something for encouragement

i am actually in the NTU library preparing my sermon which o have to hand in for my MEET programme and as i was searching for stuff online, i came across this. so i thought i would just share it here. if course, there are always arguments against these but i would say, read it with an open mind and heart. praise to God the Father.

For all the negative things we say to ourselves,God has a positive answer for it.

You say: "It's impossible." God says: All things are possible. (Luke 18:27)
You say: "I'm too tired." God says: I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28-30)
You say: "Nobody really loves me." God says: I love you. (John 3:16 & John 13:34)
You say: "I can't go on." God says: My grace is sufficient. (II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15) You say: "I can't figure things out." God says: I will direct your steps. (Proverbs 3:5-6)
You say: "I can't do it." God says: You can do all things through Christ who strengthens. (Philippians 4:13)
You say: "I'm not able." God says: I am able. (II Corinthians 9:8)
You say: "It's not worth it." God says: It will be worth it. (Roman 8:28)
You say: "I can't manage." God says: I will supply all Your needs. (Philippians 4:19)
You say: "I'm afraid." God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear. (II Timothy 1:7)
You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated." God says: Cast all your cares on ME. (I Peter 5:7) You say: "I don't have enough faith." God says: I have given everyone a measure of faith. (Romans 12:3)
You say: "I'm not smart enough." God says: I give you wisdom .(I Corinthians 1:30)
You say: "I feel all alone." God says: I will never leave you or forsake you. (Hebrews 13:5)
You say: "I can't forgive myself." God says: I FORGIVE YOU. (I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)

have a nice day.

NUS VCF Annual Teach In Camp 2005 (ANNTIC)

Anntic was great. for me, it was much better than last year's. there are a few reasons.

i shall make them clear here.

1. Spiritually, my faith has grown from last year, due to many different reasons. the fact that i was a bible study leader for this camp forced me to seriously look at issues and think of them. Somehow, God was gracious and blessed me with wisdom this camp. it was really refreshing spiritually.

2. i liked my group this year. there was a good mix of people from science, arts, and law. there were no engineers though. they were frenly, welcoming, willing to share, and the testimonies were a great blessing. they are also very cute, and funny, and love to sing. more on group ZEPHANIAH on my next entry.

3. There were many many law people this year. if i am not wrong, there were 25-30 law students at the camp. one phrase that Zanzoo remembered was 'throw a stone and chances are you'll hit a lawyer'. i was very encouraged that we had so many law students this time compared to last. the year ones are also very commendable, they meet every night to pray and discuss their vision. amazing stuff. there were about nine year 2s this time. it was great having bob sleeping next to me, seeing nick, Jordan, grace, kianteck, joseph, amanda, laura, yinbing, bob in the camp. so many familiar faces, i didnt feel so lost and alone like last year. last year, some of us law people (well at least me) felt so out of place cos many of the vcf people already knew each other.


besides these 3 reasons, there were many incidents that made the camp oh so memorable and lovely. i shall recount some of them briefly.

1. going out on the 2nd night with the Law 2s to the roti prata place for supper. was quite good, and had a good time out of camp. the next morning the camp comm told the campers that there would be no more going out for supper. haha. at least we got to go out. so we were quite happy although some of us felt like prisoners for the 3rd 4th and 5th night. haha.

2. the numerous games and songs that my group sang. so funny. the experential games were great too. and though weiying sprained her ankle during the camp, i think it helped our group grow closer as we took turns to piggyback her, these in turn led to many conversations which went past the superficial 'what school you from what eca etc etc' ones. thank you group, the next entry shall feature you.

3. 9 of us had a mini misadventure on the way back from the malaysian customs. Qibin Yue-En Yanchang Shawn Kianteck Gary Amanda Grace and myself ended up in a group making our way home from City Square. We decided to be adventurous, and walk from the malaysian customs to the singapore one. We went back and forth, got a lil lost, had directions from many old men, went thru the complicated roads, endured all the smoke, all the mess, and finally, got on the long walk back on the causeway. it was quite an interesting experience. i am glad that everyone was positive about the whole thing, especially the 2 girls, who did not mind but kept their spirits high. for me, i was delighted. i love these kinda misadventures. the shopping and walk walk at city square itself was also fun. i love malaysia secret receipe and KFC original. shiok and damn cheap.

4. the seafood dinner out of the camp on the last night at this semi kelong restaurant.

5. the time i spent reading God's Word, reflecting, and the worship sessions. amazing. the worship leaders did a great job. great choice of songs, good leading, and yet not too distracting and giving glory to God. was truly a great experience.



OK, as for 3 lessons i learnt. or re-learnt.

1. God is Almighty, Omnipotent. Faith in such a God is not misplaced. Kingdoms come and pass, but our God's kingdom will never pass. God gives and takes away.

