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

Moments

I know it when my heart feels pain. I know it when it hurts.
Over the years, I've learned to openly identify pain with my heart. No cover ups.
So I'm coming to terms with my emotions and how my heart feels at times.
Circumstances do play a role in creating one's worst and best emotions at times. But I'm determined not to let them rule over me.
Easy to say as it is. But what else can I do but pray.
I heard His Spirit calling out within me to channel all that strength and frustrations to prayer.
If my heart wrenches. Wrench in prayer.
If I want to cry, cry liquid prayers.
If I don't understand, pray... it helps.
If I don't see no road ahead that seems straight, pray... and take a step of faith... then another step. Just keep walking.
When will the light at the end of the tunnel show?
Why do us humans cringe at the thoughts of how fearful things can be?
I'm merely human. Not all knowing. I'm afraid of waiting. I'm afraid of not having an answer.
But I got my God who knows it all.
And He's telling me, trust me.
He's telling me, lay your burdens down, and look to me.

"And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

- Philippians 4:7 (NIV)

In times like this, thank God for inspiring great songs.

Another song by Michael Jacobs.
Very heart felt and truthful.

He says, "Please listen to the entire song, the first verse is how I was feeling for a long time and I feel that God was pushing me to make this song, so I hope you guys enjoy it! ".



To find out more about the song and what he felt while he wrote it, click the video to go to YouTube. :)

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I have a dream for the media industry. I really do.

Underage Short Film

I sometimes wallow in self-pity and over-magnify my own minute state of life... yet forgetting my security is found in Christ. And in times like this... God does bring me gentle reminders. And at the same time, encourage me through His faithfulness, that I have a friend like Him. This season hasn't been most easy, neither has it been too difficult. But all things work for God and He uses all things.

I've been sick at home for the past 3 days... hasn't been an easy 3 days as well. See.. I had to be near a toilet all the time. Haha... But I thank God for rest, and even friends who rang up and drove me to the clinic.It's been a good time for me to reflect on my life as well.. hard not to, when I'm facing four walls in my room daily. And to let God search my heart..

At the same time, I've seen some amazing but heart wrenching short films (some on my facebook now cuz I can't link it here)... The world needs to see more of these films... it is the truth... why are we magnifying celebrity gossip news, or news about things that people just sit back and go, "oh, that again? ah, that's stupid." But things that happens daily in the world that nobody really sees... and when we screen them on TV, people go "so sad... but they just do this to ask us to donate".




I don't know about you but these films don't just make me want to donate, but make me want to be OUT THERE, fulfilling a purpose greater than myself. Living a life more than just for myself. I'm not noble and true I can't step out this day... but film and media - that's the avenue I have at the moment... I want the world to see it. And see it, so there hearts will say, "Here I am Lord, send me." This work cannot be done alone. The body of Christ needs to unite and do it together, each fulfilling their role.

Hurray!! Victory!!!

I am very happy girl today. It's a joyous occasion. Something I've been praying for more than 4 years now has happened. God is faithful.

And other things... are making me happy and joyful as well.

2 job offers... 1 more to come? Crossroad number 2, but I'm praying for clarity.

Ps Wenan said they were all praying for me. It's so encouraging... I'm really thankful, and see God's favour.

Went for a jog this morning, and felt a strong uncomfortably plus depressive blow strike at me from the enemy. When things are going well, the enemy tries to destroy and steal. I kept praying and praying... and stood firmly and held strong unto God. To be honest, it wasn't easy but I prayed and praised God as I ran... soon the enemy left.

In the midst of many battles, both mine and my friends, I see lots of victories happening too... in two of my sheep's lives... in my leaders' lives... in my fellow sisters' and brothers' lives.. The enemy's been defeated,  death couldn't hold Jesus down. Friends, know who we stand in the Lord, and keep praying! Prayer is partnership with God to partake in Victory!! Yeah, I'm waving the flag of victory....!

And it's amazing, I randomly clicked on one of the sermons at Mavuno today. It's not a very recent sermon but out of the many sermons on the site, I just clicked this one. And it apparently talked about the MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT industry! How clear can God strike His vision for me when He really wants to?

