Hi All,
Tapestry photos are ready for collection. Those who which to have a set of the photos for Tapestry 2007 can request from me a copy of the cd =)
Alternatively, pass to me your thumbdrives or a blank cd/dvd to download the photos. CDs need money =P
Thanks and God bless!
-Marcus
HP: 97950535
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
RSAF Pilot Interview
Just came home from MEL meeting. Had my pilot interview today.
Reported to CMPB at 0830h. Interview was held only at 1300h. Long time of waiting.
Results of Interview: You meet the criterias for RSAF to take you in as a pilot. But do apply again after you have entered BMT as we want you to have a feel of military life before making a final decision. Also, try to listen to experiences of regulars who are serving the SAF in the meantime.
Intepretation: I was not selected for the next stage of selection. Kicked out at only the 2nd stage made me quite disappointed and hearing that I was not chosen totally devastated me. Being a RSAF pilot was my dream, desire and ambition. I wanted it so badly for many years.
I missed it totally this time round. I could have turned away and say, probably look for another career option(SIA?) or turn into an extremist against the Air Force. Why was I not chosen???
But I managed to get a hold of myself after the heart-breaking news. Look on the brighter side. I have not enlisted and they said I can apply again so they will interview me a second round. Anyway, I do not have leadership skills officially documented in my records. So for those of you who went for Outward Bound School, stop complaining because it helps you in your interviews!! To think some of my friends in the past went for OBS when THEY SHOULD NOT HAVE DESERVED IT! I was really pissed at this point.
Lessons that I drew from my interview today:
-God has created room for my faith to grow even more through my rejection.
-I still hold onto His promises.
-I still have chance when I enlist to apply again for interview.
-My cousin went through 10months of Commando before becoming pilot.
Yeah, so why the saddness?
Rejoice because the Lord is faithful and true and He is here, listening to every cry and plead we make. Amazin things will happen according to His perfect time.
Reported to CMPB at 0830h. Interview was held only at 1300h. Long time of waiting.
Results of Interview: You meet the criterias for RSAF to take you in as a pilot. But do apply again after you have entered BMT as we want you to have a feel of military life before making a final decision. Also, try to listen to experiences of regulars who are serving the SAF in the meantime.
Intepretation: I was not selected for the next stage of selection. Kicked out at only the 2nd stage made me quite disappointed and hearing that I was not chosen totally devastated me. Being a RSAF pilot was my dream, desire and ambition. I wanted it so badly for many years.
I missed it totally this time round. I could have turned away and say, probably look for another career option(SIA?) or turn into an extremist against the Air Force. Why was I not chosen???
But I managed to get a hold of myself after the heart-breaking news. Look on the brighter side. I have not enlisted and they said I can apply again so they will interview me a second round. Anyway, I do not have leadership skills officially documented in my records. So for those of you who went for Outward Bound School, stop complaining because it helps you in your interviews!! To think some of my friends in the past went for OBS when THEY SHOULD NOT HAVE DESERVED IT! I was really pissed at this point.
Lessons that I drew from my interview today:
-God has created room for my faith to grow even more through my rejection.
-I still hold onto His promises.
-I still have chance when I enlist to apply again for interview.
-My cousin went through 10months of Commando before becoming pilot.
Yeah, so why the saddness?
Rejoice because the Lord is faithful and true and He is here, listening to every cry and plead we make. Amazin things will happen according to His perfect time.
Sunday, July 15, 2007
Everyday It's You I live for!
Just as I was compiling my prayer list for this week. The evil One launched a sudden attack on me. Immediately I would say. My mum stormed open my bedroom door, ranting aloud her complains, usually unreasonable and irrationale to me, and going on and on. It was quite a common stronghold in me when this happens, I would shout back and just let loose my temper.
Now I thank God. I'm able to hold back a couple of times and just keep silent. Turn to the Lord. Let Him know how I feel. The same just a few minutes ago. I decided to blog this since it means so much to me as a 1st-generation Christian. I just knew the Devil would make use of this chance to pull me away from the Lord.
The temptation to scream and yell at her, to get out of my room and stop ranting away.
I held back! It hurts but I held it back. Only Jesus heals our wounds. The spiritual wounds that none can heal completely except our God. I believe.
