Music ~ Eternal Blossom
Not sure if you've heard of Sun's Eternal Blossom..... this is a chinese song which was broadcasted together with the Szechuan earthquake video clip.....
Recently thanks to Kristy and Gerard, who blessed my sister with Light of the City album, and there was this song "Eternal Blossom" sang by Sun....
Whenever I hear this song, I will feel so touched by the music and lyrics. It gives me a very comforting, noble, slightly melancholic and loving feeling. All kinds of emotions are mired in this little track that stir up every wild imagination and nostalgic memories.
I just felt so loved by God as I listen to this little track.
Thank God for music, and the people who put this all together.
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3 golden rule
3 golden rule when dealing with difficult people:- Remain silent when u're angry
- "Reward" negative response with a positive response
- Pray for that person
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My dearest sister Xuan :o)
Xuan, u're the best sister to me in the WHOLE WIDE WORLD......
cos i only got one sis.... ;opLabels: Family, Feelings and Thoughts
The Race
How does it feel when you are set to run in a race God has destined for you?
That no matter how hard you try, you can never even reach the mid-point?
Where ostentatious audiences are cheering voraciously?
And the virtues you claimed became a double edged sword?
Where the heart begins the hardening process?
And the vicious cycle of downward spiralling?
At this moment,
Only God can save you....
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Little Pebbles
This world is much bigger than you think it really is ;o)Labels: Feelings and Thoughts
Expectation
Feng bo bo came to church during Asia Conference and shared something which inspire me a lot recently. She said that she does not have to live up to any one’s expectation of her and she is free. As free as a little child in the Kingdom of God. As I relate this to my work, I felt so comforted. It is only during this time that I recalled what Feng bo bo shared, and I know God is with me.
This coming Monday is my month end again, and there’s lots of stuff to take note off. Work has became more complicated because of certain issues that result due to economic downturn, and it is extremely stressful.
Perhaps things were going so well for me in work during this period of time, that I’ve started to allow pride to take place, which perhaps explained, why at times, I felt frustrated, if things go out of control. I felt a rebellion spirit building up in my mind subconsciously, that cause me to submit to higher authority unwillingly.
But God hates this kind of attitude. God places authority in our lives for a purpose, and no matter what, we have to submit, unless the authority requires us to do something against what the bible says.
If we’re to glorify God, and honor God in our marketplace, then we must be prepared to submit, and lose our pride for a good cause, for the glory of God. What is pride & submission, compared to the compliments from God, for a character well molded?
When I think about this, a deep sense of guilt came into my heart, convicted me that I’ve not glorify God, and lived up to God’s expectation of me in the marketplace.
But God is not like that. I believe that God grace is always upon us when we’re truly repentant.
And it is never too late to start all over again in the Kingdom of God.
When we make a mistake and fall, we can commit our guilt & shame unto God, and trust that God will help us get up again.
We must never lament too much on the lost time, relationships, resources and efforts because of our mistakes. Every new beginning from God is never too late.
"Anyone who trusts in him will never be put to shame.”
Rom 10:11
When we live our lives to align with the expectation of other people, we will lose heart easily when things go out of control, and when people speak unjustly against us. And when all goes well, pride builds up and we lose our focus.
1 Cor 3: 18 -19
Stop deceiving yourselves. If you think you are wise by this world’s standards, you need to become a fool to be truly wise. For the wisdom of this world is foolishness to God.
As the Scriptures say,
“He traps the wise in the snare of their own cleverness.”
In reflection, it is better to let go of all what is expected of you, and just do the best that you know how, and trust in God to lead you, and empower you with the wisdom of God to live a great and victorious life.
When we do not let other peoples’ expectation of us rule our lives, we’re letting go of a great burden, and be truly free to work creatively & effectively, doing our best, regardless of whether our efforts are recognised publicly. Because God knows every good works that we have done, and God will give us a good reward in due season.
Below quote was recited by a yoga teacher during my yoga lesson at Pacific plaza. Inspiring!
Start by doing what's necessary;
then do what's possible;
and suddenly you are doing the impossible.
- St. Francis of AssisiLabels: Feelings and Thoughts
IF ONLY..............
Attended 3 days of Asia Conference and volunteered in Greeters’ ministry. Now settling down in a day of serenity, in a little space of my own, taking stock of my life.
