Steps to do for the New Year ahead.
Ps 106:3 -5
Luke 17:32
Gen 19: 12-13, 15-17, 24-26
NO.1 : Dont look back at the old sins that were already forgiven.
God will not remember our past sins.
NO.2 : Dont look back at the old defeats that get you down.
Ps 37:23
The righteous will fall down seven times. God will uphold us again when we fall. Failure is never fatal.
NO.3 : Dont look back at old conflicts that make you bitter.
Dont nurse it, dont curse it, dont rehearse it, BUT release it.
Dont reopen an old wound.
Prov 17:9
Turn every disappointment into a new appointment with God.
" He who forgive much, love much."
The key to forgiveness is to forget(:
Gen 41:51 God gave joseph a special gift.
Manasseh(hebrew) means : FORGIVENESS
NO.4 : Dont look back at old victories.
Phil 3:13-14
i really hope you guys learn something from what i share to prepare for the new year ahead(:
i got this from my visit from City Harvest Church(:
and i want to share it with you guys.
Do read the verses and let God's Word touch your hearts.
SEE YOU NEXT YEAR 2009 BFC!:D
let us walk hand in hand and heart to heart with God
for the coming victory year ahead.
much love, Clarissa.
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Hey all. Before I start sharing...
Do come for the Christmas Potluck Blessing! We're meeting at Dhoby Ghaut at 9am and head off to ECP. Please bring something i.e. food.
Things that people are bringing so far (so that you won't clash): chicken wings, nuggets, baguette pizza, hotdogs, brownie, marshmellows and nutella, plates forks and spoon, fishballs, drinks and cups, fried rice, chips, sandwiches, pau.
Pls tell YM if you're coming and what you're bringing ASAP! Make job easy for her. (:
And come for the drama on 27th at L2 too! Wanhui is going to perform! Support her. (:
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Anyway, just want to thank you for the good times that we've been spending. MyHope party and stuff. Please pray for my friends because one of them can't make it for the drama on 27th and another might not be going..
MyHope- As I have shared, I think God helped me because even though I felt like my testimony wasn't that well planned, He helped me to understand how my friends feel and they were quite open to share with me. And I never really planned to ask them so thank God for helping me to be tactful. I guess one thing I learnt is to persevere but not be impatient. I guess it's quite easy to pass the line, which make things more uncomfortable for our friends. Another thing is my problem of placing too much hope on myself. That's what Iris said to me after praying for me and yeah, I found it really true. Salvation is really God's. Yeah! (:
Cell retreat- My head was growing bigger as we talked about goals, cause like what Daryl said, goals are quite a foreign word to me. And I was thinking about my school's ministry because they want to undergo a radical change. So in a way, I felt quite stressed. But sometimes really think about it, we just need to ask God and do our best for Him, leaving all things to Him. =D (Laziness has to go. Haha.) Working with Daryl will be great cause' I can bully him. Haha. I'm kidding. Just that my load will be more manageable so thank God once again for the smooth flow of things. Yeah, thank you YM and Smart for planning the retreat!
Do come for the Christmas Potluck Blessing! We're meeting at Dhoby Ghaut at 9am and head off to ECP. Please bring something i.e. food.
Things that people are bringing so far (so that you won't clash): chicken wings, nuggets, baguette pizza, hotdogs, brownie, marshmellows and nutella, plates forks and spoon, fishballs, drinks and cups, fried rice, chips, sandwiches, pau.
Pls tell YM if you're coming and what you're bringing ASAP! Make job easy for her. (:
And come for the drama on 27th at L2 too! Wanhui is going to perform! Support her. (:
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Anyway, just want to thank you for the good times that we've been spending. MyHope party and stuff. Please pray for my friends because one of them can't make it for the drama on 27th and another might not be going..
MyHope- As I have shared, I think God helped me because even though I felt like my testimony wasn't that well planned, He helped me to understand how my friends feel and they were quite open to share with me. And I never really planned to ask them so thank God for helping me to be tactful. I guess one thing I learnt is to persevere but not be impatient. I guess it's quite easy to pass the line, which make things more uncomfortable for our friends. Another thing is my problem of placing too much hope on myself. That's what Iris said to me after praying for me and yeah, I found it really true. Salvation is really God's. Yeah! (:
Cell retreat- My head was growing bigger as we talked about goals, cause like what Daryl said, goals are quite a foreign word to me. And I was thinking about my school's ministry because they want to undergo a radical change. So in a way, I felt quite stressed. But sometimes really think about it, we just need to ask God and do our best for Him, leaving all things to Him. =D (Laziness has to go. Haha.) Working with Daryl will be great cause' I can bully him. Haha. I'm kidding. Just that my load will be more manageable so thank God once again for the smooth flow of things. Yeah, thank you YM and Smart for planning the retreat!
Monday, December 22, 2008
Cell Retreat Reflections
#2
Cell Retreat Reflections
Hi everyone! I hope you all enjoyed the cell retreat! Coz I did! =)
I found it really meaningful and feel that the time was well spent. I guess it is important to set goals for the new year. It gives us direction for the new year and motivation to achieve something. Actually, when I first heard all the goals, I was a bit overwhelmed because for me, setting so many goals and targets would be considered ambitious. I'd probably have taken 10 years to set such goals! But then of course, fortunately, we have all types of people in our cell and I am sure we'll be able to spur one another on to achieve the goals we set with the Barnabas Project and all that!
Yup! Another thing about the cell retreat was the thing about the ParentsConnect thingy. For me, because I was born into a Christian family, maybe I didn't feel as much a burden to share the gospel and bring more into His Kingdom. There were relatives who were not yet saved but maybe I was still quite young then to feel any urgency to save them. Maybe the most difficult time for me was when my maternal grandfather was on his deathbed. That was probably the only time I actually prayed quite regularly for my grandfather's salvation. For those of you who still have family members still unsaved, don't give up! Of course we all have friends who are unsaved but usually the ones who are closer to you, we find the most challenging to reach out to. And I guess that is our family. I just want to encourage you all with this verse:
"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."
This is obviously a challenge to me since the My Hope party was actually the first time I invited my friends to any such events. But I guess I can do it because I am encouraged by you all who are able to bring almost a whole class of people to such events! =)
Also, I apologise for not fulfilling my responsibilities as a Prayer i/c! Yup! I confess that I haven't really been recording many prayer requests before the "A New Season" post. And of course since I haven't recorded them down, I can't share with you all how exactly God has been faithful to us. For me, I love praying but from young I haven't had the habit of recording down specific prayers I have prayed. So, I remember that God has been faithful in answering my prayers but exactly what prayer he answered and when, I can't remember. So I guess what Jacelyn said was right. We should all have our own personal prayer requests booklet too so we can count our blessings! Anyway, going through records, I do have some records of prayer requests over the past 3 years. Most are from the year 2007. 2008 has hardly none. 2006 doesn't seem to have many either. I think there were many more but I either didn't record them down or I misplaced the list somewhere. You all will have to forgive me here =) So I'll just post what I have so far...
May 2006
Andrew - To be able to go for Church camp
Smarties - To be able to go for Church camp
October 2006
Andrew - For reconciliation with his father
Aaron - Protection and journey mercies on the trip to Taiwan
Clarissa - To be able to find a job; For her family to be united during this tough time
Yong Liang - Wants to know more about God but still not sure
November 2006
Yong Liang - Prayed and received Christ (3 Nov 2006)
Aaron - For a safe trip back to Singapore!
Yes.. These are so far the only records I can find for 2006. 2007 has a lot of them. I'll post them up the next time round. Please be patient =)
Anyway, one last thing I wanna say...
Thank you Everyone for such a wonderful and meaningful cell retreat! And thank God for those who came and those who couldn't come! =)
Sorry I'm too lazy to thank each person like the previous time... Juz too tired =)
Merry Blessed Christmas to all! =)
Daryl
Cell Retreat Reflections
Hi everyone! I hope you all enjoyed the cell retreat! Coz I did! =)
I found it really meaningful and feel that the time was well spent. I guess it is important to set goals for the new year. It gives us direction for the new year and motivation to achieve something. Actually, when I first heard all the goals, I was a bit overwhelmed because for me, setting so many goals and targets would be considered ambitious. I'd probably have taken 10 years to set such goals! But then of course, fortunately, we have all types of people in our cell and I am sure we'll be able to spur one another on to achieve the goals we set with the Barnabas Project and all that!
Yup! Another thing about the cell retreat was the thing about the ParentsConnect thingy. For me, because I was born into a Christian family, maybe I didn't feel as much a burden to share the gospel and bring more into His Kingdom. There were relatives who were not yet saved but maybe I was still quite young then to feel any urgency to save them. Maybe the most difficult time for me was when my maternal grandfather was on his deathbed. That was probably the only time I actually prayed quite regularly for my grandfather's salvation. For those of you who still have family members still unsaved, don't give up! Of course we all have friends who are unsaved but usually the ones who are closer to you, we find the most challenging to reach out to. And I guess that is our family. I just want to encourage you all with this verse:
"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."
Galatians 6:9
Although this verse is not really talking directly about salvations and all, I believe that it works for anything good. So let us not be weary in sharing the gospel to our friends, family, maybe even strangers, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up!
This is obviously a challenge to me since the My Hope party was actually the first time I invited my friends to any such events. But I guess I can do it because I am encouraged by you all who are able to bring almost a whole class of people to such events! =)
Also, I apologise for not fulfilling my responsibilities as a Prayer i/c! Yup! I confess that I haven't really been recording many prayer requests before the "A New Season" post. And of course since I haven't recorded them down, I can't share with you all how exactly God has been faithful to us. For me, I love praying but from young I haven't had the habit of recording down specific prayers I have prayed. So, I remember that God has been faithful in answering my prayers but exactly what prayer he answered and when, I can't remember. So I guess what Jacelyn said was right. We should all have our own personal prayer requests booklet too so we can count our blessings! Anyway, going through records, I do have some records of prayer requests over the past 3 years. Most are from the year 2007. 2008 has hardly none. 2006 doesn't seem to have many either. I think there were many more but I either didn't record them down or I misplaced the list somewhere. You all will have to forgive me here =) So I'll just post what I have so far...
May 2006
Andrew - To be able to go for Church camp
Smarties - To be able to go for Church camp
October 2006
Andrew - For reconciliation with his father
Aaron - Protection and journey mercies on the trip to Taiwan
Clarissa - To be able to find a job; For her family to be united during this tough time
Yong Liang - Wants to know more about God but still not sure
November 2006
Yong Liang - Prayed and received Christ (3 Nov 2006)
Aaron - For a safe trip back to Singapore!
Yes.. These are so far the only records I can find for 2006. 2007 has a lot of them. I'll post them up the next time round. Please be patient =)
Anyway, one last thing I wanna say...
