John 4:48

"Unless you people see miraculous signs and wonders," Jesus told him, "you will never believe." John 4:48. I preached about this verse during SOT.. it was one of my best sermons I preached.. God impressed this verse deeply in my spirit since then.. Believe 2010 will be a year of miracles and healing.. People will begin to see the power of God at work and touched by His love for them.. Amen! 1 day to 2010.. woo..

Jehovah Jireh

Indeed God is my Provider.. When I tendered my resignation 2 months ago, I knew that I will lose my 13mth bonus for this year.. but I believe God is my Provider! True enough, when I got my pay for this month, my ex-company pays me the extra 10 over days leave. On top of that, my new company still pays me the remaining days of this month. Add all together, it adds up to one month of pay = 13 mth bonus! Woo.. God is good..

As I sowed faithfully in tithes and offerings this year, God will surely bless me back abundantly.. God is my Jehovah Jireh, not just in head knowledge, but deep inside my spirit as a BIG REVELATION, unshakeable TRUTH! Believe 2010 will be a year of financial breakthrough.. because God is El Shaddai - God of more than enough!! Amen!

New week

Xmas coming.. so happy.. had 4 consecutive days of xmas eating.. growing fat.. Going to my new job.. Pray for the favor of man and anointing from God.. Jia you!

Obedience

Last Sunday service was really powerful.. Dr John Avanzini did not teach about his fav topic - biblical economics. Instead, he teaches one of the most basics in Christian life - obedience to God.
3 teachings which impacted me the most.

1) We have angels who work and help us whenever we need. Bible says at the voice of the Word, we can command the angels to overcome the devil and any obstacles! Angels are like servants who are sent by God to help us!
2) We are made in the image and likeness of God. God has called us to rule as kings and inherit everything that He has!
3) But the most important teaching was that we must obey God and do what He has called us to do! He said something which left a deep mark in our heart - If God has saved us from hell, why cant we just obey Him?

The fear of God just gripped my heart that time.. Indeed, God has saved us from the curse of sin and gave us eternal life to rule and reign with Him. Why can't we just obey and listen to Him for this short life time?

New level

Preparing myself to go up to new level next year!

1) Career - 3 more weeks before I go over to my new company.. must train myself to be a leader in my worpkplace..

2) Ministry - Believe God will use me to impact more lives and train up new people for my ministry!

3) Cellgroup - Continue to pray for CG breakthrough and LOVE & UNITY IN W347! Train up members to become leaders!

4) Evangelism - Share the gospel BOLDLY to eveyone I know. Vision to be a healing evangelist! Start to speak confidently and win souls every day, every week, every month & every year!

5) Spiritual growth - Exercise the spiritual gifts of the Spirit -personally desire the word of prophecy, discerning of spirits and the gift of healing! Need hard work! Praying and fasting!

Believe in a new breakthrough in 2010!

Miss playing soccer

I was watching tv when suddenly an advertisement caught my attention - Singapore vs Thailand, LIVE on channel 5 this Sat evening! Yeah.. can watch the match at the comfort of my home.. Was thinking how Singapore is going to win Thailand by 2 goals.. still remember the first soccer match I watched was the World Cup 1990 final - West Germany vs Argentina. Not to forget the memorable Malaysia Cup days where I watched Singapore soccer team at the National Stadium..

I could still recall the first time I started playing soccer in Primary 6. Played the 1st football match on field after my PSLE. Played defender and jersey number 12. We won 6-4 in that match! Very happy.. Subsequently, during sec school, played soccer on and off. Bought my 1st soccer boots and jersey when I was 14. But it was when I reached JC, that I developed a deep liking in playing soccer! I played soccer almost everyday, even during exams.. Even had a memorable inter-class soccer tournament where we beat the favourites on penalties and reached the quarter-final. My favourite team - Team B, which we concentrate on defending and wasting time in clearing balls as far as possible.. Haha

I was at the top of my game when I was in army. I can dribble all the way and score goals on my own - my friends gave me a nickname called Jack Fake, cos I can do lots of tricks and fakes with the ball. However, I tore my right knee ligament while playing soccer in army. But thank God, it was a partial tear and it healed itself. When I reached university, I began to play soccer again every weekend with my JC friends. I was enjoying soccer again until I got injured while working in temp job. It was a full ligament tear.. I was devastated. I went knee operation twice and MC for 4 months. I thought I could not play soccer again.

But thank God, I picked myself up again and played soccer again. I was really happy that I can play soccer again, even in non-competitive soccer.. Then just 5 months ago, I injured my right knee again. My ligament was intact but I tore my menicus. Went through operation again and 1 month MC. I decided to stop playing soccer and "retire"at 30. It was one of the most painful and saddest decisions in my life.. Those were the days where I can dribble the ball, do a few fakes and score spectacular goals. No more Jack Fake.. Even now, when I climbed up the stairs, I could feel abit pain in my knee, as half of my knee menicus is gone.. I wish I can play soccer again, even kick a soccer ball.. Maybe one day my knee menicus is restored back to original and I can play soccer with my JC frens.. Really miss soccer... to play in a match again.. for one last time..

My Sister's Keeper

Yesterday I watched one of the most touching movies ever in my life - My Sister's Keeper. The show relates about a couple who was living happily with their young son and 2-year old daughter Kate until they learnt that Kate had leukemia. The parents' only hope was to conceive another child, genetrically made to save Kate's life. For some, such genetic engineering would raise both moral and ethinical questions, but for the parents, they have no choice but to do whatever it takes to keep Kate alive and at the expense of the new child, Anna.

Since young, Anna has been giving blood platelets to Kate regularly in order to keep her alive. That involved the painful medical procedures and hospital stays for both of them.. Throughout the show, the family stuck close together to help Kate live a happy life as much as possible and lessen her pain. To cut the long story short, Kate lost the battle in the end and in a way, relieved the long-going pain and trauma for the whole family. Anna was her sister's keeper by keeping her sister alive.. The movie was very special to me.. It brought back past memories of my own sister being diagnosed with leukemia when she was young..

Very often in my hospital visits, I saw my sister gone through the painful chemotherapy treatment and having after effects like vomiting, loss of hair and weight.. Not just the physical torture, but emotionally, she felt depressed and became isolated. Throughout the show, I broke down many times and teared continuously at the similar incidents my sister had to go through.. But praise God, Jesus healed her completely and she is able to live normally until now.. Whenever I thought of this healing testimony, I am forever grateful that Jesus healed my sister and subsequently my family turned to Christ.. Jesus was My Sister's Keeper then and till now, He is still my Sister's Keeper!

Vision from God

Had this vision in 2004.. always kept in my heart

I was a beggar on the street, Jesus picked me up and told me to follow Him. I decided to follow Him and He brought me to a beautiful open field. He pointed to the top of the mountain and asked me if I want to follow Him there. He warned me of the obstacles ahead - dark forests and narrow paths.. I said "Yes" and followed Him. Just before we entered into the dark forest, I got distracted by beautiful flowers along the open field.. I stood there, captivated by the flowers.. Jesus shouted at me, Come on Jack, don't lose sight of me..

So we went into the dark forest and I could not see and walk properly. Jesus held my hand and gave me light to walk though the darkness. He showed me something - people circling round and round the forest. They could not find the way out as it was dark.. Jesus told me to bring them out and walked together with us. As we went deeper, we found more people and brought them out. The journey was tough and full of obstacles. I began to lose faith and complain about the tough journey.

I recalled before we went into the dark forest, I saw some people walking up the mountain top. Their paths were easier and without much obstacles. I asked Jesus why do they have easier paths to the mountain top while I need to go through the tough forests. Then He told me the way to the kingdom of God is through the narrow way. It will make you stronger and withstand difficulties & temptations. The easier way may not be the way to heaven.. So I hung on and kept on walking, bringing more lost people along.. Finally, we reached the mountain top and He showed me the gate of heaven..

Then I woke up from this vision and thank God for this vision in my life. Now I asked myself - at which stage of journey am I at? Am I still at the open field, looking at beautiful girls? Or am I now at the dark forest, bringing lost souls for Christ? Or am I complaining to Christ about the tough Christian walk, compared to the world's luxuries? Time is running out.. We don't have much time left to do what God has called us to do...

Book Of Job

I was really impacted by this week sermon on the Book of Job. Pastor Kong preaches about the unparallel sufferings of Job and how he overcomes this ordeal to become a better and stronger man. Sometimes, when bad things happen or persist, we tend to blame God for not hearing our prayers.. But we need to move up to a new level to be mature sons and daugthers of God and trust His heart though we don't see His hand.

