Reflections

2007-08-05T08:10:00.001-07:00

My Close Encounter with Ant's Puppy...It's SOoo Cute and Lovely!!! Wish it's my own!!!

2007-08-02T06:00:00.000-07:00

On my Birthday.....

I would like to thank 3 group of special people who has impacted by life and brought a smile on my face, during times of heart ache and tears!

1. God - for always being there no matter what! Telling me there is a purpose and destiny ahead of me. Reminding me not to be self absorbed or self centred. But to focus on serving and glorifying Him. He is always in control, even during times when I don't see His purpose.

2. Friends - for always giving the affirmation I needed and wanted! For listening to me pour out my woes and disappointments without judging! For always showering love and companionship when needed! Special mention to Jane, Wendy and Liza for their concern esp during this week!

3. Family - for providing the shelter where I can always run back to! For dad's gentleness n concern whenever he knows I'm upset! Mum's forever getting anxious and worried for me. Cindy forever nagging and irritating me. Elvin, though aloof but will do anything I ask.

My birthday wishes....

1. I'll be happier next birthday. Really celebrating with friends and family!
2. I'll be a step closer to what God has installed for me by next birthday
3. This is a secret! Hee

2007-08-01T07:14:00.000-07:00

"The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise." Ps 51:17

2007-06-29T23:18:00.000-07:00

A beautiful song....

Be still for the presence of the lord

The holy one is here

Come bow before him now

With reverence and fear

In him no sin found

We stand on holy ground

Be still for the presence of the lord

The holy one is here

In the presence of the Lord

No words are needed

We can only be still

With reverence and awe

2007-06-29T20:38:00.000-07:00

BINTAN GETAWAY

It was indeed a rejuvenating holiday! Thank God for a carefree getaway! Indeed his blessings was with us. When we touched down, the rain stopped. We could enjoy sea sports and outdoor games. Towards the end of the stay, as we were leaving, it then started to drizzle and rain! No motion sickness/nausea vomitting during the boat ride. I was so fearful as I'm usually quite proned to it. THank God for the other 3 companions who prayed for me! Ha...Needless to mention, the company was great! Accommodating, fun and funny! Thanks for taking care of me when I was not well. Most appreciated! Looking forward to our next holiday!

2006-09-26T19:13:00.000-07:00

Saul, Anoited Yet Without Character

A man who was led by his fears and insecurities and unable to trust God fully for his calling and his destiny. That's King Saul. When called by Samuel, he replied, " Am I not a Benjamite, from the smallest tribe of Israel and is not my clan the least of all the clans of Benjamin? Why did you say such a thing of me?" When it was time to be installed as the first King of Israel, he was found hiding among the baggage. When his army was hard pressed, he felt compelled to offer burnt offering when human help (Samuel) did not appear. When instructed to destroy the Amalekites, he obeyed God but only partially. He pounced on the plunder which appealed to his eyes.

Saul is certainly not an evil man who outrightly sin against God. However his life was motivated by insecurities, and his actions led by his own wisdom. The lack of trust in God caused him to stumble from fulfilling the destiny which God has for him.

David, The Giant of Faith

"Your servant has killed both the lion and the bear; this uncircumcised Philistine will be like one of them, because he defied the armies of the living God."

"The lord who delievered me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine."

"You have come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied."

Out from an overflow the heart, the mouth speaks. Such are the bold exlaimations of David the sherperd boy. What a stark difference comparing King Saul and King David. King David simply have the audacity and faith in God who led him through the various trials in his life! God called david a man after his own heart and the lord was grieved that he had made Saul king over Israel.

How often we yearn for the calling and anoiting of GOd that will lead us to our destiny? Are we ready, truely ready for God to use us as his godly vessels, with character of david and not Saul, with faith and trust. Not faith in our faith or faith in ourselves or faith in a easy solution, or in money, or in any human help, but faith in God! Indeed faith and trust in GOd is so important that either make or break our destiny in Him.

2006-09-18T04:52:00.000-07:00

DOnt I look COOL?
"CHECK" out the next In thing- STRIPS!!!