Thank you Everyone for such a wonderful and meaningful cell retreat! And thank God for those who came and those who couldn't come! =)
Sorry I'm too lazy to thank each person like the previous time... Juz too tired =)
Merry Blessed Christmas to all! =)
Daryl
Friday, December 19, 2008
hello BFC,
firstly, HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOSHUA! :D
the best adminstrator and best at scripture memory. I pray that Lord will bless you in the coming year where you face times of important decision making, that He'll direct your paths to where its best for you. submit everything to Him and live in His goodness for the whole of your 17th year! blessed in His name!
I came here because I wanted to share my experience during My Hope. so timely, after I read Sophia post, I realised its my turn to post.
the party was great, ice breaking was well done, there was so much food, the environment was nice and comfortable, a few couldnt make it last minute but the amount of people that turn up was awesome. all to God's glory.
as the time of sharing got nearer, my heart started racing. I was nervous.
after I sat down, Minhui's first question to me was "honestly YeoMei, tell me whats the purpose of this party?" in a joking manner, but its strucked me, made me felt so inferior. I did told them before its a party with games, food and gift exchange. there'll be a video for you all to watch and a time of me sharing with you guys something you may not know about. I stumbled a bit as I answer her question. it took me awhile to warm up before I started with my testimony. inside me I kept telling God, please guide me along the way and make me speak what you want me to that will touch their hearts.
I was struggling. I was afraid to share, afraid that they'll feel awkward when I say "its God's love that..." or "its because of God that...". that kind of words that link to God that is not as familiar to them.
in actual fact, I was the one feeling awkward as I talked to them. I was the one that is feeling uncomfortable sharing. I felt reserved in sharing some things, but I thought, I have the chance now, I should seize it and go on with it. like what Joe mentioned before, pai seh for God its alright one! I was reminded of Philippians 4:6-7 once again at that time.
6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
yes, what a useful verse that always keep me aware that God will help me at all times :)
After I shared, I asked Valerie to share something too. She is a Christian and I hope she could share something that can touch their hearts too. but she said something that contradict to my testimony. She said she is an on and off christian that is Godly alternately. She felt unfair most of the time(because of her personal problems which I dont think its nice to share it here so publicly) and always ask God why does that happen to her. She keep on praying for a miracle to happen to her, to change her life but God never answers to it. these were her reasons why sometimes she seek God, sometimes she doesnt. so I was like thrown into the ocean, so lost of what to say. so I said "things dont always happen the way you want it to, thats why we need to pray. ok now I'll say a prayer, if you feel like it just repeat after me sincerely in your heart. ok lets close our eyes and bow our heads. " and I went on with the sinner's prayer.
after that I left to put my things in my bag and they went to get their food. it was such a relieve as I leave the room. like wow, I'd done it. :) Praise the Lord!
while eating I started asking them one by one, if they'd followed me in the prayer.
Christina said "yah I did but you said it quite fast, trying my best to catch up and I did! hahaha."
Daphne said "sorry. I really dont believe in such things."
Minhui said " yes I did. but it was quite difficult to catch up with you."
Yuhui said "no. sorry but my mother is my religion."
for Christina and Minhui, is that salvation? I really dont know.
Jacelyn affirmed me that it is because they declared that they said in their hearts. and that salvation belongs to the Lord, He had stirred their hearts.
I'll be seeing them later on, and I'll invite them for service tomorrow.
Father Lord I pray that as I invite Christina and Minhui for service tomorrow, I pray that you'll open their hearts to receive this invitation and they'll have a good experience during Youth Ablaze! Father Lord I pray that they'll once again be touched by You and be affirmed of Your love for them. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.
firstly, HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOSHUA! :D
the best adminstrator and best at scripture memory. I pray that Lord will bless you in the coming year where you face times of important decision making, that He'll direct your paths to where its best for you. submit everything to Him and live in His goodness for the whole of your 17th year! blessed in His name!
I came here because I wanted to share my experience during My Hope. so timely, after I read Sophia post, I realised its my turn to post.
the party was great, ice breaking was well done, there was so much food, the environment was nice and comfortable, a few couldnt make it last minute but the amount of people that turn up was awesome. all to God's glory.
as the time of sharing got nearer, my heart started racing. I was nervous.
after I sat down, Minhui's first question to me was "honestly YeoMei, tell me whats the purpose of this party?" in a joking manner, but its strucked me, made me felt so inferior. I did told them before its a party with games, food and gift exchange. there'll be a video for you all to watch and a time of me sharing with you guys something you may not know about. I stumbled a bit as I answer her question. it took me awhile to warm up before I started with my testimony. inside me I kept telling God, please guide me along the way and make me speak what you want me to that will touch their hearts.
I was struggling. I was afraid to share, afraid that they'll feel awkward when I say "its God's love that..." or "its because of God that...". that kind of words that link to God that is not as familiar to them.
in actual fact, I was the one feeling awkward as I talked to them. I was the one that is feeling uncomfortable sharing. I felt reserved in sharing some things, but I thought, I have the chance now, I should seize it and go on with it. like what Joe mentioned before, pai seh for God its alright one! I was reminded of Philippians 4:6-7 once again at that time.
6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
yes, what a useful verse that always keep me aware that God will help me at all times :)
After I shared, I asked Valerie to share something too. She is a Christian and I hope she could share something that can touch their hearts too. but she said something that contradict to my testimony. She said she is an on and off christian that is Godly alternately. She felt unfair most of the time(because of her personal problems which I dont think its nice to share it here so publicly) and always ask God why does that happen to her. She keep on praying for a miracle to happen to her, to change her life but God never answers to it. these were her reasons why sometimes she seek God, sometimes she doesnt. so I was like thrown into the ocean, so lost of what to say. so I said "things dont always happen the way you want it to, thats why we need to pray. ok now I'll say a prayer, if you feel like it just repeat after me sincerely in your heart. ok lets close our eyes and bow our heads. " and I went on with the sinner's prayer.
after that I left to put my things in my bag and they went to get their food. it was such a relieve as I leave the room. like wow, I'd done it. :) Praise the Lord!
while eating I started asking them one by one, if they'd followed me in the prayer.
Christina said "yah I did but you said it quite fast, trying my best to catch up and I did! hahaha."
Daphne said "sorry. I really dont believe in such things."
Minhui said " yes I did. but it was quite difficult to catch up with you."
Yuhui said "no. sorry but my mother is my religion."
for Christina and Minhui, is that salvation? I really dont know.
Jacelyn affirmed me that it is because they declared that they said in their hearts. and that salvation belongs to the Lord, He had stirred their hearts.
I'll be seeing them later on, and I'll invite them for service tomorrow.
Father Lord I pray that as I invite Christina and Minhui for service tomorrow, I pray that you'll open their hearts to receive this invitation and they'll have a good experience during Youth Ablaze! Father Lord I pray that they'll once again be touched by You and be affirmed of Your love for them. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.
continue to live in such a way, you never know what great things God will put you in :)
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Let us now look at Psalms 115:16-18 ;
16The highest heavens belong to the Lord, but the earth He has given to man.
17It is not the dead who praise the Lord, those who go down to silence;
18it is we who extol the Lord, both now and forevermore.
Sometimes we think that being zestful is a born trait, but God has given us the energy to grow. Some of us might even think that we're born without zest for life, however the Bible says, God has put us in charge of the earth. So what can we do to change our spiritual zest? Verses 17 & 18 says that we shall bless Him always, & have the readiness to praise God! We praise Him now, we praise Him, always.
However, I believed some of us might have encountered barriers when you're praising God. We depend on our own feelings instead of faith. We praise only when we feel like it, at times when we don't feel like worshipping & praising God, we just go along with the congregation "half-heartedly". You might be saying it inside your heart, "Sorry God, today I don't have the mood. I know You will forgive me right? I'll do it next week."
Yes, indeed. God forgives us. But is this the right way to abuse His forgiveness? We should throw all distractions away & just focus on God. What happens when we praise God? Acts 16:25-36 says; He'll bless us in return, & even receive blessings that you'd never have expected. Therefore, now is the time to readjust your views of yourself! I believe everyone's born with zest, it's whether or not you've the courage to release it, for God. Tell yourself, "I will praise God today and praise always, no matter what happens or how I feel."
Blessings will chase after you.
Love,
Sophia
Monday, December 8, 2008
hi all just thought i should let you guys know what happened to me..
sunday after work i ran into trouble with a bunch of gangsters who were friends of sherman
i got shoved around by them in front of sherman and he just sat there and smiled.
and it was all because of a small thing..if anybody wans to know more ask me on msn...
ivan
sunday after work i ran into trouble with a bunch of gangsters who were friends of sherman
i got shoved around by them in front of sherman and he just sat there and smiled.
and it was all because of a small thing..if anybody wans to know more ask me on msn...
ivan
Thursday, December 4, 2008
hello people of BFC.
Sacrifice offering.
hello im back here to share something with all of you that i allows me to re-think about my faith in God.
My mom went to some church service which talks about giving an offering unto God which requires our faith. And as she was praying about it, God showed her the amount of $5000 twice.
( that was the total amount left sufficient for my Dad's study school loan and our expenses)
She came home and shared it with me and this tested our faith for God.
coincidentally, while i was doing my daily journal i came upon this.
Matthew 19:27-29
and Luke 5:4-11
and it talks about, must we be lured with the money to do God's work?
What about the call of God on our lives?
How much is enough? Where does sacrifice fit in?
As we read the Gospel long enough, we will be confronted with a Saviour who calls for sacrificial commitment.
I felt that God's word was speaking directly at me at that point of time.
reminding me about SACRIFICIAL COMMITMENT.
it also reminded me about Peter,James and John who had worked with Jesus but GAVE UP EVERYTHING and FOLLOWED Jesus.
God also showed me the verse where it says something about
He returning a hundred fold of what we gave up.
this verse allowed me to grow more faith in God.
As most of you might know, my family is going under some financial problems.
so when i know that my mom was struggling in this point of time,
i was too.
and i was thinking, giving God that everything we had
an he really bless us more and help my dad clear his debts?
then God spoke to me thru the journal,
" Will you struggle in your life with these little sum of money, or will you trust THE ONE to supply all your needs in future giving you back a hundred fold?"
His Word still continues to remind me of what little Faith i have in Him.
God really tested my faith and i need a Huge Faith to pray for my family
and for my mom to put that amount of money in.
That amount, $5000 requires a Big faith
and that is what i called Sacrificial Offering unto God.
does $10 requires much faith?
how about $50?
or about $100?
if any of you can afford that amount,
it does not require faith.
BUT if God wants you to give Him 3/4 of your money or even everything,
will you have the Faith to give up everythng and follow Him?
knowing that He will bless you more.
hope that this would come in handy in your life walk with God.
this situation really tested my faith for God.
and i hope you would ponder about ur faith with him.
much love, CLARISSA(:
hello im back here to share something with all of you that i allows me to re-think about my faith in God.