Enjoy this sermon... from 37:00min onwards... you'll be so so blessed. Really.

03 Setting The Agenda (Wired For Greatness) from Mavuno Church on Vimeo.

Tonight I commission Xiao Jie to do God's work tomorrow in His safe hands. The Church needs more prayer and covering! So please pray pray and pray pray pray!! :)

Goodnight... and now let's welcome another exciting victorious week!!!

God is awesome!!!

Faithstones

What's faithstones? It's not milestones. It's faith stones. Because it's like reaching a milestone, but not exactly a mile. Faith is believing something you do not see.. so, I'll call it Faithstones, cuz I can't see the distance. But... read this entry, to see 3 faith stones that God has highlighted in my life, and those around me... and those far-yet-near to me.

Faithstone 1: Heaven Smiled

I had a great opportunity to witness 3 brothers and sisters' water baptism this morning. It felt awesome there to witness that moment that they publicly proclaimed their faith in Jesus. That moment God kinda nudged me in my elbow and that silent approval and peace was there.

I'm so happy for them, and in moments like that, I learn to appreciate the work that God is doing in many individuals. And at times like that, it was just like Heaven came down.

God is raising up a generation of faith filled people who would respond to Him, both with their hearts and hand.

Faithstone 2: I'm 24 and Thank you

So, my 24th birthday just passed. It's been a different year, and a great year that I've learnt a lot about myself and how to treat others. I also learnt compassion, not just in my head, but in my heart. I also learnt to appreciate others, and be real to myself and others. I don't want to name the few names here, but you know who you are, and you have been a great blessing to me by boldly speaking truth and honesty into my life.

I want to thank God for the floodgates of resources that He opened and how He multiplied one small heart intention greatly. I was a little fearful of doing this fundraiser because I was worried a poor response I might get. But God encouraged me to go ahead and just within 3 days, a total of $723.00 was collected for Compassion Australia. And more is to come... I know, cuz some people said they were going to still add in their share, so I'm going to keep it going! Thank you all, who blessed my heart so greatly in blessing children in poverty on my birthday. And if you still like to donate, please go to my fundraiser website here!

This year has just been a year of great spiritual blessing and that infilling from God just overflowed. Instead of waiting for others to throw me a party or surprise, I decided to have just a couple of friends over to enjoy pieces of my home made pizza. It was such a great time - see more photos on my facebook.

And in just giving, God gave me even more on my birthday. Four birthday cakes, love and a huge present. :) A present in a vision. Don't know what it is yet... :) But God has great gifts!

In addition, I want to thank God for the many people around me and my family... all you who know you've played a part in my life, whether big or small, too many to list. Thank you. You're in my heart and prayers, not just around me.

Faithstone 3: The Potter's Faithfulness - His Work to This Day

You know what makes my heart joyful these days? Knowing God's heart and seeing people rising up see God's heart. People who are willing to lay it all down and say, Jesus you pick it up.

This morning I saw Jin's latest post and it once again reminded me about God's faithfulness:

2002: Age 20. Sitting on the top of the world.

2009: Age 27. Trying to change the world..

In conclusion, each strand of hair represents a life lesson I learned throughout the years.

If you read in my past entries about how Jin played a huge influence in me before I (or him) became a Christian, you'll be so amazed by his every step. I love this man, his willingness to humble himself fully and respond to God, not just in words, but in his heart. Go Jin!

Whenever I'm discouraged, God will remind me of the works He did in both Jin and VanNess's lives. Amazing.

To end my entry, so I can go back to do what I was doing (I really had to get this entry out), I'll just post up part 2 of the NOW I CAN short film. Hee.. ok, I'll post up part 1 again in case you forgot! VanNess and Jin, keep GOING4GOD!

Part 1:


Part 2:

Claiming the Media for God

I'm on a special journey with God. He's taking me on a magic carpet ride.

In the last 25 days, it has been more than just awesome. God has been showing me visions and even speaking into my heart.

