Thursday, October 30, 2008:

It's been awhile since I last update. Been super busy recently, so many things happening at the same time. But it's awesome. Never felt so stretched in my life before.

Anyway I was just thinking the other day and this question popped into my head, "what would i've become?"

If I did not make that decision. That Christmas eve. What if I chose not to accept, not to believe and walk away. And my thoughts left me amazed at where I was, and all the things that have happened that led me to where I am today.

Where would I be? Honestly, I can't imagine, and I'll never know. No One can ever answer that question. But looking back, it has really been an adventure. Some people may ask, was it worth it? Have I ever regretted? The answer is- No.

Yes, they were times when it was tough, tiring, stressful, draining (you name it). But no, I've never regretted making that decision. It was all worth it. Serving, Giving, Loving, as difficult as it may be at times. But God has been faithful, every step of the way.



1 Pet 5:6-7 (NKJV)
6 Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, 7 casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.


-you're awesome =)

Monday, October 13, 2008:

Le En!

Sorry that this is late. But I promised to do a post so here it goes.

Happy (belated) birthday to you! Amazing. You are still 14 years old only! And you are already doing so much for the glory of God. Indeed, we are not to despise our youth ya. I am really inspired by you.

Thank you so much for your love for both God and people. And also for taking a step of faith to serve as a usher. Indeed, a daughter and faithful servant of God you are. Reaching out, bearing fruits (Corrina/Felicia). And standing firm in God's word throughout all the trials and tribulation.

God will indeed reward you for your faith and obedience.

You have really grown a lot, Le En. And I am so proud to see you at where you are now. Thank you too, for all the fun and laughter. You really carry the atmophere of joy with you too. And I believe that is what keeps you strong. The joy of the Lord is your strength.

Nehemiah 8:10 (NKJV)

10 Then he said to them, “Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to those for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the LORD is your strength

-revival

Monday, October 06, 2008:

Don't we question ourselves sometimes? In the stormy days, we tend to fear and doubt. Thoughts like, "It's impossible! I'll never make it!" starts flooding our mind. And we are back to square one again. All your efforts seemed to have gone down the drain yet another time.

Life seems unfair, you feel like you are stuck, you are drowning, you want to give up. You eventually stop fighting for what you believe in, and what you wanted to achieve. See, it is definitely not easy to go through the challenges in life. It is never going to be easy, you will have many setbacks and disappointments, but one principle I really believe in, "if it doesn't kill you, it'll only make you stronger." It is so true.

If you take your failures/mistakes and look at it from that perspective. You will learn from it rather than get discouraged by it. Your stumbling block becomes a stepping stone. Your disappointment turns out to be a new appointment.

One of my favourite sayings, "the wind of a slammed door opens another"

So why give up now? You are almost there. The results may not be visible yet, but keep on going with persistency and endurance. You will reap the fruits of your labour. Storms may come, but if you take each step by faith. Before you know it, you'll realise you've already reached your destination.

Matthew 14:29-33 (NKJV)
29 So He said, “Come.” And when Peter had come down out of the boat, he walked on the water to go to Jesus. 30 But when he saw that the wind was boisterous,[b] he was afraid; and beginning to sink he cried out, saying, “Lord, save me!” 31 And immediately Jesus stretched out His hand and caught him, and said to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” 32 And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased. 33 Then those who were in the boat came and[c] worshiped Him, saying, “Truly You are the Son of God.”

-you take my breath away.

Sunday, October 05, 2008:

Life is full of uncertainties these days. Let's face it, we live in a broken down world. A world filled with anger, resentment, rebellion, revenge, pain, suffering (the list goes on and on). And why is that? Well, I believe it all boils down to one reason, self-centeredness. It's as if this life is like a rat race, you are on your OWN. You're ALONE, this is a "competition".

Well, people with that mindset usually finds it hard to trust other people. That layer of pride is too thick to tear down. And what happens is they go all out to make it in life, whatever it takes to reach the top! And hence causing all those unwanted conflicts and incidence to happen.

The thing is, before every fight did the other party really process what is going on. A penny for the other person's thoughts? Could there be a better solution or can he/she compromise? See, that is why it's only after the war that the leaders regret. As they did not consider that.

Sometimes in life, it is the same, before bursting out in anger, this can be applied. The famous saying, "put yourself in someone else's shoes". And most of the time, when you really put that into your thinking pattern, you realise it is easier to solve the problem or issue. As you can better understand how the other person is feeling, and empathise with him/her.

That is what love does. Thinking for another before self.

1 Cor 13:4-7 (NKJV)

4Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

-love never fails.