Having being alive for “slightly” more than 20 over yrs on this magnificent earth, I felt that it is so important to be have a mind that is very conscious of the importance of being “open” to good ideas, renewed thinking & other “good stuff”, which we may not be receptive to initially, but willing to ponder over it & exercise good judgement, eventually leading to acceptance & transformed mindset.
This requires humility, wisdom, a pliable heart and a teachable spirit.
Our path in life is really shaped by layers and layers of decisions, resulting in and from consequences to consequences. Short cuts or long cuts, is determined by how open we’re to God’s leading, and how much we are willing to relinquish control, as well as the environment of fellowship (group of friends) we’re in. Bad company corrupts good character, but neither will good company help us much, if we’re not willing to be “open” to our friends’ good intentions, which may not be expressed in a way we may appreciate.....
Sometimes, a little bit of opening up, may sow a little mustard seed which leads to great harvest in our lives. If only we can see this, if only we can hear this, if only we can understand this, if only we can accept this, if only we can listen just this once, if only we’ll try just once........if only............. just a little “if only....”
I guess the “if only” only comes to pass when our hearts totally synchronise with our minds....... our minds may noe what’s the right thing..... but our hearts maybe super retarded..... slow in following up with what should be...... or even the stubbornness to follow up....... if these two are always in tandem..... the world would be a better place......
Our lives are in our own hands..... nobody can force us into any good intentions......
Let us give God a chance, to work in our hearts and minds, to transform us in our mindset, so that we can live a more fruitful and joyful life, have lots of joy and abundance, and many breakthroughs.
Let us give God a chance, to stroll together with Him in our lives, and allow God to lead us and guide us.
Let us talk openly and share deeply with God, like a close friend, allow God to heal our hearts, and take away the hurts and fears that have taken root and empower us with
great courage, boldness, confidence and strength.
Trust that God is really listening.
Let us entrust God wholeheartedly our lives, depending on God fully, no matter how negative the circumstances maybe. God will deliver us in due season.
If you cherish me as a friend, trust me, because I’ve been thru’ and I understand.
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Wonderful day
I love Saturdays!!! wonderful!!! Amazing, new beginning, rest, hope, joy! :o)Labels: Feelings and Thoughts
Rest in God
Recently life has been so hectic and so overwhelming that things seem to have been so out of control and emotions going crazy every now and then. It is only when things have came to this stage that I felt so deeply that I have been relying on my own strength and wisdom all along. The fact that nothing has happened, coupled with the steadfast victorious momentum in your life, does not mean that everything is alright. In fact, this is the time that we really need to be on alert spiritually, because the devil is always waiting nearby, waiting to prowl on us when we lose guard.
30 Sep 2008 marked the beginning of my rest in God. This is the turning point of my life in God. This was a time when a part of me was lost, and it seems like a drowning experience when you know fully well that the only saviour float is God, and no one else. I take pride in turning to God even in the most devastated circumstances, and I rejoice in the grace and mercy of God, for He has not forsaken me in such a time as this.
Rest in God is not easy. It means finding freedom from mental activity. It means not having to live in the torment of reasoning, always trying to come up with an answer we don’t have. We don’t have to worry; instead, we can remain in a place of quiet peace and rest.
Like a little princess going up to the Father, our Father’s hands are always opened to hug us. I worked my way slowly, and rest began to dwell in my heart. Peace sinks in slowly, and hope strengthens.
When I rest in God, He reveals so much more that is beyond what I could ever imagine or expected. He shows us an alternative plan to the ultimate goal (so exciting!). It is only then we realised the folly of our desires based upon the “Will of God”. Wrong motivation to glorify the Kingdom of God. We need to repent, and abide in the perfect peace of His holy presence.
To love God, is to Rest in Him, and nothing else.
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God is good
First blog using my samsung OMNIA. Amidst a hectic schedule, now I can blog more. I love God so muchLabels: Feelings and Thoughts
Keep your promise!
How does it feel when someone promised you to one thing, but did not fulfil his or her promise to you?
This is like the story of the boy who cried wolf...... when a person break his promise too many times, his words no longer becomes trustworthy. His words are no longer his bond, and he has no weight in whatever he says.
You will find it harder to trust this person........
James 5:12
“Above all, my brothers, do not swear—not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. Let your "Yes" be yes, and your "No," no, or you will be condemned.”
When you say “Yes I will do it” => DO IT.
Trust is such an important factor that we should always be very careful of our speech and action in case we slowly squander away trust without realising it, till it is TOO LATE.....
