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Thank you Lord

Wow... times flies...

It already 2010... looking at this blog remains me of the times when I had the zeal for the Lord to fight for NTU campus group. I wanted to see the campus group grow and see many NTU students come to know the Lord... Indeed, NTU campus group has grown and it is God's work. There were a few leaders before me that took the group, and I believe that now NTU is only at the beginning stage of reaping the fruit.

Not sure anyone would read this blog, but I just want to encourage all those before me and even myself. That God is good and God had not forsaken us. Stop slumbering, and get up to conquer what God has for us in our lives.

Just like Joshua and Caleb, they fast to the promise of God and they soar like eagle. I want to be like them. I had made stupid choices in my life and had forsake what God has prepared for me but yet God has again and again show me His grace. How could my heart not be move to do His will...

Lord, I pray for NTU campus group to grow bigger each semester and raise up students that are in the group now to take on greater things in their campus and they will have the desire to extend Your Kingdom in their school.

I also pray for my friends who had lead NTU before that they will turn back their heart to You and not dwell in their unholy ways. Revive them again.

In Jesus Name I pray.

N

Praise Adonai

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." - Jesus Christ, as recorded in John 14:27

RAW.vember

It's RAW.vember.
This special campaign month before the camp.

Yet, at the same time, it is the season where the pressure kicks in for most of us, especially those studying in NTU now and are about to start their exams this week. I don't think it'll be any easier for those who just started work, with the peak starting to creep in.

Here's something that I hope encourages.

You are forever in my life

You see me through the seasons

Cover me with Your hand

And lead me in Your righteousness

And I look to You

And I wait on You

I will sing to You, Lord

A hymn of love

For Your faithfulness to me

I'm carried in everlasting arms

You'll never let me go

Through it all

Hallelujah, hallelujah

This may be a season with great pressure and stress. It may be a season where you are adjusting with the demands of school/work. But let's bear in mind that God is faithful too see us through, whatever season you may find yourself it.

Trust in the Lord and do good.

Then you will live safely in the land and prosper.

Take delight in the Lord,

and he will give you your heart’s desires.

Commit everything you do to the Lord.

Trust him, and he will help you.

He will make your innocence radiate like the dawn,

and the justice of your cause will shine like the noonday sun.

Be still in the presence of the Lord,

and wait patiently for him to act.

Don’t worry about evil people who prosper

or fret about their wicked schemes.

Stop being angry!

Turn from your rage!

Do not lose your temper—

it only leads to harm.

For the wicked will be destroyed,

but those who trust in the Lord will possess the land.

Psalm 37:3-9

I can always remember a really tough semester, yet how God brought me through. Honestly, to date, I still know very clearly that I don't deserve those grades for that semester. Simply because I know I was struggling that badly that I didn't 'work' that hard to do well. I couldn't focus. But God was really good. And I firmly believe that without a doubt, He still is today.

I cannot say I fully know how it is like for those of you who are studying. I know some of you are really studying things that are challenging. I only know that God knows it full well. I pray that the above Scripture will encourage you to see that when you dare to trust God. He is good. I don't guarantee 'A's. That's not up to me to decide. But I can guarantee that whatever it is. When you dare to trust God and commit all that you are doing into His hands, as you walk in His will, you will possess the land. The land that is God's best. The land that is God's promised one. The land that overflows with abundance.

For those who are working, and I'm speaking to myself too, let's together trust God that God is God in all seasons. He is sovereign. He is in control. You are in good control when you allow Him to take charge. It may not be easy coping with the increasing workload, but let's trust in the One who is the same yesterday, today and forevermore! Amen?

RAW Camp - 15 to 18 December 2008

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Happy Children's Day!

Children's Day may sound like so far away from us since the last time we really get a celebration for it is when we were Primary 6.

But in my opinion, this is a special day even for all of us as children of God.

This is a very simple and nice song.
I hope that through listening to it, you'll be encouraged to stay simple for God.
No matter what your age may be, you're always a dear child to the Heavenly Father ya?

I have problems embedding the player. If it doesn't work, click on this link to get to the page to listen ya?