God is really the master Potter and moulds us (we are the clay) to be the ideal shape He orginally plans. We need to be broken and allow Him to mould and shape us through trials and tribulations (fire). After the fire, we will be as pure as gold and stronger to handle difficult situations! God is so good! woo..

Mooncake Festival

Every year I try to stay home at night to celebrate mooncake festival.. One thing is that my family can get together to eat mooncakes. Another one is really the real reason - EAT! woo.. I can eat my favourite mooncakes - all kinds of flavour.. and enjoy chinese tea and cooked yam with soya sauce. On earth as it is on heaven.. Feel like raptured into 3rd heaven! I SIMPLY LOVE MOONCAKE FESTIVAL.. WOO..

Stalker being stalked

I have to confess that I used to be a stalker during my younger days. Quite a pro stalker too.. But now the reverse happens.. I am now stalked by an unknown person. Sms me "Forever yours always :)" yesterday night. My goodness.. the worst thing will be that the person is a guy.. faint.. Anyway, I am reaping what I have sowed last time.. The Stalker is being stalked now..

A brand new week

A brand new week, a brand new day! I have crossed the 30 mark! Older, wiser and definitely hansem-er. Today go watch movie, buy clothes, meet da jie, then go wedding. Totally blown off by God love during sunday preaching. Book of Jonah paints a beautiful picture of God enduring love for us.. Jia you.. keep serving, keep loving, keep on keeping on..

Birthday Wish 2009

My birthday wishes are..
1) Win at least one lost soul to Christ every year
(top priority - Dad's salvation)
2) Cellgroup and ministry breakthrough
3) To be among the best in my career
4) Looking for Jill
5) Fulfil God's calling in my life - Luke 4:18.
P.H.D = Preaching, Healing & Deliverance

Miss U

U are the only gal who makes me laugh until cramp

U are the only gal who talks and laughs louder than me

U are the only gal who shouts my name at the top of your voice

U are the only gal who possess the art of self-entertainment

U are the only gal who is as crazy as me

U who brought me so many sweet memories..

PS: U told me the happy gal who loves to smile and laughs like crazy has died already..

6 days to rapture

6 more days to rapture..

I may see the Lord for a while on that day (just hoping.. haha)

Anyway, going to enjoy the 3 day holiday and attend ken n qin wedding

Not to forget --> Its the day of rapture.. going to watch movies.. gai gai.. play games..

but for the next 4 days, I need to slog through my busy work.. Jia you!

Sick..

Feeling sick.. Body aching.. neck pain.. pray i be fine soon..

3 day MC... i am going to have the nickname as MC king..

Ah Yat

Yesterday had a great time eating at Ah Yat Abalone restaurant. The main contractor for Iluma gave us a treat - we had abalone, shark fin, crabs and many more delicacies.. Woo.. Can sing ktv & chit chat while we eat.. Anyway, the Iluma link-bridge is on schedule to finish works by November and open to public during Christmas! Pray there will be no more delay! Cheers!

My Magic

Yesterday I watched a great show on Okto channel 10pm. It was about a troubled magician who had problems making a living and taking care of his son. Though the show was in tamil, I was so touched by the plot of the story.

Because of his son, the father decided to go back to his old magician days and earn big bucks for his son's education. To cut long story short, the father in the end died becos of the injury sustained and the boy was left alone, with big sum of money left behind. I cant stop but teared at the tragic end.. One of the best show ever watched.. 4.5/5

Pondering

Thinking of my long-term future..

should I go into my interest designing or stay in my current job?

Need God to guide me..

One more month to rapture...

Happy Weekend

After a horrible week at work, its good to have a 3 day holiday.. And many programs lined up for the weekends..

Starting saturday - Visit ex-colleagues, before going Steph n Justin house for dinner, then go sing ktv with jc frens..

Sunday - Normal Sunday service followed by fellowship.. watch movie or go gai gai probably.. then go isaiah house watch Charity Shield match between ManU and Chelsea..

Monday - wake up late, afternoon go sing ktv again with my clients and then go eat dinner..

Need to unwind and enjoy the precious 3 day holidays! Cheers

Because of You

Because of You I was born again
Because of You I’m ransomed by Your grace
Because of You My heart has found a home
A refuge for my soul

Because of You Sins are washed away
Because of You Heaven knows my name
Because of You I can live again
You’ve broken every chain

(Chorus)
Unfailing Love, so unreserved
You gave Yourself on Calvary
And now I stand, forever free
My Saviour rescued me.

(Bridge)
Now heaven, be open
Our God is, unshaken
We worship, Christ risen, High above
All kingdoms, all nations
Declare that “You are God”

Joshua 3:5

Still remember God told me this verse in 2003..

Joshua 3:5
And Joshua said to the people, “Sanctify yourselves, for tomorrow the LORD will do wonders among you.”

Consecrating and preparing myself for my ministry ahead..

Tired

Today after lunch, already feel very tired.. went meeting at 230pm.. the meeting was so long until 7 plus.. dozed off a few times.. faint.. must sleep early tonight for tomorrow overnight prayer meeting.. zzz

Amazed..

Last Sunday, I went to dan and noelle wedding.. I knew Dan during NTU days.. he is a nice brother, always jio me to eat and fellowship together.. Really happy to see him getting married! During the wedding, a lady came up to sing for the couple.. Wah I was blown away by her powerful voice! She is really good.. can play guitar and perform on stage very well.. After the wedding, I went to ask my good pal Victor to find out who this lady is.. He told me that she is from his cellgroup! Really amazed by her singing.. think she can join singapore idol! Look forward to meet this sister in church someday..

Identity in Christ

Dr Bernard preached a great sermon on saturday!

1) He began his preaching by quoting Matthew 4:1 where Jesus was tempted by the devil in the wilderness. Jesus overcome the devil by quoting "The Scripture says" 3 times.. Likewise, we christians need to confess the Word more often and believe in the POWER of God! The Word of God is the only authority we have over the devil!

2) Jesus knew His identity in God and His destiny very well. The devil attacked His identity by challenging Him to turn stones into bread, jump off the cliff and to bow down before him. But Jesus was not moved and rebuked the devil instead. Likewise, we christians need to know our standing and identity in CHRIST to overcome the devil's wiles!

3) Dr Bernard also explained the meaning of idolatory - symbols that take away our attention from God. People worship idols to seek security and meaning in life! The only way to seek genuine security and meaning in life is really to put Jesus as our Lord and Savior all the time!

4) He also gave a good definition of FAITH - it is the reasoned trust in God, while DOUBT is the reason not to trust God! The devil knows that our faith is an powerful tool to unleash God power in our life, hence he will try all ways to attack our FAITH! Hence, we need to increase our FAITH and put our total trust in God!

It was really a powerful service.. Words alone cannot explain the revelations that God gave to me that saturday! But there is one word to describe Dr Bernard preaching -simply MIND-BLOWING! Woo..

Growing fat

It has been really a "fat" week for me.. I had chongqing steamboat with victor, japanese food with jamie, ikea western food with choryong and lastly, pasta & pizza with my client.. Could feel my tummy growing bigger like 5 month pregnant! Must start to eat less next week to balance my sinful eating..

High tech Jap Restaurant

Today went to Iluma with my mum and sister to celebrate belated birthday for my sister. As I am the engineer for this building, I showed my family the special aspects of the building and how I toiled for one whole year to finish the project. We went to the famous japanese restaurant called Ebisboshi Shotengai. It is a combination of 7 jap restaurants combined into one big one, concept similar to Marche. I was quite encaptured by the design of the restaurant, colourful and very olden japanese.

We went in and ordered a few dishes. One of the special thing which amazes me was the auto self order device on each table. You can order the dish simply by scanning on the menu and sending the order directly to the kitchens.. w/o any waitress help. Woo.. very efficient and high tech..

The food was great and the ambience was very nice (the aircon, lighting, mech services designed by me.. ops.. abit of self-advertisement.. haha) Enjoy my precious quality time with my family.. After eating, we walked around the shopping mall and stayed at the arcade for some time.. After one hour, we decided to go home as my legs are getting the toll of it.. But we enjoyed the food and window-shopping together.. hehe..

Step by step

God is a good God.. He reveals His plan to us bit by bit. step by step.. Sometimes, we are too impatient and wants God to reveal everything to us.. But God has His wonderful timing.. Step by step, we can see God unfolding His master plan, and though sometimes we dont understand, but we can trust God that His master plan will be a beautiful jig saw puzzle coming into place..

