This Alabaster Jar, I Break it at Your Feet

9 more hours till 2008 ends:) 9 more hours and we can all scream 'Hello, 2009!' :D It's the most exciting time of the year and of course you need to spend it with the most exciting bunch of people. Watchnight service tonight and then, all night activity with the youths! I can't wait, can't wait.

I had a really fruitful brunch with Angie ytd morning. My bad, I overslept and made her wait :S Seriously, something is just super wrong with me. I have been sleeping through all my appointments and this is a bad bad habit. I soo need to kick it out of my new year.

Okay, back to our brunch date; even though she isn't my official leader anymore. But I must say, each time we meet up she would never fail to speak into my life and even though its an informal meeting; she'd impact me and really challenge me in my spiritual walk with God. Not just that, but really push me to rise up in my responsibility and love for the youths. Angie's heart for the youths has been a model and inspiration for me.

I thank God for all the leaders He's placed above me, and placed alongside me. For I wouldn't be here today. Had it not been their prayers, their encouragements, not forgetting their correction in love:)

New year, new beginnings. New responsibilities, new level of faith. New challenges, new level of interdependence with God. Okay 2009, I'm ready, Bring it On!

I'm looking forward to 2009 and the greater things that God has in store for us as a youth ministry, as a region, as a net, and as individuals. Without a shadow of doubt, I know God is going to bring in the harvest and we, Your harvesters are ready:) 'The harvest is plenty, and the workers are many!' Then we'll have 300 net leaders by the end of next year:D Sounds exciting huh? That's why I can't wait:)

As a region, I'm sure this is the year where many will rise up and take up different responsibilities in the region. Well, what do you expect even our YYOA (Younger Youths Organizing Association) is rising up and taking initiatives. Older Youths, can't just sit back 'relac one korner' anymore:D And then, and then the region will Boom! And nets will multiply, many many times! Amen Qigebages?

And as individuals I'm sure God has great plans for everyone, and I know that God will bring everyone to the next level:) In terms of love for one another and love for Him. I'm sure He will bring many to a new level of faith, a new level of responsibility. Yay, it's fulfilling to stand at one point and look back 'woah, he's really grown this past year.' And that's exactly what I'm marvelling at now.

As for me, I'm consecrating the year for God for Him to do as He will in my life:) Setting this year apart to focus on ministry and as God enables invest my life in the lives of others. I'm anticipating an exciting story to tell by the end of next year:)

Awaiting the unfolding of an adventurous journey with my King the coming year.

Happy Birthday Ang Cheok

Today, 28th Dec, is Samuel Heng's birthday:) A really dear friend that has watched me transform from an Ah Lian to an Old-Fashioned Auntie. Eh, I don't agree with that transformation term, it's just something they always said!

Aiyah, but that's besides the point, the star isn't me today. I'd say, we've gone through quite a bit as friends. Talk about mountains and valleys, haha.

Well bro, you have been a real big blessing in my life, and in the lives of many many others, for sure! You're the of super fun-to-be-with kind of friend, and a cool-to-be-around person. Haha, I'll never forget how everyone listens to you. Remember how Serena called for the youths to move 10 times and no one listened until you stood up and said let's go, everyone followed. Well, meet Sammy, Mr charismatic and influential:D

Thanks for the times you really encouraged me when I'm sad, or when I'm really discouraged you would uplift me. Thanks for being such a great friend, all these 4 years:) Don't think of dumping this friendship! Even when I'm old and grow wrinkles, make sure you're still around when I need someone to perk me up:)

Take care my dear friend, a good brother-in-Christ. May you grow to love God more each day and find favour with Him. Never let go of you calling, Pastor Heng. Happy 18th!

Tick Tock, Tick Tock.

I wonder if the level of tiredness varies directly with the desire to blog. Haha, despite my super heavy eyelids from staying up late rushing Christmas cards, my fingers rush to turn on this laptop and start tapping away! Whee, says the tired mind (ironically).

4 more days till the year officially ends.

Has it occured to you that 2008 will never come back, ever again? Time is a really scary thing huh, the reality that time can never be stopped, just blows my mind. Once a second pasts, it never comes back. Even as I sit here typing, time is ticking away, with not even a tinge of regret. Thats how unmerciful time is.

No guys, a time machine does not, and will never exist. A tick of the second hand will not reverse itself. No matter how hard you try to decieve yourself by buying a still clock. Time never stops, and it never turns back.