I want to in this moment take some time here and thank both Atieno and Elysaa for being such great spiritual covenant friends and mentors in my life. Getting to know God more and more do bring about some difficulties from the world, but God who has been faithful in pursuing me has sent great angels like them to watch over my life.

The Pathway of Preparation

Over the past year God has been speaking to me more and more about cutting off from secular music. That is also why you realise I don't like to listen to the radio in my car while I drive. I think there is already a lot that the world is speaking to our minds in our day to day life. The last thing we really need are worldy songs that can resoud and stay in our heads for a long time.

The Holy Spirit has just been further convicted in discerning the times and trends arising. Something inside of me wants to be shut off from what the world or hollywood is telling me, but maybe I have not truly been addressing this issue.

Protection from God during times of Training

Today I watched a snippet of an extrememly long documentary that exposes what the enemy has been doing lately. As I was watching it, I felt that there was something not right within. Thank God for protecting me and letting me go to work instead of staying at home. And something in me knew that I had to get Atieno to watch this with me.

God is soverign and amazing. Atieno received a word from the Holy Spirit this morning to stop watching what the media shows. And... so when she came over to my house and watched the video for the first 4 minutes, she decided it was time to stop. The Spirit spoke to her. And then we spoke. And at that point, I knew why the Holy Spirit wanted me to get Atieno to watch this video with me. The thing is, the video talked so much about the enemy and his work, and even showed many things that can be deterimental or make us fearful.

Stop deciphering the enemy's lies

There's no need to know what the enemy is doing. Yes, we know the anti-Christ is coming, and he is mentioned in the Bible. But our role as a Child of Light is to remain in the Vine, be a tree planted by streams of living water, which yields its fruit in SEASON.

Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers.

- Ps 1:1-3

We need to put on the armour of God, so that we may stand against the schemes of the enemy. Note how the Bible does not say 'determine the schemes of the enemy and use our own wisdom and understanding to fight them'. It says, TAKE YOUR STAND AGAINST, with the FULL AMOUR of God.

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armour of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armour of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled aroud your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.

- Eph 6:10-18

Have we got the belt of truth and the sword of the spirit well buckled and handled? If not, why not focus on that? There's so much more about God that we can know and grow in. We can never know enough of God.

I thank God for His protection in my life, and His protection of my inner being.

The ministry is there, but the ministry has to be an outflow of the wonderful relationship that we have with our magnificent God.

Let's Pray.. for the Saints

I pray for the media industry, and that men and women of God rising into fame will continue to be rooted in Christ and wait for the SEASON to come where God will allow you to bear fruit and prosper, with His strength. Let us not debate about what the enemy is doing, but instead, stand firm in God and take instructions from only our General Commander - God, the Holy Spirit.

Ah... that's all I really wanted to write for now...

I know there's a lot more, but I know God is saying, all that rest, put on hold till the SEASON comes for me to write them.

Have a great weekend guys! Me, I'm going to be on an exciting trip in Sydney with Atieno until Wednesday~~~!!

Now I Can (Part 1)

All things happen for a reason... and I'm walking this journey with God above. Learning once again His Grace and patience in my life.

Reading Joshua and Judges lately does help to know my God is a Victorious God, and nothing will be too difficult for my God. Yep.

So... a quick update, and an awesome video at the end you ALL got to watch.

Been reading Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyer since Thursday. Been wanting to read it but never got the chance. Finally, Evelyn lent hers to me.

Way to go... what a nice time to read it.

And now for the best part of this entry.. you will watch something God inspired and totally out of the box. Yes... Go for God, Jin.. and Vanness!! :) I love you both, my brothers in Christ... I always think back to those days before we came back to God... and now we're all in Christ. God is good. :)

Yes.. I'm writing as though we were the greatest of friends, but we're not... but, I'm still happy to see how God has used them both so much in my life personally... before and after I became a Christian. God is Awesome, and we'll meet in Heaven one day. Or maybe before that.. if God permits!

The Media Wave - Calling of the Artisan by JMa

God is definitely using the media to touch lives. I can't help but say whoever has a heart for the media industry, you got to hear this message. If you don't, then I hope you do see what God is going to do in this current generation.