My mom went to some church service which talks about giving an offering unto God which requires our faith. And as she was praying about it, God showed her the amount of $5000 twice.
( that was the total amount left sufficient for my Dad's study school loan and our expenses)
She came home and shared it with me and this tested our faith for God.
coincidentally, while i was doing my daily journal i came upon this.
Matthew 19:27-29
and Luke 5:4-11
and it talks about, must we be lured with the money to do God's work?
What about the call of God on our lives?
How much is enough? Where does sacrifice fit in?
As we read the Gospel long enough, we will be confronted with a Saviour who calls for sacrificial commitment.
I felt that God's word was speaking directly at me at that point of time.
reminding me about SACRIFICIAL COMMITMENT.
it also reminded me about Peter,James and John who had worked with Jesus but GAVE UP EVERYTHING and FOLLOWED Jesus.
God also showed me the verse where it says something about
He returning a hundred fold of what we gave up.
this verse allowed me to grow more faith in God.
As most of you might know, my family is going under some financial problems.
so when i know that my mom was struggling in this point of time,
i was too.
and i was thinking, giving God that everything we had
an he really bless us more and help my dad clear his debts?
then God spoke to me thru the journal,
" Will you struggle in your life with these little sum of money, or will you trust THE ONE to supply all your needs in future giving you back a hundred fold?"
His Word still continues to remind me of what little Faith i have in Him.
God really tested my faith and i need a Huge Faith to pray for my family
and for my mom to put that amount of money in.
That amount, $5000 requires a Big faith
and that is what i called Sacrificial Offering unto God.
does $10 requires much faith?
how about $50?
or about $100?
if any of you can afford that amount,
it does not require faith.
BUT if God wants you to give Him 3/4 of your money or even everything,
will you have the Faith to give up everythng and follow Him?
knowing that He will bless you more.
hope that this would come in handy in your life walk with God.
this situation really tested my faith for God.
and i hope you would ponder about ur faith with him.
much love, CLARISSA(:
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Hey all. I thank God for hearts that are so open to share. You have no idea how I wow-ed at your posts. (:
Anyway, I also enjoyed the sermon on prayers because I still have many questions about the topic. I guess all of us face this issue of going-to-fall-asleep when we pray cause' many times we share about that, everyone starts laughing because we can relate to it. Haha. Jesus really encouraged me with the passage that Bishop Moses Tay shared..
Matthew 26: 39-45
39Going a little farther, he fell with his face to the ground and prayed, "My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will."
Anyway, I also enjoyed the sermon on prayers because I still have many questions about the topic. I guess all of us face this issue of going-to-fall-asleep when we pray cause' many times we share about that, everyone starts laughing because we can relate to it. Haha. Jesus really encouraged me with the passage that Bishop Moses Tay shared..
Matthew 26: 39-45
39Going a little farther, he fell with his face to the ground and prayed, "My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will."
40Then he returned to his disciples and found them sleeping. "Could you men not keep watch with me for one hour?" he asked Peter. 41"Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the body is weak."
42He went away a second time and prayed, "My Father, if it is not possible for this cup to be taken away unless I drink it, may your will be done."
43When he came back, he again found them sleeping, because their eyes were heavy. 44So he left them and went away once more and prayed the third time, saying the same thing.
45Then he returned to the disciples and said to them, "Are you still sleeping and resting? Look, the hour is near, and the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. 46Rise, let us go! Here comes my betrayer!"
One of my question was: Is it really so important to pray for the same things over and over again? Isn't that like repeating? But Jesus prayed the same prayer three times! I guess there's one thin line between perseverance in prayer and repetitive prayers. To persevere in prayer is to really mean in genuinely and and living it out in faith (which means to think of these things that are worthy, lovely etc.) To repeat our prayers is to pray without the heart, like memorising texts for exams. (Gotcha? (;) Yeah, but as human, we still need God's grace as we grow to love prayer more.
As to the discussion during cell, you have no idea how difficult it was for me to share. Especially since uncle daniel was there. Haha. But my spirit's truly delighted when he shared about some verses, like Revelation 12:11
10Then I heard a loud voice in heaven say:
"Now have come the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God,
and the authority of his Christ.
For the accuser of our brothers,
who accuses them before our God day and night,
has been hurled down.
11They overcame him
by the blood of the Lamb
and by the word of their testimony;
they did not love their lives so much
as to shrink from death.
12Therefore rejoice, you heavens
and you who dwell in them!
But woe to the earth and the sea,
because the devil has gone down to you!
He is filled with fury,
because he knows that his time is short."
So.. remember to send me your testimonies asap! Currently, I only have Iris', Joshua's and Smart's. Your testimony is powerful alright! Do not be ashamed of what you have been given and bless others with what you have been blessed with. Trust God to bring you the friends you need to hear your testimony!
-Jacelyn (:
Monday, December 1, 2008
hey there daryl! that's a great postt there man. = )
its truly a hearty sharing from you! and i get to know you better through this blog! yes i totally agree with you that prayer is a powerful thing. its even more powerful when you experienced the wonders it could do!
i think that what you shared during cell were okay, because i believe that we all see things from a different perspective . no one's perspective is totally right, we need to piece everyone's views together to get a clearer picture of the whole thing, or get a better understanding.
so its really alright i guess we all enjoyed your sharing and your post!
its truly a hearty sharing from you! and i get to know you better through this blog! yes i totally agree with you that prayer is a powerful thing. its even more powerful when you experienced the wonders it could do!
i think that what you shared during cell were okay, because i believe that we all see things from a different perspective . no one's perspective is totally right, we need to piece everyone's views together to get a clearer picture of the whole thing, or get a better understanding.
so its really alright i guess we all enjoyed your sharing and your post!
hey people!
The send-off for ben & yeomei was great! although there were only 5 of us. I got admit I was tired. I'm sure the rest were too. And standing on the bus for 5/6 of the journey just didnt help. haha. When I reached the airport, the rest were with YeoMei already.
We played 1 round of PowerGrid after breakfast while waiting for ben. Stress man. It was really a long long game.. We kind of surpise ben in the end. We tried to but couldnt find him. In the end, he was just behind us. But because he was facing the other side so we didnt see one another.
After that, walked around, took picturesss (please upload, thanks).. We had a trolley to carry our bags! (:
And the thing is, you cant use the escalator with the trolley. So we had to 'abandon' it if we are moving to another level since it's quite troublesome. But when we got to the next level, there was another one. haha.. Thank YOU God!
No, I wasnt bored even though I didnt talk that much la. Most of the time, they all were, H-ing. Hunderstand? Ho? Hoo Had.. Hoe Haid, H Hpoke HonHy 5% Hout Hof Hall Hhe HonHerHaHions. haha. Exaggerating!! (:
Thanks Joe for bringing me for dinner + desert with Uncle KK, KW, WW, JoelS, Jordan, JoelC & GX.
Actually this is like an abrupt post. I just want to thank the cell again for all your prayers & support during my exams.. Xie Xie Ni Men, Hen Duo Hen Duo. LOL. Coming to cell is what I look forward to each week. You people has, have, had & will be my best buddies, bros, sis!! (:
Ever since 2006, God gave me, You, Yes, You!
Watching the cell grow & growing together with the cell is really fun & encouraging. Of course, there were not-so-good times but it's inevitable. Our Christian walk is not a straight smooth path. It's like a roller-coaster ride. Sometimes we go up & sometimes down. Sometimes fast & sometimes slow. It is Important that we know how to discern the season and adapt to it. Not forgetting to cherish each moment & scenery.
I pray that all of us will continue to grow strong in the year ahead. Supporting & encouraging one another while doing so. I pray that we will forge friendships that will last for eternity not just with the cell but also with youths from the church.
The send-off for ben & yeomei was great! although there were only 5 of us. I got admit I was tired. I'm sure the rest were too. And standing on the bus for 5/6 of the journey just didnt help. haha. When I reached the airport, the rest were with YeoMei already.
We played 1 round of PowerGrid after breakfast while waiting for ben. Stress man. It was really a long long game.. We kind of surpise ben in the end. We tried to but couldnt find him. In the end, he was just behind us. But because he was facing the other side so we didnt see one another.
After that, walked around, took picturesss (please upload, thanks).. We had a trolley to carry our bags! (:
And the thing is, you cant use the escalator with the trolley. So we had to 'abandon' it if we are moving to another level since it's quite troublesome. But when we got to the next level, there was another one. haha.. Thank YOU God!
No, I wasnt bored even though I didnt talk that much la. Most of the time, they all were, H-ing. Hunderstand? Ho? Hoo Had.. Hoe Haid, H Hpoke HonHy 5% Hout Hof Hall Hhe HonHerHaHions. haha. Exaggerating!! (:
Thanks Joe for bringing me for dinner + desert with Uncle KK, KW, WW, JoelS, Jordan, JoelC & GX.
Actually this is like an abrupt post. I just want to thank the cell again for all your prayers & support during my exams.. Xie Xie Ni Men, Hen Duo Hen Duo. LOL. Coming to cell is what I look forward to each week. You people has, have, had & will be my best buddies, bros, sis!! (:
Ever since 2006, God gave me, You, Yes, You!
Watching the cell grow & growing together with the cell is really fun & encouraging. Of course, there were not-so-good times but it's inevitable. Our Christian walk is not a straight smooth path. It's like a roller-coaster ride. Sometimes we go up & sometimes down. Sometimes fast & sometimes slow. It is Important that we know how to discern the season and adapt to it. Not forgetting to cherish each moment & scenery.
I pray that all of us will continue to grow strong in the year ahead. Supporting & encouraging one another while doing so. I pray that we will forge friendships that will last for eternity not just with the cell but also with youths from the church.
A New Season
#1
A New Season
I thank the Lord for Sunday's message about prayer. I don't go for service every Sunday except for the official once-a-week cell commitment. But I went for this Sunday's one because I had an overnight usher bonding. And I really enjoyed the message.
I've loved praying since young. It was always a joy for me to pray. I found it fun. But as I grew older, praying seemed to be less enjoyable and more like a chore. Maybe because sometimes there's so many things to pray for. Sometimes, I was just lazy. But most of the time, I disciplined myself to pray even though I didn't feel like it because I knew how powerful prayer is and I knew what prayer could do. But then, it became something like praying for the sole purpose of receiving something instead of praying because I loved to and because I wanted to. Anyway, that's why I volunteered to be prayer i/c. I loved prayer. And I still do. And recently, I've kinda rekindled my love for prayer. So I thank the Lord for that.