And just as I was smsing and msning people to pray for my Air Force Pilot interview on Wed morning, two songs were played back to back on my Itunes and I feel God assuring me. The songs are Salvation is here and Everyday:
Cause I know my God saved the day
And I know His word never fails
And I know my God will make a way for me
Salvation is here!
Second song:
Everyday It's You I live for
Everyday I'll follow after You
Everyday I'll walk with You
My Lord
These two songs just came playing. God has His purpose in His perfect timing. Trust and believe it!
"For I know that 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." -Jerm 29:11
Then You will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. -Jerm 29:12
You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. -Jerm 29:13
Lord, Lord, grant us a heart of hospitality and don't pass us by O'Lord. Help us to trust in You with ever-believing heart. Seeking You as a precious Jewel. Amen Lord, I surrender all.
Now I thank God. I'm able to hold back a couple of times and just keep silent. Turn to the Lord. Let Him know how I feel. The same just a few minutes ago. I decided to blog this since it means so much to me as a 1st-generation Christian. I just knew the Devil would make use of this chance to pull me away from the Lord.
The temptation to scream and yell at her, to get out of my room and stop ranting away.
I held back! It hurts but I held it back. Only Jesus heals our wounds. The spiritual wounds that none can heal completely except our God. I believe.
And just as I was smsing and msning people to pray for my Air Force Pilot interview on Wed morning, two songs were played back to back on my Itunes and I feel God assuring me. The songs are Salvation is here and Everyday:
Cause I know my God saved the day
And I know His word never fails
And I know my God will make a way for me
Salvation is here!
Second song:
Everyday It's You I live for
Everyday I'll follow after You
Everyday I'll walk with You
My Lord
These two songs just came playing. God has His purpose in His perfect timing. Trust and believe it!
"For I know that 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." -Jerm 29:11
Then You will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. -Jerm 29:12
You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. -Jerm 29:13
Lord, Lord, grant us a heart of hospitality and don't pass us by O'Lord. Help us to trust in You with ever-believing heart. Seeking You as a precious Jewel. Amen Lord, I surrender all.
Saturday, July 14, 2007
Chasing around and around
It's been a fun-filled day for me.For more details on what I did, go through www.citychase.com and find out more if you're interested to know =) so here's everything in a nutshell. In case any of you were in town and seeing nuts people in lime green shirts running around, I was one of them :P
1100h- reached pan pacific hotel and registered
1120h- decorate bear and hang around
1300h- race begins!
1320h- went to draw money($50) to put into the bear bank as a task to be completed..wasted lots of time in Suntec Mall looking for one of the chasepoints.
1330h- Decided to head down to Somerset after solving the clue to Faber House. Task: to collect $50 in the bear.
When we came out of the building, there right beside us was another chasepoint! How great is that! I had to dig out a matching pair of Mahjong tiles before my partner chomped a mealworm down his throat haha. I had trouble finding the second "san wan" haha..Mahjong is bad! lol
Then having solved a clue to go to Clark Quay, we headed for the fountain there by MRT to end up carrying a really heavy beer barrel to "one night stand" pub. There, I had to whip my a glass of beer while my friend has to get someone passing by to drink it. Then we got to finish a glass ourselves too :) ahaha and carry the barrel back!
After that 3rd point, we dashed back to Clark Quay but stopped opposite the MITA building, some arts ministry building. Really hesitating which point to head next because we had a few other clues on hand to choose from. We ran to the busstop and saw bus 80 coming which we can take to Arab Street to Kampong Glam. We weren't allowed the bus because the bus was not designated to stop there. Guess what? We dashed alongside with the bus down the road to the next bus stop. There, we managed to get on 80 and head for Kampong Glam. We figured out several other clues like Crawford Street(Kayaking in Kallang River), Rock climbing for one while the other abseils at Upper book keng road and 2 more chasepoints at Kent Ridge Park.
It was totally cool until we got to Upper BoonKeng where we had to do rockclimbing/abseil. The faggot me got the grip on me while only a 1/4 left up the wall. I gave up! It was just too exhausting! haha...my teammate did his abseil twice by mistake and still could go up the rockwall! Gosh! I burned my hands down abseiling because I could not grip tightly for my dear life! Ouch!
