Oh well..1 more day to go..actually to think of it now, it's only 5 days and I now realised God is all along there beside me to help me...
Thank You God
for the many verses You gave me
for the many friends who encouraged me
for the prophecy You spoke through Your people
for the Friday bookouts You always gave
for the grace for me every week
for the strength for training everyday
I am going to go through this hellweek as heavenweek cause I know I have You, God with me throughout this time.
It won't be easy but least I know You will bring me through.
In Jesus Name,
Amen.
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Saturday, January 5, 2008
Hell Day
Hi just came back from 24hour Hell Day Training...feeling really sleepy at the moment...it was probably the craziest day of my life..You have to undergo it yourself to experience it!
Nothing much to say...my faith's just tumbling down as challenges pile up...someone help?
Nothing much to say...my faith's just tumbling down as challenges pile up...someone help?
Tuesday, January 1, 2008
2008
Hello 2008! It's a brand new year, not quite sure if it would be happy but I pray that I will walk in faith through 2008.
Things that I want to achieve in 2008:
-Pass Driving Test and bless others
-Get into OCS and RSAF Pilot Selection
-More Salvation
For SGcell in 2008:
-Cell to multiply
I've made a covenant with God. I told Him I can't carry on like this anymore for 2008. I begged Him to make a way out for me yet am reminded of His words, "Wait upon me" .
It is so much hurt and putting me in a dilemma through 2007. For those of you who probably know what I'm talking about...yes...It's bothering me. I will find it hard to share to certain people about this so please understand me, thanks!
Satan been telling me so much lies and tempting me to do this and that. God, that is not Your voice! I will stay firm on where I am and move strong in what I do.
"I choose to be holy,
set apart for You My Master,
Ready to do Your will"
And that is my prayer for 2008. Lord, I can only look to You in faith for refuge.
Things that I want to achieve in 2008:
-Pass Driving Test and bless others
-Get into OCS and RSAF Pilot Selection
-More Salvation
For SGcell in 2008:
-Cell to multiply
I've made a covenant with God. I told Him I can't carry on like this anymore for 2008. I begged Him to make a way out for me yet am reminded of His words, "Wait upon me" .
It is so much hurt and putting me in a dilemma through 2007. For those of you who probably know what I'm talking about...yes...It's bothering me. I will find it hard to share to certain people about this so please understand me, thanks!
Satan been telling me so much lies and tempting me to do this and that. God, that is not Your voice! I will stay firm on where I am and move strong in what I do.
"I choose to be holy,
set apart for You My Master,
Ready to do Your will"
And that is my prayer for 2008. Lord, I can only look to You in faith for refuge.
Sunday, December 30, 2007
A whole new revolution
Been an exciting 2007 for me as this year comes to an end soon.
Mount Kinabalu;
Poly Graduation;
National Service in NDU;
of course and other small issues in my life
Yet all in all, I can look back and only thank God. I am changed for the better and am safely growing in His love. Things can always happen and circumstances changes, yet I know for sure, the love of Christ is always here in me. Thank You God. Despite certain discouraging matters in my life, I look and focus on God to comfort me and encourage me, keep going and hold on.
The greatest love for everyone of us when we feel so despaired or down: God sent His Son, His one and only Son to die for me and you!
Reflecting back on 2007, I thank God for every event and friend I came across. I thank God for the many wonderful encounters I have with Him. I thank God because He is my God.
Will update soon on 2008 coming..Hang in there!
Mount Kinabalu;
Poly Graduation;
National Service in NDU;
of course and other small issues in my life
Yet all in all, I can look back and only thank God. I am changed for the better and am safely growing in His love. Things can always happen and circumstances changes, yet I know for sure, the love of Christ is always here in me. Thank You God. Despite certain discouraging matters in my life, I look and focus on God to comfort me and encourage me, keep going and hold on.
The greatest love for everyone of us when we feel so despaired or down: God sent His Son, His one and only Son to die for me and you!
