No man's land

New York Knicks won Toronto Raptors today. It's a sweet feeling. I've kinda supported the Toronto Raptors quite a bit in the past... but right now, I'm officially saying that I'm a supporter of the New York Knicks! And... so, the Knicks beat Raptors, bringing them to their 6th win this season! Amazing God moment for New York Knicks, and Jeremy Lin.

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Alright, now for the real entry      
(which I wrote before writing the above)

Some times it really feels like I belong in no man's land.
Not in Singapore... not in Brisbane....
Where's my country?

Driving along the streets of Brisbane... down Coronation Drive, to Underwood, to Calamvale, to Sunnybank Hills, Sunnybank... then back on the Pacific Motorway, and back to St Lucia... it feels, weird today.

Too much emotions to grapple as I cruised along those roads back down. It felt like 2011 totally replaying itself from January to December. The roads I drove along so much last year.. feels like, all of a sudden it's an emotional entangling of uncertainty and discomfort. I'm reminded by even more road trips.. the events and happenings of 2011. Good and bad... anyway.

I hope the picture paints clearer soon... I saw a mild rainbow as I drove out today, maybe it's once again God's reminder and promise for me. I'm looking forward to God's direction and instruction this year.

No man's land? The things of the earth will one day grow dim and disappear. But, my passport writes "The Heavenly Kingdom". Jesus promised a better place we will all go.
And my mission on earth is to help Jesus give this passport to as many people as I can before I go there one day.

God is really good... I pray more will see and know Him.
There's nothing better than living a life with Jesus and His purposes for us.

Pray with me... pray for me.
Goodnight.

Happy Valentine's Day

This year's Valentine's day been interesting.

I call it - Va-LIN-tine's day. Haha... ok, Linsanity's caught up on me... I see Jeremy Lin like on every post of my facebook. So much so I'm feeling a little guilty about it.
I'll accredit this 'linsanity obession' to a couple of reasons:
- Jeremy Lin loves God
- Jeremy Lin is a great Asian basketballer
- Jeremy Lin gave credits to God and his team - a humble man
- I love God
- I enjoy watching testimonies of God in people's lives
- I love basketball
- I love Asian... men. HAHAHA..

Anyway.. no, my valentine's day hasn't been special because of Jeremy Lin.

It's been special cuz this year, there's this deep sense of security I feel like I've never felt before. In my walk with God the past years, I've always hoped for a special thing to happen on Vday.. or just something special. But this year, it's like I know, what God has taught me over the past 4 years.. and who my security is in.

This year, my day was special, because I worked hard at work. Deciding to give my all to glorify God, and learn to do my best in my tasks. And I succeeded... and I'm really glad.

And this year, my day was special too, because I spent my evening at Prayer Meeting... because I had things to pray for, because I wanted to touch God and to have that spiritual transaction with Heaven.

OK! Back to my tasks before I head to lala land... try to wake up for an early swim tomorrow at the new UQ Swimming Pool! *hopefully...*?

Alright, before I go... I really need to share this link on my blog.

My all time favourite rapper Jin drops the beat for Jeremy Lin. AYOJIN... AIYA!
Why do all these people I feature on my blog, kinda interlink some how?
Whichever way, I just want to keep them in prayer.

Enjoy.

Chorus

Yeah I been on my grind
reachin' for the top and You've been on my mind
they stready tryin' to stop my shine
but it's always been Yours its never been mine
You always come thru just in the nick of time
You come thru in the nick of time
You come thru in the nick of time
so I give it up to You everytime I shine

Verse 1
See this if life to me to you it's entertainment
its quite intricate and only I can explain it
to say I've come a long way would be an understatement
the moment of truth every single one is savored
chasing greatness not the pressure that it came with
far from picture perfect observe as I paint it
dealing with the games highs and lows
you win some you lose some yeah I suppose
but when the sweet smell of victory is by my nose
I see whats goin' on even when my eyes are closed
guarantee you're not stoppin' me or blockin' me
all I need is one shot promised you'll be shocked to see
the outcome I don't just play to win
everytime I lace up yeah I play for Him
doin' my all to make sure that Your glory is known
while they fighting for the title see the King on His throne

Verse 2
Yes I'm really here to serve You not just pretend to
with each setback I intend to
learn from experience and get better with time
no matter what I achieve none of the credit is mine
in the grand scheme of things You're the head of design
and in any circumstance You said I'll be fine
the ultimate play maker I follow Your lead
never find need to feed into these naysayers
who repeatedly told me that I would never make
You're probably testing me to see if I could take it
the bond between us they could never break it
all that You have given me I shall not forsake it
Your grace patience and all of Your love
which one don't I deserve it's all the above
where amazing happens I love this game
only one reason I'm playing and God is His name

Jesus Shining on the Courts of NBA

I can't help but write this entry.

There's a lot going on for Jeremy Lin right now in the lime light.

Jesus is shining on the courts of the NBA.

In the midst of all the WOWS and fame, let us pray for Jeremy, to continue to shine for Jesus, for his heart and his victories won in Christ Jesus.

Lots going on right now.. this year.. my prayer list just gets longer. It's hard to remember what to pray if I don't write them now...

Let's pray. :)

Jeremy Lin - Playing & Shining for Jesus on the Basketball Courts

Two days ago, Zhong You asked me to YouTube Jeremy Lin. Then another day later, Jaeson Ma posted something on Jeremy Lin.

Intrigued, I went and checked it out.

I'm really touched and humbled by this young man, his heart for Jesus.
The road hasn't always been easy, but Jeremy has learned to place Jesus in the centre of his life.

Yet, another honest soul, testify and shining for God. A man who is not ashamed to admit that he is still a man weak and susceptible to temptations. A man who despite that, still strives to shine and dedicate each day of his life to God's glory and purpose.

Praise God.

Jeremy Lin's Interview with Good TV

I'm humbled and encouraged.


Thanking and giving all glory to God even in Secular Interviews


After a victory, he was interviewed, in which he gave glory to God immediately. A very humble man when asked, "What did you do to make it happen?" He said, "It's really not about what I did, it was team defense...we played hard together."

And last video:

Do you see the joy he brings to the team when partnering with Christ?  I've never really seen much basketball matches that have players smiling like that through the game!

Well, that's wraps up my entry for today.
Go Jeremy Lin, for God! :)