This message is so powerful and real in my life. That's because I was having the same revelation and passage during my quiet time yesterday morning. And today, after I watched this sermon, I was affirmed.

Here goes:

At the last “Kingdom Come” in Los Angeles I gave a message on “The Calling of the Artisan” from Exodus 35, 36… watch this youtube flip cam sermon part 1-8. This message is a clarion call to those who have a calling in the arts, media & entertainment field. It is key to understand that God can not create culture without the “artists” creating on earth as it is in heaven. The Spirit of God fills artisans to create, influence and shape culture for His glory. Watch this messages series, be inspired, and know that God has given you a gift to create, innovate and infiltrate culture with His creativity personified through you! Read more here...







He talks about Jin in this part of the clip.

Taking a Breath!

I managed to catch a breath from all the heaviness of work and 'assignments'.

Hello people out there? Anyone still out here? Oh, almost became a dead man's land... I'm sorry. Been away too long. I had to get away from blogging for awhile... needed to get REAL DEEP with God.

And God's been showing me so many things... and here I am... a work in process.

So says my MSN nick:

"was pregnant with vision. vision's been birth... now's only the beginning.."

My MSN personal message nick:

"mission: back to intimacy . training ground: media production . battle: the desire"

Was Pregnant with Vision:

Remember how I used to mention my burden for the media and entertainment industry?
I always had a burden and desire to see more and more productions.... more... and to be able to be of USE to God's Kingdom in this area...

Vision's Been Birth:

This year, as I was penning down my new year resolutions, one of them was to improve my media production skills... with the little that I had and trusting God to provide more.

I've been asked to make my first video for a Church event!! And... it's completed. I'm amazed... I almost gave up... I felt hopeless and helpless.. I got away from my computer and was literally on the begging need for Jesus to intervene. I needed to see where God was taking this to...

I was on the verge of giving up! I went to Church on Sunday with a utterly disappointed spirit. But as the service came to an end, Atieno walked up to me and we talked about one of the videos that we were created (my 2nd church video, but that, on a later note)... so... she said she was praying and sensed that God was going to use us, and see our faithfulness in doing what we have on our side. And God was REVEALING and FILLING THE GAPS for us.

Guess what... right after she told me that... I walked away and spoke to PS... and in my helplessness, I asked, "Do you know anyone who does video production in church?"

Cut the long story short, God sent Eddie to me... and he came to my place with Yvonne to look at what I've done so far. For some reason, I thought it was horrible... but he said, "It's actually really good."

I was surprised... somehow, when I was doing it, I felt like I was clouded by disappointment. But I couldn't get some of the effects that I wanted, and Eddie was able to direct me to the relevant places to get them... and he even introduced me to some awesome tools that was so USEFUL!!!

He also discovered some effects that I wanted that was in my software that I never realised it was there!!

PRAISE GOD! When he left, I felt so encouraged, I finished the whole video in the next 2 hours... and it was completed. I slept late that night, but it was finished. My first Church video assignment... wholly God's work in it... cuz when I looked back at where I began... and the resources I had... I thought it wasn't gonna work out.

God has His way of humbling me... and I found myself at His feet crying for His help in His calling.

I'm so happy right now - I'm filled with joy. I pray this video will be able to be a starting point, an impact to all the viewers.

It's not so much about this video... but it's really an affirmation of God's promises.

And I also knew how much the enemy worked his way into deceiving me that I was unable to do it... that I was exceling at nothing. Away from me, Satan~! Jesus RULES AND REIGNS!

Now's Only The Beginning

Yes... one production sparked the first sign of the promises of God. My next assignment is due next Friday... that'll be a second production in progress... I don't know how it's going to work. I'm waiting for God to lead it somewhere too.

For one thing, I know... it's not all MY effort... but it's God work.. and teamwork with other people whom God is revealing to me one by one.... the best work will never be produced by myself... but only by the BODY OF CHRIST - each fulfilling their own purpose and calling.

God... take this somewhere!