Reflecting back on 2007, I thank God for every event and friend I came across. I thank God for the many wonderful encounters I have with Him. I thank God because He is my God.
Will update soon on 2008 coming..Hang in there!
Saturday, December 22, 2007
Count down to Team Building Week
So called as "Hellweek"...It's like 3 more weeks to it. Not very excited about it but yet, I will go with confidence that my God will be watching over me through the period of training. I know my God has His plans to bring me through hellweek.
Looking back so far...so many things to thank God for...
-New phone
-New laptop (coming soon)
-Friday Bookouts
-Safety through trainings
I never take my friday bookouts for granted, I see them as God's wonders in my life since not everyone gets to bookout on fridays..Got my new phone recently...N81-8Gb...Thank God my brother bought it for me la...483 bucks!!!
Anyway he's getting me the new laptop too...how nice right! Why I thank God for safety? My company friend almost drowned on Friday. I mean drowned but almost left us. Instructors had to pull him up 6m from below the water surface and do CPR on him...Through that short few minutes, so many things ran through my mind...I'm pretty sure for the rest of the guys who overheard the whole event. "WAKE UP! WAKE UP! DON'T YOU LEAVE US!"
It was just a couple of minutes, yet it hit me so much...life is really short and fragile...what counts in your life today??
Your results?
Your achievements in your workplace?
Your salary every month?
The one you cherish in your heart?
What matters to you most today if you're going to leave tomorrow?
2.4km timing been improving much so far...thank God because I know I cannot do it without His strength...8.21 to 8.32 to 8.12
I begin to see the big picture why I'm in NDU...
Lord, my life is in Your hands...take it and use me for Your perfect plan. Amen.
Looking back so far...so many things to thank God for...
-New phone
-New laptop (coming soon)
-Friday Bookouts
-Safety through trainings
I never take my friday bookouts for granted, I see them as God's wonders in my life since not everyone gets to bookout on fridays..Got my new phone recently...N81-8Gb...Thank God my brother bought it for me la...483 bucks!!!
Anyway he's getting me the new laptop too...how nice right! Why I thank God for safety? My company friend almost drowned on Friday. I mean drowned but almost left us. Instructors had to pull him up 6m from below the water surface and do CPR on him...Through that short few minutes, so many things ran through my mind...I'm pretty sure for the rest of the guys who overheard the whole event. "WAKE UP! WAKE UP! DON'T YOU LEAVE US!"
It was just a couple of minutes, yet it hit me so much...life is really short and fragile...what counts in your life today??
Your results?
Your achievements in your workplace?
Your salary every month?
The one you cherish in your heart?
What matters to you most today if you're going to leave tomorrow?
2.4km timing been improving much so far...thank God because I know I cannot do it without His strength...8.21 to 8.32 to 8.12
I begin to see the big picture why I'm in NDU...
Lord, my life is in Your hands...take it and use me for Your perfect plan. Amen.
Friday, November 30, 2007
1st week of PCP
Hey i'm back...early bookout :) really thank God so far for all He has done! Anyway thanks for keeping me in prayers...this week has turned out surprisingly good but of course, I have a good God that's why! Through the hundreds of diamond pushups and many swimming evolutions like rope climbing, drown proofing and water confidence. Thank God I had a breakthrough in so many areas.
2.4km run - 8min 21 sec (1st in the company)
1km swim - 20min 23 sec (2nd in the company)
All these by the grace of God and of course, thank God I am still alive. All these whackings and physical are not going to daunt me no more because God has His perfect plans for me through all these. Hallejulah!
2.4km run - 8min 21 sec (1st in the company)
1km swim - 20min 23 sec (2nd in the company)
All these by the grace of God and of course, thank God I am still alive. All these whackings and physical are not going to daunt me no more because God has His perfect plans for me through all these. Hallejulah!
Sunday, November 18, 2007
NS life
Well, been a long long time since I've blogged. Some updates here.
BMT (Basic Military Training) is one week left. So far this 10 week phase has been blessed. Nothing much and training's still quite slack.