If you cannot fulfil your promise, don’t say it. ESPECIALLY when the promise may seem INSIGNIFICANT.
Bible says, that we should be very FAITHFUL with 3 things:
a) What belongs to others
b) Money
c) Little things
You will notice that at times it is usually the smallest issue that may cause a very negative impact, especially when accumulated over time.
If you promise a treat to a good restaurant, do it.
If you promise to complete a task, do it.
If you promise to help, do it.
If you promise to commit, do it.
If you promise to go, go.
If you promise your time, give!
NEVER take your time to fulfil your promise to others, DON’T DELAY, DON’T PROCRASTINATE.
NEVER fulfil your promises to others BASED ON HOW YOU FEEL. Don’t be temperamental. DO THE RIGHT THING REGARDLESS OF HOW YOU FEEL.
We tend to take very lightly of our promises to those closest to us, like our family members.
Maybe it is easier to get away when we fail to do it.... DON’T TAKE YOUR FAMILY FOR GRANTED.
Trust, when lost, is very difficult to regain.
When you lose trust, you lose relationships.
Keep building trust, you will reap tremendously in all aspect of your life.
Be a person of integrity and good character. God will bless you.
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Little pebbles
Was walking along the road on my way home when I saw the soil and rocks on the pavement. Suddenly I feel that it is so wonderful to be alive, to be able to walk on the pavement, to be able to breathe the air that I breath.
Life is too short to be angry, too vulnerable to be unhappy. Recently I have learnt, that it is so important that we must do the RIGHT THING no matter how intense our emotions are, irregardless of the circumstances and the people around us. The good works that we do is not to earn the praises of man, but God will honour us for all that we have done, God sees, and our labour will not be in vain. We always reap what we sow.
I have learnt, that TRUE CHARACTER is when we’re so overwhelmed, yet we esteem other people’s interests higher than ourselves, when we’re able to let go, and let God, when we’re able to submit to higher authority in the face of injustice, when we’re able to show care and concern to the people around us even when we’re feeling angry, when we’re able to love our enemies, when we’re always trying our best to bless the people around us in the midst of pain and hurts.
I just cherish my family and friends so much. I want to bless them with all that I’ve because God is Love. In the midst of everything, the joy of God is my strength. Righteousness will always overcome darkness. The light of God will shine in the midst of darkness. God is faithful.
Life is too short. I wouldn’t want to waste it. I will DO THE RIGHT THING NO MATTER WHAT. I will try my best to be a person of integrity and good character. I want to go heaven one day, and hear from God personally, “Well done my princess, Xiaowei”.
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Captivated
The song that is so close to a princess heart.
CAPTIVATED
True Worshippers
Worship
JESUS YOU
YOU HOLD THE WORLD WITH YOUR UNFAILING LOVE
THE HEAVENS SING YOUR PRAISES FROM ABOVE
IN YOUR NAME LIPS SHALL PRAISE AND KNEES SHALL BOW
FATHER YOU
THE UNIVERSE EXALTS IN WHO YOU ARE THE STARS DECLARE YOUR WONDERS FAR AND WIDE
HOW MAJESTIC IS YOUR LOVE THROUGHOUT MY LIFE
IN YOU I FIND MY PEACE
IN YOU I BEND MY KNEE
YOU ARE LORD OF HEAVEN
YOU SHALL REIGN IN ALL THE EARTH
I HUMBLY BOW BEFORE YOUR MAJESTY
AND I'LL SING YOUR PRAISES
AND I WILL SING FOREVERMORE
I'M CAPTIVATED BY YOUR LOVE IN ME
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Righteousness
Proverbs 11:11
" Through the blessing of the upright a city is exalted..........."
Through Righteousness, a Nation is exalted. What a great verse, especially for people in the marketplace. Recently, I feel that righteousness is so important.
This is a kind of GODLY righteousness, that nobody can destroy, nobody can take away. This is a righteousness that will remain even in the face of adversity, and pressure.
In our workplace, we need to have such righteousness. Bible says very clearly (Matthew 10), that even though we may be as sheep in the midst of wolves, but we are to be as wise as serpants, and as harmless as doves. Though we may face hypocrites and politics players, God will protect us by giving us wisdom, but God will also want us to be nice to such people unconditionally by giving us supernatural strength.
