Saturday, July 31, 2004
Hi, Can I be your friend?
I wonder how my hp no. ever got to this guy called Nick. Intially, I thought he was one of the freshies who called regarding CF. Before I could clarify things, he insisted that he met me during one of his clubbing sessions, but that was lame. He's just trying his luck to get to know a girl. Sorry lor, I'm not so dumb. And I don't go clubbing. Called me a couple of times for the past 2 days, and once at 5.50am! fortunately i was going to wake up soon. Ignored his nonsense and he has not called today..hopefully he will stop calling, if not I'll take action!
Friday, July 30, 2004
Fragility of Human Relationships
Human relationships are indeed fragile...this is the reality. I am surprised to find out that 2 couples whom I know broke up after a pretty long relationship, and I was expecting a wedding invitation soon. Though I'm not sure what were the reasons, but I guess it was a decision clearly thought through. From another perspective, as Christians, we take heart in knowing that Christ is our Bridegroom, and we are his Bride. As I read a book called 'Life's Big Questions' by Vaughan Roberts, I was struck by how little I've grasped in terms of understanding the relationship I have with Christ..Have I been living my life as though I'm waiting for my Bridegroom? Each day is a day nearer to meeting Christ. May we be gripped by the fact that Christ offers to all of us a perfect marriage with him that will last for eternity.
Wednesday, July 28, 2004
Literal Translation
My niece Hannah did a literal translation of fishball over dinner. Was feeding her and she said "Yu Qiu" instead of "Yu Yuan"! My natural reaction was to laugh. Before I knew it, she was crying away. Oh dear..I need to be real sensitive when it comes to her. Tender heart.. :) Hmm..I hope this doesn't happen to the kids when I start teaching. ;p
Back to Reality
Quite a lot to share since I haven't been blogging for the past few days..heh..first of all, conference was great! Learnt a lot from the faithful teaching by David Jackman and Tony Payne. Changed my understanding of certain passages, esp 1 Cor 13. It's not THE passage for weddings, as much favoured by many. ;p Understanding it in context of 1 Cor opens up my eyes to see how it all fits in..and really challenges me to exercise my gifts in love, and to truly just love those around me.
Met one of my NIE Chinese lecturers..really a pleasant surprise. It was encouraging to hear about her service to God and others, and also making the effort to invite fellow colleagues to church.. :)
Learning God's Word and fellowshipping with other Christians...great weekend. :)
Now...back to reality.
Realised I was not too prepared for school as I was still searching high and low for my not updated timetable, packing my pencil case..and hey..what do i need to bring again?? haha..sigh..the thought of listening to lectures and doing countless projects was quite daunting. ;p oh well...life goes on. I'm paid to study..if that's a form of motivation.
Met one of my NIE Chinese lecturers..really a pleasant surprise. It was encouraging to hear about her service to God and others, and also making the effort to invite fellow colleagues to church.. :)
Learning God's Word and fellowshipping with other Christians...great weekend. :)
Now...back to reality.
Realised I was not too prepared for school as I was still searching high and low for my not updated timetable, packing my pencil case..and hey..what do i need to bring again?? haha..sigh..the thought of listening to lectures and doing countless projects was quite daunting. ;p oh well...life goes on. I'm paid to study..if that's a form of motivation.
Friday, July 23, 2004
Mixed Feelings
I'm really excited about the Holy Spirit Weekend..not that I'm going to experience being slained..;p but to truly understand this Spirit of Truth from God's Word. Look forward to catching up with other like-minded Christians, many whom I meet only during Project Timothy events. :) It's a good break before the hectic semester starts! Going with mixed feelings though, cos of the unsettled issue mentioned in my second entry. Guess I'm learning patience in the process, and learning to listen more and talk less...
Conduct Matters
Am I living a life that is worthy of Christ? Have I stumbled anyone? These are the questions that I'm asking myself. One of my loved ones has been stumbled recently. He is utterly disappointed with the people in church, the words they spoke hurt him very much. so much so that he wants to stop attending church. Worst thing is these people are leaders of the church...
A great reminder to me..We may know so much about the Bible yet do not seek to live out the truths. May God grant me the wisdom as I encourage and pray with my loved one.
A great reminder to me..We may know so much about the Bible yet do not seek to live out the truths. May God grant me the wisdom as I encourage and pray with my loved one.
Wednesday, July 21, 2004
My very first entry!
Finally, I'm into blogging...Was considering whether I should blog. Am I blogging cos everyone else is in it, or because I want to share part of my life with others? Was telling a friend the other day that blogging is not the true expression of oneself..at least this is how I feel. The thought of my blog being made public restricts what I can write..however, this is an excellent avenue to share my life with others..to a certain extent. :)