Coming up is 6 weeks (PCP) physical conditioning phase where I will be grilled physically all the time. Hundreds of counts of exercises. Pushups; Chasing Rabbits; Jumping Jacks...Why?
On the 7th week would be my hellweek, or team building week so they call it. Basically it is 5 days of non-stop physical exercises and hammering of your mental strength. 4 hours of sleep in total for 5 days, yup you heard me. 4 hours of sleep. Bet I can beat ethel's record flat haha...
Anyway, if you read this, do pray for me to have endurance through this time. If I have a choice, I would not want to go through this. Hopefully can get out of course.
But all in all, God the everlasting is here with me. It's all less than 28 weeks in total and I'll be done with the trainings. What can be so bad about it...God is everywhere and He is faithful. I'll just carry on in my walk, trust Him to bring me through because He is real and good.
Thank You Father for everything, present and future. I pray for Your peace and joy to fill my life. Bring me through this season with Your grace. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.
BMT (Basic Military Training) is one week left. So far this 10 week phase has been blessed. Nothing much and training's still quite slack.
Coming up is 6 weeks (PCP) physical conditioning phase where I will be grilled physically all the time. Hundreds of counts of exercises. Pushups; Chasing Rabbits; Jumping Jacks...Why?
On the 7th week would be my hellweek, or team building week so they call it. Basically it is 5 days of non-stop physical exercises and hammering of your mental strength. 4 hours of sleep in total for 5 days, yup you heard me. 4 hours of sleep. Bet I can beat ethel's record flat haha...
Anyway, if you read this, do pray for me to have endurance through this time. If I have a choice, I would not want to go through this. Hopefully can get out of course.
But all in all, God the everlasting is here with me. It's all less than 28 weeks in total and I'll be done with the trainings. What can be so bad about it...God is everywhere and He is faithful. I'll just carry on in my walk, trust Him to bring me through because He is real and good.
Thank You Father for everything, present and future. I pray for Your peace and joy to fill my life. Bring me through this season with Your grace. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.
Saturday, October 6, 2007
Saturday, September 29, 2007
National Service Part 2
Though NS ain't easy and stressful at times, I got a really cool piece of news. So ask me for it if you really want to know =)
God bless all, all in His creation. Believe that He never slumbers and is there for you and me. Ask in Jesus name with thanksgiving. Amen.
Lord, I have alot of worries and problems. But I thank You that I know You will make a way and I see clearer of certain things now.
God bless all, all in His creation. Believe that He never slumbers and is there for you and me. Ask in Jesus name with thanksgiving. Amen.
Lord, I have alot of worries and problems. But I thank You that I know You will make a way and I see clearer of certain things now.
National Service
Today is my first bookout day. Past 10 days was pretty alright. UPs and DOWNs happened throughout. Met really good cabin mates but of cause had some bad encounters with certain people in the company. Total intake for my unit BMT is 134. Among this, 2 have already been downgraded and out-of-course.
Life pretty much the same daily. Hopefully I'll come through all this. Thank GOd
Life pretty much the same daily. Hopefully I'll come through all this. Thank GOd
Monday, September 17, 2007
Naval Diving Unit
Well so long to all of you I love dearly. People I cherished and kept in my heart. Those of you who have forgotten who I am, I still love you. I really have no idea what is ahead and to happen.
Lord, keep me going.
Accountability Group - Love you guys for the card, I will keep it safe! You guys rock my life!
SGcell - Thanks for the prayers and intercession.
Youth Ministry - Thanks for the care and prayers.
Uncle Mark - For all your effort, time and wise words.
Serene - You'll always be my best friend.
Ethel - Thanks for your encouragements, they really mean much.
Sam Leo - Take care sister. Will always keep in touch with you about the updates.
Aunt Erika - Thanks for the concerns always. Never fails to cheer me up inside.
And the rest of you whom I have not mentioned, please don't put a sword on my neck. Love you all the same. Cherish the times and people around you before they are gone. Life is short.
