Didn't managed to write anything in a week...came down with high fever last saturday.Was on MC for 2 days and was told to do a blood test if the fever didn't come down. It did and I went back to work on Wednesday. Started to develop a rash on Thursday and when I went to see the doctor he insisted that I do a blood test. The platelet count was below normal and he suspected that it was dengue. So...no choice. Had to go down to A&E at Tan Tock Seng to have a second blood test. The results confirmed that it was dengue. Today's blood test shows that the platelet count is on the rise and I should be back to normal.
The events of the last few days were still a big blur but one thing I still cannot comprehend - how can you be rendered so helpless by a mere mosquito! Sigh!
Thank God for His mercies and that He watches over our every move.
Saturday, August 25, 2007
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
A Gracious Heart
Last night's WIN was no ordinary event. Pastor shared on false teachings and warned of spiritual attacks coming on the church from the devil. The sharing was followed by a spiritual cleansing event where we broke into groups and did a spiritual walk throughout the whole church.
During the worship,the Lord impressed on me the word "Gracious". I knew that the Lord is gracious and compassionate, but I didn't see the connection. I look up the instances in the Bible where the word " gracious" was used and came across 1 Peter 2:1-3
Therefore, laying aside all malice, all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and all evil speaking, 2 as newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby, 3 if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is gracious. ( NKJV )
Since we have tasted that the Lord Jesus is gracious, we ought to lay aside all the malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy and all evil speaking ( or slander ) and crave after the word of God like new born babes, so that we may improve in grace and the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour. These sins, if left unchecked can both destroy our love and hinder the efficacy of the word, and consequently they prevent our regeneration.
My exhortation is that as we continue to grow deeper into His grace and taste his goodness in all his providences, we must take care to guard our hearts against those sins above so that the church could stand united and be lifted up, not divided and open to attacks from the evil one.
During the worship,the Lord impressed on me the word "Gracious". I knew that the Lord is gracious and compassionate, but I didn't see the connection. I look up the instances in the Bible where the word " gracious" was used and came across 1 Peter 2:1-3
Therefore, laying aside all malice, all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and all evil speaking, 2 as newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby, 3 if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is gracious. ( NKJV )
Since we have tasted that the Lord Jesus is gracious, we ought to lay aside all the malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy and all evil speaking ( or slander ) and crave after the word of God like new born babes, so that we may improve in grace and the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour. These sins, if left unchecked can both destroy our love and hinder the efficacy of the word, and consequently they prevent our regeneration.
My exhortation is that as we continue to grow deeper into His grace and taste his goodness in all his providences, we must take care to guard our hearts against those sins above so that the church could stand united and be lifted up, not divided and open to attacks from the evil one.
Monday, August 13, 2007
A New Ministry?
My wife was all excited about meeting up with her classmates of some 30 years ago. It is again a chance meeting because one of her friends came down to Singapore to visit her mum who is in hospital and they arranged to meet at the hospital canteen itself. 30 years is a long time....sometime I wonder why it take us so long for each of us to catch up. Caught up with our own life to live, I supposed. The good thing is that all have continued to persevere in the faith and are active in their own church.
Today, I met with Joe for lunch. One of his focus now is to rebuild relationship with friends of old that was somehow lost. Somehow I felt the Lord is leading us into a new area of ministry -that of rebuilding old relationship and helping those who has been with us in the past, but ended up at the wayside.
In an earlier post, I have mentioned that Rick also felt the same call in this ministry. It will truly be a beginning of sorts...and I believe that as we continue to seek the Lord's direction, He will put it very clearly in our hearts to begin the work....that of rebuilding lost relationships.
Hebrews 10:24,25
And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching. (NKJV)
Today, I met with Joe for lunch. One of his focus now is to rebuild relationship with friends of old that was somehow lost. Somehow I felt the Lord is leading us into a new area of ministry -that of rebuilding old relationship and helping those who has been with us in the past, but ended up at the wayside.
