Jon Edition

Robert

2009-06-29T02:01:00.001+08:00

jOn! says:

WHAT

watch meteor garden or bof?

gforGracia! When faith is tested by a frosted glass panel. says:

bof la!

jOn! says:

chey

gforGracia! When faith is tested by a frosted glass panel. says:

meteor garden i watched when i was like

7 leh

lol

jOn! says:

i thought u robert go watch meteor garden

that one seriously robert

gforGracia! When faith is tested by a frosted glass panel. says:

bof is the korean version of meteor garden

Lol

jOn! says:

OMG

gforGracia! When faith is tested by a frosted glass panel. says:

lol

jOn! says:

THAT'S ROBERT

I Hope

2009-05-06T14:51:00.002+08:00

I hope my son will be like this boy in the picture.

Photo from
http://thesartorialist.blogspot.com/

Peekture

2009-04-28T16:09:00.003+08:00

Nice picture of myself taken at my friend's place. Not bad, considering I'm not a picture person.

Willingness vs Busyness

2009-03-11T12:45:00.002+08:00

³⁸ Now it happened as they went that He entered a certain village; and a certain woman named Martha welcomed Him into her house. ³⁹ And she had a sister called Mary, who also sat at Jesus’ feet and heard His word. ⁴⁰ But Martha was distracted with much serving, and she approached Him and said, “Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Therefore tell her to help me.”
⁴¹ And Jesus answered and said to her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and troubled about many things. ⁴² But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.”
- Luke 10:38-42

Many things crave for our attention.

Who isn't busy?
It's the things you choose to give attention to, that will determine your life.

What will you be busy with today?

Different Convictions

2009-03-04T14:50:00.002+08:00

It's surprising how the small things reveals a person's convictions.

Differing convictions can really cause big problems in the future.

Love is

2009-03-02T13:15:00.002+08:00

⁴ Love suffers long and is kind; love does not envy; love does not parade itself, is not puffed up; ⁵ does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil; ⁶ does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; ⁷ bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.
⁸ Love never fails.
- 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

There is no past tense, no future tense. Just the present tense.

Love is.

Mini Blessing

2009-02-18T01:53:00.003+08:00

I went to Cold Storage today and wanted to get a drink. So, I just took this can of drink that I have never seen before and went to the cashier to pay for it.

To my surprise, when the cashier scanned the can, it displayed $0.00! So, she called her manager. Guess what her manager said?

The magic 2 words: "IT'S FREE!"

YAY!

Twitter

2009-02-16T01:41:00.000+08:00

I just created an account on Twitter. It's quite cool to know what others are doing!

Cost Of Discipleship

2009-02-11T00:39:00.002+08:00

So when they had brought their boats to land, they forsook all and followed Him.
-Luke 5:11

Here's the definition of all from dictionary.com:

–pronoun

9.	the whole quantity or amount: He ate all of the peanuts. All are gone.

10.	the whole number; every one: all of us.

11.	everything: Is that all you want to say? All is lost.

Interesting huh?

Morning Prayer Week

2009-02-09T15:21:00.002+08:00

Today marks the start of CHC's morning prayer week. It feels good to go and pray early in the morning.

There's just so much to pray for.

Definition Of A Fool

2009-02-01T00:23:00.008+08:00

Today, I heard a really good definition of a fool while listening to Honor's Reward by John Bevere.

Like he who binds a stone in a sling, so is he who gives honor to a [self-confident] fool.
- Proverbs 26:8 (Amp)

The fool has said in his heart,
“There is no God.”
- Psalms 53:1 (NKJV)

He who conceals his hatred has lying lips,
and whoever spreads slander is a fool.
- Proverbs 10:18 (NIV)

A fool finds pleasure in evil conduct,
but a man of understanding delights in wisdom.
- Proverbs 10:23 (NIV)

Fools think their own way is right,
but the wise listen to others.
- Proverbs 12:15 (NLT)

A fool finds no pleasure in understanding
but delights in airing his own opinions.
- Proverbs 18:2 (NIV)

A fool despises his father’s instruction,
But he who receives correction is prudent.
- Proverbs 15:5 (NKJV)

I saw a footnote from the Amplified Bible while searching on this.

The word "fool" in the Old Testament seldom, if ever, is used to describe the feebleminded, imbecile, idiot, or moron. Rather, it always has within it the meaning of a rebel, especially against God and the laws of order, decency, and justice. Notice in Proverbs how many such characteristics of rebelliousness are listed against the fool, and see God's attitude toward them.

Very interesting!

I always thought a fool was someone who was slower in their IQ, somewhat like a "blur sotong". But now, I know the truth!

Below is the 2-step process to be a smart person (opposite of a fool).

By humility and the fear of the LORD
Are riches and honor and life.
- Proverbs 22:4 (NKJV)

Cameron Highlands Day 3

2009-01-29T14:25:00.002+08:00

Day 3

We left the hotel early in the morning to make our way back to Singapore. We stopped at a nearby waterfall.

Nothing much on the last day. Most of the time was spent sitting in the bus. My butt was numb when I got off. Haha.

I've learnt something from this trip.
NEVER TAKE LONG BUS RIDES!

Cameron Highlands Day 2

2009-01-29T13:57:00.001+08:00

Day 2

Morning view of the hotel

Mum & sisters

Arriving at cactus valley

These are real cactus, but they really look like flowers.

These look like candy floss.

More "flower cactus"

Strawberry road!

Strawberry plants and REAL RED strawberries

Real me with a real scarecrow

Look at how green the lettuce is!

We took a school bus up to the tea plantation.

BAS SEKOLAH!

The seats are so small!

At the tea factory

Different steps of the tea making process. The images look ghostly because of the reflection of the glass window.

A tea plant! This is where your tea leaves come from.

Giant bee at the bee farm.

Place where the bees stay

Oops. I killed a bee!

Me and my sis at the rose garden

The steep steps to the top!

At the top of the bridge

Day 3 coming soon!

Cameron Highlands Day 1

2009-01-29T11:04:00.005+08:00

I'M BACK FROM CAMERON HIGHLANDS!

I really enjoyed myself spending this 3 days together with my family. There's only one downside to this trip. The bus journey is really REALLY LONG. The traffic jam is absolutely crazy! On Monday, we boarded the bus at 7am in Singapore and we reached Cameron Highlands at only 10pm! ARGH. More than 12 hours on the bus! Coming back wasn't so bad because of the smooth traffic, but still, it took us 10 hours to get to Singapore. I'll never take such long bus rides anymore.

The scenery over there is amazing. The air is super fresh too!

Day 1

Just arrived at a strawberry plantation. Look at the mini strawberry!

The flowers are HUGE!

So many colours!

Arriving at the hotel

Hotel lobby

I'll post more soon!

Unrighteous Mammon

2009-01-17T01:16:00.002+08:00

Luke 16:11
Therefore if you have not been faithful in the unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust the true riches?

I've been making full use of my Servanthood audio sermon series. I'm really very drawn to listen to CD2 over and over again. This verse has been stuck in mind ever since. Pst Kong said that if you cannot even handle your finances well, how can God trust you with the anointing? So, it doesn't matter how much you pray, it doesn't matter how much you fast. If you cannot manage your finances well, then you will never get the true riches!

How true! I've come to realise that it's quite fun managing your finances actually. It's very satisfying to know that you have enough money to bless someone else with what he/she wants. It's very heartwarming to be able to give to people when they don't have enough. It's very encouraging to calculate the blessings that God has given to you. It's very amazing just to see how through the years, you've become financially stronger.

God is indeed a good God!

Prayer

2009-01-15T00:18:00.002+08:00

Pastor just came back from Korea and shared about his trip there. I also saw some pictures on Facebook and some people's blogs. IT'S AMAZING! 4:30 in the morning and there's so many people praying!

Pastor mentioned something that really hit me in the spirit. "The people pray like they really believe it." Do we even believe in our prayers? A few days back, I just listened to one of Pst Phil's podcast. The title is "But God". He said many people have missed out on the God factor in their lives. Yeah. I admit that sometimes I was one of the many people.

LET'S REALLY FOCUS ON PRAYER FROM THIS YEAR ONWARDS!

Feature!

