Saturday, February 14, 2009
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Friend?
A friend who keeps you out of conversations
Don't update you abt life
Shoves away your concern
Sometimes I feel non-existent
Like I do not belong
If there is something I do not know abt or do not understand, I expect patience and exlplanation
A friend?
Maybe that happened when we were younger.
Differences do draw people apart.
Don't update you abt life
Shoves away your concern
Sometimes I feel non-existent
Like I do not belong
If there is something I do not know abt or do not understand, I expect patience and exlplanation
A friend?
Maybe that happened when we were younger.
Differences do draw people apart.
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Philippines 2008
Though it's our 2nd youth mission trip to Philippines and we did mainly the same ministry this time, there are new things to learn, a different phase of our journey. What I've learnt I'll summarize briefly:
-Love
-The temptation of the world
-Salvation belongs to God
-Pure joy
-Purpose in life
-the beautiful feet that brings the gospel
Nothing beats doing God's work. It's about the sense of fulfilment or achievement in doing something spiritual/social work. Sometimes ppl do good deeds like helping the poor etc. to 'redeem' their sins or make themselves feel better. Brother Sam said, "doing mission work is not social work." To me, the amt of material things we can bring to them truly ain't much. But the benefit of knowing Jesus Christ supercedes the things of the world.
To be frank, I wasn't all that excited about the mission trip. My prayer was just this: "God, you work." I guess the spiritual battle was fought b4 we took off for Philippines. Much unhappiness with the amt of preparation we had to do and I was more interested in living my life than doing something tedious. But I really thank God and my Pastor for helping me through all these prep work though I was a lil' buay kam wan but I didn't wanna offend God and God's servant.
Love, Joy...
How many times are our 'I love you's just lip service? Have you/I succumb to such hipocrisy? Albeit Love should be expressed verbally, action speaks louder than words. From my mission trip, I truly feel the love among the locals and their appreciation.
The most touching scene was Pastor Arhmenia's son running towards her calling out 'Mama!' and embracing way before she reaches home.
The fellowship which continues way after service ends. Singing to the wee hours before they go home, not minding the rocky roads and dark sky.
Sliding down the slope of the river bank and trying to conquer the 'mini waterfall'. A friend who sticks with you though you can communicate by exchanging a few words. Language barrier ain't no barrier to love.
'Isaiah 52:7(NIV)
Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society
7 How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, "Your God reigns!"'
ahh... wad an epiphany after walking the arduous journey to do visitiations. "Why feet?" I thought. We are so used to cars, and all the convenient mode of transportation tt we've forgotten tt the feet is the mode of transportation in the most rural area.
The Pastors climb up and down everyday to do bible study and evangelize, bringing the good news of Jesus Christ to the people of the village.
Just a lil testimony to share about Pastor Arhmenia whose life is change by our Lord Jesus Christ.
She used to go to disco, take alcohol, do drugs and lead a decadant life. Her son is born out of wedlock. But her life changed when she got to know Jesus. Now a Pastor of a young church and serves God 6 days a week, doing his work without lacking in zeal and an anointed preacher.
Oh, God I pray that you will keep them safe even though the tyhoon strikes and flood rises. Keep your faithful servants safe under you wings and lift them up in your righteous right hand.
(to be continued... ...)
-Love
-The temptation of the world
-Salvation belongs to God
-Pure joy
-Purpose in life
-the beautiful feet that brings the gospel
Nothing beats doing God's work. It's about the sense of fulfilment or achievement in doing something spiritual/social work. Sometimes ppl do good deeds like helping the poor etc. to 'redeem' their sins or make themselves feel better. Brother Sam said, "doing mission work is not social work." To me, the amt of material things we can bring to them truly ain't much. But the benefit of knowing Jesus Christ supercedes the things of the world.
To be frank, I wasn't all that excited about the mission trip. My prayer was just this: "God, you work." I guess the spiritual battle was fought b4 we took off for Philippines. Much unhappiness with the amt of preparation we had to do and I was more interested in living my life than doing something tedious. But I really thank God and my Pastor for helping me through all these prep work though I was a lil' buay kam wan but I didn't wanna offend God and God's servant.
Love, Joy...
How many times are our 'I love you's just lip service? Have you/I succumb to such hipocrisy? Albeit Love should be expressed verbally, action speaks louder than words. From my mission trip, I truly feel the love among the locals and their appreciation.
