Trust in Him

This friday we had our pastor speak to us during our fellowship.. It was themed "Trusting God during your exams".... so here's a summary of what he said (I think it's really relevent for those who are still in exams!! nod nod)

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. " Proverbs 3:5-6

What does "TRUST" mean?
Well it's like pigs rolling around in mud. Yup, you read right... a pig rolling around in mud and getting dirty EVERYWHERE....

Pigs love to get dirty. Since they love mud sooo much, they want to cover their whole body (every spot possible) in mud. Similarly, trusting in God means to cover yourself in Him. It doesn't mean to cover simply a small part of your body with Him, it's every single part, every possible area in your life, your school life, your family relationships, your friendships, your love life, your career, you dreams, EVERYTHING!

"In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat— for he grants sleep to those he loves." Psalm 127:2

God created us for a specific sleeping pattern. It's not healthy to rise TOO early nor is it good to sleep to late (or for some people.. to not sleep at all). Sleeping means to let your body rest and gain energy to be used for daily chores. Sleeping is an essential part of your life! If you screw up your sleeping cycle, you will be restless, anxious, easily tempered, and you won't be able to concentrate as well.

"but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Isaiah 40:31

During your exam period, or any stressful period, HOPE in God.

What does HOPE mean?
It comes from the root word, "braid" or "wrap". Basically, to hope in God means to braid yourself around Him and thus your strength will be renewed!

Something interesting --> Look at the sequence of the verse... the author starts with fly, when run and lastly walk. Isn't it more logical to flip the sequence around and start from walking to running and lastly flying?? Well in fact, sometimes flying is much easier than walking. For example, when there's a huge rainfall, is it easier to fly or to walk? Definitely FLY! God gives us what's best for us and blesses us with much more than what we would expect!

Lastly, hope in God needs patience. You need to sometimes wait and simply trust in God's timing!

Are you ready to give up your life to God? Are you ready to trust in Him? Are you ready to hope in Him?

Exams are over!

haha i'm done my last year of high school's exams! I will truly miss high school...i still can't imagine that i'm graduating and going to university!! =)

New Record

hahaha i finally broke my record for spamming.. i don't know why i'm rejoicing but it's rather fun to see how much bulk I can get in 2 weeks!!

haha 625 bulk mail!! hahahaha... this is a rather good stress reliever... to laugh... *new discovery of the day*

ohh and I also learned a new chinese saying... but i forgot how it sounds like.....one day... i'll never have my western accent when speaking chinese..... be prepared everyone!! muhahahaha

Life is sooo SWEET

ooo i'm sooo happy despite exams!! Praise the Lord!!

So.. let's see... what made my life so sweet?

First, I finally have a summer job! YEAH! I didn't think that I would actually get one and even thought of giving up searching. So when I resolved to volunteer this whole summer, I got a call... and I'm working @ the theatres!! surprise!! surprise!! The first thing I did was praise God and give Him thanks! He is good, indeed!

Second, even though we had our last CF meeting (the year-end celebration), I'm so glad that I've made brothers and sisters in Christ, whom I know will support me and encourage me forever! God has created a special and unique bond between us and I know He is working through us everyday!! Praise the Lord!

Third, I'm going to Western. My heart is set there and I've already meet people there who are willing to help me during my high school-university transition! God truly provides His love and always showers us with His blessings!

Fourth, I'm teaching summer sunday school (Grade 7) @ my church and i'm loving every moment. Even though there is a lot of preparation to do, but God gave me the heart to dig deep into His Word and to share my discoveries to the kids... actually i shouldn't call them "kids", it's "teens"! =) Through the pre-study and preparations, I've learned so much about the Bible (especially the beginning of the CHURCH) and I am constantly learning about the Holy Spirit and I am trying to grasp the awesome-ness of the Holy Spirit and God's love. My prayer for the teens is to have the passion to share God's Word to their friends and to WANT to discover God on a daily basis.

Fifth, God definitely is a loving God! Throughout my high school life, I've learned so much, I've built so many friendships and love. I went from knowing hardly anyone to having many many loving friends who care and love me! God truly is faithful and He is LOVE!

I'm so amazed at how God reveals himself through the circumstances He has put me into. I'm glad to go through them because then, I wouldn't be as happy as now!

God is good, all the time!

"Draw near to God and He will draw near to you." James 4:8 (NKJV)

Life Long Lessons

So today we had this CF workshop planned by CF committee for the future CF committee. At first, there was only one person who showed up (a little disappointed), then more and more people came! Praise the Lord, we went from "it's ok, there's a least one person, don't worry" to "yeah, let's get roollllinnnnngggg!!"

So we acted out our skits. I learned that i cannot improvise! =) But we can all act for sure!!

So here are some things I've learned while serving in Christian Fellowship...

1. Don't be afraid of making mistakes! Life is a learning process... we make mistakes, we learn from them and we develop greater character to further God's kingdom.

2. Be prepared for anything. During any kind of programs, be expected to face challenges you've never seen nor ever hoped to encounter. Learn to adapt quickly and learn to lean on God.

3. It's not an obligation to serve God, it should be a WANT. It should be something you WANT to fulfill. It's where your heart is set and where your passion grows.

4. Sometimes, awkward silence is necessary in a group discussion. It allows people to think, to ponder and to dig deep into their heart. When no one seems to respond (even after a LONG awkward silence), take the initiative to share. Sharing your personal experience first starts a chain reaction.... and *bam* the discussion gets rolling.

5. Don't focus on the program nor the result from the program. Our focus is towards God. He is our ONLY audience. We need to constantly build an intimate relationship with Him and constantly walk the walk.

Basically, to summarize everything, TRUST in God during any kinds of circumstances, whether it be at school, during a bible study, during worship, when evangelizing, when spreading God's word. What's most important is where you heart lies. What is your driving force? Do you have a God-centered life? Who's your audience?

Final note:

Thank you Michelle, Keith, Julia and Cecilia and Mrs. Wong for making my CF experience beyond words! I have learned so much from you guys and you've blessed me with so much joy and love! Thank you! Our friendships will never fade, instead they will strengthen with time! Even though we are all heading towards different universities, our bond will never break! We'll still support each other!! yosh!!

Thank you all the CF people for showing up and for opening up during discussions. Thank you for just the smiles you've brought to my face and your presence has made a difference in my life everytime!

Tomorrow will be our last CF meeting, but God created sooooo many bonds that will last forever. He's created them, He will be with us ALWAYS!

"The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." Deuteronomy 31:8