Can y'all please pray for me too? :) Hee...

"mission: back to intimacy . training ground: media production . battle: the desire"

So yeah... my personal message sums up the journey and current status.

Photos

Pork liver seafood wombok noodle soup

Slow roast charsiew seasoned pork

Homemade mee hoon kway taught by Mama.. :)

SY's Birthday Yum Cha after LG

Siau Ying, WenHuey and Eugene. I miss them so much.... 

(of course I dun miss WenHuey when I see her everyday)

Today! Help Xiao Jie bath... hehehe... now clean clean!! :)

Alright! Now I'm done blogging.. it's time to get back to video editing!!

Thanks for dropping by...! Drop a prayer too? :) Hee... luv ya~~

The Ambassador - Thesis Pieces

I usually try not to put more than one rap song up each day... because I so wish everyone would be able to appreciate and reflect on the lyrics of each song....

But I was just so feeling it today, and decided I'd share up here another one of The Ambassador's anointed raps.... oh yes... bring the gospel to the rap society... praise the Lord.

[Verse 1]

Looks like it finally came around like the hands of a clock

Praise to Yahweh Nissi

Shout to the Banner—Shabach

This LP is two sided—for the man on the block

And for the flock who thinks keeping God's commandment is hot

On one side we wanna represent Christ to the Culture

Hip-Hop mostly knows Him for making tight little posters

Or a sculpture, but they can't view Him like they're supposed to

'Cause the gospel's never been preached to them like its' supposed to

And the life in Christ has never even looked like an answer

Except for locked up crooks and Big Mas with cancer

So, Ambassador is back to give you his thesis

The greatest need in Hip-Hop is the input of Jesus

[Hook]

It's the thesis we need this

The story in short

Hip-Hop properly submitted to the glorious Lord

It's problematic 'cause

It can be scary to like

But... Jesus makes everything right (2x)

[Verse 2]

My topic—the redemption of Hip-Hop you got it

But I told you that this thesis is at least two sided

Can't just introduce Christ to the culture like an evangelist

The church needs to be schooled on hip-hop culture so plan for this

I'm a Christian admitin' were wastin' our wisdom

if we don't engage the streets, peep the nation of Islam

They promote a better culture and faith integration

But no resurrection or message of grace that can save men

So God's diggin' in the meeting place

Looking for those needing grace

To launch out from the over crowded breeding space

What will He find?

Just what He designed—Hip-Hop's got missionaries

He brought up for these times

[Hook]

 
 
I'm kinda catching up on all these great raps that's been written like so many years ago... some even up to more than 10 years ago... whao.. raps with so much meaning that then secular music nowadays. Just a little sad that the music's been so limited to the Christian world it doesn't walk that extra step out there! At least, not as well known as the more secular ones... we need to pray!!!

Please enjoy them with me.. and let me know if you share this common interest with me! Hee... I know it's hard for many to like rap music too~~

Let's keep the entertainment industry in prayer!!!

Happy Chinese New Year Day 1 + Valentine's Day

Happy Chinese New Year and Happy Valentines' Day to all y'all out there!

Just called home and talked with my family... hee... happy happy. And today and yesterday I spent my New Year Eve and CNY with my 2nd family... hee. Let the series of photos tell the story~!

Started the day off with a trip down to Gold Coast Convention Centre to check out the OC2010 venue...

(yes, if you read my previous entry, you'll know that's not my first event of the day... but anyway~~)

After that...

Went to test drive a 2002 Honda Jazz... decided to get it!

Then... went home...

Wen Huey, Kuzi and I shredded and cut the veggies for Yu Sheng... and then arranged them nicely...

Crackers made by Kuzi and Wen Huey

Prepared the Pomelo and 'red packets' for Yu Sheng...

So happy to open Pomelo! Wen Huey's powerful strength!

Then... reunion dinner at James' house:

Wee hee!! End product - ready to be 'lao'!

Before that.. take photo with our hard work... wahaha... now I finally understand how much work mama spend doing it... so much work neh~~ but so glad to see the smile on everyone's face. Wen Huey did the most work!!

