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Credits to 'manicho from DeviantArt... enjoy!! =P

http://manicho.deviantart.com/art/50-Photoshop-Postwork-Actions-65223059

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eEeh-LLo-hAh peeps...

Some of you know that I am working in the co-operative sector... for an apex orgnization spearheading the co-operative movement in Singapore... called the Singapore National Co-operative Federation (SNCF).

www.sncf.org.sg

For those who are interested to know the values driving the co-operative movement... here is a really well directed television commercial that gives you a glimpse of the flourishing movement!

For more information,

you can check out their website...

www.co-operative.coop/aboutus/

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I know every word in the bible is God-breathed... and one verse is just as important as another... but I do have a favourite verse and I believe many of my friends already know which verse that is!

Philippians 4:13

"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me"

For the past week or so, I have been going through Daniel for my daily devotions with the help of a book that provides commentary alongside the verses.

During yesterday's morning devotion, I took notice of a verse (Philippians 4:12) that was mentioned by the commentator to describe Daniel's response to the various situations he has been placed in.

Philippians 4:12

"I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need."

I have always been encouraged by Philippians 4:13 but never stopped to ponder over Philippians 4: 12. The commentator was trying to get across the point that Daniel was able to be content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.

Daniel never hesistated to praise the Lord when he was blessed with favour from the King, giving recognition to God for granting him wisdom to interpret the King's dreams.

Daniel 2: 20

"... Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his..."

Daniel 2: 30

"...But as for me, this secret is not revealed to me for any wisdom that I have more than any living, but for their sakes that shall make known the interpretation to the king, and that thou mightest know the thoughts of thy heart..."

In addition, as the book continues, Daniel rose to the occasions by continuing to place his confidence in the Lord despite being in dire states such as when he was thrown into the lion's den.

Likewise, I pray to God that I too, will be able to follow the example of Daniel and trust in the Lord with all my heart despite of the diverse situations I have been placed in or will be placed in the future.

Amen! =)

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A song I came across when I was YouTube surfing for nice guitar covers....

Enjoy... as I've had enjoyed! =)

Breathe

[ Taylor Swift ft. Colbie Caillat ]

I see your face in my mind as I drive away,

Cause none of us thought it was gonna end that way.

People are people,

And sometimes we change our minds.

But its killing me to see you go after all this time.

Mmm mmm mmm

Mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm

Mmm mmm mmm

Mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm

Music starts playin like the end of a sad movie,

Its the kinda ending you dont really wanna see.

Cause its tragedy and itll only bring you down,

Now I dont know what to be without you around.

And we know its never simple,

Never easy.

Never a clean break, noone here to save me.

Youre the only thing I know like the back of my hand,

And I cant,

Breathe,

Without you,

But I have to,

Breathe,

Without you,

But I have to.

Never wanted this, never wanna see you hurt.

Every little bump in the road I tried to swerve.

But people are people,

And sometimes it doesnt work out,

Nothing we say is gonna save us from the fall out.

And we know its never simple,

Never easy.

Never a clean break, no one here to save me.

Youre the only thing I know like the back of my hand,

And I cant,

Breathe,

Without you,

But I have to,

Breathe,

Without you,

But I have to.

Its two a.m.

Feelin' like I just lost a friend.

Hope you know its not easy,

Easy for me.

Its two a.m.

Feelin like I just lost a friend.

Hope you know this aint easy,

Easy for me.

And we know its never simple,

Never easy.

Never a clean break, noone here to save me.

Ohhh

I cant,

Breathe,

Without you,

But I have to,

Breathe,

Without you,

But I have to.

Sorry (oh) Sorry (mmm)

Sorry (eh eh) Sorry (mmm)

Sorry (eh eh) Sorry (mmm)

Sorry

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Ok... the text is pretty random..

Just added them to get an overall feel of a movie poster or sorts! =X

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Spectacular Viva La Vida acoustic guitar cover!

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Random shot of a street in Punggol

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Philippians 4:13

I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Hmm. I think I should add a clause to this.

I can do all things (pleasing and according to His will) through Christ which strengtheneth me.

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After reading Daniel's prayer for his people in Daniel Chapter 9, I began reflecting on the manner in which I've been making my requests to the Lord.

When I say I will pray fervently for someone or for some issues, am I really putting my heart and my all in seeking Him for guidance? Or am I simply ranting and whining in a lukewarm manner through my prayers, demanding for prayers to be answered? Have I been self-righteous, or have I humbled and identified myself as a sinner who has been saved by grace through faith? Do I truly trust Him as a God who keeps His promises, or have I made requests littered with seeds of doubts in my heart?