2009-01-13T00:24:00.001+08:00

Lillian was recently featured in the Business Times on Jan 10, 2009.

Here's the online article for you to read!

http://www.plushasia.com/article/1628

Sandy And Goliath

2009-01-12T12:52:00.001+08:00

Sandy and Goliath!

1st Audio Sermon

2009-01-12T00:08:00.002+08:00

I JUST BOUGHT MY FIRST AUDIO SERMON!!

Somehow, I feel like a small boy opening up a present. Haha.

Powerful Boy

2009-01-04T20:04:00.004+08:00

Today, after service, I saw this boy standing in front of a TV watching Pst Kong preach. AMAZING!

2008-12-29T02:21:00.002+08:00

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."

I've been listening to a series called becoming a real man by Pastor Kong. More updates soon!

Candlelight Service

2008-12-24T00:43:00.001+08:00

Pictures from last weekend's candlelight service!

MY BELOVED CG!

Guess who is in army?

SMS From Gracia

2008-12-20T23:34:00.003+08:00

I got 2 SMSes from Gracia that she didn't send. She just typed it into my phone.

1st SMS:
Hi jon :) how's life? I think it should be awesome right? Cool. I'm coming to your house now to see your mom and you! I'm bringing ang ku kuehs :) which colour you like? Grey red or purple? Say i rock! Then i'll bring you tau suan to stick your mouth sweetly together:)

2nd SMS:
Hi jon:) lol. Appreciation cg is coming! ARE YOU EXCITED? Yay! I'm excited! Haha. :) gracia signing off:)

So cool! She saved 2 SMSes because she just typed it into my phone instead of sending it from her phone. Haha.

P.S. I dont really like ang ku kueh or tau suan.

Timbre

2008-12-13T23:00:00.007+08:00

Went to Timbre yesterday with my colleagues to celebrate Laveen's birthday. I did many unglam things! OH NO! Now they know the "other" side of me.

The whole gang at Timbre

Two babes and a guy

The two babes trying to kiss each other

Me trying to scare one of the babes whilst she is busy smsing

Musicians

2008-12-08T00:52:00.004+08:00

I started something new in my cell group meeting this week. I added an electric guitar to the praise & worship! WOO. It's certainly taken my praise & worship to another level! Since it's the first time the 3 of them are playing together, there was definitely some issues we needed to work out. BUT, IT WAS GREAT!

We're going to meet every tuesday to practice the songs so that we can be tighter as a band. Here's our lineup:
Darren Neo - electric guitar
Shawn Wong - acoustic guitar
Samuel Sinn - classical guitar

This week, I'm going to get Samuel to play bass. Hopefully, I can have a full fledged band by next year. Haha. Maybe, a few years down the road, these people will be playing for service. Who knows?

THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING!

LET'S GO MUSICIANS!

Heeren Shift

2008-12-01T14:00:00.001+08:00

In case you're wondering, this is what happened during SKIN Heeren shift.

LOL.

Settlers

2008-11-26T00:28:00.002+08:00

We went to settlers cafe at SMU today. I didn't even know that there's one there! OMG. I'm becoming a mountain tortoise! HELP! Super super fun time. Thanks Clara for organising!

Anyway, the highlight of the day was a question asked by Jason. We were playing taboo and the other team was supposed to guess a word. Jason said, "You what your pants?" Then Samuel and Darren Neo replied, "WET!"

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. WE LITERALLY PENGED! I laughed until my face cramp.

So funny!

The God I Know

2008-11-20T01:57:00.001+08:00

The God I Know
KC Gan / City Harvest Church

(verse)
When the stage is bare tonight
There's no one else
Just You and me
When the curtains close behind
There's no pretense
I'm on my knees

(pre chorus)
I will lay down my life
For the love sacrifice
You gave to me
It's all because of You
All because of You

(chorus)
The God I know
Righteous and Holy
The God I know
Faithful and true
The God I know
My tower of refuge
Hearts are healed
Christ revealed

The God I know
Light of the City
The God I know
Strengthens the weak
The God I know
Your heart beats within me
As You are, so are we

(bridge)
This is my cry
My one desire
More of You
More of You

(last chorus)
The church He knows
Righteous and Holy
The church He knows
Is faithful and true
The church He knows
A tower of refuge
Hearts are healed
Christ revealed

The church He knows
Light of this city
The church He knows
Strengthens the weak
The church He knows
Is strong and mighty
As He is, so are we

I've more or less made up my mind. I'm certain of the answer when the question comes again.

Countdown

2008-11-19T00:40:00.000+08:00

1 more day to THE DAY!

Are you ready?

Quote of the Day

2008-11-16T00:36:00.001+08:00

* s a n d y @ N450 says:
i am still sick
* s a n d y @ N450 says:
haha
* s a n d y @ N450 says:
love sick

Asia Conference

2008-11-11T00:40:00.003+08:00

I went for a rehearsal yesterday afternoon for Asia Conference. I'm very blown away by how efficient our church is at planning such events. I mean 1 month before the opening day, they already have all the videos done up, all the songs recorded, all the dance items ready, all the people ready. AMAZING!

Yesterday was really a test of my faith. Haha. I was given something to do that I have NEVER done before in my entire life. Never have I dreamt of doing anything like this. I was given a mic and told to preach a short sermon on stage at Expo. *SHOCK* The first thing I did was to shout "HELP!" in my heart. "GOD, HELP ME PLEASE!" Then, after that, I acted zai and said ok. Then I quickly tried to memorise my sermon. Anyway, I'm just a reserve, in case any one of you want to bring your cameras and try to take a photo of me on the opening night of Asia Conference. There'll be an overseas SOT graduate that is supposed to preach. But, like Bobby said, if they don't turn up, it's going to be you. OK! I HOPE THEY TURN UP!

Looking at everything during the rehearsals makes me so excited. It'll truly be a world-class event. It will really be a time where not just people, not just countries, but the whole of Asia will be changed.

Here's the video trailer for the highly anticipated event.

Chalet

2008-11-10T23:58:00.004+08:00

N377 had a chalet from 7-9 Nov 08 and I'm proud to say that WE HAD A SUPER FUN TIME!

I just want to thank God for the whole event. Firstly, God blessed us because Wenxi won a 3d2n stay voucher from her company's D&D so we didn't have to pay for the chalet at all. Secondly, the weather was superb on that day. It didn't rain and it wasn't very hot either. Thirdly, all the friends that came all said that they enjoyed themselves a lot!

I also want to thank my members for rising up to the occasion to plan for the whole chalet as well. Thank you Wenxi for booking the chalet and for sponsoring it. Without you, the whole thing wouldn't have worked out. Thank you Gracia for being in charge of logistics and for almost bringing your whole kitchen! Everyone wouldn't have such a good meal without you. Thank you Samuel for planning the games, typing everything out and printing all the paper work for the games. The amazing race was AWESOME. Thank you Shawn for coming up with the games and icebreakers. The icebreakers really helped everyone open up! Thank you Darren Neo for helping out by being a station master. I know it was a last minute thing, but you did very well! Thank you Moses for gathering the guys together and being yourself. You brought a lot of joy to your group. Thank you Clara for being the team leader in one of the groups. The girls found a "da jie" in you. Thank you Darren Gee for helping to go recce during the planning of the games. You've sacrificed your time! Thank you Eileen for taking care of Samantha. You're such a loving person. Thank you Kevin for being a station master with Shawn. You've sacrificed your blood to the mosquitoes! Thank you Ken for being a station master as well. Even though you're 11 this year, but you did so well at your station. I'm so proud of you. Thank you Isaac for letting us use your house to discuss. I know sometimes we stay a bit longer. Thank you Caleb & Cephas for allowing us to borrow your steamboat. Thank you Jason for helping with the planning. Thank you David for supporting us in prayer.

Here's some heartwarming pictures of us having our steamboat.

Meaning

2008-11-01T21:36:00.001+08:00

What Jonathan Means

You are fair, honest, and logical. You are a natural leader, and people respect you.
You never give up, and you will succeed... even if it takes you a hundred tries.
You are rational enough to see every part of a problem. You are great at giving other people advice.