In my life, there are many things I have forgotten and let go of. Yet, some people and issues just will not go out of my mind. I choose to hold onto them. My prayer, dear God, take control of my life and let there be more of You and less of me. Let Your joy be my strength and Your arms be my refuge in times of need. Let Your angels surround me and guard me even in the darkest times.
O Lord, this I give unto You. A life of offering to You and a prayer of blessing upon the people I have met in my life. In Jesus most precious name I pray, Amen.
Lord, keep me going.
Accountability Group - Love you guys for the card, I will keep it safe! You guys rock my life!
SGcell - Thanks for the prayers and intercession.
Youth Ministry - Thanks for the care and prayers.
Uncle Mark - For all your effort, time and wise words.
Serene - You'll always be my best friend.
Ethel - Thanks for your encouragements, they really mean much.
Sam Leo - Take care sister. Will always keep in touch with you about the updates.
Aunt Erika - Thanks for the concerns always. Never fails to cheer me up inside.
And the rest of you whom I have not mentioned, please don't put a sword on my neck. Love you all the same. Cherish the times and people around you before they are gone. Life is short.
In my life, there are many things I have forgotten and let go of. Yet, some people and issues just will not go out of my mind. I choose to hold onto them. My prayer, dear God, take control of my life and let there be more of You and less of me. Let Your joy be my strength and Your arms be my refuge in times of need. Let Your angels surround me and guard me even in the darkest times.
O Lord, this I give unto You. A life of offering to You and a prayer of blessing upon the people I have met in my life. In Jesus most precious name I pray, Amen.
Monday, September 10, 2007
Modern Levite
9 more days...That's all I have left. Been 9 days since I last updated.
1 Sept: Church 35th Anniversary. This time was really a mistake to involve in 2 sections, I felt really stretched and tired after the celebrations. Somehow, they were all in the midst of my season of disappointments. I can say I was actually "acting" for the celebrations because no way I could give thanks to God after all that had happened. Once again, drained out after the celebrations.
I've been running away from God since the time I failed my pilot interview and subsequently, driving test. I could not accept the fact that He's taken the things of my desires away. It's been a year of rejections already. I can only hope in Jerm. 29:11 that He had plans to give me hope. I really need the hope soon.
A spiritual uplift would be at Modern Levites Conference at FCBC. I had no expectations or heart to listen when I signed up, but somehow God said a lot through the conference. The first verse I heard at the opening ceremony: You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
It just broke down the barriers inside my heart instantly. I have not been seeking God for a very very long time, as if a thirsty man who refuse to look for water. For 3 days of the conference, I learnt a lot on worship and going through Abraham and Isaac in a different point of view has taught me a lot. Moses and Joshua as well, the battles that were won if the men of faith kept their arms up high in the Name of the Lord.
I have not been holding my faith up high in times of battles/crisis. Perhaps all these desires have been clouding out God and gaining more importance than God that probably, better for me not to have been successful. It's so difficult to humble oneself again.
Some of you are going to be leaders/men of faith in unusual places.
I wonder if that was for me since I'm going into NS really soon.
I really pray/hope to come back to the Lord. It's been far too long a dry season and I thank God for the people in my life who have been there when I am at my lowest, I really appreciate you guys.
Nic: Unknowingly my spiritual role model and guidance in my walk with God. To remind me that someone out that is living for God despite all his short-comings and prayer breaks any obstacles in our ways.
Serene: My best friend. Giving me the encouragement when I really needed it. Though we have not been talking to each other for quite some time, but I'll still remember your kind words.
Ethel: Yup, I will keep in mind of your reminder. I'll try my best to keep them.
Things don't necessarily go the way you want them to be.
1 Sept: Church 35th Anniversary. This time was really a mistake to involve in 2 sections, I felt really stretched and tired after the celebrations. Somehow, they were all in the midst of my season of disappointments. I can say I was actually "acting" for the celebrations because no way I could give thanks to God after all that had happened. Once again, drained out after the celebrations.