The most touching scene was Pastor Arhmenia's son running towards her calling out 'Mama!' and embracing way before she reaches home.
The fellowship which continues way after service ends. Singing to the wee hours before they go home, not minding the rocky roads and dark sky.
Sliding down the slope of the river bank and trying to conquer the 'mini waterfall'. A friend who sticks with you though you can communicate by exchanging a few words. Language barrier ain't no barrier to love.
'Isaiah 52:7(NIV)
Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society
7 How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, "Your God reigns!"'
ahh... wad an epiphany after walking the arduous journey to do visitiations. "Why feet?" I thought. We are so used to cars, and all the convenient mode of transportation tt we've forgotten tt the feet is the mode of transportation in the most rural area.
The Pastors climb up and down everyday to do bible study and evangelize, bringing the good news of Jesus Christ to the people of the village.
Just a lil testimony to share about Pastor Arhmenia whose life is change by our Lord Jesus Christ.
She used to go to disco, take alcohol, do drugs and lead a decadant life. Her son is born out of wedlock. But her life changed when she got to know Jesus. Now a Pastor of a young church and serves God 6 days a week, doing his work without lacking in zeal and an anointed preacher.
Oh, God I pray that you will keep them safe even though the tyhoon strikes and flood rises. Keep your faithful servants safe under you wings and lift them up in your righteous right hand.
(to be continued... ...)
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Reality
What is reality? Tell me, is it the glitz and glamour and the anorexic figures that makes ur world? Or the truth of shocking calamities such as Mynmar's cyclone, Sichuan's earthquake that is so apalling and zaps you back to senses? I think the opiate of the world is revelry and booze and nonsense. What the hell is 'reality' tv telling? I was watching MTV abt a bunch of ppl holidaying at Sydney and this guy hooked up with a girl in club and were telling each other they were in love with each other. Is love now sexual attraction? What is happening in this shallow world. I am angry. I really am. I do watch American serial tv on and off cos I dunno wad's my take cos it's a hella lot of bad influence. In the midst of all the promiscuity and all, they make it seem like true love and friendship still exist. hello. And it makes things seem like ppl are still so humane with all the moral decadence. Is messed up lives so happening?
I am not trying to be a legalist here and condemning other cos I know that I not any better. I am just angry with myself for the conformity. Okay, cool off these nerves, I need to get my mind.
I'll be back. And hopefully with a happier post.
And to my friend's suggestion of me cutting some slack. I just wanna say, the path is narrow. I'm gonna tread on with Christ.
I am not trying to be a legalist here and condemning other cos I know that I not any better. I am just angry with myself for the conformity. Okay, cool off these nerves, I need to get my mind.
I'll be back. And hopefully with a happier post.
And to my friend's suggestion of me cutting some slack. I just wanna say, the path is narrow. I'm gonna tread on with Christ.
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Humbled once again
'A very good summary. But do you have no criticisms? And what about Bellah’s general procedure?
A–'
This is the comment and grade I got for my assignment of a terribly difficult module.
I really really thank God for His grace and mercy upon me. There is no way I can do it not for God. I am humbled once again...
(listening to the song Above All)
here's the lyrics:
Above all powers, above all kingsAbove all nature and all created things
Above all wisdom and all the ways of man
You were here before the world began
Above all kingdoms, above all thrones
Above all wonders the world has ever known
Above all wealth and treasures of the earth
There's no way to measure what you're worth
Crucified
Laid behind a stone
You lived to die
Rejected and alone
Like a rose
Trampled on the ground
You took the fall
And thought of me
Above all
Above all powers, above all kings
Above all nature and all created things
Above all wisdom and all the ways of man
You were here before the world began
Above all kingdoms, above all thrones
Above all wonders the world has ever known
Above all wealth and treasures of the earth
There's no way to measure what you're worth
CrucifiedLaid behind a stoneYou lived to die
Rejected and aloneLike a rose
Trampled on the ground
You took the fall
And thought of me
Above all
CrucifiedLaid behind a stone
You lived to die
Rejected and alone
Like a rose
Trampled on the ground
You took the fall
And thought of me
Above all
Like a rose
Trampled on the ground
You took the fall
And thought of me
Above all
I am truly humbled, uderserving yet He died for me, to give me eternal life. He's good, faithful,holy and He is justice. He is Lord, King of kings.TO those out there, not finding hope in life, chasing after the fliting wind...
seeing that this life is transcient and nothing satisfies... look to Christ and His love.