I guess my prayer life has been alright. Used to just pray for myself and family. As I grew, prayed for friends as well. And nowadays, I pray for others around the world, for those quite faraway in distant lands. I just think that sometimes I should. But I don't pray very long. Far from an hour a day. I find it difficult to set aside a specific amount of time each day to pray, because most of the time I can't think of much to pray. Quiet time is ok. But when it comes to prayer initiatives like the 24/365 prayer chain thingy, I barely reach the target time. For the 24/365 prayer chain we had, I struggled to reach 15min. Maybe I was not ready, being in a holiday mood and all. As I was overseas, I didn't really use the book that was given to us throughout the week. Used it just that day we prayed. This happens for most prayer events. Can't reach the target time. I'm kinda like if I think of something during the course of the day, I will say a short prayer there and then. If is special time set aside to pray, I usually have nothing much to pray. But I guess this is where the gift of tongues comes in handy. Been using it more often now than in the past, so I guess that's good. I lost it once before, I think. At that time I think I didn't really want it, so I didn't really use it.
Yes, anyway here's sharing with you all Bishop Moses Tay's suggested prayer structure based on the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9-13 for those who weren't there. It helps you keep watch for at least one hour and when you're not sure what to pray for, like me. Of course there's no set structure for prayer but it's just a guide.
The Lord's Prayer
Focus on God
1. His Person: Relationship
2. His Names: Worship
3. His Kingdom: Salvation of family and friends
4. His Will: Purpose - Church on earth
5. His Provision: Personal needs
6. His Forgiveness: Personal revival
7. His Freedom: Forgive others and be free!
8. His Word: Hear and obey
9. His Guidance: Lead us not into temptation
10. His Protection: Safe from evil
11. His World: Nations for God
12. His Glory: Praise for transformation
5min x 12 = 1hr
The one hour is based on the passage in Matthew 26:36-46 where Jesus asked three of his disciples to keep watch with him for an hour while he prayed but they fell asleep doing so.
________________________________________________
Anyway, I apologise for my comments during cell on Saturday. What I said about the season our cell was in, I think I didn't really answer the question well. Yes, I believe our cell is in a season of harvesting and bringing more people into the Kingdom of God. What I said about how I felt that we sometimes we focus too much on salvations and neglect the ones who have come and gone were my feelings about the Youth Church as a whole. Maybe 'neglect' was a word that had too strong a meaning. What I meant was that maybe we haven't done enough to keep people in church. Because I know our cell never forgets our more distant members. The Youth Church has undergone a lot of changes since its days in the Chapel. And as we all know I'm not a fan of change, so maybe my feelings were partly due to reminiscing about the past and how I've seen many people leave the church and maybe that's why I felt at that time that we haven't done enough. After thinking it through, though, I think I was a bit impulsive and hadn't thought it through properly before answering the question. I made a lot of assumptions and jumped to conclusions. People can leave the church for many reasons, and it doesn't mean the church hasn't done its best to keep them. I guess my feelings were based on what I saw on the surface and I did not consider all the "behind the scenes" activity that was going on. So I guess I might have judged the Youth Church wrongly at that instant. I don't know why I suddenly felt that way too. But I'm sorry. I later realised that God was speaking to me. I was the one who wasn't doing enough to keep people in the cell, in the church. I guess I didn't see the plank in my own eye.
________________________________________________
Now, for the final part, I'd just like to share with you all something. As I shared during cell on Saturday, I usually know what I ought to do, what season I am in, which direction God intends me to go. But most of the time I don't paddle in that direction or at the most very slowly, because I don't want to commit or I think I'm not ready. But now, I think I'm ready to move along with the current and towards what God has in store for me. And God has challenged me to something quite achievable, something I love doing - praying! He has hoped for me to pray more each day and eventually reach the one hour daily. I guess I might not find it that easy to reach the one hour and be consistent about it after reaching it. But I think if anything, this is the best time to do it - during the holidays.
Sorry this post was so long but I had just had a lot to say.
Thanks,
Daryl =)
A New Season
I thank the Lord for Sunday's message about prayer. I don't go for service every Sunday except for the official once-a-week cell commitment. But I went for this Sunday's one because I had an overnight usher bonding. And I really enjoyed the message.
I've loved praying since young. It was always a joy for me to pray. I found it fun. But as I grew older, praying seemed to be less enjoyable and more like a chore. Maybe because sometimes there's so many things to pray for. Sometimes, I was just lazy. But most of the time, I disciplined myself to pray even though I didn't feel like it because I knew how powerful prayer is and I knew what prayer could do. But then, it became something like praying for the sole purpose of receiving something instead of praying because I loved to and because I wanted to. Anyway, that's why I volunteered to be prayer i/c. I loved prayer. And I still do. And recently, I've kinda rekindled my love for prayer. So I thank the Lord for that.
I guess my prayer life has been alright. Used to just pray for myself and family. As I grew, prayed for friends as well. And nowadays, I pray for others around the world, for those quite faraway in distant lands. I just think that sometimes I should. But I don't pray very long. Far from an hour a day. I find it difficult to set aside a specific amount of time each day to pray, because most of the time I can't think of much to pray. Quiet time is ok. But when it comes to prayer initiatives like the 24/365 prayer chain thingy, I barely reach the target time. For the 24/365 prayer chain we had, I struggled to reach 15min. Maybe I was not ready, being in a holiday mood and all. As I was overseas, I didn't really use the book that was given to us throughout the week. Used it just that day we prayed. This happens for most prayer events. Can't reach the target time. I'm kinda like if I think of something during the course of the day, I will say a short prayer there and then. If is special time set aside to pray, I usually have nothing much to pray. But I guess this is where the gift of tongues comes in handy. Been using it more often now than in the past, so I guess that's good. I lost it once before, I think. At that time I think I didn't really want it, so I didn't really use it.
Yes, anyway here's sharing with you all Bishop Moses Tay's suggested prayer structure based on the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9-13 for those who weren't there. It helps you keep watch for at least one hour and when you're not sure what to pray for, like me. Of course there's no set structure for prayer but it's just a guide.
The Lord's Prayer
Focus on God
1. His Person: Relationship
2. His Names: Worship
3. His Kingdom: Salvation of family and friends
4. His Will: Purpose - Church on earth
5. His Provision: Personal needs
6. His Forgiveness: Personal revival
7. His Freedom: Forgive others and be free!
8. His Word: Hear and obey
9. His Guidance: Lead us not into temptation
10. His Protection: Safe from evil
11. His World: Nations for God
12. His Glory: Praise for transformation
5min x 12 = 1hr
The one hour is based on the passage in Matthew 26:36-46 where Jesus asked three of his disciples to keep watch with him for an hour while he prayed but they fell asleep doing so.
________________________________________________
Anyway, I apologise for my comments during cell on Saturday. What I said about the season our cell was in, I think I didn't really answer the question well. Yes, I believe our cell is in a season of harvesting and bringing more people into the Kingdom of God. What I said about how I felt that we sometimes we focus too much on salvations and neglect the ones who have come and gone were my feelings about the Youth Church as a whole. Maybe 'neglect' was a word that had too strong a meaning. What I meant was that maybe we haven't done enough to keep people in church. Because I know our cell never forgets our more distant members. The Youth Church has undergone a lot of changes since its days in the Chapel. And as we all know I'm not a fan of change, so maybe my feelings were partly due to reminiscing about the past and how I've seen many people leave the church and maybe that's why I felt at that time that we haven't done enough. After thinking it through, though, I think I was a bit impulsive and hadn't thought it through properly before answering the question. I made a lot of assumptions and jumped to conclusions. People can leave the church for many reasons, and it doesn't mean the church hasn't done its best to keep them. I guess my feelings were based on what I saw on the surface and I did not consider all the "behind the scenes" activity that was going on. So I guess I might have judged the Youth Church wrongly at that instant. I don't know why I suddenly felt that way too. But I'm sorry. I later realised that God was speaking to me. I was the one who wasn't doing enough to keep people in the cell, in the church. I guess I didn't see the plank in my own eye.
________________________________________________
Now, for the final part, I'd just like to share with you all something. As I shared during cell on Saturday, I usually know what I ought to do, what season I am in, which direction God intends me to go. But most of the time I don't paddle in that direction or at the most very slowly, because I don't want to commit or I think I'm not ready. But now, I think I'm ready to move along with the current and towards what God has in store for me. And God has challenged me to something quite achievable, something I love doing - praying! He has hoped for me to pray more each day and eventually reach the one hour daily. I guess I might not find it that easy to reach the one hour and be consistent about it after reaching it. But I think if anything, this is the best time to do it - during the holidays.
Sorry this post was so long but I had just had a lot to say.
Thanks,
Daryl =)
Sunday, November 23, 2008
photos for today, ok yesterday to be exact.
the story boards
the polaroid photos
ACJC CO Concert
the story boards
the polaroid photos
ACJC CO Concert
starring Joyce Tan from Erhu Ensemble
Joyce's supporters
Joyce's mummy and daddy
Joyce's wonderful cell mates and leaders plus Beatrice and CS
the girls
the guys
other photos will be put up on facebook soon. (note the word 'soon')
the above pictures are re-sized, if you want original size pictures, please get from me on msn or whatever other ways.
I'd a wonderful time of fellowship, I hope all of you had too :)
let's all make it a must go for the next zonal bonding alright. we got to get out of our comfort zone(referring the BFC itself), and know more people from the church, not just within our cell.
let's pray for Xiying's eczema condition and her safety as she is going to Hong Kong 2 times this december.
let's pray for Clarissa's work, that she will not tire herself so much with the long working hours, and that it'll not affect the time she spends with God.
let's pray for Benedict's safety as he goes to Cambodia, providing help to the orphans. and that he'll learn something out of this experience.
let's pray for Smarties because he is falling sick. and pray for everyone's health too as the flu virus is spreading and getting so contagious nowadays.
let's pray for YeoMei's safety as she goes to Perth for training and matches. pray for no injuries and that she'll learn something new. also, not forgetting to spend time with God and give thanks in whatever situation.
let's pray for the lost sheeps, their spiritual well being. have faith in them, have faith in God.