It's a real random thought birthed from reflecting on what I have accomplished for the year. Nothing significant but I guess, it was a good year overall. Watched my net grow, seen different young ones grow in God, made new friends and grow to love old ones more:) Seen the salvation of my friends, seen many potentials rising up. Woah, its been a really fruitful year!

I dread standing at the end of the year and find that I hardly accomplish anything:S I guess time lost is the saddest thing, because even a million dollars can't retrieve those moments.

So I want to purpose in my heart to kick all my procrastination and stop taking time for granted. For every ticking of the clock means time and moments that can never be relived. Sounds like a lot of things I have to work on this coming year:D Haha.

And I encourage you, seize every oppotuninty to live your lives to the fullest, according to God's plans. Capture every moment you have with those around you for time would bear no mercy. Don't worry, God is good! He'd expand your time if you choose to honour Him with it, trust me, He would:)

With Gratitude.

These thoughts found it's way into my head:

That my every day and my every breath is a gift from Above,
That each of my waking moment is a miracle by God.
That each time my heart beats its only possible because He enables,
That I'm blessed only because He chose to bless.

That the food I eat, the clothes I wear are from Him,
That which I ought to be ashamed when I'm found complaining of a lack.
That even the people in my lives are graciously placed there by Him,
That which I ought to be thankful for the support they have been.

That being able to praise Him in earthly vessels is a Priviledge,
That being called by Him is all by Grace and Mercy.
That nothing I call mine is truly mine,
That it's all because all I that I am, all that I have, is His.

That this one life I'll live for Him,
That's because it's this one life, He gave to me.

So with the every breath I take, and with each moment I'm awake
I give thanks to God above,
For His Faithfulness, Grace and Love.

Happy Belated Birthday, Jesus.

Merry Christmas for the 101 times readers! :D I'm not late right? There's 12 days of Christmas, awesome! Haha, I super love this season, everywhere you go, you see lights, hear carolings, smell turkey! As of date, I have attended 3 Christmas Parties, 1 more blast party this Monday; Region Qigebage's Winter Wonderland:)


It's a pretty busy Christmas this year. With line ups, party and events for the season. The youths first had caroling at Macpherson RC last Saturday. We practiced real hard, but somehow, it didnt turn out as planned:S Haha, but I suppose, as long as they had fun! We all had Mac's after that, it's becoming an annual thing.
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Monday's Class Christmas Party was super fun! And here's the link to the facebook photos uploaded by Inez;
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/album.php?aid=68400&id=508601579&ref=nf

On Tuesday, my net carolled at my block, and it was sooo amazing! Initially, I was pretty hesitant to carol at my block since I wasn't exactly very open myself. On top of that, there were First Toa Payoh school mates living in my block:S But God is good. My neighbours were very kind, and in 2 hours we carolled to 15 homes! With that, we only managed to cover 5 storeys due to a lack of time:) I think we're coming back again next year!

Then Wed, 10 of us headed to Marc's place for His family party. Although there wasn't any line-ups, it was pretty fun nonetheless. We had super good food, with super good fellowship and very very hospitable hosts (his parents). They made us carol for them and shouted for an encore, which we didn't honour. Haha! Went Vivo afterward and waited for the (working) carollers to join us. Then, home we went.

On Christmas Day; Christmas Service at Futsing turned out to be quite good! Christmas in a stable economy; the theme didn't really impress me. But it turned out to be quite exciting:) There was breakfast, youth caroling, hilarious drama presentation (maybe because there's Justin Chia), Violin recital by Megan, powerful testimony by Shawn Soh, and then many many salvations!

There's certainly no greater gift than the gift of lives to Jesus on His birthday! And truly, it was heartwarming to see the number of salvations and rededication at the altar yesterday:) There's too, no greater joy than to see lives of friends and loved ones come to know Him.

A new year marks many new beginnings. And the thought of it is making my heart thump a beat faster:D I can't wait to watch another year unfold before my eyes. And know that everyday in the year belongs to the Father.

Youths, behold 09' and many more salvations into the ministry:)

Go, Tell it on a Mountain

Yay, its probably been a thousand times since, that I've expressed my excitement for this Christmas Season! Just 2 days away from Christmas, I can soooooo smell it, feel it, see it coming! Not jumping for Santa, not really the present but it's just a really special day:) Everyone would be all smiley, and happy because it's Jesus' birthday!