You are well rounded, with a complete perspective on life.
You are solid and dependable. You are loyal, and people can count on you.
At times, you can be a bit too serious. You tend to put too much pressure on yourself.

You are very intuitive and wise. You understand the world better than most people.
You also have a very active imagination. You often get carried away with your thoughts.
You are prone to a little paranoia and jealousy. You sometimes go overboard in interpreting signals.

You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection.
You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive.
You have the classic “Type A” personality.

You are a seeker. You often find yourself restless - and you have a lot of questions about life.
You tend to travel often, to fairly random locations. You're most comfortable when you're far away from home.
You are quite passionate and easily tempted. Your impulses sometimes get you into trouble.

You are truly an original person. You have amazing ideas, and the power to carry them out.
Success comes rather easily for you... especially in business and academia.
Some people find you to be selfish and a bit overbearing. You're a strong person.

What's" Your Name's Hidden Meaning?

Hmm. I don't travel often. LOL.

High School Musical 3

2008-10-30T20:04:00.006+08:00

Went to watch High School Musical 3 with Huimei, Qiu Ping and Wendy yesterday. THE MOVIE ROCKS MAN! Haha. I love this show!

There's so many great songs in this one movie. I'm in love with "Can I have this dance?" by Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens.

Is the show good or is it just the people you watch with?

Showdown

2008-10-22T23:12:00.002+08:00

Here's some pictures from Showdown @ Sentosa.

SO MANY PEOPLE!

The terrorists preparing our ammunition

Huimei: I'm melting already, still must take picture ah??
Chui Laam: Got to look nice for the camera man!
Irene: COME ON! GARANG A BIT LA!

Fastest Growing Cell Group

2008-10-20T12:22:00.005+08:00

Today's prayer meeting was super AWESOME! We had our own individual prayer first, so we just broke off to pray on our own. When I sat down to pray, I just prayed for my cell group. I prayed that God will increase my capacity, I prayed that my members will rise up, I prayed that every member in my cell group will grow spiritually, I prayed for a 50-50 balance of guys and girls in my cg, I prayed for 20 members by Dec 08, I prayed for 50 members by end 09.

Then, we came back together to worship God. Worship was double AWESOME. Haha. Lillian laid hands on each one of us and spoke a word. She said to me, "Fastest growing cell group", and she repeated it several times. I believe in it! A WORD IN SEASON FOR MY LIFE! AMEN!

Birthday 2

2008-10-14T01:39:00.005+08:00

Updates on my birthday.

Thank you all SKIN & EH Staffs - Geri, Sharlyn, David Boo, Theresa, Calynne, Iris, Eugene Seow, Deborah Tng, Nicole, David (Choon Choon) for coming with the cake & balloon to surprise me after closing. Thanks for the Soverign tee also! I like it a lot!

No pictures for these yet. Need to get from the photographer that night. If you're reading this now, better send me ASAP!

Thanks Eugene Seow for your $40 voucher. I am really surprised to receive it. I didn't expect anything like this. You're a great man!

Thanks Deb Tng for your $40 voucher also. It's also very unexpected.

Thanks Gerry for your simple card, for taking the effort to print out a picture and pasting it! And I also know that the card is not cheap. Haha. Esp when it's from a certain shop at Citylink Mall.

Thank you all who smsed me to wish me happy birthday. I totally didn't expect to receive so much stuff during my birthday this year. Haha.

THANK YOU ALL!

Birthday

2008-10-13T13:11:00.006+08:00

Thanks N377 for the wonderful card that you all made for me! Thanks for the $100 voucher! Thanks for your prayers! Haha. I'll post the pictures up soon.

The card was so nice that my sister thought it was bought. WAH. So professionally done! Anyway, thanks for all the hugs that I received yesterday. I REALLY FEEL LOVED!

Thanks so much for everything!

The professionally done card:

Dreaming

2008-10-10T11:58:00.003+08:00

Being able to dream is such a wonderful ability. I like to dream! Haha. Sometimes, after praying, I'll just sit in my room and think about how I want things to be like. I'll just close my eyes and begin to visualise how I want things to be like in the future.

But I don't want to just sit there and dream every night. I want to live out my dreams. And that's why prayer is so important. I remember one night, Nic kept on telling me that we need to pray. His exact sentence was "Yeah, got to pray". I think now I realise why it's so important to pray. Because prayer builds faith. And faith is really the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. When we dream, those are the things that we are hoping for, the things that are not seen. But, after we pray, there's a faith that's in us that tells others that we're going after dreams. And it gives us the boldness to chase after our dreams. It gives us the strength to overcome challenges. It gives us the encouragement to push through.

Dream big dreams, pray big prayers!

SMS

2008-10-08T13:22:00.002+08:00

One of my members just sent me this sms yesterday night.

Anyway just wanna tell you tt u're really a good leader, someone who really treats us well, never put any pressure on us, scold us, always showered us with patience n love. Thank you so much Jon for making a difference in my life. U're great!! God bless you! =)

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I just want to say that it's because of people like you that are so teachable, so willing, so sacrificial that makes me look like im a good leader. N377, you guys are the best people any leader could wish for.

MSN

2008-10-05T01:00:00.000+08:00

gforgracia! I press on! says:
JON
gforgracia! I press on! says:
WE MISSED YOU
gforgracia! I press on! says:
LIKE
gforgracia! I press on! says:
OMGGGGG.
gforgracia! I press on! says:
haha but srsly
gforgracia! I press on! says:
we did miss you okay!
jOn! says:
Okokok
jOn! says:
I feel so loved
jOn! says:
=D

Personality Test

2008-10-04T01:59:00.002+08:00

People

2008-10-01T22:46:00.008+08:00

People matter. It's about that personal touch. Sometimes, we get too carried away with the big picture that we forget it's really about every individual person's life.

Watch this video here

Does Anybody Hear Her by Casting Crowns
She is running
A hundred miles an hour in the wrong direction
She is trying
But the canyon's ever widening
In the depths of her cold heart
So she sets out on another misadventure just to find
She's another two years older
And she's three more steps behind

Does anybody hear her? Can anybody see?
Or does anybody even knows she's going down today
Under the shadow of our steeple
With all the lost and lonely people
Searching for the hope that's tucked away in you and me
Does anybody hear her? Can anybody see?

She is yearning
For shelter and affection
That she never found at home
She is searching
For a hero to ride in
To ride in and save the day
And in walks her prince charming
And he knows just what to say
Momentary lapse of reason
And she gives herself away

If judgment looms under every steeple
If lofty glances from lofty people
Can't see past her scarlet letter
And we never even met her

He is running
A hundred miles an hour in the wrong direction

New Asia Bar

2008-09-26T23:56:00.003+08:00

This weekend is F1 weekend! Many many super SUPER rich people are in town. And of course, with super rich people in town, there must be events catered to them. I went to help out for an Ed Hardy fashion show at New Asia Bar at Swissotel. It's an invitation only, red carpet event. I felt so underdressed when I was there. The place is super SUPER posh. And the view from the bar is OMG, breathtaking. For those of you who don't know where New Asia Bar is, it's on the 70th storey of Swissotel.

I managed to meet the event organiser, a Jamaican guy. His build is superb, i tell you. And after meeting all the people today, I'm provoked. I'm going to do something to myself. I'm going to train up man. Watching the way they work is also amazing. The guy pays so much attention to detail. Even where the standees and banners are placed are important. Who holds it is also important. He even thinks about the impression people will get when they look at the whole place. Amazing guy.

Here's some pictures.

The view from the 70th storey!

The red carpet area!

AHS

2008-09-25T09:01:00.011+08:00

I just came back from a morning prayer meeting at AHS. Indeed something exciting is happening in that place! I skipped school just to go and lead my member and her classmates in prayer. Exams are coming in a few weeks time and they are anxious. A grand total of 14 people came for the prayer meeting. I was shocked! SO MANY PEOPLE! And the best thing was, when I checked with them how many of them attend another church, only 2 raised up their hands, which means, 11 non-Christians joined us!

It all started during "I am a campus revivalist" session in June where Pastor Zhuang shared about how to start a campus ministry. Before he started, he just asked how many of them are from AHS and to his surprise, my member, Gracia, was the only one. I could sense his disappointment. During the session, this burden for AHS was birthed in me. I told my members that I don't believe that revival has died in AHS. I told them that we can do something about it.