*please add on to the prayer list if I miss out any
Proverbs 17:17 "A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity."
handy tip
ATR:
Acknowledge
give Thanks
Repentance
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Saturday, November 15, 2008
hi everyone! its my turn to post.
actually i had been thinking of what to post to you guys, so that we can learn something together, or generate something from it to debate about or so. haha.
but anyway, i thought the movie today were nice! haha. i think its one of the nicest "Cartoon" shows that i enjoy. even better than HSM3!!
today we set till the end of the movie, and as they were showing the credits portion, something struck my mind.
i was looking thru the names that was shown. then i saw everyone walking out of the cinema.
to me i thought, hey why didnt they stay to take a look at the credits or yeah. since, these were the people who made the movie possible, for us to laugh, for us to enjoy.
i think, a lot of times in life, we fail to give credit to God too. everytime we pray, we hope for a answer, and when its answered, its just like a "faith increase" moment kind of thing. but i think, other than giving thanks for prayers, we should be giving thanks for every single thing in our life!
the fact that you can go for a movie with your cell, that you can go church freely but sometimes we just say we are too tired, the fact that God blesses you with your classmates, a school, we should give thanks!
so yeah, lets not be like those who just takes things for granted, but thank God for it.
and i really thank God for this BFC! that we have a close friendship with one another, that we have been in a cell for 3 years ler! its really great to see we have improved together so much. in terms of our relationship with God, our friendship, our looks and etc ..
haha. yeah =)
actually i had been thinking of what to post to you guys, so that we can learn something together, or generate something from it to debate about or so. haha.
but anyway, i thought the movie today were nice! haha. i think its one of the nicest "Cartoon" shows that i enjoy. even better than HSM3!!
today we set till the end of the movie, and as they were showing the credits portion, something struck my mind.
i was looking thru the names that was shown. then i saw everyone walking out of the cinema.
to me i thought, hey why didnt they stay to take a look at the credits or yeah. since, these were the people who made the movie possible, for us to laugh, for us to enjoy.
i think, a lot of times in life, we fail to give credit to God too. everytime we pray, we hope for a answer, and when its answered, its just like a "faith increase" moment kind of thing. but i think, other than giving thanks for prayers, we should be giving thanks for every single thing in our life!
the fact that you can go for a movie with your cell, that you can go church freely but sometimes we just say we are too tired, the fact that God blesses you with your classmates, a school, we should give thanks!
so yeah, lets not be like those who just takes things for granted, but thank God for it.
and i really thank God for this BFC! that we have a close friendship with one another, that we have been in a cell for 3 years ler! its really great to see we have improved together so much. in terms of our relationship with God, our friendship, our looks and etc ..
haha. yeah =)
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Hey People!
Try to make it for Prayer tonight (12/11) at 8pm. It should be at L4 Auditorium. Let us really seek God for the upcoming Christmas party. Let's pray that this will indeed be the right opportunity for us to invite our friends and also pray that they will be open to receive Christ.
On Friday (14/11), try and make it for the "Matthew" training also. It should be at 8pm at L2 Auditorium. We can always meet for dinner before that on both days.
Try to make it for Prayer tonight (12/11) at 8pm. It should be at L4 Auditorium. Let us really seek God for the upcoming Christmas party. Let's pray that this will indeed be the right opportunity for us to invite our friends and also pray that they will be open to receive Christ.
On Friday (14/11), try and make it for the "Matthew" training also. It should be at 8pm at L2 Auditorium. We can always meet for dinner before that on both days.
Go for Zonal Hike & Let's Go Academy!
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
24/365 Schedule
Hi guys n gals... I forgot to give some of you the 24/365 schedule so I've decided to put it on the blog so you can refer to it. Our slot is on 14 NOV from 1900 to 2300. Don't forget! =)
Here's the schedule:
14 NOVEMBER 2008
1900-1915: Smarties
1915-1930: Clarissa
1930-1945: Xi Ying
1945-2000: Aaron
2000-2015: Derek
2015-2030: Joyce
2030-2045: Sophia
2045-2100: Joe
2100-2115: Yeo Mei
2115-2130: Kai Wei
2130-2145: Joshua
2145-2200: Iris
2200-2215: Ivan
2215-2230: Wan Hui
2230-2245: Jacelyn
2245-2300: Daryl
Yup.. The rest who r not on the list, it's coz u all have some stuff on... Yeah anw, I won't be around nxt Sat... On holiday.. So c ya around! =)
HAPPY HOLS! =)
DARYL =)
oh.. and congrats to all those who have successfully completed the Osssssssss!!!!!! WELL DONE! =) We're proud of you all! =)
Here's the schedule:
14 NOVEMBER 2008
1900-1915: Smarties
1915-1930: Clarissa
1930-1945: Xi Ying
1945-2000: Aaron
2000-2015: Derek
2015-2030: Joyce
2030-2045: Sophia
2045-2100: Joe
2100-2115: Yeo Mei
2115-2130: Kai Wei
2130-2145: Joshua
2145-2200: Iris
2200-2215: Ivan
2215-2230: Wan Hui
2230-2245: Jacelyn
2245-2300: Daryl
Yup.. The rest who r not on the list, it's coz u all have some stuff on... Yeah anw, I won't be around nxt Sat... On holiday.. So c ya around! =)
HAPPY HOLS! =)
DARYL =)
oh.. and congrats to all those who have successfully completed the Osssssssss!!!!!! WELL DONE! =) We're proud of you all! =)
ZONAL HIKE on NOV 22nd !
Hello BFC!!
LET'S GO for the Zonal Hike on Nov 22nd 2008 and jus have a time of relaxation, healthy exercise, fun and interaction!
I'm counting ALL of us in ok!
We'll meet 9am at Hort Park! Pls refer to the pic and map!
LET'S GO for the Zonal Hike on Nov 22nd 2008 and jus have a time of relaxation, healthy exercise, fun and interaction!
I'm counting ALL of us in ok!
We'll meet 9am at Hort Park! Pls refer to the pic and map!
Yippe,
Shepherd's PIE
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
I Love the Beautiful Footprints!
Hi BFC!
I feel like a virgin threading on unchartered grounds! Yes, it's my 1st time ever ever blogging! Hahahahha .... feel a bit swan-gu. But it's a great start for me, esp when I'm thinking of starting a blog for my baby!!!! :-)
Wanna tell u pple that I'm so proud, inspired and encouraged by ur beautiful feet, that r leaving wonderfully beautiful footprints in Youth Ablaze! It has been great watching God transform BFC, not just the individuals, but also the entire cell. I'm sure God is smiling every time He watches how yawl encourage each other, contact each other, lend a helping hand and support to ur leaders, and even writing those lovely cards to encourage the other leaders in Youth Ablaze!!!
U're setting a great eg for many to follow. Keep up the GREAT work, and continue to leave ur beautiful footprints everywhere u go!!!!!
:-)
sharon
I feel like a virgin threading on unchartered grounds! Yes, it's my 1st time ever ever blogging! Hahahahha .... feel a bit swan-gu. But it's a great start for me, esp when I'm thinking of starting a blog for my baby!!!! :-)
Wanna tell u pple that I'm so proud, inspired and encouraged by ur beautiful feet, that r leaving wonderfully beautiful footprints in Youth Ablaze! It has been great watching God transform BFC, not just the individuals, but also the entire cell. I'm sure God is smiling every time He watches how yawl encourage each other, contact each other, lend a helping hand and support to ur leaders, and even writing those lovely cards to encourage the other leaders in Youth Ablaze!!!
U're setting a great eg for many to follow. Keep up the GREAT work, and continue to leave ur beautiful footprints everywhere u go!!!!!
:-)
sharon
Friday, October 31, 2008
Hello everyone! :D
Sorry for the longgg-overdue post that shld have been posted ages ago..
anw this is my first time EVER blogging so im actually quite clueless. haha
oh promos-wise i guess i did alright.
D for my H2s except econs.
well i've got to thank God for sustaining me through this week. its been really tiring with PW and all that i fell sick again. but thankfully i recovered in a day!
ALL THE BEST TO THE O LVLERS AND THOSE WHO'VE YET TO COMPLETE PW!
lets continue to keep them is prayer. :D
see yall tmr.
aaron
Sorry for the longgg-overdue post that shld have been posted ages ago..
anw this is my first time EVER blogging so im actually quite clueless. haha
oh promos-wise i guess i did alright.
D for my H2s except econs.
well i've got to thank God for sustaining me through this week. its been really tiring with PW and all that i fell sick again. but thankfully i recovered in a day!
ALL THE BEST TO THE O LVLERS AND THOSE WHO'VE YET TO COMPLETE PW!
lets continue to keep them is prayer. :D
see yall tmr.
aaron
Monday, October 20, 2008
Memory Verses
Col 3:23
Phil 4:6-7
Rom 5:1
1 Pet 2:9
Heb 10:24-25
Acts 2:42
Prov 17:17
1 Cor 10:13
Jos 1:8-9
Prov 3:5-6
Rom 8:28
Eph 6:12
1 Jn 1:9
Rom 12:1-2
James 1:22
Matt 7:1-2
Ps 27:4
Gal 6:9
Hos 6:6
Matt 28:18-20
James 1:2-3
Additional Verses
1 Thess 5:16-18
Prov 11:25
Prov 27:2
2 Tim 1:7
Isa 40:31
Matt 6:33
Jn 14:27
Phil 1:6
Ps 46:1
Phil 4:13
Jer 29:11
Our cell name came from - Rom 10:14-15
Phil 4:6-7
Rom 5:1
1 Pet 2:9
Heb 10:24-25
Acts 2:42
Prov 17:17
1 Cor 10:13
Jos 1:8-9
Prov 3:5-6
Rom 8:28
Eph 6:12
1 Jn 1:9
Rom 12:1-2
James 1:22
Matt 7:1-2
Ps 27:4
Gal 6:9
Hos 6:6
Matt 28:18-20
James 1:2-3
Additional Verses
1 Thess 5:16-18
Prov 11:25
Prov 27:2
2 Tim 1:7
Isa 40:31
Matt 6:33
Jn 14:27
Phil 1:6
Ps 46:1
Phil 4:13
Jer 29:11
Our cell name came from - Rom 10:14-15
O Level Schedule
03/11/08 - Social Studies 2.00~3.30
04/1108 - Design & Technology 8.00~10.30 (Josh Only)
05/11/08 - Chinese Paper 1 8.00~10.00 (Josh Only)
05/11/08 - Chinese Paper 2 10.45~12.15 (Josh Only)
11/11/08 - Science Paper 1 (Physics/Chemistry) 8.00~9.00
Monday, October 13, 2008
thanksgiving and prayer requests
today SRJCians got back all their promo scripts for checking.
XiYing, Fiona, Andrew and me.
XiYing did pretty fine, one of the few in her class that can promote. but she is upset because, she is seeing a lot of her classmates either retaining or leaving to poly. lets pray for her!
heard from XiYing that Fiona did well too. she got an A for economics!
for me, my results arent fantastic, but I'm really thankful! :) base solely on my promo results, I can be promoted! which was something that I was worrying over. however, getting boarder line results set me thinking if I should stay on for JC or leaving for something that might be better for me. please pray that God will direct me into making wise decision.
as for Andrew, he isnt emo over his results, instead he is very happy that he got B for GP and did well for his other H1s. although he got 31 points, which falls below the promotion criteria, he is still optimistic for moderation to pull him up. lets pray that moderation will do him good!
For the others who're getting their results soon, lets pray that peace will be with them when they receive their results and they'll give thanks for whatever results they receieve.
Romans 5:1 "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God our Lord Jesus Christ."
