I just realize that I have to play piano for the next 3 weeks. (Thanks to Ai Ling whom she have to take A-Level finals throught May and June) So yeah. *sucks it up*
For this week, Senior Pastor Richard Toh is here to finish up the book of Micah in the topic, "Commitment : A Path to Effectiveness" based on Micah 7.
Now as you may know, other than Isaiah and Jeremiah, there are a number of minor prophets, including Micah. Even if he is a minor prophet, Pastor Richard pointed out that his messages are as important as Isaiah's. People may think ,"You are just a minor prophet what. So, we don't care what you say." and laugh at him, but you know what? At least he has the commitment to serve the Lord and prophesize against the Israelites. (and at the same time, predicting Israel's recovery)
For me, I've been serving the church for the worship team (playing elec. piano) and ushering (Yes you might notice that I'm doing this every 1st and 5th Sunday unless clashing.), and all I say is, if you decide to serve the church, but you don't have the commitment to do it, then no point doing it. I remember what Pastor Alexa had just said a few months ago. "I'd rather have a few dedicated people who are willing to serve the Lord to build a church rather than a hundred dully, unwilling people."
It's actually easy to serve the church, and some of them include ushering, children ministry, Levites team, etc. It just take a matter of commitment to make this a very thriving and successful church.
Tatas for now!
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Weekly Church Sermon - May 24th Message
Well, this week Deacon Joshua is here to continue the book of Micah (and again, like last week he show the picture of Micah! @_@) and with the topc : Hope : Path to Fulfillment
If you have been reading this book for the 1st 3 chapters, you will notice that the prophet says nothing but destruction and disaster against the Israelites. But, after that, he predicts the recovery of the Israelites, where they will return to where they were after 70 years of exile. It's like giving them a second chance to live together with God.
Now take an analogy of the sports of golf and tennis. In tennis, if you would've hit the net BUT made it to the opponent's side during your serve, you will be given a second chance. But in golf, you can't. Once you go into the pond, go OB or worse, hit someone else's house (lol be careful for residents living at the golf course! =x), you will be given a penalty stroke straightaway! The only time you can do a second chance is by playing with friends, through the "mulligan" way!
Same goes for those who have gone astray from the Lord's way and wanted to be given a second chance. This is especially for teens who have followed a negative influence. If you are one of them, God is always there for you to give you a second chance to walk in His way.
That's all for this week.
PS : Another late update, because I had to go to Setia Alam to do some house cleaning. XP
If you have been reading this book for the 1st 3 chapters, you will notice that the prophet says nothing but destruction and disaster against the Israelites. But, after that, he predicts the recovery of the Israelites, where they will return to where they were after 70 years of exile. It's like giving them a second chance to live together with God.
Now take an analogy of the sports of golf and tennis. In tennis, if you would've hit the net BUT made it to the opponent's side during your serve, you will be given a second chance. But in golf, you can't. Once you go into the pond, go OB or worse, hit someone else's house (lol be careful for residents living at the golf course! =x), you will be given a penalty stroke straightaway! The only time you can do a second chance is by playing with friends, through the "mulligan" way!
Same goes for those who have gone astray from the Lord's way and wanted to be given a second chance. This is especially for teens who have followed a negative influence. If you are one of them, God is always there for you to give you a second chance to walk in His way.
That's all for this week.
PS : Another late update, because I had to go to Setia Alam to do some house cleaning. XP
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Weekly Church Sermon - May 17th Message
Oh dear, I was so engrossed in exams, that I totally forgot to post this up....
Anyway, for this week, Pastor Alexa is here to teach about the topic ,"Corruption : Path to Nowhere". And I just realized that I'm in a middle of having a 3-week break from worship team, coincidence with my final exams. (as per today, I'm halfway to go, ending next Tuesday) Thanks Uncle Don for being a considerate person, by chance!
Now back on-topic, now I'm sure everyone knows about the recent Perak government meeting fiasco that occured a fortnight ago. This is just one part of how people would like to accuse people just to have their personal gain.
However, a much bigger problem that emerges around the world, corruption. In my view and definition, corruption means accepting bribes from virtually anyone to pervert justice, and to have personal gains only. Not only does it bring unfair judgement to other people, but it is considered as a major tarnish to the country's image.
Micah 3 tells it all, on how people are being so corrupted that they are punished so severely. I just wish on how people who accepts bribes would be cindered in the flames. *Takes out an evil laughter*
Well then, Micah 3 would be a nice chapter to look at. Till then, tatas and sorry for the REALLY late update! XP
Anyway, for this week, Pastor Alexa is here to teach about the topic ,"Corruption : Path to Nowhere". And I just realized that I'm in a middle of having a 3-week break from worship team, coincidence with my final exams. (as per today, I'm halfway to go, ending next Tuesday) Thanks Uncle Don for being a considerate person, by chance!
Now back on-topic, now I'm sure everyone knows about the recent Perak government meeting fiasco that occured a fortnight ago. This is just one part of how people would like to accuse people just to have their personal gain.
However, a much bigger problem that emerges around the world, corruption. In my view and definition, corruption means accepting bribes from virtually anyone to pervert justice, and to have personal gains only. Not only does it bring unfair judgement to other people, but it is considered as a major tarnish to the country's image.
Micah 3 tells it all, on how people are being so corrupted that they are punished so severely. I just wish on how people who accepts bribes would be cindered in the flames. *Takes out an evil laughter*
Well then, Micah 3 would be a nice chapter to look at. Till then, tatas and sorry for the REALLY late update! XP
Thursday, May 14, 2009
AuditionSEA Patch 6066
Dear Clubbers,
There will be a game client patch on 13 May 2009, Wednesday, from 0930Hrs to 1530Hrs (+8GMT).