End product~~! Look like salad.. wahahaha... got salmon sashimi inside!!

Ice kachang machine from Faith.. we made Ice Kachang for reunion dinner too!!

It was a good time we had... not really like reunion dinner though.. was more like a fellowship gathering.. but was fun anyway!! Wee hee!

After that...

We went to watch the movie 'Valentine's Day'. To me, it was a totally meaningless movie. And I even fell asleep through the movie. It burned deep within me when I was not even halfway through the movie. Thought I should just walk up and leave the cinema. But anyway, I enjoyed the aircon and slept instead.

The movie tried to portray what 'love' is. And I just didn't agree. Anyway, that is hollywood now. So... the devil's got hollywood in his hands... and as you all know, my heart burns for the entertainment industry. And this movie production, 'Valentine's Day', is just another one of those movies that shares the wrong message to the world.

Whoever control the media controls the mind of the current generations, and the generations to come.

If you think that movie was alright, then allow me to ask you a few questions.

1. Would you allow your children to watch this movie? (i mean say, if you had kids)

2. If you would, will your children grow up thinking this is what love truly is?

Even though it's just a movie, a lot may say, it can still create mindsets in the hearts of many... especially this generation. Take just one example in the movie. The main actor (the florist), proposed to his girlfriend.. so happy about his engagement. Then next thing, the girlfriend left.. and he was sad but realised he had his best friend whom he cared about and the next thing you see in the end of the movie - they get together almost 'immediately'.

Another example, the teenagers in high school, and all they think of is smooching and having sexual relationships with their other half. The whole movie made it seem like it is ALL OKAY. The world follows the celebrities...

People of God, are we to sit back and relax and enjoy the movie, or rise up to take back the media for God? May we pray for the entertainment industry and for God's righteous role models to rise up, instead of having celebrities to entertain and corrupt the mind of the people.

Please pray for the entertainment industry... take it back for God!!

Anyway, on a lighter tone... it's also Valentine's Day today~~ ha ha..

So, together with Judah 5, 6 and 8... we headed to sunnybank for dinner. Here's a picture of what I ate. Taiwanese Beef Noodle... my favourite~!!

Anyway, gonna sleep and have some rest for tomorrow lo!!

Please pray for me?

I just decided on a car. Tomorrow will be getting news on whether it's road worthy and going to do the transfer from the owner to me on Tues or Wednesday... please pray that it will all go smoothly in God's will and that there will be no problems that will crop up!

Please pray for Venurs!

She is back in Brisbane and going for a job interview tomorrow (Monday). Please pray that it'll go well and God will open the door for her to work in Brisbane!

365 Days of Love - Part 2

Oh man... Van Ness Kor Kor shaved his hair...

 erm.. lol.... ok.... anyway... digressing..


Unlike Jma, I'm unable to post pictures or videos of acts of love shown... but I think it's amazing how God creates opportunities for us to serve Him when we want to!

So, bro Johanan lent me his car today for the whole of this month. I've got only about a bit more than 700 kilometres to travel. It's like a 'test drive' before he sells his car. Would y'all please continue to pray for me that I'll be able to get a good cheap 2nd hand car that I won't have to fix after buying it? Hee... thanks! May it be Johanan's car or not...

So with this blessing God has given me, I was able to drive some people around who needed it. Drove Kuzi to prayer meeting... retrived Atieno's boxes and she was greatly blessed... drove Nicole and Ann-Louise home too... it's such a great feeling to be a blessing to others!

...remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: 'It is more blessed to give than to receive.'

- Acts 20:35

God is good!

Before I go and savour the remaining of my red bean soup (don't know if it's still drinkable... will find out later), let me just show you what God's been doing and is going to do in Taiwan...! So don't stop praying!!! Cuz God's gonna more... He's not JUST gonna move... He's GOING TO MOVE BIG TIME!!

Kingdom Culture Revival



I usually don't post the whole thing but today I'll just do that... you can read Jma's entry at this site too.