Not forgetting Joshua, Iris and Clarissa who're taking their O'levels in a few days time. they shouldnt be reading this but I hope others will and keep them in prayer. lets pray that they'll go through the exams togther with the strength of God.
Philippians 4:13 "I can do anything through Him who gives me strength."
I have prayer request too, something that I had been praying hard over. that is the Perth trip. thank God my teacher finally allows me to go to Perth with the condition of someone replacing me. I got my classmate and he said he doesnt mind going. but after that he realised he has a course on for that period.
thank God again that I met another friend that is interested in going, but he is going on a holiday and will be back on 27/28nov. the school trip is from 29nov. its too rush.
all this got me thinking, maybe Perth isnt somewhere God wants me to go. I'll miss the Youth Camp is I go to Perth. it may be such a valuable chance and experience for me, it is also a new venture for me in playing netball. but one thing after another showed themselves as obstacles.
please pray that once again, God will direct me to his calling.
the week of school may be so draining but lets look forward to saturday as a motivation! each day that past also means that we're one day closer to saturday :)
*OH! and praise the Lord! the attendance for YA was 232 last saturday! :D
XiYing, Fiona, Andrew and me.
XiYing did pretty fine, one of the few in her class that can promote. but she is upset because, she is seeing a lot of her classmates either retaining or leaving to poly. lets pray for her!
heard from XiYing that Fiona did well too. she got an A for economics!
for me, my results arent fantastic, but I'm really thankful! :) base solely on my promo results, I can be promoted! which was something that I was worrying over. however, getting boarder line results set me thinking if I should stay on for JC or leaving for something that might be better for me. please pray that God will direct me into making wise decision.
as for Andrew, he isnt emo over his results, instead he is very happy that he got B for GP and did well for his other H1s. although he got 31 points, which falls below the promotion criteria, he is still optimistic for moderation to pull him up. lets pray that moderation will do him good!
For the others who're getting their results soon, lets pray that peace will be with them when they receive their results and they'll give thanks for whatever results they receieve.
Romans 5:1 "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God our Lord Jesus Christ."
Not forgetting Joshua, Iris and Clarissa who're taking their O'levels in a few days time. they shouldnt be reading this but I hope others will and keep them in prayer. lets pray that they'll go through the exams togther with the strength of God.
Philippians 4:13 "I can do anything through Him who gives me strength."
I have prayer request too, something that I had been praying hard over. that is the Perth trip. thank God my teacher finally allows me to go to Perth with the condition of someone replacing me. I got my classmate and he said he doesnt mind going. but after that he realised he has a course on for that period.
thank God again that I met another friend that is interested in going, but he is going on a holiday and will be back on 27/28nov. the school trip is from 29nov. its too rush.
all this got me thinking, maybe Perth isnt somewhere God wants me to go. I'll miss the Youth Camp is I go to Perth. it may be such a valuable chance and experience for me, it is also a new venture for me in playing netball. but one thing after another showed themselves as obstacles.
please pray that once again, God will direct me to his calling.
the week of school may be so draining but lets look forward to saturday as a motivation! each day that past also means that we're one day closer to saturday :)
*OH! and praise the Lord! the attendance for YA was 232 last saturday! :D
Happy Birthday Wan Hui!!
Birthdays are special, when special people remembers and celebrate it together with us. You are special to BFC Wan Hui!!
Shepherd
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
wow!! cool, its my turn to blog now. first time bloggin in beautiful feet blog. super excited!!! haha. wad shd i say?? hmmm, firstly thank God tat we r stil alive. secondly, thank God for tis blog. thirdly, thank God tat i rmb to post. LASTLY, thank God tat its my turn to post (which means dunno how long dun nid to post liao) . =)
lion dance practise startin soon. the coach from Li Heng pulled me in to their lion and dragon dance troupe. thank God =) . Li Heng is internationally known and won a few champions internationally in a row. We hv to practise for chinese new yr so we could be able to perform at tat time (meaning got ang bao money) !!!
class starting soon, hv to go. thank God tat class is startin. See You guys!!!!!
Yong Liang
lion dance practise startin soon. the coach from Li Heng pulled me in to their lion and dragon dance troupe. thank God =) . Li Heng is internationally known and won a few champions internationally in a row. We hv to practise for chinese new yr so we could be able to perform at tat time (meaning got ang bao money) !!!
class starting soon, hv to go. thank God tat class is startin. See You guys!!!!!
Yong Liang
Monday, October 6, 2008
1 timothy 6:3-17
3If anyone advocates a different doctrine and does not agree with sound words, those of our Lord Jesus Christ, and with the doctrine conforming to godliness,
4he is conceited and understands nothing; but he has a morbid interest in controversial questions and disputes about words, out of which arise envy, strife, abusive language, evil suspicions,
5and constant friction between men of depraved mind and deprived of the truth, who suppose that godliness is a means of gain.
6But godliness actually is a means of great gain when accompanied by contentment.
7For we have brought nothing into the world, so we cannot take anything out of it either.
8If we have food and covering, with these we shall be content.
9But those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a snare and many foolish and harmful desires which plunge men into ruin and destruction.
10For the love of money is a root of all sorts of evil, and some by longing for it have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.
11But flee from these things, you man of God, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance and gentleness.
12Fight the good fight of faith; take hold of the eternal life to which you were called, and you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses.
13I charge you in the presence of God, who gives life to all things, and of Christ Jesus, who testified the good confession before Pontius Pilate,
14that you keep the commandment without stain or reproach until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ,
15which He will bring about at the proper time--He who is the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings and Lord of lords,
16who alone possesses immortality and dwells in unapproachable light, whom no man has seen or can see To Him be honor and eternal dominion! Amen.
hi BFCers!
i'm here to share something which i find that it strucks me for quite long already, and it has since then became a constant reminder to me, to remind me about the world i am living in, and to remind me what i am supposedly to do as the son of God in this world.
if you guys read verse 3-4, it says about those people who teaches different things from the bible, these are the people who are living in their own world. as you read, you may think that these people are the "fools", and know what? these "fools" are those who spout abusive words from their mouth, those who are involved in small talks,those who create strife, jealousy, envy to others.
as i continued to read, verse 6 strucks me the most.
"but godliness actually is a means of great gain". here it says, when you have contentment with godliness, you have a GREAT gain! so , be contented with what you have!
(paraphrase)verse 14-15 says that we shall continue to present ourselves as living and holy sacrifice, till the proper time when God will reward us, greatly, giving us what we deserve.
yeah. i therefore wants to encourage my fellow cell members, to MEDIDATE on God's words, it's really good for you!
just imagine sacrificing 15mins to medidate on God's words, in exchange for a new day(24hours) where you try to improve, to be better, and eventually become better, more godly than ever, that's something so precious, and cannot be bought.
so start now! we shall meet again coming sat!!
3If anyone advocates a different doctrine and does not agree with sound words, those of our Lord Jesus Christ, and with the doctrine conforming to godliness,
4he is conceited and understands nothing; but he has a morbid interest in controversial questions and disputes about words, out of which arise envy, strife, abusive language, evil suspicions,
5and constant friction between men of depraved mind and deprived of the truth, who suppose that godliness is a means of gain.
6But godliness actually is a means of great gain when accompanied by contentment.
7For we have brought nothing into the world, so we cannot take anything out of it either.
8If we have food and covering, with these we shall be content.
9But those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a snare and many foolish and harmful desires which plunge men into ruin and destruction.
10For the love of money is a root of all sorts of evil, and some by longing for it have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.
11But flee from these things, you man of God, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance and gentleness.
12Fight the good fight of faith; take hold of the eternal life to which you were called, and you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses.
13I charge you in the presence of God, who gives life to all things, and of Christ Jesus, who testified the good confession before Pontius Pilate,
14that you keep the commandment without stain or reproach until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ,
15which He will bring about at the proper time--He who is the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings and Lord of lords,
16who alone possesses immortality and dwells in unapproachable light, whom no man has seen or can see To Him be honor and eternal dominion! Amen.
hi BFCers!
i'm here to share something which i find that it strucks me for quite long already, and it has since then became a constant reminder to me, to remind me about the world i am living in, and to remind me what i am supposedly to do as the son of God in this world.
if you guys read verse 3-4, it says about those people who teaches different things from the bible, these are the people who are living in their own world. as you read, you may think that these people are the "fools", and know what? these "fools" are those who spout abusive words from their mouth, those who are involved in small talks,those who create strife, jealousy, envy to others.
as i continued to read, verse 6 strucks me the most.
"but godliness actually is a means of great gain". here it says, when you have contentment with godliness, you have a GREAT gain! so , be contented with what you have!
(paraphrase)verse 14-15 says that we shall continue to present ourselves as living and holy sacrifice, till the proper time when God will reward us, greatly, giving us what we deserve.
yeah. i therefore wants to encourage my fellow cell members, to MEDIDATE on God's words, it's really good for you!
just imagine sacrificing 15mins to medidate on God's words, in exchange for a new day(24hours) where you try to improve, to be better, and eventually become better, more godly than ever, that's something so precious, and cannot be bought.
so start now! we shall meet again coming sat!!
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
I've not blogged here for quite a while...... so here I am to blog a teeny weeny sharing.
James 1:5 If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
Just during this morning at 00:00 ++, I was reading the previous day's our daily bread and this verse appeared. So I kinda smiled and told my mum who was beside me, "I hope this verse is for me." The reason for saying that is because I felt that I didn't deserve the wisdom God gives cause I'd been spending the past three days sleeping like a pig, watching tv like end time is coming and i need to watch it now kinda thing. But I think it's mostly because it was the last paper and I really really don't want to study. (I started studying only at around 7pm)
Anyway, I went on to read the rest of the chapter and the words, "without finding fault" seem to have appeared more real to me somehow.
James 1:6-8 But when he asks, he must believe and not doubt, because he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That man should not think he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all he does.
Yup, it sounded quite fierce.. Haha. Especially the word double-minded man, cause I remember my aunt who described our mind as a battleground between Satan and God. Being double-minded sounds to me like I am standing on each side once in a while or as the old chinese saying goes, "one leg step on two boats".. And ain't even sure of what I believe in! The result: I clung on to this promise and my geog paper was really a bliss. (:
I hope this sharing reminds us whenever we choose to either believe in God's promises or forfeit it. He doesn't have any reason to take back His word especially when He loves us so much. Of course, remembering His assurance in Romans 8:28 that all things work for the good for those who love Him even when it doesn't seem good to us at all. (:
To those still mugging hard for exams, may God grant you wisdom. And to the cell, wisdom in our everyday life and the willingness to give Him our best (:
Sorry for the sharing that did not prove to be short.