- 7 POPULAR SONGS
- 100+ new avatars
- 100 new dancemove!
- Diary Series Mode (Standard diary, premium diary, couple diary)
- Removal of DJ Steve’s songs
*Game service has resumed since 2000Hrs (+8GMT).
* We are in midst of rectifying the issue with wedding ring bug. We seek your understandings toward this.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused .
- AuditionSEA Administrator
Hmm, not a really bad update for SAU, giving the facts that they finally removed DJ Steve's songs for licensing issues, and new key moves to spice things up. (Finally!)Anyway, the 7 new songs are :
JJ Lin - Jiang Nan (The BU file is hard, as hard as No Space Hard BU)
Epik High - One (OMG EPIK HIGH FTW! It's my favourite song!)
Big Bangs - Lies (Aww, why not Haru Haru? (Day by Day) But heck, its nice too.)
Pussycat Dolls - Buttons (Are they interested in the Pussycat Dolls songs now?)
Elyzia - Luna (Never tried, will come back later for feedbacks.)
Lady Gaga - Just Dance (I think Poker Face is better IMO.)
Lin Yu Zhong - Kong Qu Qian (Also haven't tried.)
I also have not tried the Diary thingy, but some people says its for a journal and reminder dates. Quite useful.
They still have not added any crazy key moves or S-Bboy moves, but they do add some moves like the second version of going down : 812874 and 434766.
Overall, a good one, except for the wedding ring bug that they are working right now. XP
Oh, and as for some nice teaser endings:
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Weekly church sermon - May 10th Message
First of all, a blessed Mother's Day! =)
Today we will venture into the Book of Micah (NOT Pastor Alexa's son!) and to start off, Pastor Reynold brought out the topic ,"Rebellion, A Path of Ruin."
Historically, prophet Micah was prophesising against the kingdom of Israel and Judah, and demonstrated on how Israel fell into the hands of the Assyrians as a warning sign to Judah. Well that was true, because the people decided to rebel against the Lord by abandoning his Law and following other Gods.
Something reminds me of the famous words that Samuel said.
"For rebellion is like the sin of divination." (1 Samuel 15:22)
People may be pleased in the eyes of God externally, but deep inside their hearts, they may have a rebellious heart. If that's you, I would suggest that you understand Samuel's famous words to Saul when he failed to obey all of God's commands.
That's all for this week.
Today we will venture into the Book of Micah (NOT Pastor Alexa's son!) and to start off, Pastor Reynold brought out the topic ,"Rebellion, A Path of Ruin."
Historically, prophet Micah was prophesising against the kingdom of Israel and Judah, and demonstrated on how Israel fell into the hands of the Assyrians as a warning sign to Judah. Well that was true, because the people decided to rebel against the Lord by abandoning his Law and following other Gods.
Something reminds me of the famous words that Samuel said.
"For rebellion is like the sin of divination." (1 Samuel 15:22)
People may be pleased in the eyes of God externally, but deep inside their hearts, they may have a rebellious heart. If that's you, I would suggest that you understand Samuel's famous words to Saul when he failed to obey all of God's commands.
That's all for this week.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Weekly church sermon - May 3rd Message
Today is supposedly my duty for ushering, but it clashed with my worship team duty, so I had to skip my ushering and Aunty Swee Khim is glad to replace me. (Thank you very much.) Pastor Alexa is finishing up the Book of Isaiah for this week, with the topic "The Invitation is Inclusive"
Like the previous sermon, the Israelites has been sent to exile for their persistant sin against the Lord, yet the Lord hinted that there will be hope in them, and everyone is invited back to Him.
Now, the question is this:
1. Who are invited?
A : Those who have dreams and seems to meet with failure, dissatisfaction, and seems to hit the wall everywhere; and seems to be thirsty and broken, are invited.
2. What do the offer?
A : Water, milk and wine. Water is to quench the thirst and for refreshment. Milk is for ongoing nourishment, for God knows our spiritual needs. While wine is for celebration, the times of praise and joy.
3. What are they told to do in order to get it?
A : Hear Him, and you wll live. Experience that unchanging covenant love to respond to His invitation to listen to Him.
And finally, some pointers:
1. To overcome the separation between God's way and our ways and thoughts as well, we will never know the ways of God unless you seek the Lord.
2. We will find pardon, and not punishment.
3. He is new and always available for us.
That's all for this week.
Like the previous sermon, the Israelites has been sent to exile for their persistant sin against the Lord, yet the Lord hinted that there will be hope in them, and everyone is invited back to Him.
Now, the question is this:
1. Who are invited?
A : Those who have dreams and seems to meet with failure, dissatisfaction, and seems to hit the wall everywhere; and seems to be thirsty and broken, are invited.
2. What do the offer?
A : Water, milk and wine. Water is to quench the thirst and for refreshment. Milk is for ongoing nourishment, for God knows our spiritual needs. While wine is for celebration, the times of praise and joy.
3. What are they told to do in order to get it?
A : Hear Him, and you wll live. Experience that unchanging covenant love to respond to His invitation to listen to Him.
And finally, some pointers:
1. To overcome the separation between God's way and our ways and thoughts as well, we will never know the ways of God unless you seek the Lord.
2. We will find pardon, and not punishment.
3. He is new and always available for us.
That's all for this week.
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