The coming months after June were not easy. Initially, I met two of my members, Gracia and David, every Thursday to pray before their morning assembly. It wasn't easy. But as we prayed, God answers. Slowly, I could see that they believed in this vision.

Truly, something exciting is happening in AHS. I'm just so honored to be able to go there and lead so many of them in a prayer meeting. I'm also very excited for all the events that are coming after their exams. REVIVAL IS COMING!

Passion

2008-09-25T00:15:00.006+08:00

Yesterday night, I talked to a person that has great passion in her life. She really showed me what passion means. She's willing to push aside other demands on her time; she's willing to sacrifice her time; she's willing to do it without getting paid; she's willing to do it without any recognition; she's willing to risk getting scolded by her boss; she's willing to do it because of her passion.

I'm really really touched. Thanks for teaching me what passion is about!

Provoked

2008-09-16T01:34:00.001+08:00

I'm provoked after today's session.

Be more bold.
Be more creative.
Be more willing.
Be more sharp.

First

2008-09-07T21:00:00.003+08:00

First

I love, because You first loved me
I live, because of what You gave
You died, showed me how to live
Your mercy taught me to forgive

You came and poured Yourself so free
Your blood washed away my shame
And now I can live again
I'm more of You and less of me

My first love
Forever You will be
My first breath
You're the life in me
My first joy
The world can never take from me
My covenant with You
Jesus

Your love falls down
Your love falls down
Your love falls down
Over me

Jesus, You'll always be my first love. I remember the time when I first came to church. I remember the time when I first prayed. I remember the time when I first tithed. I remember the time when I first gave. I remember the time when I first led prayer meeting. I remember the time when I first led praise & worship. Jesus, You'll be my first love forever.

Prayer Meeting

2008-09-01T23:37:00.002+08:00

Today's prayer meeting was awesome. The moment I stepped into the house, I knew something was different. I felt such a sense of destiny; that something extraordinary was about to happen. And when we started to pray and worship God, it was unbelievable. The presence of God was so strong that after the meeting, my supervisor even said that it was better than her cg meeting. Haha. It was such a wonderful time.

I really believe that from today onwards, there's something different about us. Something is happening! A breakthrough is coming! And really, the company that prays together stays together. Thank You Holy Spirit for such a wonderful meeting.

Thank You

2008-08-24T23:23:00.003+08:00

Thank You Jesus for all You've done in my life.

It's been a long way. It's not been easy, but God, You're good. If someone were to tell me 5 years ago that I would be doing what I'm doing now, I would have thought that the person was crazy. Never in my wildest dreams would I think that I would be able to meet the people I'm meeting now; never in my wildest dreams would I think that I would be able to do the things I'm doing now. I feel so honoured and privileged.

Thank You Jesus.

Standing Together

2008-08-23T23:26:00.002+08:00

I just want to say a big thank you for those of you who have encouraged me in one way or another. I really really appreciate your help. Thanks for standing with me. Let's run this race together. =)

Trust

2008-08-16T01:54:00.002+08:00

I'll trust in You.

Somehow, I've realised that after all these years, there's this conviction in my heart that no matter what happens, God will come through for me.

Work 2

2008-08-10T23:28:00.003+08:00

2 posts ago, I said that something exciting happened. Well, I finally got the opportunity to pluck up my courage and suggest something to my boss. And she agreed to it! YEAH!

Ok. Many of you must be wondering what it is. I just suggested that we should come together to pray. The thought first came to my mind while I was praying one day. I didn't really give it much thought at first. But, as the days went by, God began to impress this thought more and more upon me. And the more I thought about it, the more excited I felt.

So, I'm really really thankful to be given the privilege to lead the coming prayer meeting. I believe that exciting things will be coming our way!

Blessings

2008-08-07T21:04:00.001+08:00

I JUST GOT BLESSED!

My supervisor gave me $10 for lunch today and paid for my Special concert ticket. I'm so blessed! Praise the Lord!

Work

2008-08-07T00:26:00.002+08:00

I just realised I haven't blogged in a long time. I'm sorry, my faithful readers! I'm just so busy at work. Anyway, something exciting happened today. When things are more finalised, I'll post the details here.

Sun

2008-07-29T10:44:00.002+08:00

Sun is on the cover on this month's issue of Vanilla magazine! There's a 12 page article on her! There's also many pages of pictures of her with Dayan. He's so cute now. Go buy it! It's only $5.20. But if you're too poor, then you can always drop by SKIN GWC or SKIN Heeren. There's a copy there.

Partner

2008-07-27T23:47:00.002+08:00

I borrowed an audio sermon from one of my friends! It's CHOOSING THE RIGHT PARTNER FOR LIFE! Haha. I know many of you are worried for me; and you all out there are taking the initiative to matchmake me, but don't worry, I'm learning how to choose the right partner.

Pastor say there's 3 important decisions in your life that you can make:
1) choosing Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour - done
2) finding a church to be planted in - done
3) who you decide to marry

I'm left with the last one! So no hurries, I'll slowly take my time. Haha.

Mcdonald's Again

2008-07-19T23:29:00.001+08:00

I have sinned. I ate McDonald's for dinner today.

McDonald's

2008-07-17T23:59:00.002+08:00

After watching this, I guarantee you'll stay away from McDonald's for a while.

Decision

2008-07-16T02:33:00.002+08:00

I made a decision today. An important decision.

Lillian shared with me a story that really impacted me. She shared with me about her courtship with Nicholas and God's grace in her life. I'm blown away by how God has moved in her life. Initially, when I met her, I felt that she was a very fierce person. I didn't really like to work with her, because she carried high standards. But now, my perception of her has changed. She's really a person after God's heart.

Lillian said that when you look at King David's life, you can see that he's not a perfect man. He committed adultery; he plotted to murder someone. But yet, the Bible says that he's a man after God's own heart. Have you wondered why? Because if you look at other Old Testament Bible characters, most of them, at one point in their life, have fallen away from God. For King David, he never once left God's presence. He always desired to be in God's presence. That's why, even in his imperfection, the Bible says that he is a person after God's heart.

Ultimately, it's really the decisions that we make that tell God how much we love Him. Before Abraham decided to sacrifice Isaac, did he fear God? Of course. But God didn't know for sure. Only when Abraham was about to slay his son, did God know for sure that Abraham feared Him.

Actually, before today, I was already wondering about the future. What lies beyond? When Pastor shared about his trip to Korea, and told us that maybe some of us would be pastors or zone supervisors or board members, it really struck me. It was something I couldn't forget. Somehow, the question burned in my heart. So, I was just wondering to myself, "How can something like this materalise and become reality?". I don't know. I still haven't figured it out yet. But, the good thing is, I don't need to figure it out. Haha. I'll let God do the figuring!

Anyway, I added another criteria to my list of qualities my girlfriend should have. Actually, I've added it a while back, just that I didn't blog about it. She has to be supportive of my decisions. I've always wondered what would my girlfriend say when God calls me to full time ministry. I know that I will definitely obey. I would definitely go. But, what will my other half say? I've come to realise that I cannot have a girlfriend who is not supportive of me going down this path. I just cannot.

In this 6 years that I've been in church, I've seen how God has been faithful in my life. I know that when I obey Him, He will definitely prosper me. I know and I know and I know, deep in my heart, that God is faithful. From a poor guy who doesn't have enough to eat to a person wearing Christian Audigier and True Religion now, I know for sure, without a doubt, that God is good. No matter what happens, I will follow You. For the rest of my life.

"But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."
Joshua 24:15

When You Were Young

2008-07-14T13:26:00.003+08:00

I love this song! It's very jumpy. The way the vocalist works the crowd is awesome!

Maturity

2008-07-12T00:49:00.004+08:00

Maturity doesn't come with age. It comes with acceptance of responsibility.

What are you responsible for?
Something small like running an errand? Or something big like being in charge of a project? It doesn't matter how big a thing you are responsible for. Sometimes, we have this mindset where we think that the bigger the project, the more responsible we will become. Let me tell you, that's WRONG.

