasoned salad and seeing our bags and shoes getting washed away by the waves, I'd say what i did was pretty smart. So there.)
ANYWAY, greens were really nice, prepared by Bernice. Probably the only time I'll eat so much greens. (of course la. there were two types of lettuce, ham cubes, fruits and nuts...)
NEXT STOP! Chek Jawa! We cycled our way in and it was a crazily crazy long route. Uphills, downhills and slopes of all sorts, we finally made it to the site. Parked our bikes and walked into the main reception counter.
It's HIGH TIDE!! Gosh. Kinda pointless to visit Chek Jawa when it's the high tide because all you see is the waves and that's about it.
So I brought her to the highest point of Ubin.
Pretty-licious place and it took her breath away. We set up the place, kicked off our shoes, socks and bags. Ready for a blasting great time when the heavens blasted too.
We could see that it was raining cows and donkeys on mainland. I was just joking with her that we can call our friends and tease them. Before I could stop laughing, the skies over Ubin turned dark and raindrops started dropping on our heads.
*irritated*
Did our mini rescue mission, and we nearly wanted to brave the rain and just hold our ground. But the torrential rain didn't stop. Made our way down the hill and the rain stopped.
How wonderful.
But it was quite a refreshing experience. The rain washed away our sweat and it felt like we took a nice shower. Our clothes were not exactly soaking wet because we covered ourselves with my army towel, our shoes and socks were still very dry.
Thank God!! It became like showers of blessings! Which I happily coined it.
Cycled back to the main ubin area and we had really fantastic coconuts. It was so sweet, that would be the taste of heaven's plain water. Totally went crazy drinking the coconut, not knowing that Bernice was setting up for a surprise in main land.
Travelled back home and I realized all the doors at home were closed. Sensing something was wrong, I went to my room and opened the door.
I saw a face, with a mask and a party popper pointed at me.
Slammed the door shut, held onto the door handle and told Bernice that there's someone inside. That very smart girl who played a part in planning this surprise simply laughed away. I could hear laughter in my room too.
After about 2 minutes, I opened the door and saw three partners in crime.
Charmaine, Jodie and Junxiang. They 'broke' into my house, decorated my room, gave my mom a scare and surprised me on my birthday.
Really touched by the efforts they had put in, organising everything and planning everything behind my back.
Just when I thought they're not celebrating my birthday because it's new year's eve. Lol.
Ok. Bernice's taking over now. Anyway, she's the one writing in all the ( )s.
-
Well, joel has left for to go to service and I'm left to tidy up after him- as usual. On the other hand, I get to fill in all the parts that he conveniently missed out - like the look of pure panic on his face (you could practically seeing his knees trembling) as he frantically yanked the door shut. And the way he bewilderedly told me " there are PEOPLE in my room...holding party poppers!" Yeah, like you'd expect to find bank robbers in your room on new year's eve, holding party poppers as their weapon of choice. SO manly, joel kuek si jun.
And even then, he STILL didn't realise who it was inside his room...until like, 5 minutes later. It was AWESOME.
After all the laughter and some birthday bashing (we were using him as target practice for some balloon tossing -if you managed to nail him on the head, you got 50 points, and so on), we made him hunt for his birthday present.
Now, for any of you who'd got him tagged as some supremo expert detective, Sherlock Holmes type of guy, what with him being in the security elites and all - you got it WRONG. He would've scored almost zero for detecting and analytical skills - which was totally adorable, in a Mr Bean-esque way. He'd searched the whole house, including the store room, before even deigning to look under his bed, on the grounds that he thought the area under his bed was too messy for people to hide stuff in it.
To put things in a nutshell, he got a lovely white leather belt with a big metal buckle from River Island. Thanks to Charmaine, Jodie, Liangkai and Junxiang (:
I got him Springfield sneakers, which made him look about 10 years younger, so he wouldn't look so much like apaedophile next to me. Just kidding!
Right, let's fast forward...(as you can tell, I'm not a very enthusiastic blogger and all)...hung out for a while, ordered pizza...blah blah...Liangkai and Jonathan came by...blah...Ardie popped in too, and promptly got kicked out with the rest of the gang to complete the rest of their new year's partying, while we went prawning with joel's family.