A–'
This is the comment and grade I got for my assignment of a terribly difficult module.
I really really thank God for His grace and mercy upon me. There is no way I can do it not for God. I am humbled once again...
(listening to the song Above All)
here's the lyrics:
Above all powers, above all kingsAbove all nature and all created things
Above all wisdom and all the ways of man
You were here before the world began
Above all kingdoms, above all thrones
Above all wonders the world has ever known
Above all wealth and treasures of the earth
There's no way to measure what you're worth
Crucified
Laid behind a stone
You lived to die
Rejected and alone
Like a rose
Trampled on the ground
You took the fall
And thought of me
Above all
Above all powers, above all kings
Above all nature and all created things
Above all wisdom and all the ways of man
You were here before the world began
Above all kingdoms, above all thrones
Above all wonders the world has ever known
Above all wealth and treasures of the earth
There's no way to measure what you're worth
CrucifiedLaid behind a stoneYou lived to die
Rejected and aloneLike a rose
Trampled on the ground
You took the fall
And thought of me
Above all
CrucifiedLaid behind a stone
You lived to die
Rejected and alone
Like a rose
Trampled on the ground
You took the fall
And thought of me
Above all
Like a rose
Trampled on the ground
You took the fall
And thought of me
Above all
I am truly humbled, uderserving yet He died for me, to give me eternal life. He's good, faithful,holy and He is justice. He is Lord, King of kings.TO those out there, not finding hope in life, chasing after the fliting wind...
seeing that this life is transcient and nothing satisfies... look to Christ and His love.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
testimony
This is a very much belated testimony. It has passed it due time too long and I really need to blog about it. It is abt the journey of faith in trusting God.
Well, it actually began way before i even started sch in NTU. While I was still in the quandry after my As, undecided abt what course to take in uni, I applied to both NUS and NTU, hoping that I would get into some Science faculty. NUS offered me my last choice which is FASS while NTU offered my engineering. I made my final decision of choosing engineering. There are various reasons for that choice but definitely interest wasn't one of the reasons. At that point, I felt that God was telling me to try NUS FASS even though I had made my choice already. I hear tt still small voice each time during service but I never give much thought to it and in fact I eventually silenced the voice.
During my 2nd semester in year1 of engineering, even though I cleared my subjects(except computing), I really dreaded the topics I studied. I was so horrible to the extent I cried inccessantly through the nights. Eventually, I decided to change course. However, I had many failed attempts. I was sure that God wanted me to go somewhere else but each time I tried, the door was closed on me, in fact 3 times. I couldn't believe that God is leading me to the 'promised land' for what I believed did not show in reality.
I struggled with the Lord for months and my faith was tested. Nonetheless, I told myself that if I remained in Engineering, I would have to accept the Lord's perfect will for He knows what is best. Honestly, Sociology was the last Arts faculty in mind, I had initially wanted to study literature though I'm not versed in that school. In fact, I've never been exellent in academic. I'm just an average girl who often feel inadequate. However, my trip to Philippines had started me considering Sociology...
My 4th and last attempt I told God. I e-mailed the dean of Soc but he was overseas. At the end of a few correspondence of mails, I got a negative reply. I raised the white flag... I surrendered. I was angry with myself cos I thought that all the while I was imagining God' voice. I thought I was manipulating God's word for my siuation. Just when I was totally dejected, my Pastor visited my home cell that night(she was supposed to go to other cell but I dunno how she ended coming to my hse)... She asked my how was the progress and all and encouraged me to give another shot. Her husband, Ps David wrote a referral letter for me and I dropped it at my dean's pigeon hole the next day.
Waited.
On a particular day, I decided to attend tutorial with a positive mind and stop dwelling on thoughts of changing course. Just as I was paying attention, tears started trickling, I inqured the Lord, "Is this truly the course you want me to stay in?". Just as this thought ran through my mind, the dean called. He decided to grant me an appt with him! And he said he hardly entertain such cases. We talked and he set terms for me. As long as I clear the hurdle, he'll accept me into Soc.
yippee! I gave my best at the 2 mods I took and at the end of the sem, the results came.. And guess what? I missed the mark by a wee bit. Nonetheless, there was a sense of peace and assurance from God. I looked for the dean again and he approved my transfer of course!