In an earlier post, I have mentioned that Rick also felt the same call in this ministry. It will truly be a beginning of sorts...and I believe that as we continue to seek the Lord's direction, He will put it very clearly in our hearts to begin the work....that of rebuilding lost relationships.
Hebrews 10:24,25
And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching. (NKJV)
Friday, August 10, 2007
The Grace Gospel
A fellow blogger and brother-in-christ was recently asked to step down from his leadership position in church because of his belief in the teachings of Pastor Joseph Prince of the New Creation Church (NCC). Although I do not know the circumstances surrounding this ( I only read it in his blog), my curiousity is again aroused.
Often times I have heard of youths from my church making a beeline for NCC. This happened to my cell member's son as well as my own son who is now attending NCC. Although I welcome his move to NCC with open arms, I am somewhat perplexed by what I am hearing about the teachings, especially when the church leadership is taking notice and coming down hard on it.
So, where should I start?....The next best thing is to read Pastor Prince's book "Destined to Reign", which happened to be available at home (bought by Michael with my money, of course ).
I am already half way through....will post an update on my findings soon.
Thursday, August 9, 2007
Have you heard of Kolo Mee?
We were looking for a place for lunch at Vivocity when this restaurant "Famous Sarawak Kolo Mee" caught my eye. It was supposed to be the sarawak version of our Wonton Mee. Being a diehard fan of Wonton Mee, I was naturally attracted to it. Wow! It didn't disappoint. It was better than the the local version.
Kolo Mee is different - it is like instant noodles but taste much better. The portion is just right but the price is a bit steep - S$6/- for a bowl. Must find someplace that sell it at coffee shop prices. Then probably can bring my brother-in-law to try it.
Kolo Mee is different - it is like instant noodles but taste much better. The portion is just right but the price is a bit steep - S$6/- for a bowl. Must find someplace that sell it at coffee shop prices. Then probably can bring my brother-in-law to try it.
Wednesday, August 8, 2007
The "C" Word Again
A dear brother in christ broke the news that he is going for surgery to remove a growth in his liver. The doctor suspected that it is malignant as blood test result shows positive for the cancer marker.
The irony of the whole episode is that we were just about to get together for a good time of fellowship after many years of not being able to come together for whatever reasons. I believe God has provided this divine appointment for us to be able to render spiritual support to our brother at his hour of need.
It is at this time that the church rally around him and his family - to intercede, to give our support in whatever ways so that he, by the grace of God, will be able to sail through this storm, or giant in his life and emerge victorious.
Will post an update soon......
The irony of the whole episode is that we were just about to get together for a good time of fellowship after many years of not being able to come together for whatever reasons. I believe God has provided this divine appointment for us to be able to render spiritual support to our brother at his hour of need.
It is at this time that the church rally around him and his family - to intercede, to give our support in whatever ways so that he, by the grace of God, will be able to sail through this storm, or giant in his life and emerge victorious.
Will post an update soon......
The Ultimate Sacrifice
Have been following closely the plight of the 23 South Korean Christians in the news. Amidst numerous emails and SMSs calling for intercessory prayer for their well being, 2 of them has now been killed and the negotiators are not nearer an agreement to secure their release as when they have started.
Some may be asking, "why does the Lord not save them if He has indeed called them into Afghanistan?".
This episode brings stark reminder of our calling from the Lord to follow Him, even unto death. We have read in the Bible of many who have died a martyr's death. Throughout history, many have laid down their lives for the cause.
Jim Elliot, the missionary to the indians who was killed wrote in his journal : "He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose.". Such is the motivation of men and women who has been so transformed by the Lord that they are willing to go into the danger zones, just so that some souls could come to know the Lord.
So, what is the lesson here?
While every effort is taken to ensure that safety is taken care of, only He can determine how our lives will end. If He calls, our job is to obey, even to the point that it may result in death.
Far be it that this will deter would be missionaries into the mission fields. As I believe, they know what they are looking for....and it is not of this world!