Daniel's prayer seem to intensify in the the last few verses from Chapter 9, and these verses seem to encapsulate the entire prayer. From them, I could really sense Daniel pouring his soul out to the Lord, expressing his anxieties, his fears and urgency for forgiveness and deliverance.

Daniel 9: 17-19 (ESV)

17 Now therefore, O our God, listen to the prayer of your servant and to his pleas for mercy, and for your own sake, O Lord, make your face to shine upon your sanctuary, which is desolate.

18 O my God, incline your ear and hear. Open your eyes and see our desolations, and the city that is called by your name. For we do not present our pleas before you because of our righteousness, but because of your great mercy.

19 O Lord, hear; O lord, forgive. O Lord, pay attention and act. Delay not, for your own sake, O my God, because your city and your people are called by your name.

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Will the legendary African Sea Coconut mixture that saw me through army prevail against my dreaded cough?!

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I personally believe that nightmares can sometimes be a manifestation of some of the worst fears we have in real life. If we mull over a matter long enough when we're awake, the burdens and anxieties we have can be reflected in our dreams.

Last night, I had a nightmare.

But ok, let's talk about the reality first. My tutees are having their examinations this week. I'm supposed to be helping the elder sibling with physics, mathematics and chemistry. I really struggle with chemistry and I often had to read through the textbook and the assessment exercises to revoke the "molecules" and "atoms" out of my memories.

It's a constant worry that I might not be able to help them and fulfill my responsibilities as a teacher. For once, I caught a glimpse of how some of the teachers who have taught me in the past must have felt. In this instance, my students are really obedient and willing to learn. I can't imagine how discouraged and unmotivated my teachers must have felt facing a student who has no desire to excel or show no interests in learning what was to be taught.

Anyway, the dream was a tad bit off reality, but I still believe it was a reflection of my worries. I dreamt that I am supposed to have 3 examination papers on a particular day. The Chemistry paper was supposed to be between 2 other papers and it was to be held at 1.50 p.m. It's really precise I understand but yes... the time for the chemistry paper was 1.50 p.m.

A Biology paper was to be held in evening after the Chemistry paper. From what I recall, I seem to be more preoccupied with the revision for my Biology paper instead of the Chemistry paper although it was the upcoming paper after the morning paper. Then again, I wasn't exactly preoccupied per se, because I vaguely remember playing some game while doing my revision. Apparently, I wasn't confident with Chemistry and procrastinated with my revision for that subject.

Time ticked by, and somehow or another, I woke up from a short nap, realizing I still had to revise for the Chemistry test. I switched to a "ultra-anxiety" mode.

Have I missed the test?

What time was it?

I vividly remember my sister in the dream, sitting on the sofa, observing my panic-stricken state. I looked at the clock, and realized the time was around 1.00 p.m., and I still had enough time to head to school for the Chemistry paper. However, I struggled and thought to myself, I haven't revised for it yet, how was I supposed to take the paper? I started looking for excuses, maybe I'm not feeling well? *cough*cough* I could take an MC from the doctor and I went through this whole state of limbo.... before waking up from my dream.

I felt sooooo relieved that it was just a dream. In reality, I am supposed to sit for an examination on Friday morning and for a moment, I thought I've missed the paper.

The dream appears to be a "synergistic" outcome of my fear for Chemistry, my upcoming test on Friday, and my constant problem of self-denial and procrastination, always waiting for the eleventh hour before I begin with my revision for the examinations or in fact, for any other matters.

It's amazing how a simple dream can be a sombre wake-up call. It makes me ponder over how real the consequences of my actions can be if I continued limbo-rocking through life with my bad habits.

Oh well... I wonder if this whole dream interpretation thing was a result of me studying and meditating over the book Daniel from the bible yesterday (I highly doubt so).

Anyway, given the wake-up call, I am so going to begin with my revision without procrastinating...

maybe... probably...

after a cup of hot tea?

Haha...

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Memory Verse

Proverbs 12:1 (ESV)

"Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid."

Wow... I think this verse is way direct... like in the face!

Kinda go hand in hand with what Pastor taught during Youth Fellowship last Saturday too...

Timothy 3:16 (ESV)

"All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness"

A timely reminder for me to be sensitive and to dig further into His word in order to be chastened and edified!

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Ehh-HhhmmZ...