Went prawning, only caught 5 miserable prawns, was disappointed. Ended the night/day with a movie marathon, which we fell asleep in the middle of.
The end!
Sunday, December 14, 2008
I am now blogging in Malaysia, Sunway Resorts!
Technically, opposite the hotels, at a LAN Shop.
The first impression is simply amazing. One word can describe this place- Grand.
The Christmas lights is simply amazing. If Orchard road is nice, this place is like heaven. The moment the taxi drove into the hotel, both Kim and I went crazy at the sight of the pretty and running lights.
Christmas is totally in the atmosphere here in this place.
My hotel room is cool too.
There's a bath tub! A mini kitchen and a really comfortable looking bed for me to lie on.
And right now, I'm chatting with Bernice in MSN!
GOTTA GO!
Technically, opposite the hotels, at a LAN Shop.
The first impression is simply amazing. One word can describe this place- Grand.
The Christmas lights is simply amazing. If Orchard road is nice, this place is like heaven. The moment the taxi drove into the hotel, both Kim and I went crazy at the sight of the pretty and running lights.
Christmas is totally in the atmosphere here in this place.
My hotel room is cool too.
There's a bath tub! A mini kitchen and a really comfortable looking bed for me to lie on.
And right now, I'm chatting with Bernice in MSN!
GOTTA GO!
Sunday, December 07, 2008
Like some old classmates reunion, today I met up with some of my friends that grew up together with me.
So much has changed and happened. The last time I met them as a group was probably 2 years ago? Before my National Service. From then till now, I've never really joined them for group outings or birthday celebrations.
Thinking back now, maybe I should have joined them more frequently.
So many changes in just 2 years.
Weilun is working as an Marketing Executive, Weiming is studying his Diploma in Logistics, Herman is still in the army, but doing his Degree, Carmen has grown taller and has two more years in her Vet studies.
It's amazing how time has past so quickly. Before we know it, we're all getting married and having kids.
It seems like yesterday was just one of the days that we played basketball together. The swift Herman always on his toes, deadly Weilun making impossible shots, miracle maker Weiming being the critical player all the time and no fears Carmen showing off her elbows to guys 10 times her size.
Seems like it was just yesterday, we played basketball from 4pm till 10pm, skipping dinner all the time.
Seems like it was yesterday, we played pool for 12 straight hours on New Year's Eve, because we won a lucky draw that entitled us 12 hours of free play.
Some things just don't change and I wish that they'll never change.
Because that's what make us unique.
So much has changed and happened. The last time I met them as a group was probably 2 years ago? Before my National Service. From then till now, I've never really joined them for group outings or birthday celebrations.
Thinking back now, maybe I should have joined them more frequently.
So many changes in just 2 years.
Weilun is working as an Marketing Executive, Weiming is studying his Diploma in Logistics, Herman is still in the army, but doing his Degree, Carmen has grown taller and has two more years in her Vet studies.
It's amazing how time has past so quickly. Before we know it, we're all getting married and having kids.
It seems like yesterday was just one of the days that we played basketball together. The swift Herman always on his toes, deadly Weilun making impossible shots, miracle maker Weiming being the critical player all the time and no fears Carmen showing off her elbows to guys 10 times her size.
Seems like it was just yesterday, we played basketball from 4pm till 10pm, skipping dinner all the time.
Seems like it was yesterday, we played pool for 12 straight hours on New Year's Eve, because we won a lucky draw that entitled us 12 hours of free play.
Some things just don't change and I wish that they'll never change.
Because that's what make us unique.
Friday, December 05, 2008
Thursday, December 04, 2008
It's DECEMBER!
27 more days to my birthday.
If you're reading this blog, and realize that it's going to be my birthday soon, don't worry! I thought of the BEST birthday gift you can give me.
1. CASH
2. CASH
3. MORE CASH!
YES! Don't bother squeezing with 4 million Singaporeans this christmas month and buy something that you think I may like! Just give the amount that you're willing to spend on me and GIVE IT TO ME!!
Isn't it better that way?
1. You've 'given' me my birthday gift
2. You don't to squeeze/queue/choose my gift
3. I get to buy whatever I like!
It's a WIN-WIN situation!
Btw. Christmas is a separate occasion. I'm expecting $_$ too!
MONEY MONEY MONEY! IT'S A RICH MAN'S WORLD!
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