And he said to him, ‘Well done, good servant; because you were faithful in a very little, have authority over ten cities.’
Luke 19:17

In the parable of the minas, Jesus says that when you are faithful in the little things, then more will be given to you. If you can't even be faithful in the small things, then how can anyone trust you with something big? If you want to be a leader, then be responsible with whatever is in your life now. Even if you don't want to be a leader, you still have to be responsible for your own life. Be responsible for your finances; be responsible for your time; be responsible for your work; be responsible for your health; be responsible for your belongings. Be responsible and people will trust you.

Hint: A responsible person says, "Okay, can" when things need to be done and "I'm sorry" or "I'll change" when things go wrong. Never say "I forgot", "I don't know" or "It can't be done".

P.S. If I'm not responsible in anything, you can just tell me off on the spot. I'll really appreciate that.

Wrong Bus

2008-07-08T20:35:00.003+08:00

Yesterday, I did a real dumb thing. I TOOK THE WRONG BUS! Haha. I was in a hurry to go home from GWC, so I didn't really notice the bus number. Bus 175 came and I thought that it was the bus that goes to Tiong Bahru MRT, so I happily boarded the bus. Only when the bus didn't turn at the normal junction that the truth dawned on me. I ended up at Redhill because the bus turned to CTE and went all the way there. ARGH. I felt so dumb. Haha.

Hilarious

2008-07-02T13:56:00.000+08:00

I saw this video on a forum that I frequent. Super hilarious!

Rockband

2008-06-30T23:16:00.003+08:00

One of my friends introduced me to this game on the PS3. It's called Rock Band. Superb game. We went to e2max@cathay to play it. $25/hour! So expensive! But it's definitely worth it. Haha. You can really live your dream of becoming a rock star!

Here's the video trailer:

The Time Has Come!

2008-06-29T20:34:00.003+08:00

Today's Word preached by Pastor Tan really is a confirmation.

The time has come!

Taxi Driver

2008-06-28T00:05:00.002+08:00

I met a super interesting taxi driver today! His name is Mr Wong. Coincidentally, he has the same surname as me also! Haha. It's quite amazing. He's different from other taxi drivers.

Once I boarded the cab, I noticed that there was something different about him. He was sharp, and he talked a lot. HAHA. Initially, he talked to me about retirement, about his family, about his wife and about his house. So, being the friendly me, I just entertained him. Then, after a while, he began to share about his past work experiences. He was a director at Seagate before he retired! I was stunned when I heard that. A director driving a taxi? I thought he should be enjoying life now. But, he told me that it's boring. That's why he started driving a taxi.

Anyway, after that, he told me that he only had an "O" level cert. He said that he was able to be a director because of God's grace. So amazing! He started sharing about how he would pray whenever he needed help, how he read 10 chapters of the Bible yesterday, how God put ideas into his head when he needed to solve problems. Wow. I'm so amazed. Such an old man like him, so successful, yet so humble; and most importantly, loves God with all his heart.

Before I left the cab, he told me that he would see me in heaven. I told him that Singapore is quite small, so I might bump into him again. Haha. I also told him that he is an inspiration! He certainly inspired me!

SKIN Couture

2008-06-25T00:47:00.003+08:00

I've just been thinking about my job at SKIN Couture today. In my heart, I'm so grateful that I'm able to work here. And it all started with a simple prayer.

Last year during SOT, I remembered I prayed to God that I wanted to find a job that could fit into my school timetable, my cell group timing and service timings. It was that simple. All I wanted to do was to be independent, not needing to get pocket money from my mum. I didn't realise that a job would bring me so far. Truly, God is a good God.

Initially, I didn't even want to try for this job. I thought that I wouldn't be able to cope with my studies. And I totally forgot about what I prayed for. It was only until a few people came to encourage me to go for an interview that I went. So, when I got the job, I was quite shocked. One of my friends told me that it is quite hard for a guy to get the job. She also told me that they rejected many people before. I was even more shocked after I heard all these things she said.

But, I just want to share about God's goodness. He gave me my dream job. A job where the management understand my commitments. A job where I can study, take a cell group at the same time. And it's not just that. A job that gives me the privilege to meet people that I never thought I would meet. A job that gives me the opportunity to work together with those same people. It's just amazing. I'm so thankful for this job.

"Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think ..."
Ephesians 3:20

Grieved

2008-06-25T00:29:00.003+08:00

On Sunday, after service, I met the CGCs to discuss about this coming Saturday's event at Sentosa. After the whole discussion, Geraldine just mentioned to me that even the CGCs are female dominated. When I heard that, I felt so grieved in my heart. Where are the men? Or rather, what are the men doing? That's the question that immediately ran through my head.

A few weeks back, after the message, Pastor asked us to turn to our neighbours and give them a hug. I looked around for a guy to hug and I found no one. I looked to my left, I looked to my right, and they were all ladies. I felt so lonely.

I'm getting myself ready. The time will come soon.

Five Loaves And Two Fishes

2008-06-24T17:58:00.003+08:00

On the MRT today, I happened to hear this song.

Five Loaves And Two Fishes by Corrinne May
A little boy of thirteen was on his way to school
He heard a crowd of people laughing and he went to take a look
Thousands were listening to the stories of one Man
He spoke with such wisdom, even the kids could understand

The hours passed so quickly, the day turned to night
Everyone was hungry but there was no food in sight
The boy looked in his lunchbox at the little that he had
He wasn't sure what good it'd do, there were thousands to be fed

But he saw the twinkling eyes of Jesus
The kindness in His smile
And the boy cried out
With the trust of a child
he said:

"Take my five loaves and two fishes
Do with it as You will
I surrender
Take my fears and my inhibitions
All my burdens, my ambitions
You can use it all to feed them all"

I often think about that boy when I'm feeling small
And I worry that the work I do means nothing at all

But every single tear I cry is a diamond in His hands
And every door that slams in my face, I will offer up in prayer

So I'll give you every breath that I have
Oh Lord, You can work miracles
All that You need is my "Amen"

So take my five loaves and two fishes
Do with it as You will
I surrender
Take my fears and my inhibitions
All my burdens, my ambitions
You can use it all
I hope it's not too small

I trust in You
I trust in You

So take my five loaves and two fishes
Do with it as You will
I surrender
Take my fears and my inhibitions
All my burdens, my ambitions
You can use it all
No gift is too small

I nearly cried on the train.

Maybe some of you feel that you don't even have 5 loaves and 2 fishes. Maybe you only have 1 loaf and 1 fish. But, God can take anything and use it beyond your wildest imagination, only if you let Him. Let God use you today, whatever you have. No gift is too small.

SKIN Marina

2008-06-23T01:51:00.004+08:00

22 June 2008 was the last official operational day of SKIN Marina. We're going to shift everything over to SKIN GWC (Great World City).

Just now, when I was packing the boxes, I felt so nostalgic. I remember that this was the place where Lillian interviewed me. I remember that this was the place where I learnt everything I know. I remember that this was the place where Sharlyn taught me how to improve my sales. I remember that this was the place that I gave two shirts to a tourist who only paid for one. I remember all the late night stocktakes. I remember that this was the place that I spent so much time at. So many memories at Marina.

I took a photo just now. I stood in front of the counter and placed my hand on my heart. Even though, it was quite embarrassing because everyone was looking at me and I ended up smiling in the picture, but there were a lot of emotions running through my heart. I feel like I've left something behind at Marina.

Marina will always be in my heart. I'll remember it as the place where I started the job that I prayed for. Change is always for the better!

God, lead me to wherever You want me to go.

Thanks

2008-06-16T23:21:00.003+08:00

Today, I just want to dedicate this post to thank some of the people that have left a great footprint in my life. You believed in me despite my flaws; believed in me despite my mistakes; believed in me despite my problems. I am the person I am today because of your faith in me.

First of all, I just want to give thanks to Jesus! Thank You for setting the most perfect example for me to follow, showing me how to serve. Thank You for believing in me. Thank You for healing my broken heart. Thank You for Your grace. Thank You for dying on the cross for my sins. Thank You Lord!

Secondly, I want to thank my first leader, Huiling. She was the first person to encourage me to be a leader. Even though, at that point in time, I still had very strong parental objection, she didn't give up on me. She taught me how to do followup, how to talk to the members, how to move in the Spirit. Thank you Huiling for all that you've sowed into my life. Without you, I wouldn't dare to dream of being a leader.