Miracles after miracles from God, it's no mere coincidence or some stroke of luck. Ppl may refute and say that my dean is a nice guy thus he's lenient(Try changing to my course LOH). Indeed, I thank God for my dean. God is a God of wonders, He is the resurrected God and he is ALIVE. This testimony serves as a reminder for me not to worry and to do my best for Him!
Jeremiah 29:11 "...For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD,"plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.."
Psalm 18:2 'The Lord is my rock, my fotress and my deliverer; my God is my rock,in whom I take refuge.'
BOTTOMLINE: JESUS CHRIST LIVES AND HE IS A GOD OF WONDERS!
I recently prayed for my best friend to pass her diving test and she got her liscense. Thank God!
Well, it actually began way before i even started sch in NTU. While I was still in the quandry after my As, undecided abt what course to take in uni, I applied to both NUS and NTU, hoping that I would get into some Science faculty. NUS offered me my last choice which is FASS while NTU offered my engineering. I made my final decision of choosing engineering. There are various reasons for that choice but definitely interest wasn't one of the reasons. At that point, I felt that God was telling me to try NUS FASS even though I had made my choice already. I hear tt still small voice each time during service but I never give much thought to it and in fact I eventually silenced the voice.
During my 2nd semester in year1 of engineering, even though I cleared my subjects(except computing), I really dreaded the topics I studied. I was so horrible to the extent I cried inccessantly through the nights. Eventually, I decided to change course. However, I had many failed attempts. I was sure that God wanted me to go somewhere else but each time I tried, the door was closed on me, in fact 3 times. I couldn't believe that God is leading me to the 'promised land' for what I believed did not show in reality.
I struggled with the Lord for months and my faith was tested. Nonetheless, I told myself that if I remained in Engineering, I would have to accept the Lord's perfect will for He knows what is best. Honestly, Sociology was the last Arts faculty in mind, I had initially wanted to study literature though I'm not versed in that school. In fact, I've never been exellent in academic. I'm just an average girl who often feel inadequate. However, my trip to Philippines had started me considering Sociology...
My 4th and last attempt I told God. I e-mailed the dean of Soc but he was overseas. At the end of a few correspondence of mails, I got a negative reply. I raised the white flag... I surrendered. I was angry with myself cos I thought that all the while I was imagining God' voice. I thought I was manipulating God's word for my siuation. Just when I was totally dejected, my Pastor visited my home cell that night(she was supposed to go to other cell but I dunno how she ended coming to my hse)... She asked my how was the progress and all and encouraged me to give another shot. Her husband, Ps David wrote a referral letter for me and I dropped it at my dean's pigeon hole the next day.
Waited.
On a particular day, I decided to attend tutorial with a positive mind and stop dwelling on thoughts of changing course. Just as I was paying attention, tears started trickling, I inqured the Lord, "Is this truly the course you want me to stay in?". Just as this thought ran through my mind, the dean called. He decided to grant me an appt with him! And he said he hardly entertain such cases. We talked and he set terms for me. As long as I clear the hurdle, he'll accept me into Soc.
yippee! I gave my best at the 2 mods I took and at the end of the sem, the results came.. And guess what? I missed the mark by a wee bit. Nonetheless, there was a sense of peace and assurance from God. I looked for the dean again and he approved my transfer of course!
Miracles after miracles from God, it's no mere coincidence or some stroke of luck. Ppl may refute and say that my dean is a nice guy thus he's lenient(Try changing to my course LOH). Indeed, I thank God for my dean. God is a God of wonders, He is the resurrected God and he is ALIVE. This testimony serves as a reminder for me not to worry and to do my best for Him!
Jeremiah 29:11 "...For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD,"plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.."
Psalm 18:2 'The Lord is my rock, my fotress and my deliverer; my God is my rock,in whom I take refuge.'
BOTTOMLINE: JESUS CHRIST LIVES AND HE IS A GOD OF WONDERS!
I recently prayed for my best friend to pass her diving test and she got her liscense. Thank God!
Thursday, February 07, 2008
The blissful 3 friends
The three of us met up on CNY eve just to watch 27 dresses and catch up a bit. We can never get enough of each other! =)
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