Dear God,
You know I want to be

A princess on a pony, Tarzan on a tree

Dear God,

You know I want to have

Funky toys and chunky shoes

Dear God,

You know I want to be

The top in my class, to be a great big star

Dear God,
But most of all I want to be with You

You're my great, big Daddy God

I wanna sit on your shoulders

See the whole wide world

Sing and whistle down the road

Into Your footsteps

Sing all the way home

I will never be the same again

A Long Overdue Entry

Hi all,

This is a short summary of my Philippines trip during May. Yes, it's long overdue. Well, I just got the photos this Monday. I guess I'll keep this post not as wordy but shall let the pictures do the talking.


Our first day at Philippines! Upon arrival at the airport, we decided to take a group photo. For me, it was the first time I stepped down a plane and walk on pavement instead of a link-bridge to the arrival area. Well, that's budget flight for me!

Just look at our happy faces! All excited for what is in store!

And when we got all our luggage settled, we were welcomed by Pastor Sam and his family. Naan, Pastor Sam's daughter, was super shy when she first saw us and kept hiding behind her mummy. Sister Jane told us she won't be like that for long and we realised it was true!


The next thing that begun was a crammed ride on the jeepney. It sure wasn't an easy time. We had to squeeze our backpacks and there were 15 of us plus Pastor Sam considering the fact that Sister Jane and Naan sat in front. For once, we knew how it felt to be like sardines in a can. Still, we didn't allow it to dampen our mood.

But well, as you know, Philippines isn't small like Singapore. For us to get from Clark Airport to Napo was more than a 15-hour ride on the jeepney. So, soon, the zzz bug hit us.

On day 2 afternoon, we finally arrived at Harvester Cornerstone Church at Napo, where we were welcomed with a sumptuous meal prepared by our dearest Filipino brothers and sisters! It was really heartwarming.

We had time to rest and settle down for a while before setting of to the mayor's for a courtesy call.


A photo taken with the Iriga City major. Let's keep praying for God to raise up godly leaders so that Philippines can see a change to being a powerful nation for God! (By the way, the sisters each got a bright yellow t-shirt from the mayor during our visit.)

That night, we went to the Iriga Presbytarian Church and it was a great time being with our brothers and sisters in Christ together in their service. They were really people who allowed God to use their talents! Their music is fantastic! One of them told us about how he had this desire to serve God, yet he didn't know how to play the instruments and he just came day after day to the church to practise with the instrument. And God did work through him powerfully. Now, he's able to play the drums, guitar, electric guitar, keyboard, sing as a vocalist, lead worship and even mentor others in the worship ministry! I was just amazed and that was when I truly understood what it means that God looks for a willing heart.

And that was also when we learnt the song 'Babad', which means soaked in Tagalog and totally loved it!


*I posted Wesly's and my photos only cos the whole team of us each took individual shots and I only selected some partially cos I was lazy and partially cos I guess it'll be better to post photos of those in the NTU group!

And on the next day, back in Napo, we went visiting the burangay captain of Napo who owns a HUGE garden. At there, we prophetically planted cocoa plants and even harvested sweet potatoes and a big papaya! Indeed, we believe we're there to harvest and sow and soon there'll be a GREAT multiplication of born-again Christians in the village!


Our Filipino brethrens really went all the way out to give their best for the outreach we had one of the nights in Napo. They decorated the stage and made it really so beautiful. It was really a blessing to have them. I was constantly reminded how important it is to be practical in showing love throughout the trip.


And one of the most exciting adventure we had was a climb up Mount Garayon. It was the first time our team had to climb terrarin. It was something challenging because most of us weren't physically prepared for that! I was super red by the end of the climb.


But it was truly worth it. Being able to be there to bless the villagers who don't even have much. What really moved me was the extent of our brethren would go to fulfill the Great Commission. I was told he would make a trip to climb the mountain and another behind just to get to the village and conduct bible study classes for a small group of villagers! Just one climb and I personally found it tough. How commendable the perseverance and the determination to carry through. Let us not just start well, but end well too! Amen?


On our way down Mount Garayon to get back to Harvester Cornerstone Church, we decided to take a short-cut and ended up going on a detour. We went to a wrong place. But God brought us to a beautiful sight. I simply love God's creation of the nature!