Jace
James 1:5 If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
Just during this morning at 00:00 ++, I was reading the previous day's our daily bread and this verse appeared. So I kinda smiled and told my mum who was beside me, "I hope this verse is for me." The reason for saying that is because I felt that I didn't deserve the wisdom God gives cause I'd been spending the past three days sleeping like a pig, watching tv like end time is coming and i need to watch it now kinda thing. But I think it's mostly because it was the last paper and I really really don't want to study. (I started studying only at around 7pm)
Anyway, I went on to read the rest of the chapter and the words, "without finding fault" seem to have appeared more real to me somehow.
James 1:6-8 But when he asks, he must believe and not doubt, because he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That man should not think he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all he does.
Yup, it sounded quite fierce.. Haha. Especially the word double-minded man, cause I remember my aunt who described our mind as a battleground between Satan and God. Being double-minded sounds to me like I am standing on each side once in a while or as the old chinese saying goes, "one leg step on two boats".. And ain't even sure of what I believe in! The result: I clung on to this promise and my geog paper was really a bliss. (:
I hope this sharing reminds us whenever we choose to either believe in God's promises or forfeit it. He doesn't have any reason to take back His word especially when He loves us so much. Of course, remembering His assurance in Romans 8:28 that all things work for the good for those who love Him even when it doesn't seem good to us at all. (:
To those still mugging hard for exams, may God grant you wisdom. And to the cell, wisdom in our everyday life and the willingness to give Him our best (:
Sorry for the sharing that did not prove to be short.
Jace
Rom 10:14,15
Why are we known as The Beautiful Feet Cell? It's from our cell verse!
How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: "How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!"
Today's NIV
We want to be God's beloved children, bringing the message of His love to everyone around us. In Bible times, people don't have the luxury to wear Addidas or Nike. Neither do they have public transport with aircon comfort nor nicely pathed brick walkways. They wore sandals and walk on dusty grounds, wherever they go! The feet is considered to be the most unglamourous and filthy part of the body. However, when the message of God's love is shared, the Bible says that the messengers we will have Beautiful Feet! When the fragrance of Christ overflows from us and permeates the air around us, even the most filthy part of our body becomes lovely! Let's live up to the challenge of our cell name and bring the light of the gospel into this world of darkness. People will only see Christ in us when we love them and one another. And I must say I'm "so in love" with you guys!
Shepherd
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Hi
this is my first post here haahahah...!!
sorryy for the random posting, but i hav to post this haha
i jus uploaded the zonal bonding photos.. sorry for the delay.!
i didnt edit any of the photo and all are raw ahhahaa..!!
if ur want any editing pls tell me i will do my best:)
click for viewing:)
as ur will be wandering why it is so small, hahha i also dont know leh...
i think some of u will like to hav some of the photo right.. i think so..
pls do let me know then i will send an email attaching the photo with it:)
hope ur like it:)
signing off Kaiwei:)
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Hi all ^^
my turn to post but i have no idea what to post..
its been like almost 1 year since i blogged..
ty for all of you for encouraging me in my walk with god
and for being in the same cell as me,
making my time with BFC meaningful and enjoyable..
yea next time i'll post something biblical hahah....
in case you were wondering i'm Ivan
my turn to post but i have no idea what to post..
its been like almost 1 year since i blogged..
ty for all of you for encouraging me in my walk with god
and for being in the same cell as me,
making my time with BFC meaningful and enjoyable..
yea next time i'll post something biblical hahah....
in case you were wondering i'm Ivan
Saturday, September 13, 2008
it's me again. but this time perhaps with a more personal post. (:
I felt I should share a little about my life. I'm really thankful that I got to know all of you. Some, close to 3years, some more, some less. But each relationship is special & unique.
Actually I was quite vulgar during my early teen years. Perhaps even arrogant. I was rather good in playing cards & DOTA (if you know what it is) among my classmates. I saw how my grades fell and I wasnt worried about it. Coming to Sec3 with people whom I have good relationship with & whom I thought were like my good friends. Then, I experienced betrayal and noticed how they plan to keep me away from the group. There wasnt really a leader among the few of us at first. But when one retainer joined the group, he sort of became a leader. Probably he was a good-joker, confident & idontknowwhat.
When I no longer had friends, my life was like empty. I already back-slided and was not close to God. I didnt have any support or foundation (like my stage became black-out). But somehow I went talked to Joe. He was like the only one I could depend on although I had only known him for like 2 or 3 months.
Jace asked me a question during dinner. My reply was, I think I left church because my cell leader left. Leon (some of you might know him). Not because he was stressed out or what. But he went to his girlfriend's church. And out of my 3 male leaders, I was closer to him. Probably because he is the cell leader. I remembered on the first Saturday of 2006, I came to church and not knowing where to go (it was cell discussion first then service). The first person I saw was Ivan Ong. My ex-assistant-cell leader. Instead of bring me to his cell, which was with Kara & Ernie. He asked if I wanted to join Joe's cell. I was okay with that. I also remembered that a good church mate of mine asked me if I wanted to go over to his cell. I really thought about it. But I decided to stay & I have never regretted that.
Looking back, I'm convinced that it was God's Plan for me to be in Beautiful Feet. And it's probably the best place for me to grow (not saying that Kara & Ernie arent good leaders). I'm really really thankful that God places people like all of you in my life. Joe, for the many things that he taught me. WanHui, for always calling me, "Dear". It really meant a lot to me. Kevin & Smarties, who tried very hard to get me to talk, to know me better & even inviting me to Kevin's house for a stay-over when I only got to know them. For the rest, Thank You so much. May we continue to grow in our spiritual walk with God together.
Jace also asked me another question. "What if Joe leaves the church?" (something like that). I am quite certain that I will not leave. This 3 years, I believe I have built my foundation on God. And indeed I have grown. I'm sure Joe&WanHui can testify that. I also thankful that I know many of the leaders. Most of them, only by name but there are others whom I can easily talk to.
Oh ya. My ministry. I just want to share that it wasnt really my decision to join the sound team. Joe suggested it and encouraged me to join. I tried out and began to like it. It's actually a very useful skill. (Sophia, continue to learn from experiences). haha.
That's about all. I might have miss out something.
when I said "really" I really really mean it.
I felt I should share a little about my life. I'm really thankful that I got to know all of you. Some, close to 3years, some more, some less. But each relationship is special & unique.
Actually I was quite vulgar during my early teen years. Perhaps even arrogant. I was rather good in playing cards & DOTA (if you know what it is) among my classmates. I saw how my grades fell and I wasnt worried about it. Coming to Sec3 with people whom I have good relationship with & whom I thought were like my good friends. Then, I experienced betrayal and noticed how they plan to keep me away from the group. There wasnt really a leader among the few of us at first. But when one retainer joined the group, he sort of became a leader. Probably he was a good-joker, confident & idontknowwhat.
When I no longer had friends, my life was like empty. I already back-slided and was not close to God. I didnt have any support or foundation (like my stage became black-out). But somehow I went talked to Joe. He was like the only one I could depend on although I had only known him for like 2 or 3 months.
Jace asked me a question during dinner. My reply was, I think I left church because my cell leader left. Leon (some of you might know him). Not because he was stressed out or what. But he went to his girlfriend's church. And out of my 3 male leaders, I was closer to him. Probably because he is the cell leader. I remembered on the first Saturday of 2006, I came to church and not knowing where to go (it was cell discussion first then service). The first person I saw was Ivan Ong. My ex-assistant-cell leader. Instead of bring me to his cell, which was with Kara & Ernie. He asked if I wanted to join Joe's cell. I was okay with that. I also remembered that a good church mate of mine asked me if I wanted to go over to his cell. I really thought about it. But I decided to stay & I have never regretted that.
Looking back, I'm convinced that it was God's Plan for me to be in Beautiful Feet. And it's probably the best place for me to grow (not saying that Kara & Ernie arent good leaders). I'm really really thankful that God places people like all of you in my life. Joe, for the many things that he taught me. WanHui, for always calling me, "Dear". It really meant a lot to me. Kevin & Smarties, who tried very hard to get me to talk, to know me better & even inviting me to Kevin's house for a stay-over when I only got to know them. For the rest, Thank You so much. May we continue to grow in our spiritual walk with God together.
Jace also asked me another question. "What if Joe leaves the church?" (something like that). I am quite certain that I will not leave. This 3 years, I believe I have built my foundation on God. And indeed I have grown. I'm sure Joe&WanHui can testify that. I also thankful that I know many of the leaders. Most of them, only by name but there are others whom I can easily talk to.
Oh ya. My ministry. I just want to share that it wasnt really my decision to join the sound team. Joe suggested it and encouraged me to join. I tried out and began to like it. It's actually a very useful skill. (Sophia, continue to learn from experiences). haha.
That's about all. I might have miss out something.
THANK YOU ALL!!
when I said "really" I really really mean it.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Hello People! ( I noticed there were a few of " hey people " )
My sharing will be on 2 issues in " Every Day with Jesus "
My sharing will be on 2 issues in " Every Day with Jesus "
Purity and Power
1 Cor 12:1-20
verse 7 - A manifestation of the Spirit is given to each person to produce what is beneficial.
Although Jesus told us that through the Holy Spirit's power, we would do greater works than He had performed, the truth is that we are just not availing ourselves of the divine resources. There are notable exceptions to what I am saying, but, by and large, this is the way it is in today's church. Paul says in 1 Thessalonians 1:5 "Our gospel [came] to you . . . in power, in the Holy Spirit, and with much assurance." At the center of that "power' and "assurance" was the Holy Spirit. These traits are largely lacking in much of modern Christianity, because too many of us lack a full encounter with the Holy Spirit.
Some years ago, when I was a pastor in the north of England, another minister in the town (a good friend of mine) said, "You preach about the Spirit's power, and I'll preach about the Spirit's purity. That way we will keep a balance in the lives of Christians in this town." I pondered what he said and came to the conclusion that such a procedure would produce lopsided Christians, for both congregations needed to hear of the Spirit's purity and power.
Today's churches can be divided into two camps - those where the purity aspect is emphasized and those where the power aspect is emphasized. If every church focused with equal emphasis on both these characteristics of the Spirit, we would witness a healthier body of believers. Purity is essential, but so is power. The Holy Spirit supplies both.
verse 15 - I will pray with the spirit, and I will also pray with my understanding.
What does it mean to pray "in the Spirit"? Here again, there is a good deal of misunderstanding among Christians as to the true meaning of the phrase.
There are times when one feels deeply affected emotionally as one prays, but this is not the meaning of the phrase "praying in the Spirit." It has no relationship to the emotions that we feel in prayer. I am not saying that feelings are unimportant in prayer; I am simply saying that i do no believe this is what Paul had in mind when he used the phrase "praying in the Spirit."
The 'spirit spoken of here is not the human spirit but the Holy Spirit. Some believe that "praying in the Spirit" takes place when we pray in other tongues, and although it can include that, I believe it is much more than that.