2. The example of brave courageous and faithful Daniel. What a hero. Through fiery pits, lion's dens, interpreting visions and dreams, this man ought to be respected. i need to foolow him and do what is right in the eyes of God, all the time, and everytime, despite strong social pressure that says otherwise. What a character.

3. Ther ARE other Gods in my life that i need to get rid of. the things on earth ARE precious, like relationships, friends, family, money. All these are God given for out pleasure. Food too. but if we place them over and above God, the problem begins. Let's worship the Creator and not the creation. (dont worry baby you are second only to God)

yeap. with that, i end my long entry. pictures time. the next post will feature more of the people and my group Zephaniah.


us walking along the causeway. see the woodlands checkpoint in the back?

the building we were housed in. Majowe Camp. it is a Catholic campsite.

most of the law people.

a traditional KT pose.

mussels at our sumptuous seafood dinner.

a typical spread at our lunch in camp. 1 veg, side, and i meat.

my must have pose. with food.

i liked this chicken curry a lot. just slightly sicy but very tasty, it had a mysterious blend of spices and a tase i never experienced before. the food was generally good.

the fantastic roast chicken at the seafood dinner. Hallelujah!

return of the mushy - i love joni kok episode 2

ok i love joni and here are some photos of the lovely girl and i.

so how did we get together?
we went to this restaurant, Wild Rocket, opened by a ex lawyer. i think shawn wants to follow his footsteps. but anyway, do try the strawberry cheesecake. it is wonderful! the restaurant is located at Hangout Hotel, Mount Emily. it is a very nice place.

they have a romantic rooftop garden on the 7th floor. as it is located on a 'mountain', it overlooks the city area and you can see suntec and the rest there. we went atop, admired the scenery a lil, and i presented the flowers before her and asked,

'Baby, will you be my girlfriend?'

To which she replied: 'Yes.'

And that was it. old fashioned and formal. but i like it formal. must put it clear amd unequivocally la. express words. and now that i have blogged it, it is in writing as well. Yay! ok enough talk. some pics.


at the hotel lobby. so cute the deer. and the girl.

at the hotel lobby. so cute the guy. (i was coerced into taking the foto.)

the rooftop garden. see it 'live' lagi nice i tell you.

moments after we got together, beaming with love.

SHE IS SO PRETTY!!!! THE FLOWERS ARE SO COMPLEMENTARY!

this was taken after property paper. we went out had dinner and walked walked.

Me on the deckchair where shawn helped planted the flowers. thanks to sylvia too. i owe you guys a million.

my precious darling with the flowers at the garden. the flowers are really pretty. we went to rochor taohui place after we left, and this auntie kept staring at the flowers. she took the opportunity to clear our bowls after we finished and commented: 'WAH! HEN MEI LEH NA GE HUA!'. i was quite puzzled as to which was beautiful, the girl or the flowers. probably the former. but seriously, the flowers are damn pretty, and many people beo-ed them. they were so matching with her purple skirt.

Joni made these little penguins. haha. the fatter one on the right is 'me'. FYI, i am twice the weight and mass of joni. but i will cut down soon. dont think the tummy is very lovable.

ok, hope i grossed you guys out again. i am going for ANNTIC camp, monday to saturday. bye bye and God bless!

i love joni kok

LOVE!! LOVE!! LOVE!! LOVE!!!!

Love is in the air!

OK, for those who have been asking, yes it is now OFFICIAL! Joni and i are together! ok sorry getting a lil too mushy here. EEE. even i cannot take it. but yeap, i have a lovely GIRLFRIEND!!!! The cutest sweetest yummiest loveliest girl! (in my eyes la).

i dont have that many pictures of us but they will come soon! yay yay!!!

On a side note, exams are over, company law was difficult but i should get a minimum C grade. So that is fine!

God has blessed me many many this sem. but the greatest blessing is YOU, baby! On the other hand, i hope to be a blessing to you too, if i not already am. haha. May God lead us into a fruitful and wonderful and amazing and beautiful relationship in which we are a blessing to others as well!

ok i hope i didnt gross out many of you. i know by now, victor shawn and sylvia have been grossed out to the max(due to past actions). ahahaha. Sorry man, but i AM A MAN! I DARE TO ADMIT MY LOVE! YOU GOT A PROBLEM? ok ok just joking ah. deep down inside i am still an animal(ANIMALERL! ANIMALE!).
ok enuff nonsense, some pics of my baby-

me jerry joni eileen @siglap Gelare's.

isn't she lovely? Isnt she wonderful?

oops. duplicate!

baby and i.

joni looking bright and happy at the zoo.

nice group pic at the zoo entrance.

TADA! i am not very good at the programme la sorry so the heart is not very chio. but it's the effort that counts anyway right? haha! I LOVE YOU BABY!

MUACKS.

(the editor apologizes for the content of this entry if it is offensive or puke-worthy, however, he does not guarantee a non-recurrance of such explicit demonstration of love)