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(Oct 27th) Lots of Love

I was the chairperson for care group this week. Although I tried to object the 'offer' many times during JDMM, the decision was final. Julian would get so annoyed with me if he was there. Well, another swell chance to improve my chairing skill. I talked quite a lot. And my words were still flying everywhere! Geesh! I still struggle during prayer after Praise & Worship.

Each session started and ended quickly. The game was OK. 2 people were asked to guess what the 3 mimes were acting out. Wee Kiat can't stop laughing at my miming. What was the matter with mine? He acted out the answers during his part

I thought I hadn't guessed any rightly but I got 2 points in the end. During testimony session, Wee Kiat shared a touching one about friendship. It was about when his relatives suggested that he should go to UTAR to study. But his best mate planned to study in MMU. After all the preparation he had done, he left them aside and accompanied her here. He never regrets it. Shin Jie shared hers as well. So I began to ask Khai Lyn, Ben, and Abraham if they would follow their best mates to study somewhere. Khai Lyn said that she came to MMU with Su Han but they weren't close back in their hometown. Eventually, they've became best friends.

During sharing, all of us never gave a chance to Khai Lyn to finish her sharing. She gave examples as if they were real. We kept asking why should we do that and how must we treat the people well, etc. We brought up so many questions and talked to one another about it till it pissed her off - nah, not really. After that, Khai Lyn passed a piece of paper to us. I have no idea what it's for. Khai Lyn asked us to write down our name at the love on the left and on the right - the name of the person we are having grudge with.

I wrote my name on the left as I thought of the person's name. I hadn't been writing the name for quite some time. I was allowed not to write but it wouldn't be fun if I leave it blank. So I boldly wrote it. And I don't feel relieved. Let's cover the cross. Without Jesus in the middle, we'll be on our own. When a conflict rose, our love grew further from each other and there's no way we could get the friendship back, like this...

But with Jesus in the centre, He'll restore our friendship. As we folded the cross, the love came closer to one another. I was moved.

As the Word stated,

John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."

Romans 12:19 "Do not take revenge, my friends..."

Proverbs 25:21 "If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat; if he is thirsty, give him water to drink."

1 John 4:18 "There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear..."

Matthew 5:43-48 "You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbours and hate your enemy.' But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends down rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. If you love those who love you, what reward you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that? And if you greet only your brothers, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that? Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect."

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Currently loving,
"千年泪" by Tank, "When Your Heart Stops Beating" by +44, "Girls Allowed" by Girls Aloud, "Have A Little Faith In Me" by Mandy Moore, "对手" by 郑伟康 Ft. Tank, "Make You Smile" by +44, "White Lies" by Girls Aloud, "圣堂之门" by 阿沁, "换季" by 金莎

(Oct 20th) A Wonderful Surprise

I never could imagine that my little godbro, Le Jie would come down to Malacca to work in Quality. It was a surprise (but he spoilt it). For so long, we asked each other about the time we could meet up again. We missed the times we spent together few months ago. There was once I went to KL to meet him. We weren't that close yet but because of how he appreciates our friendship, we became really close. People do misunderstand about us.

It is really fun to have someone who could share anything with me. ANYTHING. EVERYTHING. Usually girls have their girlfriends to share stuffs with such as, clothes. Le Jie and I shared things as well. We have different mindsets. We have different taste. We like different things. But we still share stuffs. It's really hard at first because he don't really speak English. But we can communicate in English now. He learnt fast and he can speak fluently (even better than me). Thank God for that. It is because he has the desire to talk with me and also the desire to learn, that's why he's able to learn fast.

On Tuesday, he brought me to Secret Recipe to have lunch.

These are what we ordered

And then, we went to Living Cabin to get these cute-ies...

We wanted to get the same ones but because of the girlish key chain I got, he doesn't want the same anymore. So he bought another. We were so excited and we put them on right away. We were like kids after getting our favourite stuffs. We are always teasing each other and the others workers teased us - a lot. They asked me when I should meet his mum because in the future he would be my boyfriend. Even the supervisor said that. Everyone thought we're together. But all of us were just fooling around.