Leaving the center, we headed back down to Kallang Mrt where we were going towards Kent Ridge Park. It was a pretty long train ride so we figured out the last chasepoint that we need. At Kent Ridge, we had to trek through a small jungle and at the station cycle about 200m of off-road track. Then we ran to another station to do high rope up. I was chosen to do it because of the coin-toss rule! Anyway that's just too much to name. Ask me for the wholesome experience. Last stop was Chinatown pagoda street where we had to look for some building that has its roof top shown. haha, we made a mistake and ran to Cross Street area when the building is a Chinese temple beside the MRT. Thank God for many kind souls along the way and also, some not so nice people.
Then after Chinatown and the 10th point that we've got, it was a mad dash back to Pan Pacific Hotel and we came in 28th position with timing of 5 hours 30 mins!! Not bad considering our first time and 28 out of 180+ teams haha...This race taught me a lot and gives me the motivation to try for more adventure races! Anyone interested? ahahah
Okay aside to the crazy day I had. Would like to post some reflections from fellow Churchie's blogposts...No directing at anyone but I just felt this prompting to post it so here goes =)
When someone tells us that he/she is too busy, pray for he/she to have time managed. Do we?
When someone tells us that he/she is too tired, pray for he/she to be renewed in strength. Do we?
When someone tells us that he/she is afraid, pray for he/she to step out in faith in God. Do we?
When we spot a mistake, correct the person personally and with love. Do we?
When everything seems screwed up, pray and intercede for the issue. Do we?
When the going gets tough, remember that when we're weak, He is strong. When we're weak, that's when we rely on His grace! Dear bros/sisters of mine in whatever issues you have, remember that the Lord is our solution. He does not deny that so don't deny Him! Look to Him and trust in Him! See wonders and miracles in Your lives when you start committing everything to Him =)
God bless us all!
1100h- reached pan pacific hotel and registered
1120h- decorate bear and hang around
1300h- race begins!
1320h- went to draw money($50) to put into the bear bank as a task to be completed..wasted lots of time in Suntec Mall looking for one of the chasepoints.
1330h- Decided to head down to Somerset after solving the clue to Faber House. Task: to collect $50 in the bear.
When we came out of the building, there right beside us was another chasepoint! How great is that! I had to dig out a matching pair of Mahjong tiles before my partner chomped a mealworm down his throat haha. I had trouble finding the second "san wan" haha..Mahjong is bad! lol
Then having solved a clue to go to Clark Quay, we headed for the fountain there by MRT to end up carrying a really heavy beer barrel to "one night stand" pub. There, I had to whip my a glass of beer while my friend has to get someone passing by to drink it. Then we got to finish a glass ourselves too :) ahaha and carry the barrel back!
After that 3rd point, we dashed back to Clark Quay but stopped opposite the MITA building, some arts ministry building. Really hesitating which point to head next because we had a few other clues on hand to choose from. We ran to the busstop and saw bus 80 coming which we can take to Arab Street to Kampong Glam. We weren't allowed the bus because the bus was not designated to stop there. Guess what? We dashed alongside with the bus down the road to the next bus stop. There, we managed to get on 80 and head for Kampong Glam. We figured out several other clues like Crawford Street(Kayaking in Kallang River), Rock climbing for one while the other abseils at Upper book keng road and 2 more chasepoints at Kent Ridge Park.
It was totally cool until we got to Upper BoonKeng where we had to do rockclimbing/abseil. The faggot me got the grip on me while only a 1/4 left up the wall. I gave up! It was just too exhausting! haha...my teammate did his abseil twice by mistake and still could go up the rockwall! Gosh! I burned my hands down abseiling because I could not grip tightly for my dear life! Ouch!
Leaving the center, we headed back down to Kallang Mrt where we were going towards Kent Ridge Park. It was a pretty long train ride so we figured out the last chasepoint that we need. At Kent Ridge, we had to trek through a small jungle and at the station cycle about 200m of off-road track. Then we ran to another station to do high rope up. I was chosen to do it because of the coin-toss rule! Anyway that's just too much to name. Ask me for the wholesome experience. Last stop was Chinatown pagoda street where we had to look for some building that has its roof top shown. haha, we made a mistake and ran to Cross Street area when the building is a Chinese temple beside the MRT. Thank God for many kind souls along the way and also, some not so nice people.