I've been running away from God since the time I failed my pilot interview and subsequently, driving test. I could not accept the fact that He's taken the things of my desires away. It's been a year of rejections already. I can only hope in Jerm. 29:11 that He had plans to give me hope. I really need the hope soon.
A spiritual uplift would be at Modern Levites Conference at FCBC. I had no expectations or heart to listen when I signed up, but somehow God said a lot through the conference. The first verse I heard at the opening ceremony: You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
It just broke down the barriers inside my heart instantly. I have not been seeking God for a very very long time, as if a thirsty man who refuse to look for water. For 3 days of the conference, I learnt a lot on worship and going through Abraham and Isaac in a different point of view has taught me a lot. Moses and Joshua as well, the battles that were won if the men of faith kept their arms up high in the Name of the Lord.
I have not been holding my faith up high in times of battles/crisis. Perhaps all these desires have been clouding out God and gaining more importance than God that probably, better for me not to have been successful. It's so difficult to humble oneself again.
Some of you are going to be leaders/men of faith in unusual places.
I wonder if that was for me since I'm going into NS really soon.
I really pray/hope to come back to the Lord. It's been far too long a dry season and I thank God for the people in my life who have been there when I am at my lowest, I really appreciate you guys.
Nic: Unknowingly my spiritual role model and guidance in my walk with God. To remind me that someone out that is living for God despite all his short-comings and prayer breaks any obstacles in our ways.
Serene: My best friend. Giving me the encouragement when I really needed it. Though we have not been talking to each other for quite some time, but I'll still remember your kind words.
Ethel: Yup, I will keep in mind of your reminder. I'll try my best to keep them.
Things don't necessarily go the way you want them to be.
Saturday, September 1, 2007
God?
Had my driving test yesterday. Was a total flop. Really disappointed with the TP system. Anyway, this has hit my faith level a second time since my pilot interview.
Perhaps I did not seek God enough?
Not enough faith?
or maybe God just doesn't want me to drive...
I seriously have no clue.
It's been a period of rejects and closing of doors.
Who am I kidding...
Things are going to get worse in 18 days' time.
Just wait and see.
Somehow, I know God is not making things easy for me to go through...
Perhaps I did not seek God enough?
Not enough faith?
or maybe God just doesn't want me to drive...
I seriously have no clue.
It's been a period of rejects and closing of doors.
Who am I kidding...
Things are going to get worse in 18 days' time.
Just wait and see.
Somehow, I know God is not making things easy for me to go through...
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Back from China after 13 days. It's been a beautiful experience and enjoyable, how I wish I can stay longer. Spent most of my time catching up with my distant cousins and discovering new facts about my hometown that I never expected! China is a country that needs to be prayed for, I hardly see bibles being sold in China...
Well my vacation tour is over now. Driving test is up on Friday, pray that I'll pass cause it's really not worth to fail and sit for the test again. Only by God's grace to see me through.
Highlight in this point of my life should be my enlistment. It's just 22 days away! I'm actually having fears and doubts about it. I feel like I'm facing this all alone...thank God for accountability group but it just feels so lonely and uncertain. My unit ain't the Chao-Keng type of unit and I suppose it's the toughest unit in the SAF.
I don't know man. I don't want to just go through the motion and think negatively about it..I want to make an impact inside NDU. God, help me!
-Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
Well my vacation tour is over now. Driving test is up on Friday, pray that I'll pass cause it's really not worth to fail and sit for the test again. Only by God's grace to see me through.
Highlight in this point of my life should be my enlistment. It's just 22 days away! I'm actually having fears and doubts about it. I feel like I'm facing this all alone...thank God for accountability group but it just feels so lonely and uncertain. My unit ain't the Chao-Keng type of unit and I suppose it's the toughest unit in the SAF.
I don't know man. I don't want to just go through the motion and think negatively about it..I want to make an impact inside NDU. God, help me!
-Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Tapestry 2007
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
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
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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