Yesterday (telling by the clock now), was our class' Christmas gathering. I promise, Kimmy and I were sooo totally excited about the whole thing! Although the turn out was about 9 of us, I did enjoy the whole meeting. It was a really nice get-together, talking countries, cars (which I totally have no idea about), recording our duper awesome Medley (besides my sounding awful and hitting the wrong keys, LOL!) and just enjoying each others' company! Not mentioning the companion of an awesome dinner prepared by Kimmy, Mum and Helper. I spent almost 10 hours in Kim's place; reaching at 2pm to help decorate the place (and play with her dog, Lollipop) and leaving at 11.30pm.

My sentiments; even though only the minoirty showed up, the party was a success.

So Kimmy, take heart yeah, your efforts did pay off! I'm sure everyone did enjoyed themselves lah, for those that couldn't make it, count it their loss! Haha, you deserve a great applause for all the planning, coordinating, cooking and making things happen:) And I really appreciate all that you've done and appreciate all that made it, that made it super fun!

And so I had my first official Christmas Party:) I can't wait for Marc's place, the regional service, and then our youth party on the 29th. I can almost see our crazy Singaporean youths in winter wear(LOL!), it's going to be awesome! Party Comm, you have one loyal fan anticipating the party here:D

It's late, late, late! All these thoughts of Christmas is making me sooooo excited, I'm literally surviving on adrenalin rushes through this unearthly hour. Hah! Running really low right now, so I'm bidding my goodbye and hitting the sack:)

Hello, Christmas.

An Offering of Praise I will Bring

It sucks to fall sick during the holidays! It's spoiling my mood to do the 1001 things I want to do. Christmas Shopping, Window Shopping, Real Shopping, CNY Shopping (can't wait!). Oh, and Spring Cleaning my room:S Ever since common tests, I have messed up my room and have yet to find time to reverse the mess. Haha! Anyone wants to help? :D

Grace Chan just reminded me that I need to start preparing Christmas gifts real soooooon. I still haven't decided what to give this year. I'm so tempted to take the easy way out. Buy a zillion packet of sweets and give it out! Haha. We'll see about that.

Yesterday, we had consultation in school for IEF. Apparently we didn't do well for the common test paper that's why teacher is trying to help us with the project. Oh man, we're all dead like a doo doo! Heh, the bad-er news is, my group's project isn't very well done. No time, no time, and we have to reconstruct the whole thing. Needing lots of grace, wisdom and strength! I would appreciate some genius giving me their views on Russia's Assertiveness. Heh!

I hate projects and love Christmas:) So I'm so going to rush all my projects so that I can truly soak myself in this festive season, and celebrate Jesus' Birthday with all the saints world-wide!

Isn't it truly, with the blink of an eye, the whole year has passed by. Before you realize, we'd be counting down to a new year already! I should start thinking of my New Year's Resolution which half the time never come to past. Oh well, but it's just for the fun of it. Heh.

Year ends is also a season to recount God's goodness in our lives:) Don't enter the new year without giving thanks to the Lord that has been faithful in blessing and watching over you!

Selfless Perfect Love Displayed on The Cross

First day of school holidays and I'm exhausted already! Had a date with Mum and Keith today. For some reason, Mum's friend's son tagged along and I so became a nanny. Although Auntie (Mum's domestic helper) tagged along, she couldn't handle the kids as well. A family date just sounds nice. In actual fact, mum wanted me to be with the kids while she attends her meetings:(
1. Brought them for Lunch while she had a meeting. We waited, and waited for her while the kids climb everywhere and over my head (not literally, thank God).
2. Brought them for Bolt while she went for meeting #2. This time it was easier, they enjoyed the movie and watched quietly. Well, almost quietly except the super loud laughters:D
3. She has meeting #3 while I had to catch, scold, reason and run after kids in the middle of Bugis.

A test of my patience I must say, but I guess, it's a good experience. Still doesn't change the fact that I love kids, even the super notorious ones:) Headache, tiring but I don't mind bringing them again. I just didn't like the waitings, and feeling so, (sigh) I don't know how to put it to words. But of course, I still love Mum:)

4 projects to face this holidays, I should wrap it all up and put it under my neighbour's christmas tree this year. Or perhaps, take it for a gift exchange! :D

Bless the Broken Road
Doesn't signify anything, its just playing on my itunes now:)

Yeehaw! Spell this wonderful word with me, H-O-L-I-D-A-Y-S:) Yesterday marked the last day of my common tests and I am so, so happy that the holidays are here to stay (for 3 weeks).