Christ the Wisdom

1 Corinthians 1:18-25
For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. For it is written: "I will destroy the wisdom of the wise; the intelligence of the intelligent I will frustrate."
Where is the wise man? Where is the scholar? Where is the philosopher of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world? For since in the wisdom of God the world through its wisdom did not know him, God was pleased through the foolishness of what was preached to save those who believe. Jews demand miraculous signs and Greeks look for wisdom, but we preach Christ crucified: a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles, but to those whom God has called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. For the foolishness of God is wiser than man's wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than man's strength.

Primary school friend

Recently, I met up with my good primary school friend, Suketu, at my friend's wedding. It has been more than a decade since we last met. Still remember he came all the way from India with his mother and sister and he went to the same class as me in Primary 4. I was the first one to introduce myself to him, after that, we just clicked like a good old friend.

As he stays in Tanjong Rhu, which is near my place, we often hung out together in the neighbourhood and played soccer. The highlight was when I went over his house with a group of friends to watch Malaysia Cup soccer. He prepared probably the best french fries I ever had in my life, all by himself. The black pepper and spices that he added was so good that I feel like flying after eating.. To cap a happy evening, Singapore won.. We jumped and hugged together to celebrate the win..

After primary 6, we went on separate ways and he was posted to Bedok View Sec. Though we stayed quite near, I did not meet him at all until recently.. He is now happily married and will move to his new house in Hougang in Oct. He is also doing well in his job, being the General Manager of the Singapore Hockey Federation. I was quite sad when I learnt that his mum passed away last year and he is now staying with his sister. He is a strong man though, he supports his family when studying and even went Australia to get his degree in economics. Really had a great time, catching up with him and drinking beer together.. Below is the photo I took with him when I got the priviledge to be the 1st person to sit in his new car.. Cheers!

Thorn in the flesh

Tmr start work again.. after a month of MC. Knee still feel abit sore and pain at times.. Cant walk smoothly though.. pray that God will heal me supernaturally tonight when I sleep, that I can walk smoothly to work.. Been reading Pastor Kong daily devotion "thorn in the flesh".

It really impacted me.. that God has a purpose and plan for everything.. Apostle Paul wanted God to take away the thorn in his flesh as it is affecting his ministry.. But God did not take it away, and instead told him that “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness”. God wants Paul to be totally dependent on Him and allow this thorn to persist in his life.

Sometimes, we think that God is so unfair to allow certain bad things to happen in our lives.. but indeed God has better purpose and plan for our lives.. His ways are higher than our ways, though we may suffer in this life time, God is moulding our character and preparing us for eternity! Praise the LORD forever..

Make everyday count!

Today, a japanese anime caught my attention. Initially, I did not take notice of this cartoon as I was running through the channels if there are any nice shows.. A sentence of a cartoon caught my attention. A female student told a male gangster to stop wasting time and start making everyday count! wah.. it is like God speaking to me through the cartoon. Since I injured my knee on 18th may (one month already), I have been staying home, resting and not doing anything fruitful.. Guilty of wasting precious time God has given to me.. One more week to go before I start work again, lets make our everyday count and meaningful!

Another week of MC

Today went doctor review.. doctor wanted to give me another month of mc.. i told him it may affect my work and told him to give me 1 week of mc and 3 weeks of light duty instead.. in addition, i start my sports physio on friday.. anyway i am doing my office work at home.. still stressed over my work.. sianz.. pray God will lift this burden away from me..

Headache

Big big headache for my work..

Really hate to do accounts..
(Thats why i am an engineer, not accountant)

Client wants to close final account for my project Iluma asap and some accounts of work done need to be verified by me. Faint..

When I saw the email sent by my colleague, the amount of work for me is unbelievable, can pile up as high as Mount Everest.

Use the bible verse Mat 21:21 - Speak to the mountain, be removed and be cast into the sea!

I pray for that mountain to be removed and be cast into the sea! Headache..

2 more weeks

Due to my knee injury (exact date of injury - 17 May 09), I was on medical leave till 13th June 09. I will be back to work on 15th June 09 (Monday).

2 weeks has passed. 2 more weeks left.

Things to do for remaining 2 weeks
1) Practise calligraphy
2) Read Bible / SOT notes
3) Call old friends and disturb them
4) Watch movies

Work from home

Yesterday finally accessed to my company email.. Lots of arrows and emails flying around.. faint.. My poor director have to cover for me.. and the client wants immediate action from my company.. So as a responsible engineer, I told my director to deliver some of the work to my house, so that I can work from home and clear some of the outstanding stuff.. have to work even on MC.

On the bright side, I try walking without clutch today with no pain.. just abit stiff.. have to be careful of my leg though.. anyway, believe quick and complete HEALING from God! Jia you..

Slowly walking

Today clean my wounds.. 3 more scars on my right leg.. but they are closing up and healing..

tomorrow i shall start walking slowly with one clutch and maybe w/o clutch..

try to exercise my right leg.. the muscle seem to shrink after out of action for 10 days..

Believe that I will be walking again soon..

HEALING

Confess healing in my life..

By His stripes, we were HEALED!
He has taken away ALL our sicknesses and bore ALL our infirmities
He is the LORD who heals me.

MC till 13th June

I will be on MC till 13th June.
3 weeks of medical leave
Pray that my knee will heal quickly
Use this time to seek the LORD..

Be back again

I watch in hope for the LORD,

I wait for God my Savior;

My God will hear me!
Do not gloat over me, my enemy;

Though I have fallen, I will rise.

Though I sit in darkness,

The LORD will be my light.

~Micah 7:7-8~

Live life to the fullest

Has a great cellgroup meeting yesterday.. not becos i get to eat my fav food- durians as refreshment, but God speaks to me about living my life to the max! Sad thing about christians is to be stagnant and to stay where they are. Time goes by year after year, and no breakthrough.. I am guilty of that.. We have only one life and lets live that life to the fullest!

Eating healthy

Yesterday, I heard an interesting information from my director, not related to work but about our health. He said that our body is made up of water (hydrogen + oxygen) and carbon. Once it is in contact with heat, our body will oxidise and give out carbon dioxide, which causes gradual degeneration process. Thats why our body needs to generate new cells to replace old cells. However. by taking anti-oxidants, found mainly in fruits and vegetables, it helps to protect the body cells from degenerating too quickly and keeps them healthy!

Hence, it is very important to eat fruits and vegetables everyday to keep our body healthy. For me, I eat fruits, maybe 2-3 times a week, and skip vegetables at times. To have a strong healthy body, we need to eat fruits and vegetables everyday to get the necessary vitamins and minerals for our body! Quite surprised to hear that from my director..lol.. but it is an important piece of information for me! I will try to keep healthy by eating fruits and vegetables regularly!

Moulding into Jesus character

I was thinking this morning - How can our character be moulded and be more Christ-like? Moulding character is liken to the process of moulding a pottery. 2 things - the clay needs to be softened by water and then go through hot fire for the final product. Amazing..

1) We need to be softened and allow God to mould and change our character! With the help of the water (Holy Spirit), our hardened old character is softened and moulded to what Jesus wants us to be!

2) Secondly, our character needs to be tested and the best way is to go through blazing fire (trials and tribulations). Sometimes, we feel like giving up when we are struggling in the fire, but after the trial and tribulation , our character get stronger and able to withstand tough times better!

Thank God for this revelation!

Prosperity

Christians are born to be progressing..

I confess PROSPERITY in my career.

from temp job to contractor to consultant to developer to Boss of company!

Believe as I sow in God's kingdom (thru tithes, offerings & building fund), God will pour down His blessings upon my life as I obey and serve Him faithfully.

Yes.. yes.. Confess overflowing financial blessings upon my life from now on.. for the extension of His Kingdom and to have more than enough to bless others!

Cellgroup fun

Yesterday our cellgroup had a short dinner cum fellowship at city hall. We went to Funan foodcourt to eat dinner.. As usual, I ate many rounds.. 1st round - beef pepper rice with egg.. it was great! 2nd round - 2 prata kosong with curry, quite shiok! 3rd round - durian chendol, totally enjoyed myself. Almost had 4th round when eugene offered me the "wuxiang". My stomach almost want to explode.. i declined his offer and my mind went into standby mode. Too full to think and getting sleepy.. Rest a while

After that, we went to raffles city for coffee.. Had a great time there.. we met christine too.. she joined us at our table, and we started our crap talk. As usual, we made fun of yap - his ideal partner with big ears, and eugene & justin cracked crap jokes which made me laugh until i cry and stomach crap. I think I had so much exercise on the stomach that my 6 pack will come out very soon.. After that, we went off ard 11pm. It's been long time since we had a great laugh and fellowship together...