He is indeed a great guy. He has a sacrificial heart. He bought me bread when I am hungry. He doesn't think of how much he has in the wallet. He cared for me therefore he bought me something to eat. He doesn't want me to get sick later on. I noticed that people don't appreciate his true friendship. I am glad that I am there for him. He is also a friend indeed! When the time I got really upset, I'd just throw my anger to him and he listened attentively. Most of the times, he'd text me about whatever things happened in KL. Even about the girl he used to like. He has a curious mind. He's always asking me about stuffs he doesn't know. Sometimes, I'd get ticked off because of some silly questions he asked. But he's willing to learn what he doesn't know. He's quick to learn despite the fact that sometimes he'd make me angry

Alright then, I guess I've enough said about him. Here's a picture of...

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Sorry, he's quite shy

(Oct 16) A Week of Laughter Part 2

The people who clearly made my working hours go wild!

Chee Yin with her beautiful smile... and Ah Keong with his cool pose

Le Khang and... introducing new friends, Ah Siong with Ah Hua (Blender guys)

And not forgetting, Lady Ah Mei from T1

And especially my god brother, Le Jie...

Extra shots of the guys and girls

I want to thank God for the things He had done in the past few days. Many times, I asked God for Strength, Wisdom, and Courage. He undeniably answered each of my prayers. I always need spare energy to work in Lilic Collections and Quality. He never failed to provide me transport to work every day too. Usually I'll have to catch a bus at 8.30am in order not to be late for my work. But since Le Khang is here in Malacca, he offered rides. This way, I can rest more, save the RM1.30 bus fare and also save some 'walking' energy. It’s been a long time since I drive my mum’s car to work. Even when she allowed me to drive, I’d just say "Don’t want lar" and walk to the bus stop. It’s actually kind of fun to take bus rides. Don't you think so?

Oct 16th was the most fun day in Quality, ever! Thanks to Chee Yin, Ah Mei, Ah Keong, Le Khang, Ah Siong, and Ah Hua. Because of them, I couldn't stop myself from laughing at their jokes and silly actions. I couldn't stop smiling at their sly looks. Plus I can't stop giggling at the Blender guys' flirty jokes. They kept on flirting with me and I just have to walk away from my kiosk. They are really hilarious. During certain working hours, Chee Yin and I would go high – very high. We'll start teasing and laughing at each other. Even when we were so sleepy earlier, we would be wide awake after that. Then, Ah Siong would start to come over and gave me a long stare. He'll ask for my name and I'll ask for his IC (to get his real name). Ah Hua came to our kiosk to sing some Chinese songs. He's never getting humiliated singing out loud when there are a lot of people around us. Wicked time! Honestly, I can't speak to them at first because they don't know English. Ah Hua approached me first and we started to talk. Later, I tried to be friendly to Ah Siong, to give him courage for his new job that is to sell the blenders. Soon, we've became friends.

I always remind myself what God had taught me; Guard my Tongue, and Guard my Heart. I do my job and I complete it. Just like how I am doing in Lilic Collections. I treated the customers like my friends. If they showed some friendly moves, I'd be friendly to them. No matter how old they are or how big their sizes are. They're my customers. I definitely won't get paid extra just for that. I served them with all my heart. If it's the rule in Lilic to serve, I’d do that. Or else why should I be in someone’s boutique when I want to set my own rules?

Another thing is when you've friends around you; it's surely hard to avoid gossips. You'll never get away from it. Unless you're in a safe corner and you can just avoid it. What's difficult for me during work time is... to listen to my colleagues' talks. You'll need to give good response - that is nice to their ears, of course. You really must be polite, right? I did join the chat, but when I realized my mistake the next second, I quickly move to another spot or I make it like the things aren't my business so I shall not kepo. The best way? Don't sit with them at the first place when they're having girls talk. Very dangerous.

These are a few encouraging bible verses that I want to share with you readers.

Cheers!

Philippians 4:6
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."

1 Thessalonians 4:11-12
"Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business and to work with your hands, just as we told you, so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders and so that you will not be dependent on anybody."

Philippians 4:113
"I can do everything through him who gives me strength."

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This of course!!!!

