M Writings... + 2 great MTVs

Seemingly, an environment meant for the thermophilic has eased its way into different major cities of Australia... Despite the surroundings of warmth, an empty coldness runs in her heart. Launching the new calender with a series of history that can never be erased, she finds her emotional storehouse drained. Liquid prayers have been collected in the King's jar. A jar for the catalyst once mentioned.

She picks up the book from His shelf and re-read the pages. The pages highlighted the hopes and desires, thoughts and memories that filled the pages so quickly. So much have been written in such a short time. Yet, as the pages hit the new year, a rock bottom storyline has been enacted. The appearance of once again, the same trigger that previously ignited an oxidation potential. Or maybe it never left. Whether or not it was meant to be, she has decided for now to retreat from the catalyst.

She once conveyed the important information to the catalyst, not to erupt the dangerous volcano. The volcano hasn't erupted, yet a lot of dangerous molecular interactions have been occurring within... and in that, causing damage to its host. She doesn't understand the boundary breaking intentions of the invading catalyst. Well, maybe now she does. It might just have been how the catalyst was created, exhibiting both its strengths and weaknesses.
 
She gathers increasing insulating material and begins the route of protection, with hopeful intent that recovery might take place and sedate the volcano. The process of insulation has re-calibrated her abilities for encountering catalyst interactions - still being extra aware and concerned of it's well-being, yet not delving deeper than processes may require. Difficult, but has to be done.. at least for now.

Questions surround the princess as her mind replays the journey in the pages. She places the book back onto the shelves, returning to a conversation with the King. What will the future pages write? What will the insulation bring about? More fluid flows from the lenses of her being... the trees might suffer a little more these few nights and early mornings, but maybe they would feel good to offer that slight comfort to her needs.

Well... enough of melancholic writings for now.

Here's a sequel of two songs, with a same story. I love them.... the MTV of both are one of the bests stories I've seen. Enjoy..

Part one... watch till the end, that's the most amazing story..


And what happens after that... (watch only after the first video)

Starting the Engine

Happy New Year.... yes, a bit over due.

It's been a little tough getting the engine started this year. I feel like I'm trying to push into second gear but there's a bit of rust lost in relaxation... and thoughts. Nevertheless, it's going to be a good year ahead. Maybe the first month is going to drag a little bit, counting each second tough to handle.

Why?

Well.. The princess thought she could handle it better than she really can. She has made herself vulnerable once again... Sad face. Maybe she could channel all her energies elsewhere more productive, rather than fuel the melancholic system more than it deserves.

今晚她忍不住掉下眼泪了...

To redirect some light in this oncoming fog, the King draws her towards His voice.

"...I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus."

- Philippians 3:13-14 (NIV)

And the resounding encouragement once again reminded from the prophetic presbytery last May...

"And you know, work was always meant to be a pleasure. Many people never realise that work is pleasure. And you love doing the hard stuff. You love achieving and not because you have a pressure to succeed, or pressure to perform, but because you love doing the difficult stuff. You just get a joy over winning. You have that real spirit of an over comer. The words, ‘You are more than a conqueror really means something to you.” But you say, “I am a conqueror, give me something to conquer. Give me someone to beat. Give me someone that no one else is game.”
 

"There’s been those times when you’ve been frustrated, and that frustration has come out. And then you started beating up yourself – “Can’t have that attitude, can’t speak that way, can’t think that way!” But this courage, and this strength and this fighter within you is not just yourself. It’s not a flesh thing. The Spirit of the Lord is truly upon you and He’s on you for victory."

"Because of what you sense in the realm of the Spirit, that’s transmitted into your being, and you are contagious. You wanna make sure that others get it, so that you know, it’s what you’re hearing from God, this is the ‘now’ word. It’s not yesterday’s word, it’s not tomorrow’s word. It is the now word. This is what we are to be doing NOW, this is what God is saying NOW, this is where we put our energies NOW. And out of that comes spiritual activity."

"You’re not one that sit to let the days grow between your toes. You wanna make sure you are up and doing what needs to be done. Now some people misunderstand that and they think that she’s just hard driving. And the Lord says that this is how He has made you for a purpose because He wants you to be able to be infectious, so that you share this with others, and that you actually provoke them into love and good works. Spiritually alert. Spiritually alive. And spiritually active."

"I’ve called you to be one that will hear my voice and that would understand the purpose and would initiate the purpose. Don’t hold back says the Lord, even as I speak to your heart , launch forth and you shall see good success, says the Lord. 

Now, I cause there to be even a creativity in working out my purposes, says your God. You shall be one that shall understand what it is needed to happen at that time and you will encourage others to flow along with it, says the Lord. And you shall have good success. 

Sister, I just see that God’s calling you to be an initiator. He’s calling you to hear from heaven and begin to step out in faith on that. And there’ll be others that you’ll need to encourage to be a part of that."

I can't begin to title the year yet... but maybe, the nice title to 2013 will come soon. Till then.

For now... here's a song that comforts and refreshes.

Good bye 2012

I'm about to say bye bye to 2012.

Some people love promises. Some people fear and shun them. This year has been a year of promises. And for a few years I always looked forward to the year 2012. I enjoyed it thoroughly, through the ups and downs... and kinda unwilling to part with it too.