We went back drenched because it rained. But our hearts were all ready to join the rest of the team for an outreach at a basketball court! And that night, for the first time in my life. I saw fireflies! How lovely.


Another day, a small group of us went to Busay, where we had a short children church session with the children there. It was a time that was so well-spent. The children loved the story we shared from the Bible - the parable of the great banquet. And they even weaved takraw from leaves and gave the different one of us! And just before we left, when asked who wants to take photo, they were so eager to be near. There were so many of them trying to sit on my lap that I was almost squeezed out! Haha. And they really were nice people. When we left, they walked us all the way out and waved until they see our tricycle leave.


There was one night which we had this 'Encounter @ the Park", where we crazily sang songs of praise and danced in the middle of a park! Just imagine the weird glances we caught. But, it was really a good way to get people to hear what we wanted to share. After all the craziness, we acted a skit, which was something like the video Nic posted some time back. (Click on this if you need to refresh your memory!) And after that, we went around the park sharing with people about Jesus! That was when I understand, it's ok to be crazy for God!


Our climbing was not just once. We went up early in the morning at about 5 am to climb and pray for Ligao City. It was really refreshing and awesome. The view from the top was just breath-taking. The majesty of God's creation beautifully displayed.


We headed for Marinab during the last few days of our trip. This was where we had the church camp together with our Filipino brethrens. Thank God for such a lovely place! We were truly blessed.


The night we reached Marinab, we went climbing over this hill to get to the village on the other side. The village was a entirely different place from that in the previous picture. It was an area run-down and filled with darkness. The night when we went there to pray for the burangay captain, there was a sudden black-out. The whole village was turned into almost complete darkness. After walking out of the village, we climbed up and stayed at the hill top to praise and worship God, then took time to pray for the areas we can see from the top of the hill.


The next day, after witnessing the baptism of a few of our Filipino brothers and sisters, we climbed the hill again to the village. This time, we carried out our medical missions in the school compound there. There were just so many people with needs. I learnt how to treat wounds properly! And I'm an assistant to Jonathan, our hypo-count specialist! I learnt practical skills to meet the needs of others.


That same night, we had an outreach in the school compound. The whole area was just lit up by that one lightbulb you see in the picture. Yet, that didn't limit the move of God. The medical missions proved to be successful in softening the ground. That night, we saw 50 salvations from the children and 60 salvations from the youths and adults! It truly was a mighty move of God. Some of those I prayed for said they felt better after being prayed for. I believe it was so for the rest who prayed. Because, it was truly nothing else, but God working in our midst. Praise God!


And just a sunset taken in Philippines to mark an end to this post. This was taken on the last evening at Marinab. We took it after heading back to the resort from following up with those who got saved during the outreach in the village. It was really beautiful. I have always marvelled at how the sun is just a little glimpse of God's glory. It was so at Segamat. And again, it was so at Philippines.

All in all, God really worked in the different ones of us. I'm glad that I went. Going to Philippines was something I had all along said in my heart that I wished to even when I was a few month's old Christian. It was truly a great experience and I thank God for the lessons learnt. I thank God for the things He revealed to me and how He just led me through.

Missions - we all have a part to play.

Continue to pray together with us for Philippines ya? You may think that you don't know them. But God does!

Go. Give. Pray. :)

Mike Guglielmucci testimony of the song "Healer"

Hey ppl,

This is an interview of the band and Mike Guglielmucci, who has cancer and didn't write but sang "Healer", about how Mike has cancer and went on stage during the concert and by the anointing sang this song. Have a sense of expectation, an expectant heart to allow God to do something miraculous in our lives!

Jeremiah 3:22 "My wayward children," says the Lord, "come back to me, and I will hael your wayward hearts."

I was doing my devotion today and I came across this verse. I thought to myself. How many times I disobeyed God and sinned against Him, and how many times I say to myself that God wan't forgive me. It seems that I had post a judgement on myself. Who gave me the authority to put a final verdict? It was me!

Infact, recently I was asking God to correct my waywardness. I am tired of going cycle in my walk with God. I just want to totally sub-merged into the will and purpose of God. I felt that God heard my prayer and had lead me to this verse. I felt God is saying, "Nic, I will heal your wayward heart."

How it brings comfort to my soul... =)

God, thank you.

Nic