Tonight 365 days of love goes to Taiwan, I am leaving for Taipei Taiwan for a critical gathering called “Kingdom Culture.” It will be hosted by our Asia for Jesus ministry and I am SERIOUSLY EXCITED about what the Holy Spirit is about to do at this major national awakening! I will need your daily prayers as I will speak at the conference once and then speak at four services at my beloved Bread of Life Taipei Church youth church. I will be in Taiwan from Feb 2-7. Each day I will still blog on 365 days of love, but I will be doing acts of love in Taiwan! It should be amazing and interesting… so stay tuned cause I’m expecting miracles to happen daily on this mission. Please pray for me and all the other ministers below…

Taiwan “Kingdom Culture” Conference – At the Asia for Jesus “Kingdom Culture” conference I will be speaking along side Bill Johnson, Heidi Baker, Philip Mantofa and the Joshua Worship ministry team. I believe God will shake not only the city, but the nation of Taiwan through this massive revival event. The conference is sold out with 4,500 registered in the day time and expecting over 15,000 in the evening for the miracle crusades. Heaven will invade Taiwan this coming week from Feb 2-7.

1. Pray for a massive harvest of souls to come to know Jesus Christ in Taiwan as we believe for thousands to encounter Jesus!
2. Pray for me and our ministry team (Caleb Lin, Christina Chou, Grace Su, Howie Ju, Ed Huang from Los Angeles) that we would be united together to minister with and to the local Taiwanese in the power of the Holy Spirit!
3. Pray for signs, wonders and miracles to be released and for Taiwan to receive the a baptism of the Holy Spirit as a nation!
4. Pray for my messages on “Transforming Media & Entertainment for Christ” as I minister to the artists/cultural icons of the nation to raise up God’s media army in Taiwan.
5. Pray also as I will be interviewed on a TV program special with GOOD TV and other media interviews to be used by God

I really need God’s grace as this season has been very busy. There is so much happening and working together to advance God’s work. At the same time, I know that I need to be even that much more intimate with Jesus Christ and filled daily with the Holy Spirit. Please pray God uses me as an empty vessel to be poured out for His glory in these crucial end days. Thank you!

Under the mercy,

JMA

First night in Taiwan:

GOD is coming down in POWER in Taiwan! Stadium is packed with worship to GOD MOST HIGH! Let's GO4GOD! - Jma's Twitter

Alrighty... I hope we'll all seed in our prayers.... May many artistes and people come to know this saving Grace of God!!

Valuable Relationships

Had a good catch up with Atieno last night... spent great time just catching up on each other's lives over the past 1 and half years and more! Our conversations also further confirmed many visions that the Lord has placed within my heart. God is good!

And today....

Spent this morning some good time with God... and then followed by some good time with Kuzi..... and then some good time with Elysaa during lunch...

And some good time at church...

Ended the day with some good time with my new life group - Joseph Four...

And now I'm back home, with my good O blog.

Thank God for the wonderful people He's placed around me and just being able to do life and share our visions with each other... yeah, Jesus is not about numbers. He's about people!

May the Lord help me see the people around me as individuals rather than numbers. God is GOOD!

Before I head off.... I just had this burden since yesterday till now to pray for Xiao Zhu...

I personally sense, especially recently, within my heart that he's being bogged down by the busyness of life that he's got no time to breathe and think properly. Though there is a lot of fame and wealth from what he's achieved, I do sense within that he's not fulfilled nor joyful. Yes, he may be happy... yet deep within he's seeking something, and outlet... This is not what people see on the news and gossip news... but behind the posters and TV... I believe, somewhere in his heart, he is seeking... an outlet.

Can you all join me in praying for this man? Very simply.... for God to touch him and to reveal to him his true purpose on earth. Pray that he will find God as his outlet as the world offers him many solutions that do not solve... but God will be his true refuge, strength, light and direction.

I don't know... but please join me in praying! :) Thank you!! (no.. I'm not crazy about him... haven't been catching up on him lately, but I just recently sensed this... especially when this burden has not left for the past 2 days...)

Prayer works!!! So let's pray!! Woo hoo!!

And so now...

Time to head to bed for a good o day of work tomorrow! Oohs!