A cutesy-ish & girly-ish song with a catch-y and cheerful-ish tune!

First introduced by Priscilla, and I chanced upon it when I was watching MTV today...

So here's it... Just Enjoy the Show!

The Show

By Lenka

I'm just a little bit caught in the middle

Life is a maze and love is a riddle

I don't know where to go I can't do it alone I've tried

And I don't know why

Slow it down

Make it stop

Or else my heart is going to pop

'Cause it's too much

Yeah, it's a lot

To be something I'm not

I'm a fool

Out of love

'Cause I just can't get enough

I'm just a little bit caught in the middle

Life is a maze and love is a riddle

I don't know where to go I can't do it alone I've tried

And I don't know why

I'm just a little girl lost in the moment

I'm so scared but I don't show it

I can't figure it out

It's bringing me down I know

I've got to let it go

And just enjoy the show

The sun is hot

In the sky

Just like a giant spotlight

The people follow the sign

And synchronize in time

It's a joke

Nobody knows

They've got a ticket to that show

Yeah

I'm just a little bit caught in the middle

Life is a maze and love is a riddle

I dont know where to go I can't do it alone I've tried

And I don't know why

I'm just a little girl lost in the moment

I'm so scared but I don't show it

I can't figure it out

It's bringing me down I know

I've got to let it go

And just enjoy the show

Just enjoy the show

I'm just a little bit caught in the middle

Life is a maze and love is a riddle

I dont know where to go I can't do it alone I've tried

And I don't know why

I'm just a little girl lost in the moment

I'm so scared but I don't show it

I can't figure it out

It's bringing me down I know

I've got to let it go

And just enjoy the show

dum de dum

dudum de dum

Just enjoy the show

dum de dum

dudum de dum

Just enjoy the show

I want my money back

I want my money back

I want my money back

Just enjoy the show

I want my money back

I want my money back

I want my money back

Just enjoy the show

Wooo....

Maybe I'll attempt a cover after my examinations...

Or a jamming/ karaoke session with my dearest FIBC youthiesss....

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35 Reasons Not to Sin

Jim Elliff, Christian Communicators Worldwide

1. Because a little sin leads to more sin.

2. Because my sin invites the discipline of God.

3. Because the time spent in sin is forever wasted.

4. Because my sin never pleases but always grieves God who loves me.

5. Because my sin places a greater burden on my spiritual leaders.

6. Because in time my sin always brings heaviness to my heart.

7. Because I am doing what I do not have to do.

8. Because my sin always makes me less than what I could be.

9. Because others, including my family, suffer consequences due to my sin.

10. Because my sin saddens the godly.

11. Because my sin makes the enemies of God rejoice.

12. Because sin deceives me into believing I have gained when in reality I have lost.

13. Because sin may keep me from qualifying for spiritual leadership.

14. Because the supposed benefits of my sin will never outweigh the consequences of disobedience.

15. Because repenting of my sin is such a painful process, yet I must repent.

16. Because sin is a very brief pleasure for an eternal loss.

17. Because my sin may influence others to sin.

18. Because my sin may keep others from knowing Christ.

19. Because sin makes light of the cross, upon which Christ died for the very purpose of taking away my sin.

20. Because it is impossible to sin and follow the Spirit at the same time.

21. Because God chooses not to respect the prayers of those who cherish their sin.

22. Because sin steals my reputation and robs me of my testimony.

23. Because others once more earnest than I have been destroyed by just such sins.

24. Because the inhabitants of heaven and hell would all testify to the foolishness of this sin.

25. Because sin and guilt may harm both mind and body.

26. Because sins mixed with service make the things of God tasteless.

27. Because suffering for sin has no joy or reward, though suffering for righteousness has both.

28. Because my sin is adultery with the world.

29. Because, though forgiven, I will review this very sin at the Judgment Seat where loss and gain of eternal rewards are applied.

30. Because I can never really know ahead of time just how severe the discipline for my sin might be.

31. Because my sin may be an indication of a lost condition.

32. Because to sin is not to love Christ.

33. Because my unwillingness to reject this sin now grants it an authority over me greater than I wish to believe.

34. Because sin glorifies God only in His judgment of it and His turning of it to good use, never because it is worth anything on its own.

35. Because I promised God He would be Lord of my life.

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Counter-Intuitive

The more I am afraid to lose...

The more bent I am on letting go...

For my almighty God to take control!

Matthew 6:33

"But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."

Hallelujah!