Going places

June is coming.. thinking where should i go for holiday? Maybe in november, where i can visit my sister again in Ireland and stopover amsterdam, paris or london to tour before going to Ireland. Anyway, my sister bought a new house in a peaceful town, away from the busy city, and a new car.. Woo.. can train my driving skills by then.. Wanted to go Beijing or Shanghai also.. Visit my ex-colleague over there.. He has an apartment over there, saved up the accomodation. Feel like going to resorts like Bali, Phuket or Bintan too.. can relax by the beach and see beautiful sky and sea. Can go Japan and Korea too.. eat jap sushi and visit yoido full gospel church.. prayer mountain! wah.. so many places.. where should i go?

Dr Steve Munsey preaching

I was so moved and touched by Dr Steve Munsey preaching that I teared during the altar call. I was amazed at how he acted out the 10 lepers story all by himself.. it really brings out the reality of it.. Towards the end, I felt the sense of conviction in my heart when he talks about forgiveness - to forgive others and to forgive myself. Really thank God for forgiving our sins, which we did not deserve it, but Jesus forgives ALL our sins through His sacrifice at the Cross and makes us His own children. It was one of the best preaching I ever heard in my life..

If there's seasons

Yesterday, my colleagues and I went to catch a chinese musical play called . Initially, I wasnt really interested in the play (those boring monotonous musical which makes me yawn). But I saw one of the cast names, my face beamed with delight! Her name is 石欣卉, sing chew! I immediately bought the ticket from my colleague! To be honest, I have been a secret admirer of her since the project superstar 2005!



So after work, we rushed to the National Library and took some photos, before going in. After 15mins, my "idol" finally appeared! She sang with her sweet voice.. and moved gracefully with the music.. I was in seventh heaven.. Back to reality, the play was quite nice and entertaining.. 1st time watching a play. Really enjoyed the show. Suddenly, I thought of myself being a stage play actor instead.. since I love to act and sing.. I could be the next heart throb of Singapore!

Wake up Jack! Love to day-dream, even at night.. The show ended close to 11pm as we walked out to take photos of the celebrities. I quickly dashed out, hoping to take a photo of her as souvenir. Managed to take a photo of her despite many people blocking.. It was a happy day though, glad to have a glimpse of my favourite spore star! Heez..

Jumbo seafood

Today the contracts manager of the main contractor gave me, architect and QS a lunch treat at the Jumbo seasfood restaurant at Clarke Quay. It was really amazing.. He ordered large prawns, black pepper crabs, large fish, etc.. I ate until my stomach almost exploded! After the heavy lunch, we had fruits and sea coconut longan as light dessert. I felt like I was raptured into heaven.. the food was really good! Thank God for this wonderful treat!

God perfect LOVE

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

Gifts of the Holy Spirit

"Even so you, since you are zealous for spiritual gifts, let it be for the edification of the church that you seek to excel." 1 Cor 14:12

9 gifts of the Holy Spirit
1) Word of wisdom
2) Word of knowledge
3) Discerning of spirits
4) Gift of healing
5) Working of miracles
6) Gift of Faith
7) Different kinds of tongues
8) Interpretation of tongues
9) Gift of prophecy

I desire the gift of healing the most, because I believe God can use me to heal people with sickness and infirmities. John 4:48 - Then Jesus said to him, “Unless you people see signs and wonders, you will by no means believe.” As more and more new diseases & sickness evolve in this world, like the recent pig swine epidemic and the bird flu disease, we need the power of God to heal sick people, especially in the last days! People cannot see God moving unless they see signs and wonders!

Secondly, I need the spirit of discernment in my life, so that I can discern and minister to people more effectively! Equally important, I pray the gift of prophecy in my life! I need these gifts to help me reach out to more people. 1 Cor 14:1 - Follow the way of love and eagerly desire spiritual gifts, especially the gift of prophecy! But most importantly, LOVE is the basis for these gifts - Love conquers all things!

Impacting lives

Thank God for using me to impact people in my life. Recently, my ministry leader promoted me as visitation leader to lead a group of volunteers to take care of the patients in my ministry. I pray that through this ministry, I am able to raise up more leaders and most importantly, touch the lives of the patients and giving them a hope to live for!

2 days ago, I also got the chance to share what I have learnt in sot and church bible study to my fellow colleague and bro-in-christ. He told me he felt renewed in his thinking after an hour of sharing! Pray God will continue to use me to impact lives one by one.. and slowly lead them to Christ.. Amen.

Knowing

Watched the show "Knowing" by nicholas cage.. initially it was not bad.. talk about prophecy of end times.. can predict the dates of natural disasters correctly.. the suspense of the show kept me on my seat.. (i will doze off if movie is boring) until the end.. almost fainted.. although they prophesized the end times correctly like the heat wave destroying the earth.. one event makes me tear my hair off.. The angels of God chose two young boy and girl to re-start mankind again in another planet.. vomit blood.. super unbiblical.. its like noah ark again, or adam n eve all over.. But this show is a good tool to reach out.. u can explain about the bible to unbelievers and trigger their thinking about God and end times..

but i strongly discourage the movie if you are watching purely on leisure.. 2/5 rating.

Time to rest

After a busy week, thank God for rest tomorrow sat and sun.. Pray that God refresh my body, soul and spirit, so that I can serve Him with my best.. Time to sleep..Zzz

Bible study

Today I gave bible study to one of our cellgroup member. Was rather rusty as I havent given any BS for this year alone.. I prayed to God that He will give me utterance and anointing to share the Word of God effectively. Thank God for His presence, the bible study was good as I shared the Word, coupled with my personal experience with God. Yes.. I pray that God will continue to use me to share and teach the Word of God to others.. Amen.

Effective Witness for God

Pray that God will use the following testimonies in my life to be an effective witness of God!

1) Sister's healing - My sister suffered from leukemia when she was young and required regular chemotherapy to sustain her life. Thank God, she was healed miraculously w/o any bone marrow transplant and is now living normally without any side effects!

2) Overcome depression - I used to be a close-up & timid guy who suffers from low self-esteem and extreme depression. Thank God for helping me overcome depression. I am more confident, open up and joyful person right now!

3) Army promotion - When I was downgraded to become an admin clerk in army, I slipped into depression and even got into trouble. Thank God, He transformed me and promoted me to be the Chief Clerk in G4 division before my ORD, 1st time a NSF being a Chief Clerk in division level.

4) Honours degree - I was on 4 month MC after a horrible knee injury towards my final year in NTU. Thank God, I managed to clear all my subjects in time and even got my honours degree!

Believe God has many more great breakthroughs for me in years to come and to share His wonderful grace and mercy upon my life! Lets be an effective witness for God!

First time driving

Today I decided to take leave after a busy Easter week. I am also having my first driving lesson in my life today! I was abit apprehensive in the morning, that I may kan cheong and cause high blood pressure to the driving instructor. But after praying through, God gave me confidence and peace of mind to go through the lesson. I always had the impression that driving instructors are monsters and always scold and torture the students. But to my present surprise, the instructor turns out to be very nice and helpful guy (probably I prayed for it.. lol) and I had a great time learning.

Thank God for His presence, I did not have a major "catastrophe" like banging into car, sudden brake or swerving. In fact, I drove for more than 30min without problem and managed to do some turns. After the lesson, the instructor commented that I am a safe driver except for some zigzag driving. Well done for 1st try.. I feel so encouraged after my first driving lesson, that I have decided to join F1 racing season next year with lewis, masa and alonso.. (abit over-dreaming) lol.. Anyway, pray that I will get my driving licence this year!

DISC *yawn*

Actually, dunno what is DISC personality test until Justin recommend me to take the test few years ago.. Result: I am a high S and low C. Hmm.. i was thinking "does this really help to know my personality better & in my work too?" Worse, I heard if a dating couple is both high D, they are likely to clash in character and its better not to be together.. *A loud yawn* To me, I think I will like to have my own personality test and the result is J! To be like Jesus and be more Christ-like in character! lol..

Handsome suit

Today I watched a great show called Handsome Suit. The story is about a 33 year old guy who desires to find a partner whom he can spend his life with. However, due to his ugly looks, he was rejected repeatedly by more than 100 women, and he feels dejected and lost hope totally. One day, he was offered a handsome suit, which he wore and became very handsome overnight! Ladies flocked to him everyday and he became a famous model after that. To cut the long story short, in the end, he decided to give up his handsome look & all the fame and riches, and went back to his old life. He even found true love, who did not mind his ugly look, and spend his life happily together!