This time round I have to say I had little discipline and a short attention span. For the past week I had 2 papers on Tues and Thurs. I did not start revising until it was really late then I started panicking and burning midnight oil. Every other thing came as a distraction, including the fact that the rest has set off to youthcamp and I was stucked in Singapore!

But God was faithful and He always is. I managed to attempt my paper and I think there shouldn't be much of a problem. Once again, it's all credits to God! It just couldn't be me. And I know that I should never take things for granted, the next time an exam approaches, I've got to give my best, do my part and let God bless.

Yesterday was a super event-full day.

After our papers, we were meant to go out as a class. While heading to town on the bus, I dropped my wallet and alighted. Thank God for Kimmy and Claud that tagged along with me on hot wheels chasing after the bus for my wallet. We did manage to catch up with the bus but failed to find the wallet. Honestly, I was super upset with myself for being so careless, and at the same time, fearful because I didn't know how to tell my dad about it. (If Wongy reads this, she's going to scold me!)

But wait, I haven't finish! The guys head for town while Kimmy and Claud accompanied me. I wanted to go home, take money and come out again. Just then, I received news about my missing wallet! Woohooooo. Mr Nice contacted Freda, my ex-collegue through her namecard i kept in my wallet. So we went down to Paya Lebar to meet him (He's a Christian too). And thank God, I got back my wallet, whole with everything intact. God is indeed a prayer-answering God:) No doubt!

Retrieving my wallet when it's an almost impossible task calls for celebration! 3 of us then went to town to meet the rest of them and had Suki Sushi Buffet. Oh my word, we so sat on the wrong table with Benedict and Yu Song. The amount they ordered could feed 3 Sumo-wrestlers! Seriously, I was so on the verge of puking. We had to result to all sorts of tactic to hide the leftovers. Even though Yusong and Ben (surprisingly) were huge eaters, what they ordered was simply, too much lah. And, no more salmon sashimi for me for at least, the rest of this year!

I'm looking forward to more class outings this holidays. A ladies' day out and a class Christmas Party:) Happening eh, but someone needs to teach my class' guys to be more appreaciative! The sem is ending, which means gatherings like this again will be even harder. Every effort counts in making a friendship possible. We'd make the avenue, but will you make the effort? Not finding any fault, it's just a thought.

Yay, the campers came home yesterday. All alive and kicking. Honestly it's going too be 'urgh' cause for at least 2 whole weeks, they'll go on and on about camp. And only to know you missed all the fun and good times they had. Nonetheless, I still want to know:D At least as they rant, my imaginations can take me there. Haha, all the sad people that didn't go, let's pray now for permission to go next year!

Can't wait for net tonight:)

I Will Give You Glory

As I'm typing this, the adrenalin is still making me really queasy. With my exams just 1 day away, I get sweaty palms and feet and a spinning head. It happens when exams are near, and more so this time. Why? Heh, because I procrastinated big time and now, I'm panicking! I need air, need airrr!

Haha, so much for panicking and still blogging away:S

Last Sunday was 180, way awesome! Fusion Youth Hub was packed out by 230pm with all the chill-out activities going on. WII, manicure, and boardgames. Everybodys running all around the building, either being real busy or at least, trying to look busy:D Like I always do, heh!

Yeah, and thank God my classmates came! Most of them did, to watch Marc dance his little a-go-go! Haha. And yes, talking about dance. The annual dance competition is just getting better and better each year. It's just impressive to see all the dancers excelling for His Glory sake. Not just ordicary dancers, but dancers with a purpose:) Keep grooving, keep grooving!

But of course, great job Adam& Eve. I am, everyone is, so so so proud of you. It's just such a joy watching you guys upfont, giving your best shot for God. Seriously, you guys totally melted my heart! Cheesy, but true:D

Indeed you've all gone through a lot together. Laughing, crying, learning, growing, more laughing, more fun, and more dancing. We've learned a great deal, haven't we? All of you had played a part in making this journey a super duper enjoyable one!

More importantly, thank God for His faithfulness to this team. At every practice, God never fails to visit and grant the team His presence, wherever we are. Although it's but a short time period together, I've seen how God knitted this team together, how He's drawn us as individuals close to Him. For all He's done in your life, don't let go.

In every situation give thanks, and give Him all the glory. Adam&Eve, you have done super well! And I'm sure God is pleased, I'm sure He'll take joy in the worship you bring.

Yay, encore on Christmas! I'm already looking forward to see you guys on stage again;) Keep giving it your best!