Prayer that is "in the Spirit is prayer that is prompted and guided by the Spirit. One commentator puts it this way: "It means that the Holy Spirit directs the prayer, creates the prayer within us, and empowers us to offer it and to pray it."
Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones calls praying in the Spirit "the secret of true prayer" and goes on to say: "If we do no pray in the Spirit, we do not really pray." I would hesitate to make such a sweeping statement myself, but I would go so far as to say that if we do no know it means to pray in the Spirit, our prayers will have little impact upon Satan and his forces.
From this two issues, I learned that often there is unequal measure between Purity and Power. There is a need to balance. And that it might be time for us to deepen our levels of prayer. To seek God and know Him better. Last week, we were saying to do something to encourage the leaders. The attendance at Youth Ablaze is deteriorating.
Let's us also do our best for the coming exams! And God will do the rest!
verse 7 - A manifestation of the Spirit is given to each person to produce what is beneficial.
Although Jesus told us that through the Holy Spirit's power, we would do greater works than He had performed, the truth is that we are just not availing ourselves of the divine resources. There are notable exceptions to what I am saying, but, by and large, this is the way it is in today's church. Paul says in 1 Thessalonians 1:5 "Our gospel [came] to you . . . in power, in the Holy Spirit, and with much assurance." At the center of that "power' and "assurance" was the Holy Spirit. These traits are largely lacking in much of modern Christianity, because too many of us lack a full encounter with the Holy Spirit.
Some years ago, when I was a pastor in the north of England, another minister in the town (a good friend of mine) said, "You preach about the Spirit's power, and I'll preach about the Spirit's purity. That way we will keep a balance in the lives of Christians in this town." I pondered what he said and came to the conclusion that such a procedure would produce lopsided Christians, for both congregations needed to hear of the Spirit's purity and power.
Today's churches can be divided into two camps - those where the purity aspect is emphasized and those where the power aspect is emphasized. If every church focused with equal emphasis on both these characteristics of the Spirit, we would witness a healthier body of believers. Purity is essential, but so is power. The Holy Spirit supplies both.
"Praying in the Spirit"
1 Cor 14:1-25verse 15 - I will pray with the spirit, and I will also pray with my understanding.
What does it mean to pray "in the Spirit"? Here again, there is a good deal of misunderstanding among Christians as to the true meaning of the phrase.
There are times when one feels deeply affected emotionally as one prays, but this is not the meaning of the phrase "praying in the Spirit." It has no relationship to the emotions that we feel in prayer. I am not saying that feelings are unimportant in prayer; I am simply saying that i do no believe this is what Paul had in mind when he used the phrase "praying in the Spirit."
The 'spirit spoken of here is not the human spirit but the Holy Spirit. Some believe that "praying in the Spirit" takes place when we pray in other tongues, and although it can include that, I believe it is much more than that.
Prayer that is "in the Spirit is prayer that is prompted and guided by the Spirit. One commentator puts it this way: "It means that the Holy Spirit directs the prayer, creates the prayer within us, and empowers us to offer it and to pray it."
Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones calls praying in the Spirit "the secret of true prayer" and goes on to say: "If we do no pray in the Spirit, we do not really pray." I would hesitate to make such a sweeping statement myself, but I would go so far as to say that if we do no know it means to pray in the Spirit, our prayers will have little impact upon Satan and his forces.
From this two issues, I learned that often there is unequal measure between Purity and Power. There is a need to balance. And that it might be time for us to deepen our levels of prayer. To seek God and know Him better. Last week, we were saying to do something to encourage the leaders. The attendance at Youth Ablaze is deteriorating.
Let's us also do our best for the coming exams! And God will do the rest!
2 Cor 12:9
Hi Dearies,
Just wanna share with you a verse my friend wrote on her blog and it's just so apt and in season. It's taken from 2 cor 12: 9. Sometimes when i struggle, i try to use my own strength and i forget that i'm just like an egg. I will crack, i will break. On the other hand, God is a massive Rock. He will protect me and walk before me to shield me.
I have included a few versions for your reading.
9 And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. (NKJV)
9 Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. (NLT)
My grace is enough; it's all you need. My strength comes into its own in your weakness.Once I heard that, I was glad to let it happen. I quit focusing on the handicap and began appreciating the gift. It was a case of Christ's strength moving in on my weakness. Now I take limitations in stride, and with good cheer, these limitations that cut me down to size—abuse, accidents, opposition, bad breaks. I just let Christ take over! And so the weaker I get, the stronger I become. (The Message)
All in all, it speaks of God's grace is ever so sufficient for us. It's okay if there are things i am not good at; it's okay if i struggle with things. I can just surrender to God and let Him see me through. We must build our faith and hope in God. It also teaches me that i should not limit what God can do to me, for me, through me, in me. This is really a reminder for all of us to draw close to God, to rely on Him.
Remember that God is always here!
With Love,
Shepherd's pie. =)
Just wanna share with you a verse my friend wrote on her blog and it's just so apt and in season. It's taken from 2 cor 12: 9. Sometimes when i struggle, i try to use my own strength and i forget that i'm just like an egg. I will crack, i will break. On the other hand, God is a massive Rock. He will protect me and walk before me to shield me.
I have included a few versions for your reading.
9 And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. (NKJV)
9 Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. (NLT)
My grace is enough; it's all you need. My strength comes into its own in your weakness.Once I heard that, I was glad to let it happen. I quit focusing on the handicap and began appreciating the gift. It was a case of Christ's strength moving in on my weakness. Now I take limitations in stride, and with good cheer, these limitations that cut me down to size—abuse, accidents, opposition, bad breaks. I just let Christ take over! And so the weaker I get, the stronger I become. (The Message)
All in all, it speaks of God's grace is ever so sufficient for us. It's okay if there are things i am not good at; it's okay if i struggle with things. I can just surrender to God and let Him see me through. We must build our faith and hope in God. It also teaches me that i should not limit what God can do to me, for me, through me, in me. This is really a reminder for all of us to draw close to God, to rely on Him.
Remember that God is always here!
With Love,
Shepherd's pie. =)
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
hi fellow BFCs..
this week err BEN will be sharing devotion with all of us, and derek told me he will be coming this sat 13th sept 08. hahah. since i posted this here, he got no excuse to run away ler.
thank God that even though joe and i have to attend a camp, we are still able to attend YA and cell, but unfortunately not for dinner with you guys. =)
so yeah, look forward to see you people this sat, and to those people who are still mugging hard for exams, dont give up! i know talk is easy, but still, dont give up! =)
this week err BEN will be sharing devotion with all of us, and derek told me he will be coming this sat 13th sept 08. hahah. since i posted this here, he got no excuse to run away ler.
thank God that even though joe and i have to attend a camp, we are still able to attend YA and cell, but unfortunately not for dinner with you guys. =)
so yeah, look forward to see you people this sat, and to those people who are still mugging hard for exams, dont give up! i know talk is easy, but still, dont give up! =)
James 1:2-4
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
Today's New International Version
Consider it a sheer gift, friends, when tests and challenges come at you from all sides. You know that under pressure, your faith-life is forced into the open and shows its true colors. So don't try to get out of anything prematurely. Let it do its work so you become mature and well-developed, not deficient in any way.
The Message
My Christian brothers, you should be happy when you have all kinds of tests. You know these prove your faith. It helps you not to give up. Learn well how to wait so you will be strong and complete and in need of nothing.
New Life Version
It all starts from how we see the situation. If we know that trials will make us more like Jesus, we can choose to respond (not react!) to it positively. We can turn trials into triumphs! I think none of us will actively seek to have trials in our lives, however, when they come (they WILL come!), we can choose how we respond. If our goal is to avoid difficulties or mishaps, our trials will seem miserable. Focus our eyes on Jesus. Tell yourself that you want to exit the tunnel of trials victoriously!
God chooses what we go through; we choose how we go through it.
Shepherd
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Friday, September 5, 2008
Thursday, September 4, 2008
THANK YOU EVERYONE!
Hi everyone! Would just like to say thank u to all who made the cell bonding fun n possible!
THANK YOU JOE for letting us stay over at ur place n for showing me around ur garden.
THANK YOU WAN HUI for ordering pizza for us while the rest of us were watching the movie.
THANK YOU SMARTIES for organising the cell bonding n booking the badminton courts.
THANK YOU YEO MEI for complaining about me always bidding "no trump".
THANK YOU JACELYN for calling me "Daryl" once during the whole cell bonding.
THANK YOU CLARISSA for watching Fab 40 and wanting to save the animals n help the needy.
THANK YOU IRIS for all ur laughs n for continuously falling down during the games.
THANK YOU KAI WEI for cutting out the template to make our beautiful cell t-shirts.
THANK YOU JOYCE for studying so hard n for ur precious water bottle.
THANK YOU JOSHUA for settling all the money matters n for skipping sch.
THANK YOU IVAN for being my bridge partner almost every other time.
THANK YOU DEREK for playing badminton witn me.
THANK YOU BEN for showing us what a healthy breakfast is.
THANK YOU SHU KAI for putting toothpaste on my face.
THANK YOU YONG LIANG, SOPHIA & XI YING for joining us for the badminton game.
THANK YOU ANDREW, AARON, ABBY, SHERMAN, YONG HENG & FIONA who will join us in the next bonding!
LAST OF ALL,
THANK YOU LORD for all the good times we had together as a cell! =)
DARYL =)
C YA GUYS THIS SAT!
THANK YOU JOE for letting us stay over at ur place n for showing me around ur garden.
THANK YOU WAN HUI for ordering pizza for us while the rest of us were watching the movie.
THANK YOU SMARTIES for organising the cell bonding n booking the badminton courts.
THANK YOU YEO MEI for complaining about me always bidding "no trump".
THANK YOU JACELYN for calling me "Daryl" once during the whole cell bonding.
THANK YOU CLARISSA for watching Fab 40 and wanting to save the animals n help the needy.
THANK YOU IRIS for all ur laughs n for continuously falling down during the games.
THANK YOU KAI WEI for cutting out the template to make our beautiful cell t-shirts.
THANK YOU JOYCE for studying so hard n for ur precious water bottle.
THANK YOU JOSHUA for settling all the money matters n for skipping sch.
THANK YOU IVAN for being my bridge partner almost every other time.
THANK YOU DEREK for playing badminton witn me.
THANK YOU BEN for showing us what a healthy breakfast is.
THANK YOU SHU KAI for putting toothpaste on my face.
THANK YOU YONG LIANG, SOPHIA & XI YING for joining us for the badminton game.
THANK YOU ANDREW, AARON, ABBY, SHERMAN, YONG HENG & FIONA who will join us in the next bonding!
LAST OF ALL,
THANK YOU LORD for all the good times we had together as a cell! =)
DARYL =)
C YA GUYS THIS SAT!
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