What impacts me the most is really the meaning of true love. Most of the time, we tend to look for a good-looking partner, whom we concentrate mainly on the outer beauty and ignore the inner beauty and the character of the person. The main actress asked 2 interesting questions - "Why do you like me? What do you see in me?" The main actor basically liked her because of her beauty and not about her personality or character. But in the end, the main actor realised that it is not the outer beauty that we are looking for in our future partner, but the compatibility and understanding of one's character that makes a couple click.. This movie is truly a great show! Highly recommended. 4/5 rating!

Quote: Are we attracted to the "outside me" or the "inside me" when we fall in love?

Intercession ministry

I realise as I grow older in my walk with Christ, the more I need to pray everyday and depend on God. Therefore, I decide to set up my own intercession ministry. Prayer is really important in our Christian walk. Prayer is a language for all christians.. What language do Singaporeans speak? Singlish. What language do Christians speak? Speak in tongues! (Prayer) Decided to spend at least 30min a day to pray and intercede for others.. Alot of things to pray.. Pray for church, cellgroup, new friends, family, work, country.. the list goes on.. So if anyone is looking for a ministry to join, why not join this intercession ministry? The effective, fervent PRAYER of a righteous avails much. Amen.

Quote: Persistent prayer is like machine gun shooting at your enemies.. non stop and never ending..

4 days of holiday

happy.. cos i have 4 days of holiday (Monday take leave).. can rest.. play soccer.. walk around spore.. watch movie.. learn driving.. meet up frenz.. most impt go easter services.. woo..

NTU project

Woo.. tmr i am going to NTU for meeting to discuss some projects in NTU.. very happy.. cos it was my alma-mater (dunno if the correct spelling..lol) and it is where i specialise in air-conditioning studies, which leads me to my current job. Concidentally, my company is the term consultant for NTU, so all the M&E related projects go to my company. Doing some chiller replacement and changing air-cooled system in auditorium. Yes.. yes.. i am going back to NTU, where i spent 4 years there, mugging to get my honours degree.. making alot friends.. creating havoc in people hostels.. woohoo.. simply overjoyed..

Fear of height

Previously I thought I am not afraid of height, because I do take roller coaster rides and dare to look out of windows in high rise buildings. But until I really went high up in the skyride in Sentosa today, did I realise I am afraid of heights.. my goodness.. It was really traumatic, I held on the bar tightly and dare not open my eyes. Michelle was teasing me to pose pictures and look at the beautiful scenery around. I froze and just wished that the ride quickly ends.. Thank God, the traumatic experience lasted only 5-10 minutes.. I heaved a big sigh of relief when I came out of the skyride. Can the fear of height be removed by laying of hands & deliverance? wah please God, help me overcome this fear..

Worship

LIKE THE WOMAN WITH THE ISSUE OF BLOOD
WE PRESS IN, WE PRESS IN
LIKE THE BLIND MAN WAITING PATIENTLY
WE PRESS IN THROUGH THE CROWD

THEN SUDDENLY
A TOUCH FROM HEAVEN
JESUS CAME AND RESCUE ME
THEN SUDDENLY
A TOUCH FROM HEAVEN
JESUS CAME AND SET ME FREE

As I worship God with this song, suddenly I felt the presence of God brush through me.. it was such a strong presence.. God spoke to me: "Have you realised the FULL potential that I have given to you?" I felt a sense of conviction in my spirit. Yes God, please help me to fully utilise my potential from now on - to reach out to thousands and spreading the good news to everyone. Thank you Lord for your grace and mercy upon me all this while.

Confidence

"Therefore do not cast away your confidence, for it will bring great rewards" Hebrews 10:35

Confidence will bring out the glory of God in our lives and be the salt & light in our world!

Anointing of God

The Spirit of the LORD is upon Me, because He has anointed Me
1) To preach the gospel to the poor - Salvation
2) To heal the brokenhearted - Internal healing
3) To proclaim liberty to the captives - Freedom
4) To recover sight to the blind - Physical healing
5) To set liberty to those who are oppressed - Deliverance

Power of fasting & praying

Isaiah 58 talks about the fasting that pleases God.

Would you call this a fast, And an acceptable day to the LORD?
6 “ Is this not the fast that I have chosen:
To loose the bonds of wickedness,
To undo the heavy burdens,
To let the oppressed go free,
And that you break every yoke?
7 Is it not to share your bread with the hungry,
And that you bring to your house the poor who are cast out;
When you see the naked, that you cover him, And not hide yourself from your own flesh?
8 Then your light shall break forth like the morning,
Your healing shall spring forth speedily,
And your righteousness shall go before you;
The glory of the LORD shall be your rear guard.
9 Then you shall call, and the LORD will answer; You shall cry, and He will say, ‘Here I am.’

Today I shall proclaim a fast, and the LORD shall fight on my behalf! Time for spiritual warfare!

Abundant Grace

Really thank God for His grace and mercy in my work during the past week. I was running into BIG BIG trouble in my work. My Iluma building was scheduled to open to public on saturday 26 March, with the main highlight being the opening of the Filmgarde cineplex and the various retail & F&B units. However, the cinema could not be cleared for operation by the authorities BCA & FSSD, as we could not obtain the TOP and FSC in time for thursday movie preview.

The week started when I paid the cheque to SCDF for the approval for cinema fire safety for my client. I should have paid by NETS or credit card, as cheque processing time takes 5 working days to clear. Hence, the architect kept chasing me for the clearance so that they can apply for TOP to BCA. By thursday, the cheque did not clear in time and the cinema is scheduled for movie preview and media interview that day. I prayed to God "Please help me, this time jialat already.." Thank God for hearing my prayers, the SCDF officer helped me to clear the cheque and managed to get the fire safety certifcate at 5pm. Then they quickly faxed the approval to BCA and apply TOP immediately. By 6pm, they got the TOP clearance in time for the 7pm movie preview on that day.. The whole process usually takes about at least one week to clear.. but we did it in a few hours time! Phew.. God is never late but always on time!

Round 2. On Friday, the gas approval was not cleared on time for F&B opening to the public on saturday. We talked to the authorities Citygas & Powergas to help us expedite on the matter. They told us they cant make it to do inspection and gas turn-on by this week! At the end of the day at 530pm, I could not manage to convince the authorities, I was thinking "this time really siao liao, but i keep praying and ask God to help me again!" Indeed, our God is our loving Father who hears our prayers.. By 730pm, I received a call from my boss to standby on site for gas inspection and turn-on the next day! Praise the Lord! Usually, the authorities will not do inspection and gas turn-on within one day and on saturday, but my God is a God of miracles! The next day, I went down to Iluma site and completed the gas turn-on within that day! The F&B units are now able to operate with gas cooking and food for the public..

As I recalled the past week and the past one year in this new company, I thank God for His amazing grace and mercy upon me. For a new engineer like me with 1-2 years experience and handle such a high-profile project, its the favour and grace of God that helps me pull through. The Iluma building is now ready for operation and handing over to the client. God reminds me of this wonderful verse, which is always my motto in my walk with God.

"My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness." 2 Cor 12:9

God uses weak people like me to demonstrate His immense grace and power in my life! Sometimes, tough times may come like a huge wave hitting hard on us, that we cannot breathe and want to give up. But God's grace is always sufficient for us to pull us through! Keep trusting and keep praying in times of trouble!

Renewing mindset

The following food items are in my top 5 banned list..

1) Lotus
2) Lady Finger
3) Bittergourd
4) Brinjal
5) Ginger

Thank God I have overcome the top 3 items - lotus, lady finger & bittergourd. Especially bittergourd! Once in a while, I would order one of those dishes for my meal. I think its all about the mindset. I used to have a locked mindset that vegetables are disgusting stuff, esp those non leafy vegetables like green chilli, lady finger, brinjal.. wah faint! But slowly, I begin to overcome and even grow to like it..

Now to overcome the brinjal first.. must tell myself it is nice and good for health! Power of renewed mindset.. Tomorrow order brinjal for my packet of rice! Ginger may take some time to overcome.. (ginger tea.. yucks!)

Things may not seem as bad as you think! Look at the positive side! RENEW YOUR MIND!

