But I had a great trip.
Impromptu trip.
Had the weekend off from work. Yes - I have to work weekends now.
I needed a breather. Some time to let my emotions take a break, and enjoy the nice air and food of Sydney. It was a very quick trip, definitely not the ideal holiday plan for many of the people I know.
The idea was to leave home (Brisbane) at 5am in the Saturday morning, and return at 1pm on Sunday in time for Sunday church service. A lot of people would not understand why I wouldn't skip a Sunday of church to go for a holiday. Or some would not accept my itinerary plans of rushing back to Brisbane on Sunday (thus forgoing half a day of extra 'self-time'), because of Church.
My answer is very simple. And I found myself giving my colleague, who once asked me the same question, this very answer, "I just choose to put God above all other things in my life."
God has graced my trip to Sydney with an awesome bunch of people. People who love God and loved the time God has given us to enjoy. It was like a very thankful and life giving trip, because we kept discovering the little blessings God has placed in our trip. The prayers that stopped the rain. The buses that came at the right time. The taxi driver who was willing to charge us less. The "lap cheong" shop owner who came to start his shop 2 hours before opening hours just because they knew we wanted to buy something... The timing of every single event, the food we ate, the places we went... God left His fingerprint on all of them.
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| Adriano Zumbo Patisserie - Macaroons, Chocolate Mousse, and the famous V8 cake (photo credits to Chee) |
Not only was it a very refreshing trip, I also walked through the same paths I walked together with Atieno back two years ago... Those faith filled little steps back then.. and my today... I think I'm encouraged, and reminded once again of God's faithfulness... and His abilities to bring His promises to pass.
Relationship with God, is a journey.
My prayer... is that more people develop their relationships with God, knowing He is a trustworthy and promise-keeping God.
There are so many burdens I have to lay down before The Lord. And I'm learning to do them... so I can run faster after Him.
Goodnight world. :)
Oh.. yes, Ex-Files Promo Video... after many late nights and God's grace (I really mean this), it's completed. Be blessed.
Someone came to me after today's church service and told me they almost cried after watching the promo video. That comment really meant a lot to me.... such an encouragement in this season. :)