I also want to thank Patricia for moulding me as well. She's really an inspiration in my life. She taught me how to be disciplined in managing my time, how to pace myself so that I will not burn out and many many important lessons. She's such a strong woman to be able to serve God in the ministry for so many years and still going strong with the same passion as before. Everything that I know is learnt from her. Thank you Pat!

I want to thank Pastor Zhuang as well for giving me the opportunity to serve in the zone. Just being able to listen to your stories and how you live your life is an inspiration to me. It's an honour to be a leader under you!

Thanks to all my friends out there as well. You guys have encouraged me in your own little ways.

THANK YOU ALL!

Youths

2008-06-16T23:04:00.005+08:00

Today, the thing that I prayed the most for is the youths in CHC, especially those in WYZ zone and those in my cg. I pray that they will give their all when they are young; that they will not regret the times of their youth; that when they are older, they will look back and say, "I'm glad I used my time to serve God." The past few weeks, I've always been praying for the youths. They are so important! They are at a time where their life values are cemented. Such precious precious people. I teared while I prayed today at JW. Let there be a breakthrough, God!

I pray that every youth will be able to sing this song and mean it with all their heart.

Kid's Prayer
I want to know You Lord
You are a great big God
I'm young and do not know a lot
Come and be my all

I want to love You more
Giving You my life and all
You died for me
You've sacrificed
I won't forget You Lord

I love You Jesus
I'll grow up knowing You
I love You Jesus
I'll grow up serving You
I love You Jesus
My life is saved by You
I'll never forget
Never forget
I'll grow up loving You

730am

2008-06-15T23:59:00.003+08:00

I have decided! It took me a while to wrestle with my flesh, but I have made a decision. I will go!

Tmr 730am-830am. The time to give my heart to You.

Inspire

2008-06-12T22:18:00.003+08:00

WOO! I just came back from INSPIRE 2008! Concussed yesterday night from 11pm-1pm today. 14 HOURS! That's how tired I am physically, but spiritually, I'M SO ALIVE! It's been such an exciting 3 days and 2 nights.

I reached the campsite on Sunday night around 11 plus. I met Davis at Clementi MRT to take a cab down together since we're carrying so many things. When I reached the campsite, Kelvin, Edwin, Bee Leng, Xuemin were already there. They were just practicing some praise & worship songs. So, I just unpacked my things and went through my mind the things that I needed to prepare for the games that I was in charge of. Around 1230am, when Huimei, Geraldine and Wendy reached, all of us went around the place to familiarise ourselves. We also prayed. We walked into every bunk, the canteen, the roads and prayed for the presence of God to be all over the place. Amazing. After praying, my faith level really rose. Faith really comes by praying. Pastor also came to look at the place at around 1 plus. Then, we brought him to walk the night walk route. Haha. So interesting! After everything, the games committee prepared our logistics before we could finally sleep. Slept at 4 plus.

First day

All of us came excited and looking forward for a great time. We formed ourselves into our houses and teams. Had some ice-breakers and did our house cheers. After lunch, we went to the quarry for our games. Had some inter-team games first. Then was the highlight of the first day, our modified captain's ball game. Haha. Everyone in the houses were supposed to play. Instead of throwing just 1 ball into the court, we threw a lot of other things. Basketballs, soccer balls, ping pong balls and some special items. The first special item was A RAW CHICKEN! Haha. The look on the campers when the chicken was thrown was so funny. Everyone stood there stunned. Then when the chicken landed, everyone just snatched it. AND THEN IT BROKE INTO PIECES! Haha. Some were holding to the leg, some holding to the head, some holding to the body. So disgusting. But everyone was really enthusiastic. Second special item was BANANAS. It was quite funny to see them throwing the bananas around with all the rest of the items still flying around. Laughed my head off during the whole game.

At night, we had our first session. It was also the first time some of the members were involved in certain ministries. I was in charge of chorus board, so I chose 4 people to help me. Jaren, Selan, Cheryl and Gracia! The 4 of them were fantastic. Even though it was the first time they were doing chorus board, but they rose up to the occasion. I just taught them and they practiced with the musicians. During the actual session, I just did lighting by myself. I didn't even need to be there to guide them. Amazing!

2nd day

We had a session in the morning where Pastor preached. Amazing time as well, though chorus board had some problems at the beginning. But it was through this time where I could identify who could do operations and who could do preparation. In the afternoon, they had a game where every house had to build a structure. Haha. I left early because I had to prepare chorus board for Haute Couture. I reached there at 4 and the contestants were already rehearsing their walks. So proud of all of them! So young and already being on stage. The whole event was super fun! After we went back to the camp, I thought that I could finally sleep early, but we still had many things to discuss. Haha.

3rd day

I took a cab down with my chorus board team so that we could reach JW early to set up. The musicians were also there early. I passed $10 to Cheryl so that she could buy some breakfast for us, since we always didn't eat before every session. When we reached there, I realised that there were still some slides that needed to be prepared, so I got Selan and Cheryl to do it. They're amazing. They can really prepare awesome slides. I just told them what I wanted to be on the slides and they made it look so beautiful! Selan and Cheryl, I love your "can do" attitude! Jaren and Gracia are also good at operations. They can flow very well with the songleaders and musicians. I'm so proud of all of you!

After everything, I spoke to Selan, Cheryl and Jaren. I told them to bring whatever that they've learnt here to wherever they are going, be it in school, in their cell group. Wherever they go, they can do great things! They've become more sharp, more observant and able to take pressure!

After that, the leaders went to have lunch with Pastor. It was the first time I ate a proper meal in 3 days! Haha. I ate so much! Lynn and Geraldine couldn't finish their share so I helped them! Yes. I felt so full after eating so much. After lunch, took a cab home with Rae and Qiu Ping. Finally after 3 days, I'm home! Haha. I missed my bed so much.

The past 3 days have been so awesome! I really hope that this camp has inspired all who have attended and that everyone has become stronger!

"... but the people who know their God shall be strong, and carry out great exploits."

Daniel 11:32

Back

2008-06-08T01:14:00.002+08:00

I'm back! Back from being a MAN and serving my country. ICT. 1 down, 9 more to go.

I'll be away again for another 3 days due to INSPIRE. I'll update more then.

Denise

2008-05-25T01:07:00.004+08:00

I just want to blog about this new friend that I have in my cg. Her name is Denise. I met her a few months ago during the SAC Orientation Camp. She's really a very faithful girl, even though she doesn't talk much. During one of the activities at Botanical Gardens, she was the only one who went around to pick up the litter together with me and Qiu Ping. She isn't really the chatty type of girl, nor the enthusiastic kind, nor the attitude kind. She really epitomises the phrase "actions speak louder than words". She doesn't say so much, but she does a lot.

I really really admire her. Her actions have touched me a lot. Today, she came for our Captain's Ball Tournament. Initially I wanted her to play because she said she likes sports, but her tuition ended at 230pm so she will be late. So, I felt kinda sad when she couldn't take part. I didn't want her to come and just watch other people play. But she's really enthusiastic, even though she didn't show it on her face. She actually took a cab down from her tuition teacher's house to come down to watch people play captain's ball. Can you believe that? Just to come down, watch and support the people. Take a cab! There are some people I know who don't even bother to take a cab down if they are late for an important meeting.

This is not all. The thing that touched me the most was, when she told me on the way out of the community centre, that she waited 2 hours the night before for her parents to give her permission to come for today's event. 2 HOURS! Her parents didn't answer her immediately, so she kept on asking. She pressed on! I've never seen such determination, such enthusiasm, such commitment. It really really touched my heart. Just to come for a cell group meeting, to watch people play captain's ball, take a cab, wait 2 hours for permission. I'm in awe, I'm blown away. She deserves a standing ovation.

God, I just pray that she will stay, that she will be planted in N377. She's such a precious, precious soul. She's willing to sacrifice so much just to come to church. Lord, I just pray that You see her sacrifices.

Post Exam

2008-05-25T01:00:00.003+08:00

Finally exams are over! Haha. This post has been overdue for 3 days now because I don't really have time to blog. It seems like ever since exams are over, things are coming even faster! Haha.