"Our lives are transformed through the renewing of mind"
Romans 12:2

Thank God

Really thank God for protection.. I lost my wallet on friday afternoon.. it was pouring heavily so i took out my umbrella hurriedly and dropped my wallet in a cab. Thank God, I phoned the Comfort hotline and managed to trace the taxi-driver. He brought back my wallet and even send me to my next destination.. 2nd blessing - I went home after a wedding lunch on sunday afternoon. I could not find my house key.. I was thinking.. again? I lost my thing again.. Thank God.. the keys happened to slip into my other compartment in my wallet, manage to find the keys.. phew.. God is good!

Nintendo Wii

Got a shock when I saw a new 42'' LCD TV and a brand new Nintendo Wii at my office pantry.. My boss bought this for us during lunch time and tea-break.. amazing.. played bowling and tennis with my colleagues.. woo.. good exercise after lunch..

Persistent Prayer

Persistent prayer is powerful.. Keep praying.. God is always there to hear our prayers.. He just want to see if we are persistent and trust in Him! So if you have problems in health, finances, relationships, work or need a breakthrough, keep praying and you can overcome them.. Woo.. Persistent prayer is like shooting ammunition to your enemies.. keep shooting.. Holy Spirit is never ending ammunition.. No matter how big your enemies, keep shooting.. it will fall eventually.. Thank God for this revelation..

Cinema Projector Room

1st time in my life I went into a cinema projector room to see how the cinema works.. Was quite amazed by the huge disc rolling fim machine and the gigantic projector.. Managed to catch some free movie previews, while they test run the cinemas.. Kio dio..

My project on NEW PAPER

Saw my project on NEW PAPER today.. haha

Happy Day

Yesterday was a happy day for me! My good JC friend, Joshua Tan, finally got married. The place was at Hort Park, a very wooloo place at Alexandra. Took cab in the end as I was late. Was surprised to see waitat as the video cameraman for Joshua (same NUS classmate). Anyway, I had a great time talking rubbish with him, before my JC friends came and we sat together as a group. It was a christian wedding, and the pastor was Joshua father himself. We sang some worship songs as the wedding proceeded, and the couple exchanged marriage vows in chinese! We joked how Joshua learnt to speak chinese so well (he eat potato wan).

Me and Justin had a pleasant surprise when we saw Pastor Neuville, who shared about his life in the DVD "My Hope, Singapore" , signing the marriage papers for the couple. Actually, all of us were hungry and concentrating on the food instead of the wedding.. So once we had our photos taken with the couple, we quickly "dashed" towards the food like a predator and gobbled up the food.. Woo.. the dinner was great.. as usual, we had our round of bo liao jokes together. I even met up with my primary school teacher, Ms Swee, who taught me in P1, P2 and P4. She was Joshua grand aunt.. and we had a great time recalling about good old days in primary school..

Around 8pm, the dinner ended as we congralulated Joshua again before we made our move. Me and Daniel quickly dashed off for the important match of the season! ManU vs Liverpool! We went to my favourite hangout pub at China Square, but to my horror, the place is already crowded and with ManU fans somemore! So we went to other small pub and managed to find a place to sit and watch my beloved Liverpool play! We ordered some beer as the match started.

ManU scored first through a penalty, I was thinking.. thats it.. my team is going to lose unless they equalised before halftime.. But thank God, Liverpool fought back to lead 2-1 at half-time. I began to sms my 2 beloved Liverpool fans, Isaiah and Ziwei, and conduct a mini-prayer meeting to pray for our team.. Cast out red devils (ManU nickname) in Jesus name.. After praying, the second half started and in the end, Liverpool scored 2 more goals to humiliate ManU.. I was super overjoyed by the scoreline! We plan to "suan" our manU fans (bruce, tristan and dan) during sunday service and buy them free NEW PAPER for them to read.. haha.. They used to call our team LiverFool, we tot of better one for them.. Manure Utd! Anyway, it was a happy day for me! Long Live Liverpool!

Childhood dream

Sometimes, I see myself of a design person rather than an engineer. Not really a technical person.. Likes colours, shapes and free space.. Maybe I can be a good fashion designer, an interior designer or even an artist (childhood dream)..

My Favourite - Sashimi

Today went sushi-don with alan, michelle, ah hong at funan. I love japanese food, esp my favourite salmon sashimi.. When I saw the salmon sashimi moving past me on the conveyor belt, I could hear it calling up to me.. Come Jack.. come and eat me up.. woo.. I immediately grabbed one plate and put one sashimi into my mouth... oh my goodness.. It melts in my mouth.. woo.. It is really on earth as it is in heaven, give me this day my daily sashimi.. I feel like being raptured and meeting Jesus in mid-air.. woo.. the tasty sashimi really makes my day.. To end on a strong note, I finish another plate of sashimi by myself after my main dish.. With tears of gratitude, I thank God for creating such heavenly dish for me.. Praise God..

Encouragement

Today was quite discouraged by my work.. Loads of work after one day of MC.. and new work coming in.. and have to attend meetings till 4 plus.. only left a few hours to clear.. body still not feeling well.. but I was encouraged by my director, Mr Tay, during the meeting. He encouraged me how to be a good consultant and taught me how to handle tough situations.. Really thank God for sending him to guide me along.. Anyway, my project Iluma finally got TOP (Temporary Occupancy Permit) which means it is safe to occupy and ready for operation.. Opening at the end of the month.. pray for smooth handing over to client.. heez..

Victor Place

Last saturday, I was invited to my buddy victor tan's new house at tampines. I thought I can go and admire his new beautiful house.. To my surprise, or rather as expected, he told me he needs help to carry things from Lilian house at Katong and off I go to be his "maid servant". It was pouring heavily then, I was thinking in my heart.. thanks lor.. for inviting me and bringing me around to carry things for you.. But after being his good buddy and knowing him for so long, I decided to put myself on the altar again and "sacrificed " myself to help him.

Nicholas and Lilian intended to give him and Shuxian a huge mirror, a sofa chair, a glass stool and a glass lamp. So we happily moved the stuff into the car when suddenly we heard a "crack" sound. To our horror, we accidentally cracked the fragile lamp. Nicholas & Lilian tried to salvage the lamp by using double sided tape, but to no avail. So we brought the "cracked" lamp back to his place. His new house is quite nice though, very windy at the 17th floor, bird's eye view of the surrounding.. Shuxian was busy doing housework, so I decided to babysit Adara for a while.

Baby Adara is only 4 months old now, but she looked so cute and adorable. Decided to carry the baby into my arms for the first time in my life.. (usually I am afraid that I may hurt the baby..) To my surprise, she dint cry and look at me curiously.. So I decided to play with her and move her around with my arms. She smiled and enjoyed being with me.. After some time, we decided to go over to our JC friend, John house who happen to stay the next block.. Had a great time talking with John family and went around to see his new house.. As it was getting late, me and Victor's family went to Tampines to have dinner together before I head home. Really had a great time that day and hope to go to my JC friends' house whenever I am free..

Miserable show

Sunday after service, I went to watch a miserable show with eugene and yap. Movie Title "Kungfu Chefs" Like what justin commented, how can one be a kungfu expert and a great chef at the same time? It is a super half-hearted show.. Almost fainted in the middle of the show, figuring what is the story about.. Thanks to Eugene who recommended this show - "wah this movie got sammo hung, should be very nice ar, got kungfu.." Feel like killing him.. Anyway, I am entitled to one movie refund from him and 2 movie refunds from uncle yap for max payne and the day the world stood still. Next time, I must be led by the Spirit to choose movie to watch.. haha

Free exercise

Today went to my site for inspection. Went up and down the whole day.. Legs became numb and tired after that.. but looking on the positive side, I got free exercise..Woo.. Felt my tummy getting flatter.. maybe psychological.. (As the man thinks, so is he) Anyway, just to encourage myself that I have lost weight.. Haha..

I am looking forward to playing soccer with my JC friends this saturday.. Can exercise again. I am going to do my renowned Jack Fake and do solo runs to score goals.. One last thing, 10 days to go.. My beloved brother in Christ - JC friend - Sec Sch friend Mr Joshua Tan aka (Ya-shua) aka (Tao-E) is getting married next saturday! Happy for him! Yeah..