No matter how negative the environment may be, we need the Peace of God to come into our hearts, and this is the peace that will protect us, make us feel safe and help us to be righteous for God and to honour God in our words and behaviour when it seems so difficult.
Righteousness is so fundamental. It will bring blessings to a family, a company, and a country. Righteousness do not succumb to temptation and pressure. Righteousness is unconditional love, strong foundation, and unyielding protection.
God is righteousness.
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Happiness is Counting Your Blessings ~ By AR Bernard
"For surely, O Lord, you bless the righteous;
you surround them with your favor as with a shield."
Psalm 5: 12 NIV
If you sat down and began counting your blessings, how long would it take?
A very, very long time! Your blessings include life, freedom, family, friends, talents, and possessions. But, your greatest blessing - a gift that is yours for the asking -
is God's gift of salvation through Christ Jesus.
Bible makes it clear: A happy heart is a thankful heart.
We honor God, in part, by the genuine gratitude we feel in our hearts for the blessings He has bestowed upon us. Yet even the most saintly among us must endure periods of fear, doubt, and regret. Why? Because we are imperfect human beings who are incapable of perfect gratitude. Still, even on life's darker days, we must seek to cleanse our hearts of negative emotions and fill them, instead, with praise, with love, and with hope, and with thanksgiving. To do otherwise is to be unfair to ourselves, to our loved ones, and to our God.
Today, begin making a list of your blessings. Then, give thanks to God for all good things. His love for you is eternal, as are His gifts. And its never too soon or too late to offer Him thanks.
"Blessings we enjoy daily; and for the most of them, because they are so common, most men forget to pay their praise."
~ Izaak Walton
"God is more anxious to bestow His blessings on us than we are to receive them."
~ St. Augustine
"God blesses us in spite of our lives and not because of our lives."
~ Max Lucado
"Think of the blessings we so easily take for granted: Life itself; preservation from danger; every bit of health we enjoy; every hour of liberty; the ability to see, to hear, to speak, to think, and to imagine all this comes from the hand of God."
~ Billy Graham
"The Lord is kind and merciful, slow to get angry, full of unfailing love. The Lord is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all his creation."
~ Psalm 145: 8 - 9 (NLT)
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God is great
What is the little thing you can do for a God so great?
Not much really.
Solomon said that even heavens could not contain God, what’s more the magnificent temple he has built with all his riches. The best effort he has placed, does not have the slightest equivalent of a worthy exchange. Imagine this; The Creator of heavens and earth; The One who gave us breath of life; The Father whose beloved Son died on the Cross for you and me. To bring this closer; The One who gave you a new life; A lovely family; A successful career; Fruitful ministry; Beautiful friends; Love; Joy; Peace; Faith; Hope; Comfort; Strength; Future........
Notwithstanding a brilliant defence, that we are doing so much more than we can, and the very best that we know how, God probably has a better idea. He knows us deeper than we know ourselves. We can’t be trusted anyway. Grace is indeed so much more than sufficient.
Our lives are on the altar. We come from Him anyway. What else matter when you have already given your precious to God? What is it that God can’t demand from you when all that you have comes from Him?
Yet God is so much gracious than we think He is.
The threshold of a fresh journey - Is to do the Will of God no matter what. To die, is to Live.
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Little Pebbles
I seek not to BE the best,
but to DO my best.~~ SherriLabels: Feelings and Thoughts
Resurrection
Matthew 16:25 (NIV)
....whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for me will find it....Labels: Feelings and Thoughts
A Leisure Stroll during lunch
I took a leisure stroll along the bridge from One Fullerton during lunch time on Friday, to the esplanade Arts Library to look at dance videos before I stroll back to office for work again. This is so refreshing in the midst of a hectic schedule & busy lion city.
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Mornings
Mornings are so important.........I realise that whenever you start off your day with a great & beautiful morning, the rest of your day will fall in the right place. Your mood will be good, your brain will be creative, your heart will be happy & your work will be productive.I did a few good things to make sure my mornings are good..... I have set a few reminders in my handphone which will remind me every morning certain prayers I should make. To me, I treat it like a confession that I read out loud & invite God into my world every day.Like what Dr. Joyce Meyer mentioned in her few audio CD (in Albert's blog)...... devil can ruin our day just by attacking us in the morning, cos that's the time when we wake up weak & defenceless........ if we succumb to devils' plot in the morning, we will feel lousy the whole day.Labels: Feelings and Thoughts