Anyway, I just want to thank all the people who have prayed for me during my exam period. I really really appreciate your prayers! Especially the SKIN staff and some of the supervisors. When Theresa told me that she prayed for me over the phone with Iris, I was totally blown away. I didn't expect it at all! I just mentioned it briefly only. You guys are amazing!

A VERY VERY BIG THANK YOU!

Hati Hamba

2008-05-24T00:45:00.012+08:00

Learnt a new song a few days ago. It's an Indonesian song translated into Chinese.

我永远不会忘记
主祢那丰富恩典
如今我在天父怀中
因为祢舍下自己
祢不看我的过去
只是完全接纳我
主祢的爱何等伟大
我的心完全融化

我亲爱救主
我心何等感谢
祢单单在意
我这爱祢的心
我愿一生
追求跟随我主
谦卑为祢
服事这世界
我亲爱救主
我要一生敬拜
在我生命中
祢是唯一的爱
毫无保留
我愿献上所有
何等渴慕能为祢而活
耶稣我主

Such a beautiful song. As we get older, we really allow things to become more and more complicated. Sometimes, things are just so simple. Just like serving God, so simple. Just serve, no need to ask so many questions. A willing heart can really bring a person to do so much more.

Commitment

2008-05-21T13:57:00.004+08:00

Is commitment a scary word? Hmm. The Oxford Dictionary says that the meaning of commitment is 1) dedication to a cause or policy, 2) a pledge or undertaking and 3) an engagement or obligation that restricts freedom of action.

Hmm. Quite tough meanings here. Haha. But I think the first meaning of commitment is so true - dedication to a cause or policy. If you are committed, it means that you are dedicated.

Yesterday night, as Pastor was talking about Yoido Full Gospel Church, about how their members have stayed through 50 years, how they have grown old in the church and are still serving, I was deeply touched. And I was just imagining in my mind how wonderful it would be, 30 years down the road, to meet with people that I know now again. What kind of feelings would be going through my heart then? To see people grow up, have their own families, see their children, see how they are still serving God. I think it's just amazing. And I'm reminded of my first post in my blog, of how I want to raise up lasting leaders. People who will not just run the race for a while, but people who will be dedicated and committed to this cause, people who will stick around through thick and thin.

God, help me to raise up people like that. =)

Prayer

2008-05-18T22:16:00.005+08:00

Pray pray pray! Being able to pray is such a joy in my life. I really appreciate the privilege to be able to pray for others.

On Saturday night, suddenly Lillian called for a prayer meeting at GWC, immediately I knew something was up. If you ask me how I know, I don't know. It's just a feeling la. It's like when you hear people say certain things, when you read certain SMSes, you can tell that there's an urgent need. It's like in Lord of the Rings, when the horn is blown, immediately everyone wakes up, prepares themselves and gets into battle formation. I certainly felt like that yesterday night. It was the first time I prayed with the SKIN staffs. During the prayer meeting, just listening to the different people pray, I can tell how each person is doing in their life, what they are concerned about, the different burdens that they carry. It's amazing how a simple thing like prayer can say so much about a person.

This morning, there was another prayer meeting from 7am to 830am at Expo conference rooms. So early! It was the first time I needed to reach Expo so early! Haha. When I got out of the house at 630am, the sky was still dark. But as I was walking from the bus stop to Expo, I felt really excited in my heart. Excited to be part of something big. Excited to be able to stand in the gap for a great person. Excited to pray as well. It reminded me of SOT last year. Waking up early in the morning, being able to praise & worship God at the start of everyday, listening to the preaching of the Word, practical sessions of moving in the Spirit. Even though I didn't really sleep much the night before, I was looking forward to everything. It was wonderful, I tell you. The feeling is beyond description.

Prayed again during pre-service prayer meeting. But it was quite short la, compared to the other 2 I went through. Haha. In any case, I just realised that within the short time of 12 hours, I attended 3 prayer meetings and prayed for approximately 2 and a half hours (I think so la, around there). I feel so alive now in my spirit!

So, to all of you who are reading my blog, let's pray more. Let's allow God to move in our lives, allow God to refresh us, renew our love for Him once again through prayer. If you've never prayed before, or tried praying so long before, why not give it a try? You'll be amazed at the results. Let me know if you try!

"For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace."
Romans 8:6

Manhood

2008-05-14T23:42:00.002+08:00

"Manhood" - This word has been in my heart for a while now. Everytime I pray, this word comes to me. Everytime I look at certain situations, this word comes to me again.

"So I sought for a man among them who would make a wall, and stand in the gap before Me on behalf of the land, that I should not destroy it; but I found no one."
Ezekiel 22:30

Fellowship

2008-05-12T11:27:00.002+08:00

Fellowship yesterday after service was AWESOME! (even though there were only 3 people including myself). Haha. I learnt 2 new "words" - bimbim and bobo. Go figure out what it means yourself. Merlissa, you're so funny!

And at night, I watched the final match of the EPL season - Man Utd vs Wigan. It was so exciting! First half penalty by Cristiano Ronaldo and a second half strike by Ryan Giggs won it for United! YES! A NEW RECORD! 10 EPL TITLES!

EPL in the pocket, Champions League to go! We're going to win Chelsea. Abramovich, you got to learn that money can't buy titles. HAHA.

i had a dream again.

Exams

2008-05-08T21:24:00.002+08:00

Just finished my Econs paper today. IT WAS SO DIFFICULT! So many people left the hall early. I wonder why they left. Is it because they are too smart? Or is it because they gave up?

This evening, while I was studying for my stats, I suddenly forgot how to read the t-distribution table. Since I was at home, I asked him over msn. I asked him to turn to the table. So, the table I had in front of me had only up to 1 decimal place, but my friend could always read up to 3 decimal places. So, we had this short argument.

jOn! says:
How he get until 3 decimal place?
- Neth - i would've kept you forever, but we had to sever, it ended for both of us faster than a...... says:
1 decimal?
- Neth - i would've kept you forever, but we had to sever, it ended for both of us faster than a...... says:
mine 3 leh
- Neth - i would've kept you forever, but we had to sever, it ended for both of us faster than a...... says:
ur stats table diff?
jOn! says:
Table 9 right?
- Neth - i would've kept you forever, but we had to sever, it ended for both of us faster than a...... says:
table 10 what
jOn! says:
Oh table 10 ah
jOn! says:
Crap

There is only one word to describe this.

ROBERT!

Bukit Timah

2008-05-06T00:38:00.002+08:00

Today, I conquered Bukit Timah Hill. HAHA. Say until like it's a very big achievement. But I had a fun time today with Huimei, Geraldine and Ronald. Super funny la! I think the whole of Bukit Timah heard our laughter. We really spent the whole day laughing.

Firstly, I was held up at work, so I couldn't meet Huimei and Ronald; and in the end, they had to go for a romantic walk together. Haha. So, I met Geraldine at Tanjong Pagar and we went down. After we alighted from the bus, we met the two of them! Such a coincidence. So, we proceeded to find a way to walk from our campsite to Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. However, clever me took out my street directory and led them the wrong way! Haha. Thankfully, we met this instructor from a campsite nearby and she brought us to an AWESOME place. It's a REALLY beautiful quarry with a big open field. We took some super random pictures. Haha.

Then, we tried to walk to Bukit Timah to see how long it would take. It was a really LONG walk. Super super far. So, we tried to find a suitable place to have our games. Along the way, we walked past some beautiful scenery. Really inspiring, I tell you. And as we walked, the creativity flowed. Haha. Some really random things were suggested!

Then, we had dinner at McDonald's and discussed the details for our games. I think we're all so creative la! We really had a good time coming up with super funny games. We laughed so loud that I think we made a nuisance of ourselves.

Looking at the plan of the camp, I'm super excited la. I think everyone will really enjoy themselves and be "inspired to perspire". Haha. All of those who attend the camp surely will grow STRONGER!

Love Languages

2008-05-05T00:06:00.002+08:00

I just did a test on the 5 love languages. Im shocked that I got 0 for receiving gifts. I think I'm the first. Haha.

The Five Love Languages

My primary love language is probably
Physical Touch
with a secondary love language being
Quality Time.