Just the another One of a Girl’s Obsession

Currently into:
"Mary Jane" by The Click Five, "Juliet" by LMNT, "Hapus Aku" by Nidji, "Walk This Way" by Sugababes VS Girls Aloud, "Floor filler" by A*Teens, "Kata Terakhir" by 6ixth Sense, "The Heart Never Lies" by McFLY, "Never Say Goodbye" by Mario & Nesty, "See The Day" by Girls Aloud, "When Did Your Heart Goes Missing?" by Rooney, "Sebelum Cahaya" by Letto, "Easy" by Paula DeAnda, "The Art of Loosing" by American Hi-Fi, "The Great Escape" by Boys Like Girls, "Don’t Push Me" by Sweetbox, and "Us Against The World" by Play.

(Oct 14th) Persevering

I was given some responsibilities to complete tasks in Hope of God.
Praise God for all these.
I have always wanted to lead something in church (although I know that my leadership is not very, very good but what's impossible with God?)

First, I was appointed to take care of the bulletin board in church. That's not an easy work. Bro Bing Yi (who will be assisting me) and I have to decide how we put stuffs on the board that was already decorated months ago. But few days ago, God had spoken to me about it. He gave me some creative ideas on what to put on the board. I was very excited about the idea. And I'd start immediately.

Second, bro Bing Yi (who is my Art-partner) and I will be sitting down together to brainstorm about the upcoming Christmas event's decorations. Whose idea was it? The whole leadership team, of course. They knew that I am good in decorating bookmarks and Bing Yi in drawing, so they assumed that both of us are able to decorate the whole church but isn't that great? Bing Yi is a wacky Benjamite. I know we'll get along well as a team.

Third, as one of the Impact Ministry member, I was given a few tasks for the next Hope Malacca event "Family Cum Badminton Tournament '07". I'd to print out registration forms, create a poster, cut out cards for the marks, and also take pictures for the event. More art-y tasks for me! Wheee! I can't stop blushing when Sis Pai Chet kept praising me for my skill in photographing in front of Lemo and Richard. But honestly, I don't have any skill lar.

Before these...

As you can see that I am a very, very slothful girl. When I am given things to do, I'd not do my parts properly. I'll end up asking someone else to do them. For the last few semesters, I couldn't perform my duties in my groups correctly. My brains got 'rusty' and it couldn't go faster. I used to be so, so lazy to do house chores. When I am free for the day, I'd end up sitting right in front of my pc and do something. Just clicking and viewing some documents. Listening to my favourite music; just pretending that I am busy.

My pride caused a girl stopped coming to church. She was my sheep, Sis Wei Lin. I was happy at first to have a sheep. It shows that I am ready to be a shepherd. I always sit beside her and protect her if bro Paul comes to bully her. Sis Su Han was supposed to be the shepherd but she went to Korea, so I was given the job. Sis Shin Jie asked me to prepare myself to do shepherding but I didn't. Because I was not thoughtful. I never take the time to understand her. I didn't see how the future would be for her if she did not get any special care at all. As time passes by, I don't pay much attention to her. I wasn't a strong Christian yet. I always fall. That's why I couldn't take care of her. I couldn't even take care of myself.

It was also because of our language barrier. She speaks Chinese very fluently but I couldn't. She doesn't really understand English well. I am ready to learn but I have the fear speaking to Chinese educated people. I am afraid they'd tease me or give me queer looks. She stopped talking and meeting with the Benjamites. We tried calling her out for lunch or dinner but she wouldn't talk to us. She'd always hang up our call after talking for a while. Because of me, we lost a sister to the world.

The guilt in me got so heavy and I cried each time I thought of it. God had commanded us to take care of His sheep for Him. During prayer, I would ask God to bless me with a compassion heart for the lost souls. I don't want to replicate that mistake.

I wanted to fulfil the vision of Hope of God, which is "to build strong and biblical people to plant strong and biblical churches in Malacca, Malaysia, and all over the world". I like the vision. I want to capture the vision. I want to be the key man of a city. I want to share the good news. I want others to know how much God loves them and how much Jesus wants them to be saved. I want to persevere, as long as Jesus is with me. I want to build a church building - at least one in my lifetime. I used to be directionless but now, I know where I want to head.

I can see that He's teaching me to handle my tasks properly with responsibilities, guiding my heart so I won't get tempted easily, and also blessing me with Wisdom to manage my finance.

And I get all these by just