Monday, February 13, 2006
Thanksgiving
Thank God for Christian fellowship made possible through His son Jesus Christ. Am really thankful to God for two encouraging meet up sessions with different brothers and sisters in Christ this week. It was encouraging not just because we have not met up for a while, but there was true encouragement in the Word, and not just words of comfort. Even as we shared about the ministries in our different churches, and also sharing our lives and the issues we face, we were once again reminded of our gracious and loving God who gave up His Son for us, so that we are saved from the penalty of death and judgment. In response to this and in the light of Christ’s sure return, our only right response is gratitude and thankfulness, and loving Him and others more and more. Many a times, we focus so much on the ‘doing’ of ministry, and our problems that we tend to forget that our God is sovereign, and whose ways are higher than our ways. His Word has clearly shown us how we should live. In a sense, the ‘solution’ to the issues we face in our lives has already been given, it’s just whether we take that ‘solution’ or not. Come to think of it, isn’t this easier than having to rack our brains to think of our own?
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On another note, I received a paper bag filled with a variety of biscuits and two bars of chocolates from a sister in church. I am really touched by her concern that I may not be having regular meals during my upcoming Practicum. Her act of love and thoughtfulness has humbled me as I reflect on my love for others, and this is truly a model for us all.
* She joked that she's the supplier for the first two weeks only, and the remaining six will have to be taken care of by someone else, whose response is "She spoil market lah." Hahaha..
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On another note, I received a paper bag filled with a variety of biscuits and two bars of chocolates from a sister in church. I am really touched by her concern that I may not be having regular meals during my upcoming Practicum. Her act of love and thoughtfulness has humbled me as I reflect on my love for others, and this is truly a model for us all.
* She joked that she's the supplier for the first two weeks only, and the remaining six will have to be taken care of by someone else, whose response is "She spoil market lah." Hahaha..
Sunday, February 05, 2006
Yet another round of 'battle'
Another round of 'battle' will start soon...ah...It seems like yesterday when I had my first round of Practicum. Am preparing myself mentally for the heavy workload to come, the constant churning out of lesson plans, marking, preparation of teaching materials, etc. Hope to learn much more in this round of Practicum, and also improve in my time managment. :) Keeping my fingers crossed whether I'll be able to attend the midweek bible study group. May God strengthen me!