Complete set of results

Physical Touch:		12
Quality Time:		9
Words of Affirmation:		6
Acts of Service:		3
Receiving Gifts:		0

Information

Unhappiness in relationships, according to Dr. Gary Chapman, is often due to the fact that we speak different love languages. Sometimes we don't understand our partner's requirements, or even our own. We all have a "love tank" that needs to be filled in order for us to express love to others, but there are different means by which our tank can be filled, and there are different ways that we can express love to others.

Take the quiz

Countdown

2008-05-01T14:26:00.004+08:00

Exams are starting in 7 days time.

8 May - Economics
9 May - Statistics
13 May - Mathematics
20 May - Sociology
22 May - Business Management

Time to countdown to the end, 21 days left!

To all SKIN staff, when's the prayer meeting for my exams going to be held? Haha.

Champions League Final

2008-04-30T11:07:00.001+08:00

Yes! Man United won Barcelona 1-0. We're going to the finals in Moscow.

Sing with me,
Glory glory Man United!
Glory glory Man United!

Decisions

2008-04-29T12:30:00.001+08:00

Should I turn left or turn right? I need a direction.

A man's heart plans his way,
But the Lord directs his steps.
Proverbs 16:9

I love You sweet Jesus

2008-04-27T22:01:00.003+08:00

I love You sweet Jesus
I love You sweet Jesus
I love You my Lord
I desire more of You
Closer in my life
I surrender my heart to You

I love You sweet Jesus
I love You my Lord
I'll give up all I have
In exchange for all of You
I belong to no one else but You

I close my eyes
Lift my hands to worship You
You're the love of my life
No one else matters
In this world but You
No one can take Your place
In my heart
No one like Jesus

No one said it was this hard but Jesus, You're always in my heart.

Inspire 08

2008-04-27T18:11:00.002+08:00

Dear N377, here's the link for the youth camp coming up this June.

Inspire '08

Rock

2008-04-27T17:00:00.003+08:00

From the end of the earth I will cry to You,
When my heart is overwhelmed;
Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
Psalms 61:2

Man Utd boleh

2008-04-26T23:40:00.001+08:00

Nooo! Man Utd lost to Chelsea 2-1. ARGH. Why?

But don't worry, I have full confidence that Man Utd will still win the Premier League title & beat Barcelona on Tuesday. YES! Go Man Utd!

MAN UTD BOLEH!

Misunderstanding

2008-04-26T01:05:00.003+08:00

Today, after closing at SKIN Marina, I went to Mcdonald's to eat with Carmen. Then her friend came along and guess what was the first thing he said? He turned to me and said, "Carmen is a good girl." I was like :O literally. Immediately, I told him, "No la no la. I'm trying to matchmake Carmen also." Haha. Thank God I was quick to turn the tables. But it was really funny though. Immediately his face changed when he realised he was wrong. I was laughing to myself in my heart. It must be so embarrassing for him!

So, along the way home, I was just sharing with Carmen about the few movies that I highly recommend.

Here's the list:
1) Freedom Writers (2007)
2) Murderball (2005)
3) Super Size Me (2004)

Freedom Writers is a MUST WATCH for everyone. I'm so in love with the movie that I've decided to go buy the DVD. It's really VERY VERY touching. It's the first movie that I watched where I cried so much. It's like the tap was turned on. Haha. This movie really teaches you to look past a person's exterior and to look for the potential within. Amazing. It's just like how Jesus saw the potential in Simon Peter. Can you imagine how much faith it took to be able to tell Simon Peter that he'll be the first pastor of the first Church? I mean this guy he was the record holder man - Only Man to be called Satan by Jesus, Only Man to deny Jesus 3 times. This 2 awards are enough. Yet, despite all the things he did, he rose up above his circumstances and became a great man of God. AMAZING!

Okay. So if you have the time, go catch these shows. I think you can still find the DVDs at HMV or those DVD rental shops.

Back on the topic of matchmaking, even though I always make fun of people, but I never really pressure them. I believe that there's a time and season for everything la. So, no hurries! God is never early, never late. Just like this song...

Everything In Its Time by Corrinne May
Sometimes I wonder what lies ahead
How long till my hunger is fed
They say it's hard to make it in this part of town
So many people on this merry-go-round

Some folks try astrology
Some turn to crystal balls
To find an answer
To get through it all
I just fall on my knees and I try to pray
In the silence I can hear Him say

The river runs and the river hides
Out to the ocean and under the sky
I promise you, the answer will come
Hold on to patience and watch for the sign
Everything in its time

I often feel like I'm two steps behind
Somebody must have moved that finish line
There are a thousand reasons
Why I should give up
But I'm stubborn in the things I believe

The river runs and the river hides
Out to the ocean and under the sky
I promise you, the answer will come
Hold on to patience and watch for the sign

'cause maybe there's another plan
One I still can't see
A little surprise, like your love in my life
Funny how time changes how we see

The river runs and the river hides
Out to the ocean and under the sky
I promise you, the answer will come
Hold on to patience and watch for the sign
Everything in its time
Everything in its time

Won't You Lord

2008-04-23T19:05:00.004+08:00

Won't You Lord
Take a look at our hands
Everything we have
Use it for Your plan
Won't You Lord
Take a look at our hearts
Mould it, refine it, as You set us apart

We want to run to the altar
And catch the fire, to stand in the gap
Between the living and the dead
Give us a heart of compassion
For a world without vision
We will make a difference
Bringing hope...
To our land

We will answer the call
To build this church without walls
Let Your glory be shown
Bring salvation to the lost, to the lost...

I don't have much. Just 2 hands, 1 heart.

Exams

2008-04-23T00:48:00.002+08:00

I'll be having exams soon. Countdown begins now. 8 May 08 - 22 May 08 will be a crucial time. Please pray for me.

Video

2008-04-20T22:22:00.004+08:00

Wow. I watched myself preach for the first time during CG meeting. I realised that I always say the word "so". AHH. Must cut down! Even I feel so irritated! Haha. But it's interesting to watch yourself preach. There's so many areas that I can improve in. So much things that can be better. God, help me to become a better leader.

i had a dream last night...

KTV

2008-04-20T17:38:00.002+08:00

Went to KTV with my colleagues from SKIN because Kelly came back from Australia for a short holiday. It was the first time we went to a KTV! We always talked about it but somehow, it always doesn't happen. So, for the first time, we made it happen! Haha.

Anyway, here's the list of people who went:
Kelly
Derek
Huiling
Desmond
Yu Xuan
Jieyun
Jeff
& me (of course)

I was shocked when I heard all of them sing. When they sing, it's really machiam CD. ALL OF THEIR VOICES ARE SUPER GOOD LA! Desmond is Jay Chou, Yu Xuan is TANK, Kelly is Rainie, Huiling is Sammi Cheng, Jieyun is Stefanie Sun and Derek & I decided to form a boyband. We called ourselves - DJ. HAHA. Compared to the rest, we suck man. But we just had our own fun, singing and laughing to ourselves.

Next time, we should get more people to come! For all those who are worried how you sound, it doesn't matter whether you can sing well or not. The point is just to have fun! YEAH!

Robert

2008-04-18T00:17:00.002+08:00

Today, I did a "Robert" thing. It's super funny.

After tuition, around 5 plus, I rushed to the hawker centre at Bedok interchange. I was hungry and wanted to eat something cheap. So, as I scouted around, I saw this signboard with a HUGE red $2.00 sign. I thought, "WOW! 3 dishes for $2 bucks! SUPER CHEAP!". So, immediately, I went to order. I ordered 3 dishes, paid the money and was smiling to myself. Good one jon!

But, when I bit on the first thing that looked like chicken nuggets, when the taste filled my mouth, I knew it was not real. IT WAS VEGETARIAN!! AHHHH!! WHY?!?

Really, kena "Robert".

Something New

2008-04-17T13:32:00.003+08:00

Hi! I've finally changed my blogskin! No more pink, and no more Mika Nakashima. Instead, there's a new girl. Her name is err... I don't know. Haha. I just like the picture. The picture captures the feeling of dreams so perfectly. And it just fits the reason why I started this blog. To capture all the memories and dreams, write it down, make the vision clear.