Some may be asking, "why does the Lord not save them if He has indeed called them into Afghanistan?".
This episode brings stark reminder of our calling from the Lord to follow Him, even unto death. We have read in the Bible of many who have died a martyr's death. Throughout history, many have laid down their lives for the cause.
Jim Elliot, the missionary to the indians who was killed wrote in his journal : "He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose.". Such is the motivation of men and women who has been so transformed by the Lord that they are willing to go into the danger zones, just so that some souls could come to know the Lord.
So, what is the lesson here?
While every effort is taken to ensure that safety is taken care of, only He can determine how our lives will end. If He calls, our job is to obey, even to the point that it may result in death.
Far be it that this will deter would be missionaries into the mission fields. As I believe, they know what they are looking for....and it is not of this world!
Meeting of Old Friends...a new beginning?
Had dinner last week with Joe and Rick again. Hmm....didn't meet for 1 year and all of a sudden...2 meetings in 2 months and 1 more scheduled for next month. We had big plans...this time we will be inviting a few more friends to join us. It will be a reunion of sorts. After all, we have not met some of them for years.
It will be an opportunity to catch up on one another. Most importantly, is to give each other an opportunity to take stock of our lives and give encouragement, help to one another as we journey through the straight and narrow gate of our christian life. (Hebrews 10:24,25). Anything short of this will be a gossip session ( as my wife used to say).
Rick is feeling that "A great gathering movement and revival" is going to take place. Again the word "Revival" pops up. PLMC has been praying for revival since last year. Tangible results are seen ..God is going to do much more than we ever imagine in PLMC and I believe He will also continue to work in this small group of ours.
Can't wait till next month....
And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching. Hebrews 10:24,25 (NKJV)
It will be an opportunity to catch up on one another. Most importantly, is to give each other an opportunity to take stock of our lives and give encouragement, help to one another as we journey through the straight and narrow gate of our christian life. (Hebrews 10:24,25). Anything short of this will be a gossip session ( as my wife used to say).
Rick is feeling that "A great gathering movement and revival" is going to take place. Again the word "Revival" pops up. PLMC has been praying for revival since last year. Tangible results are seen ..God is going to do much more than we ever imagine in PLMC and I believe He will also continue to work in this small group of ours.
Can't wait till next month....
And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching. Hebrews 10:24,25 (NKJV)
It's WIN Every Tuesday Night
WIN....the acronym for Worship and Intercession Night. It never cease to excite me as I look forward to spending 2 hours every Tuesday night in the Chapel....singing, worshipping, listening and interceding for and on behalf of the church. God never disappoints! He made His presence felt in so many different ways.....the joy..the peace..the stillness...the repentant heart...you never know what comes next! That's why sometimes it strikes fear in people's heart. The fear of the unknown....
WIN was started in PLMC as a prayer meeting 2 years ago for the cell church conference but slowly became a permanent fixture in PLMC's calender. It refused to be extinguished because the people hungered for more of God....more than 200 strong each week.
Why do I want to go? Well...It's a heart matter...
Psalms 84:10 and 27:4 sums it all up :
"One day in your temple is better than a thousand anywhere else. I would rather serve in your house, than live in the homes of the wicked. " (CEV)
"One thing I have desired of the Lord, That will I seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord All the days of my life, To behold the beauty of the Lord, And to inquire in His temple. " (NKJV)
WIN was started in PLMC as a prayer meeting 2 years ago for the cell church conference but slowly became a permanent fixture in PLMC's calender. It refused to be extinguished because the people hungered for more of God....more than 200 strong each week.
Why do I want to go? Well...It's a heart matter...
Psalms 84:10 and 27:4 sums it all up :
"One day in your temple is better than a thousand anywhere else. I would rather serve in your house, than live in the homes of the wicked. " (CEV)
"One thing I have desired of the Lord, That will I seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord All the days of my life, To behold the beauty of the Lord, And to inquire in His temple. " (NKJV)
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