Depressing day

Yesterday watched a soccer match online till 1am. Scoreline reads - Boro 2 Pool 0. Depressing scoreline for Liverpool and myself. First thing in the morning service is to avoid irritating ManU fans in church.. But to no avail, met Bruce, who cant stop laughing and "consoling" me.. Then after service, I met Tristan who also cant stop laughing and walked up to me to give me a "consolation" pat.. buay tahan.. I hate to admit that Liverpool will be 10 points away from ManU if they win match in hand.. and 11 games to go, it is hard to catch up with ManU.. Another season gone.. *sob*

Covenant

Still remember the day I gave my heart to Jesus at my uncle church when I was 14. I felt the presence of God over me, when the pastor gave the altar call to receive Jesus, I stepped up immediately and walked to the front. I felt a undescribable peace in my heart. Tears began to well up my eyes as I said the sinner's prayer and gave my heart to Jesus. It was that moment which I would remember forever for the rest of my life. I heard a voice so audibly as if someone is speaking straight into my ear. "I will never leave you, unless you leave Me." I broke down and cried uncontrollably. Yes, it was Jesus who spoke to me at that time. Then I made a covenant with Jesus that "I will never leave You too.." Those words by Jesus will carry me through tough times and the Great Tribulation during end times..

Take photo

Realise my female friends love to take photo of themselves in front of the mirror and post on their facebook or blog.. latest trend? So I try to follow and took photo of myself in front of the lift mirror at my bugis site. Yucks.. quite disgusting to be honest.. Maybe only gals will look good taking photo in front of the mirror..

Transformer Spider

Today I saw new invention by man at Iluma shopping mall.

I thought it was a giant mechanical spider which can transform into a robot like those in transformer cartoon.

It also reminded me of Dr Octopus in Spiderman movie..

Actually, it is a new crane bought by the building managment for future maintenance use.

Amazing.. it can reach to 12m high.. can do bungee jump in the shopping mall.. woohoo..

Time to do maintenance

Like a machine, our body will gradually wear off as time goes by.. We need to exercise in order to maintain our body. Not just to get rid of the visible excess fat or flesh, it is important to get rid of the excess cholestrol in our body, esp the heart. As I am nearing the Big Three very soon, I need to exercise regularly to maintain my previously slim body. I am going to admit after months of self-deceit, that my tummy is getting bigger by the week.. and I am getting fat! I am going to start jogging, play soccer, do whatever I can to maintain my body.. Indeed, our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. Physical exercise is just as important as daily quiet time! (spiritual exercise)

Life is like a vapour

"For what is your life? It is even a vapour that appears for a little time and then vanishes away." James 4:14

Time is passing by so quickly.. lets live our lives for Christ before He comes back again.

"In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, and we will be changed." 1 Cor 15:52

Mission trip

Recently, I saw the chc mission trip schedule. Wanted to go and experience how God moves in mission trips. I was looking for mission trips to china but did not see any. Maybe have to ask CGL.. Can try go malaysia or indonesia for a start. But feel like going hk on 29-1 jul. Asking my children church friend stay together with me as he is from hongkong, and we can preach together in cantonese.. hee

Sleepz

Suddenly, I just want to sleep.. sleep for a long time.. no need to worry about work.. Zzzz

Keep serving

Today was a tiring but fulfilling day.. Went to volunteer to serve in children church! woo.. was really happy to serve the kids again.. When I reached there, I was assigned to pack the presents.. haha.. it was fun.. made some new friends too.. xiaowei was there.. she even taught me to make those toy balloons.. din really learn as I was assigned to another job.. to carry the presents to the transport area. So I put the presents on the allocated spot and help to look after it until the children came out.. Havoc AGAIN.. kids running around.. playing catching.. fighting with one another.. children getting lost.. nevertheless, managed to put the children in order.

As the children boarded the bus back home, suddenly I saw one familiar boy.. managed to recall his name gerald. I used to visit him in Bedok when he was around five yrs old, back then, he was a monster, and often gave me problems. Initially, he could not recognise me, but when I told him I am Teacher Jack.. he remembered and say hi to me.. he even told me where did i go and why I din visit him? Before he left, he waved goodbye to me.. it left me a good feeling.. old times of my service in children church flashed through my mind.. I suddenly missed my bedok kids again.. I kissed goodbye to them and waved happily back to them. Then I looked at my watch.. its 330pm! I am going to be late for my ministry visitation..

I quickly went over the market to buy bread and biscuits for my First Hand ministry patients and took a cab down for visitation.. When I reached there, I chatted with 2 of the patients.. one of them had stopped the medication cos he could not afford the cost. I told him we will try to help him. Because of his sickness, he has grown thinner and looked frail.. but he remain positive and showed me his room, where he prayed to Jesus. Though he may be suffering in this lifetime, I believe it is our eternity with Jesus that counts! Our lifetime on earth is just a small portion in eternity, where we will live forever and ever with our Lord Jesus.

I treasured every moment I spent my time with these patients, cos anytime they may just pass away, and I can be there for them always.. As I left the place, I prayed that God will touch all these patients, that they will eventually give their lives to Jesus.. I thank God again for this wonderful day, that it is indeed a priviledge to serve our Lord Jesus, no matter what circumstances we may face! Keep serving!

Rebuke the devourer

Recently, I played soccer with m JC friends. Dunno why I play keeper and wear watch at the same time.. I made a great save from John, the ball flew out for a corner, but my watch flew into the net.. My heart was cut into half when I saw my watch badly smashed onto the ground.

Oh dear.. my favourite casio watch.. the front glass was cracked and my metal scrap was broken into pieces.. I quickly went to the City Chain store in city hall for repair, but the sales lady told me any repair must be done at casio main service centre at Henderson Road. So I went over and gave the "corpse" watch to the technician. I was thinking.. no hope already.. To my surprise, the technician told me no problem and can be repaired within 7-10 days.

After less than 5 days, the technician called me and told me to collect the "new" watch. Woo.. it is as good as the new one.. The repair costs only $20, really happy cos I was thinking of buying new watch (over $100) to replace it.. As building fund still going on, I wanted to save up and did not want to buy a new one.. Suddenly, God reminded of the verse in Malachi 3:11

"And I will rebuke the devourer for your sakes, so that he will not destroy the fruit of your ground, nor shall the vine fail to bear fruit for you in the field". I really believe as you sow in God kingdom, He will protect your finances and rebuke the devil for your sake! Praise the LORD!

Driven by eternity

I read the first chapter of the book "Driven by eternity" by John Bevere and already feel that God is speaking to me through this book! As the end times are coming, we need to give an account of our lives when we meet Jesus and be serious in our walk with God.. Hope I will have great revelations after reading the whole book!

Gifts and Talents

This week cellgroup talk about using our gifts and talents for the glory of God. Been thinking what are my gifts and talents in my life..

1) Arts and Crafts - Thank God for using my gifts to do birthday cards & gifts for my cellgroup (though we are buying bday cards now) I love to design cards and make craft work to bless people.. recently, realise my chinese calligraphy talents can be used for the glory of God.. write bible verses in chinese! Praise God...

2) Soccer - Woo.. my favourite hobby. Used to be skilful with the ball, until I got a serious knee injury.. Doctor told me not to play again, but after my op, I am playing again.. People call me Jack Fake.. cos i can do 3 fake moves in one second.. Can use my soccer talents to reach out to youths and encourage those who are injured before to overcome fear and play again! testimony time!

3) KTV - used to be hopeless in singing.. out of tune, out of breath & out of my sight (leave the ktv room at once!) but thank God, manage to overcome my weakness and can sing better & in fact love to sing karaoke now.. Can use this to organise social gatherings to know more friends and recently, my ministry is bringing patients out to ktv.. woohoo.. can join in.. sing my fav song.."Forever Love and Mr Lonely..." i love to rap too..

4) Acting - love to act since i acted in my pri sch musical play. Thank God for realising my dream.. me n justin used to joke that i will act in Hollywood.. (old church Hollywood).. Praise God for answering my prayers.. I acted twice as roman soldier in easter 06 & 08.. use my talents to lead people to Christ during easter..

5) Humour - Used to be a quiet and isolated guy.. but woo.. God changed me.. I am now a super bo liao and super lame guy.. loves to crack jokes to make people laugh.. laughter opens one's heart! my secret weapon.. use this God-given gift to bring joy to my family, friends and the whole world.. Christians are fun-loving people..

Thank God for all these gifts and talents.. like what we saw in Pastor Kong video in New Life Church Taipei.. we can use our talents as a ministry and most impt, to reach out to people and bring them to Christ.. Yes.. Holy Spirit.. give us creative ideas for evangelism and to be salt and light in marketplace.. keep thinking.. keep flowing.. for the GLORY OF GOD!

Practice makes perfect

Been practising chinese calligraphy the past few days.. but my standard really dropped alot. Words not proportional and not flowing.. oh dear only left 3 more days before my Huichun competition on sunday. How do win like that? Faint.. Think secondary school kids can win me hands down.. Dun give up.. keep practising.. Practice makes perfect.. Jia you..

Endure..