Still sick... + Vanness' Testimony by Jma

Ah... tell me what's wrong..
1. My cough that was going away suddenly came back... and I'm coughing worse and harder than before!
2. My new laptop is supposed to be 3-4 times faster than my old one... why is it slower? Is it because of Win Vista?

Anyway...

Surprise surprise!

I was surprised to come into my blog to see so many comments left on my tagboard. Thanks everyone for coming by, it's so encouraging to know that people do read or come by! Especially when I've been told I write too much and it's quite taxing for y'all to read... but I'm so happy yeah..!

Simple Test

I remember in my earlier entry (click here to see), I mentioned how simply blessed I was compared to many ones in the world... and that I shouldn't complain about my living circumstances or little things. Right after that, the test came so timely.... but I believe I was touched even deeper within.

In this hot summer heat, my ceiling fan has to be turned on a maximum speed to be able to just keep myself cool and perspiration free. However, as I was napping after work one evening, I heard a snap that sounded like a power failure. And the next moment, I realised my ceiling fan had stopped turning... after awhile, it picked up again, but it was turning so slowly that I couldn't even feel the air current.... last night was horrible with the summer heat...

But something within me helped me to appreciate the blessed conditions that I am still in despite the heat... a nice roof and a nice bed. God so reminded me of what May Cheung preached on Sunday as to how God provides for us.... Yes! To be able to enjoy is a blessing on top of His providence! Let me live in contentment... yeah!

God is GOOD! I found another fan I once had in the house... left by Rosie when she left... thank God for fans...! (Er hem... and those of you who think you can't live without airconditioning...?) Hahaha..

To each man their own convictions! God is GOOD!!

No Jap~

Yeah.. was supposed to be at Jap class now.. but I can't stop coughing so I thought I'd give it a miss. Especially when the kids at class spend half the time talking nonsense and wasting the precious time of working adults...! I just wanna write this entry and go to bed early!

Against Domestic Violence

I once again got this from Jma's site. Hm... if y'all got time, please send 10 seconds to help in the tiniest way. I'm actually happy that YouTube can be used for such a cause... yes~ please watch the 2 videos!





Van Ness Kor's Testimony

I'm actually amazed because right after I posted Vanness' City Harvest Church testimony video on my blog, Jma posted an entry on his blog! Wahaha... Holy Spirit's at work!

So if you haven't watched the video, it's on my previous entry. If you wanna know more details... here's what Jma wrote on his blog. He also mentioned the same testimony in a video link I posted earlier if you wanna see it...  Here goes:

When I first met Van Ness, he was quite lost spiritually, but through prayer and seeking God he made a dramatic turn for the better. He decided one day to personally commit his life fully to Jesus as his Lord and Savior. I baptized him in my backyard swimming pool in Los Angeles. That day I shared with him being baptized does not mean you will now have to be perfectly holy, but it means to trust that God alone can make him holy in His grace. That day he took the step of faith and has never been the same since!

Recently, Van Ness and I did a concert and major outreach to youth in Indonesia together. Thousands of youth from Indonesia came to hear him perform his songs, but Van Ness didn’t just give them a performance he gave them a message.

On stage he wore a t-shirt that he personally made. On the t-shirt it said, “GOD IS BETTER THAN SEX!” I was quite shocked when I saw him wear the t-shirt. He then began to share how he gave his life to Jesus and decided to give up all his past sins and bad habits. But there was one sin that was very difficult for him to let go of: sex.
Read more (click here...)

Yes... let us Shine and SHINE!

Guys... let us not stop praying for different entertainment artistes...! Woo hoo! God is GOOD!

Wanna do some praying?
1. Pray for Evelyn's internship application to be accepted so she can complete her internship before Uni starts!
2. Pray for the cough I'm having to go away, and for my health to become better so I won't keep falling sick all the time!
3. Pray for Cintia's grandma who is now in hopsital to recover, and to know Jesus as her Lord and Saviour.

Thanks y'all... Prayers... TAKE OFF!
Holy Spirit... TAKE OVER!!