Then after Chinatown and the 10th point that we've got, it was a mad dash back to Pan Pacific Hotel and we came in 28th position with timing of 5 hours 30 mins!! Not bad considering our first time and 28 out of 180+ teams haha...This race taught me a lot and gives me the motivation to try for more adventure races! Anyone interested? ahahah
Okay aside to the crazy day I had. Would like to post some reflections from fellow Churchie's blogposts...No directing at anyone but I just felt this prompting to post it so here goes =)
When someone tells us that he/she is too busy, pray for he/she to have time managed. Do we?
When someone tells us that he/she is too tired, pray for he/she to be renewed in strength. Do we?
When someone tells us that he/she is afraid, pray for he/she to step out in faith in God. Do we?
When we spot a mistake, correct the person personally and with love. Do we?
When everything seems screwed up, pray and intercede for the issue. Do we?
When the going gets tough, remember that when we're weak, He is strong. When we're weak, that's when we rely on His grace! Dear bros/sisters of mine in whatever issues you have, remember that the Lord is our solution. He does not deny that so don't deny Him! Look to Him and trust in Him! See wonders and miracles in Your lives when you start committing everything to Him =)
God bless us all!
Sunday, July 8, 2007
Before the Cross
For Your Love is higher than the heavens
deeper than the seas
And all I want is You in my life
No one else
can satisfy my soul
and make me feel this way
Only You Lord, only You
Indeed the faithful God that we have in our lives. He never fails. He is the healer. He is the love. He is what we have.
Today just was an awesome time, and more to come. I had a really bad throat through the weekend and He healed me. He gave me the voice to lead through the service. I believe only our God can have such healing powers as a testimony to His greatness. O Lord, let Your praises be our lips daily. Seeing the youths praising you with joy and worshipping You in spirit and in truth, Lord I believe You visited us today. You are here, forever and ever.
The Lord leads us in a time of worship. His spirit guides us. Obey Him.
Dear God, You are the healer. I trust and thank You for all You have done. I pray Lord for more of You in my life, and less of me. Thank You for Your everlasting grace. Committing all I have to You, I pray Your will be done. Amen.
deeper than the seas
And all I want is You in my life
No one else
can satisfy my soul
and make me feel this way
Only You Lord, only You
Indeed the faithful God that we have in our lives. He never fails. He is the healer. He is the love. He is what we have.
Today just was an awesome time, and more to come. I had a really bad throat through the weekend and He healed me. He gave me the voice to lead through the service. I believe only our God can have such healing powers as a testimony to His greatness. O Lord, let Your praises be our lips daily. Seeing the youths praising you with joy and worshipping You in spirit and in truth, Lord I believe You visited us today. You are here, forever and ever.
The Lord leads us in a time of worship. His spirit guides us. Obey Him.
Dear God, You are the healer. I trust and thank You for all You have done. I pray Lord for more of You in my life, and less of me. Thank You for Your everlasting grace. Committing all I have to You, I pray Your will be done. Amen.
Tuesday, July 3, 2007
Friendship
Sunday's sermon by U Kenny was on Friendship...what a timely message from God. I felt as though He was trying to get a message across to me these few weeks, He spoke so much to me about what I was burdened with. I just refuse to listen. I simply refused.
Our God is an awesome God
He reigns from heavens above
with wisdom, power and love
our God is an awesome God
Indeed He is awesome. I sense a slow restoration in the broken bridge. Been broken for a long time, I have full confidence God will have His will done in time to come. He spoken to me through so many people.
The word He gave: "Wait upon me"..
It was not once but a many times He has said that...wait in His time to come that things will fall into place.
O Lord, I place my life in Your hands. Forgive my ignorance to Your love and grace. May Your will be done in my life and I believe You have the best for Your children, as any earthly father would have as well. Lord, I have full confidence in You to lead me on and I pray all these in Jesus name. AMEN.
Our God is an awesome God
He reigns from heavens above
with wisdom, power and love
our God is an awesome God
Indeed He is awesome. I sense a slow restoration in the broken bridge. Been broken for a long time, I have full confidence God will have His will done in time to come. He spoken to me through so many people.
The word He gave: "Wait upon me"..
It was not once but a many times He has said that...wait in His time to come that things will fall into place.
O Lord, I place my life in Your hands. Forgive my ignorance to Your love and grace. May Your will be done in my life and I believe You have the best for Your children, as any earthly father would have as well. Lord, I have full confidence in You to lead me on and I pray all these in Jesus name. AMEN.
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