When will my building Bugis Iluma going to finish? Already delay for 3 months.. everyday seem to have new site problems.. Endure for one more month.. It will open to public on 1 March!

The Wrestler

Watched the movie "The Wrestler" last saturday. I thought the show was really good.. Being a WWE wrestling fan since young, I can understand the pain and stress they are going through.. They have to act like nothing happened, even though they are carrying serious injuries.. The show has to go on.. Sometimes they have to act as the bad guy and make everyone hate him. Its part of their job, their profession.

Some of them have to even retire early if unfortunate things happen like permanent disability or serious health problem as in the case of this show. I almost teared towards the end, when Mickey Rourke (the main actor) knew that he had heart problem and cant wrestle anymore, he kept on wrestling until his heart failed in the end. From now on, everytime I watch a WWE wrestling match, I will sympathize with the wrestlers, that they have to entertain the crowd with all their heart and even endure pain and agony to finish the match.. Kudos to them!

Fear of the Lord

The secret of wisdom is the fear of the Lord.

1) Wisdom and knowledge will be the stability of your times, and the strength of salvation; The fear of the LORD is His treasure! Is 33:6

2) The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments. Ps 111:10

When Jesus comes back, we have to give account of our lives to Him. Lets pray that we will be like Paul in 2 Timothy 4:7 "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith"

KTV and soccer

Today went ktv with my whole family.. we went amoy street food centre ard 12pm eat lunch. Me blur though, didnt check the timing.. partyworld opens at 2pm.. faint.. have to wait.. so we went chinatown shopping.. miss the childhood days I had in chinatown when my dad owned a medical hall.. everyday play games with my siblings and going playground..

After strolling, we went chinatown plaza KBOX instead and sang for 4 hours! woo.. my dad and my mum got addicted in singing old songs.. wah faint.. me and my sisters have to queue for our turn.. but anyway, we had a great time singing.. After KTV, we went home for dinner. All of the sudden, I remember Singapore vs Jordan match at the National Stadium today 730pm, I quickly rushed to the National Stadium and wanted to buy the grandstand tickets. To my pleasant surprise, a man gave me free complimentary $10 grandstand ticket! woo.. Thank God..

Back to the match, only a few thousands turned up, but that does not dampen my spirits in supporting my national soccer team! Singapore went 1-0 up, but Jordan equalised through a dubious penalty. But thank God, Singapore regained the lead and held on to win the match 2-1! woo.. happy.. I am always their loyal supporter since 1991.. I had a great time today.. doing my favourite past-times - ktv and soccer! 4 more days to relax before work starts! Make full use!

CNY Holiday #2

Day 2 - Morning wake up blur blur.. watch a bit of tv and pray.. After lunch, went out early to gai gai.. Decided to go to sign up for the National Huichun Competition.. It is a yearly event for me.. This time it is held on 8 Feb 8am, at Singapore Calligraphy Society in Waterloo Street, Bugis, instead of the usual Kallang People Association. Quite excited this time.. Dunno why.. Hope I can do well and win at least a merit prize this time..

Went shopping in OG, Bugis after that. Bought some chocolate candies for my cellgroup.. Happy.. Suddenly thought of going T3, took mrt and started my exploration around the airport.. Admiring some of my design in building services.. like aircon, fire protection services in T3.. after an hour, realised that its 430pm.. decided to take mrt back to expo for service..

Had a pleasant surprise when Alan gave me a book by John Bevere "Driven by Eternity". He thanked me for being his connect group leader.. wah touched... heez.. had a great service! Pastor Kong preached about the chinese culture and that long before, God is already in our chinese culture. Explained the chinese characters in detail and linked God in relation to the characters! Amazing.. Believed the end times harvest will happen in China, where the Chinese will take the gospel for Jesus! Suddenly, feel like God speaking to me to develop my talent in chinese calligraphy and shine for His Glory.

After service, we went T3 foodcourt to makan.. As usual, our fellowship is full of jokes and fun.. Eugene will entertain us with his talking, yap will make me laugh with his doctrines.. We even went to watch mid-night show - Jack Neo's Love Matters.. Jamie was treated for a free movie by me.. thanks to AXS machine.. haha.. anyway, the show was quite interesting and funny.. took cab after that.. slept at 3am.. tired but enjoyed myself..

CNY Holiday #1

Today is the start of my 10 day CNY holiday.. Early morning woke up.. dunno why.. maybe used to waking up early 7am for work.. ate breakfast.. read newspaper.. surf net.. then went back to sleep till 11am.. Went out for a jog after that.. Went to visit my old primary school at Guillemard Road.. Now changed into a office.. Amazing.. Time flies.. past memories of primary school days flashed through my mind.. After that, I jogged back home and ate lunch.

Now start my spring cleaning.. Cleaned all the kitchen cabinets, washed all the dishes, wiped all the doors and cleared my cabinet.. Faint.. lots of dust.. only when CNY then starts to clean.. haha.. Mum cleaned the windows while i went to order online for buffet at my house for relatives during Chu Er. Thank God.. manage to order the buffet for CNY Day 2. After that, me bathed and prepared to go for seminar at 8pm.

The seminar on effective communications was interesting.. Was quite tired after spring cleaning.. but had a good time learning and having a good laugh. Sabo eugene to go up stage but in the end, sabo myself to go up stage.. As usual, nerves got onto me.. tongue-tied and mind blank in front of many people.. must pray to overcome this mental block to be an effective communicator!

Had a fruitful day helping mum spring clean the house though.. but God began to speak to me during the seminar to shine forth as salt and light in the market place.. Be bold and confident in expressing yourself! End of CNY Holiday #1.

Movie Marathon

I just realised that I have been watching movies for 4 consecutive weeks! Starting Ip Man, Seven Pounds, Red Cliff2, Changeling.. This week may watch movie again.. woo..

Time to think

4 more days to CNY holiday.. very happy.. becos I can visit relatives and friends, and not forgetting eat goodies! woo.. miss bak kua, seafood and lots of CNY candies.. Time for reunion for my family too.. My sister coming back from Ireland this wednesday.. hee.. she will buy presents for us.. yippee.. enjoy 9 days of holiday till 1 feb..

Can visit all my pri sch friends, jc friends, uni friends, army friends, ex-colleagues.. the list goes on.. and most importantly.. I can go jalan jalan the whole of Singapore by myself.. Loves to travel around by mrt..by bus.. walk.. look at scenery, people.. eat junk food, watch movies, disturb people, pray to God.. get revelations.. set new visions, woo..

But most of all, I want to think about my future.. Reaching 30 this year.. Plan to do what God really wants me to do.. End times coming.. I have a good 10 years ahead to make an impact for God.. Make full use of my life.. maximise my talents, pour my life to serve God and His people.. Time is passing by so quickly.. Lets be fruitful!

My love - chinese calligraphy

Since I was in primary school, my hand writing is horrendous.. I wrote super fast and disgustingly illegible. My primary school teachers always scolded me for writing rubbish.. However, when I went to secondary school, my chinese teacher told me to write slowly and that I can write really well.. Wah suddenly I feel a beam of light just shone on me from heaven.. like God speaking to me.. I heeded her advice and since then, I began to write my chinese words slowly and properly. She even sent me to chinese calligraphy competitons, which I was in top3 awards every year.

When I went to Tampines JC, I immediately signed up for chinese calligraphy club, where my love for chinese calligraphy deepens. My "shifu" Mr Tan Siah Kwee, who happens to be the president of Singapore Chinese Calligraphy Society, is considered one of the best in Singapore and taught me good calligraphy skills. I really learnt alot in my 2 years of intensive training with him, which I took part in many national competitions and even overseas competitions in China and Japan. Though I left TPJC in 1997, I still keep in contact with my shifu and takes part every year in National Huichun Competition during CNY without fail.. I am forever grateful to my shifu for teaching me chinese calligraphy and allow me to express my interests freely.

Recently, Justin gave me an idea of making use of my chinese calligraphy knowledge to teach younger kids basic calligraphy skills as an extra income to my current job as an engineer. And to sell my calligraphy works in online auctions and blogs, to increase my current income. It would be great if I can convert my interest into my career... I pray that God will open this doorway for me, that I can set up my own company and do what I am best at - arts and design.. Woo.. Looking foward to this exciting dream to come true.. believe and work towards it!

CNY holiday..

Today went to my Bugis site the whole day.. Site problems never seems to end.. really want to faint.. I just pray that my project quickly ends and I can have my 10 day CNY holiday. My sister and my ang moh brother-in-law will be back for CNY from Ireland.. woo..