I'm here in Singapore, maybe just so I can buy another 2 hours of the year before I really say goodbye. The TV program right in front of me is showing many interviews of people and how their years have been going.

I don't know what awaits me next year. 2012 has been a comfortable year, maybe not totally. There was a season of growing into bigger shoes... yet in the next year I feel there is a push to step out of my comfort zone, even more. There has been new things... and there has been old things that left. There has been joys, and there has been sorrow. Breakthroughs in friendships and ministry... and even at work. But I'm still hoping for more.

In the last month or two, I've been seeking God for some direction in the new year. I'll share them in my new year's entry... :)

Now to say good bye with a smile... I pray you, who are reading this, will also run stronger for God in the coming year... it will certainly be my joy.

2009 - I learned to persevere and rejoice in suffering.
2010 - I battled pride and learned humility. Many breakthroughs.
2011 - I journeyed with God through a year of Faith.
2012 - I held on with faith, embarking on a ride to claim His promises.

2013 seems some what like a sequel to come. I'm so not prepared. But I know God thinks I'm ready.... so, bring it on 2013. More promises, more breakthroughs... plus the harvest for Him.

Alright, I can't blog anymore. Am pretty distracted with the King Kong movie on TV.

I will miss you 2012.... 

Maybe because an expected turn of unexpected events occurred, maybe for the better.

Promises... + Philippines Mission Trip

Today, I finally submitted my application.. After... 4 years... :)

The wick of the 2012 candle is almost reaching it's end. The promises of the Lord are still inching their ways into my life.

I've just returned from an eye opening and heart moving Mission Exposure Trip to the Philippines, partnering with the Ambassadors For Jesus Christ (AFJC), which Alvin and Jace started about two years back.

This trip has taught me a lot. It has opened my eyes and mind, and moved my heart to a new dimension of faith, and I'm even more convicted in doing the work the Lord has called me and spoken about of me during my presbytery. The people of God needs to see what God is doing out there, and fan aflame their passion and commitment to the Kingdom of God... :)

I would write more, but maybe not today....

Tonight, I sat before my decommissioned laptop. It has been through a lot this year... but it still works. Now, I've decided to leave it here.. maybe. For some reason, I felt led to read through my blog entries from the beginning of this year. I looked at the ups and downs I've been through, and an emotional season as well... the unfolding of God's plans has brought many "whaos" to my mind, and what seemed like darkness back then has now light shed upon them.

Hopefully, I will write another entry before the year ends.

But now I thought I'd just post some photos of my recent fun activities, so as to keep my failing mind reminded in the years and seasons to come.. of God's hand upon my life, His faithfulness.

Stem Cells Australia Retreat at the Barossa Valley. Thank you Lord for this blessed opportunity.. :)

After the retreat, I drove a rented Holden Cruze for the first time. It's a good car... will I buy it in future? Maybe... or maybe not.

I took Leslie along! And we had fun.. together. :)

A beautiful afternoon and evening spent with MiaoTiao4... 4, because 1 was away. :)

Philippines Mission Trip.. First Brekkie Together (Mark was still upstairs in the room)

It rained... and flooded on the first morning. :(

Mini Ice Cream... so cute! Can be eating all at one go.. 5 of them.

Shopping to feed families at the slums...

Team work! More stuff!

Hello Kitty car.. haha...

Manolo Slum Feeding...

Giving thanks to God for the food.

Missionary Training for us, taught by Kuya Alvin. :P

Night time crusade ticket distribution at Malanday Dump Site slum..

Ministering at the Children's ward at Philippines Orthopedic Hospital. Many received Christ.

Dinner at a floating restaurant on a lake... man-made lake?

Preparation for Music Festival Crusade at Malanday Dump Site... Many came, many responded at the altar call for accepting Christ... :) Praise God.

A jeep terminal. This building seems like a partially demolished shopping centre... it looks beautiful though.

The most common transport we've seen, the Jeep!

ok... now for the good/bad news. I balut-ed. I did... :(

Shannen all excited. Seya all unwilling... and me, facial expressions masking what I was really feeling within. Ewww... *green face*

A picture tells a thousand words... :)

More photos and stories next time.. I'm not sure how I'm going to storyline them... so, keep checking back.

Faithful Healer

A princess apologue.
An unclosed hurtful chapter that began 4 years ago.. Always trying to close it and make it well but nothing worked.

Eventually she decided to resolve it through the King, the only healer who had a great track record.

After her many tears and prayers, the King brought her matter to a conclusion. The opportunity was created and God healed.

She was totally unsure how it all happened. She eventually gave it up to the King more than a year ago... learning to find the forgiveness in Him, and leave the rest to the King.

If He willed, they would have an opportunity to talk about it one day. Maybe decades down the road. Maybe when they reunite with the King.... Maybe someday.

His miraculous divine timing finally brought reunion again and blessings to flow. Her King had added another of these escapades into His success track record.

An old chapter finally closed. A new one begins.


It's been a crazy two days with endless ups and downs. But she perseveres on, and learns to trust her King for the next apologue.

More promises to await fulfillment. :)