2006-09-18T04:48:00.000-07:00

"Thanks cell, for celebrating My Burfday!! I love u guys so much!"

2006-09-18T04:46:00.000-07:00

PResenting: The MOO Moo Birthday Card!!!

Cherie and Sabbie

2006-09-18T04:39:00.000-07:00

POWER CELL!!!!

2006-09-18T04:35:00.000-07:00

The "HUNKS" and the "SLeePY BeAuTy"!

2006-09-18T04:23:00.000-07:00

WOW!!!! A gathering of Beauties indeed!

2006-09-16T23:27:00.000-07:00

"THE LORD IS WITH YOU MIGHTY WARRIOR."

Gideon, a man threshing wheat in a winepress.
Gideon, who asked, "where are all his wonders that our fathers told us about
Gideon who said, "My clan is the weakest in Manasseh and I am the least in my family.
Gideon, The Mighty Warrior?

Gideon has been one of my favourite character in the bible. Not that he's a great man, I mean, he never stand a place in the hall of fame among the other big names! His life was condensed in 3 short chapters. But God chose to speak to me through him!

As I read again about this man, I wondered, Why Gideon? A very ordinary man who at best know how to follow instructions, perform some miracles, be a leader over the israelities...A mighty warrior?

But indeed he is GOd's Mighty Warrior and perhaps had a very special place in God's heart.

The Israelites said to Gideon "Rule over us - you, your son and your grandson-because you saved us out of the hand of Midian." Reckon the offer of fame, power and riches.

But Gideon told them, " I will not rule over you, nor will my son rule over you. THE LORD WILL RULE OVER YOU."

THank God for sharing, his reason for choosing Gideon, The Mighty Warrior

2006-03-25T07:48:00.000-08:00

As long as we have memories, yesterday remains.
As long as we have hope, tomorrow awaits.
As long as we have friendships, today is beautiful.

Thank you babe for sharing your life. Indeed you are a friend who cares and shares! You have been a special friend perhaps because of what we have went through. Your honesty and openness played a great role in keeping the friendship till this day! (7 years!!!) I thank GOd for you. And believe he will make you soar with wings like eagle, to walk firmly and not grow faint! God is here and he cares!

2006-03-09T06:13:00.000-08:00

Contentment

"If I never get to see another rainbow
Or share another laugh with a friend
If I never stand barefoot by the ocean
Or get to kiss my child goodnight again
If I never have another prayer that’s answered
Or have another blessing come my way
If this is all I know of heaven’s kindness
Father I would still have to say
You have been good
You have been good
I am in wonder how could it be
You have been good
You’ve been so good
In so many ways
You’ve been good to me..."

I'm amazed that this simple song can bring such joy to my heart. Made up of repetitive, simple phrases but strongly resonating the love of God and his character. And it has certainly reminded me of God's blessings over my life.

Everyday in this fast-paced society, I face and experience demands, dissatisfactions and distractions. "Why isnt my queue moving faster?" "Why isnt my food ready?" "why am I not earning as much as my ex-classmates?" "why am I not good enough?"

But as I think of the less fortunate, the people whom were often left neglected, I realised how blessed I am. Often times around us are the very sick, the weak, the abandoned, the left alone. Amputated patients, kidney failure patients, patients who need to swallow 10 tablets before their meal, if they can smile, what am I uncontented with? I asked myself.

Sometimes, the little pleasures in life should not be taken for granted. I recalled the times I spent worshipping God in his awesome presence. The peace, the joy and contentment, is indescribable. I ought to be thankful for not many people live in peace and joy, and much less hope!

Paul said in his letter to the philippians, I have learnt the secret of being contented, be it in plenty or in want. Perhaps it takes someone who has been through the harsh reality of life and yet, holding fast to the promises and love of God to understand contentment. Such an attitude though seemed unattainable , I will continue to wrestle till I can stand up to it. I'm thankful for God's message on the "secret of contentment" as I spent time reflecting on his goodness.