Around this time last year I asked for more the of the good stuff. I also mentioned that a new year is not a reset button and nothing will change until we make the effort to change things. The more I think about it the more its true. I'm at the stage in my life when the decision of what my life will amount to lies increasingly on me. Its like the safety net has been removed and its scary. And more and more its obvious that nothing will happen unless I move and actually apply myself, recognising it may well take a lot of effort and persistence than I have come to expect.
For 2012 I want things to be different, like radically. That's what I want. I want to be less afraid and over evaluate everything. I want to be bold and take bold steps I think are worth taking. I want a lot of things. But what I need is room to grow even if its a little bit because it matters. Especially to me.
Going to camp taught me that troubles will come and really asking God to take away those problems is not being productive and in some ways its working against God's purposes. Instead seek strength, patience and perseverance throughout the storms and see the salvation of the Lord. He promises to be there through it all, not to watch you fall on your face but to carry you through it.
Loving father keep your promises, and continually remind us of them.
-ONWARD!
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Monday, December 26, 2011
some christmas thoughts
This time of the year is a very sentimental time for me. Its like the whole year is leading up to these few days of joy and happiness. And the timing is one that forces you to look back and take time to reflect on the year that has been.
I was looking at the few posts I've made this year and a lot has happened in these 52 weeks or so. I'm glad I'm still here, I'm glad that even through everything that has happened I have in some way become stronger in my faith and knowledge of God. There were a lot of trying times which I don't wish to discuss, the people that know, know but God has been really kind and merciful and patient with me.
Just like the last post, I'm reminded to remember that I'm not alone in my journey that I have a counsellor who is always there and within reach. I'm reminded that my life won't go easy or smooth or anything like that but regardless there will always be a reason to smile in the midst of it all.
This afternoon a few friends were sharing about some of the difficult times they went through and how they view it in hindsight, with thankfulness, giving glory to God for seeing them through really touch my heart. I didn't share anything because well I often try to protect myself. Maybe I should be more vulnerable to closer friends. But I think if we all take a moment to look back there will be atleast one instance where God has been faithful.
My life is no where near where I want it to be and I'm still learning and growing but despite everything I am grateful for where I am right now and confident that I will see the salvation of the Lord. Someday.
Have a blessed Christmas everyone.
-ONWARD!
I was looking at the few posts I've made this year and a lot has happened in these 52 weeks or so. I'm glad I'm still here, I'm glad that even through everything that has happened I have in some way become stronger in my faith and knowledge of God. There were a lot of trying times which I don't wish to discuss, the people that know, know but God has been really kind and merciful and patient with me.
Just like the last post, I'm reminded to remember that I'm not alone in my journey that I have a counsellor who is always there and within reach. I'm reminded that my life won't go easy or smooth or anything like that but regardless there will always be a reason to smile in the midst of it all.
This afternoon a few friends were sharing about some of the difficult times they went through and how they view it in hindsight, with thankfulness, giving glory to God for seeing them through really touch my heart. I didn't share anything because well I often try to protect myself. Maybe I should be more vulnerable to closer friends. But I think if we all take a moment to look back there will be atleast one instance where God has been faithful.
My life is no where near where I want it to be and I'm still learning and growing but despite everything I am grateful for where I am right now and confident that I will see the salvation of the Lord. Someday.
Have a blessed Christmas everyone.
-ONWARD!
Monday, December 19, 2011
Remember
Camps are great, especially bible camps. I just got back from one with the theme: 'spiritual discipline' focusing on the 9 fruits of the spirit. In most of the lessons, for me at least, it was nothing I've not heard before but things that I have forgotten and its always good to be reminded. I think I've quoted this before but I'll say it again. 'Humans need to be reminded more than they need to be instructed'. Why? Because we forget easily.
When the Israelites where walking through the red sea, God commanded the leader of each tribe to pick to stone from the sea bed and keep it as a remembrance of their salvation from their Egyptian taskmasters.
When we went through 'peace' as a topic, what struck me is that God does not promise to remove troubles from our lives and make us more comfortable but rather promises to be there in our troubles and help us through it. Its just that that's usually not what we want but it helps me to pray right.
For the past few weeks even this morning in my devotions the message have been the same, remember. To tell you the truth, its really scary to put your trust in God. We read of the Israelites being commanded to go the battlefront where they will be facing two different armies from two nations joining forces to take them down. But all they had to do was to bring their guitars and drums and musical instruments to praise God. Thats a scary and foolish thing to do but in hindsight it saved their life. The armies killed themselves and the people of God needed three days to loot the plunder.
So remember, God is good. His promises are sure, not gonna change. Troubles, challenges, awkward uncomfortable moments even seasons won't go away but we are never alone through these things. Remember that God is good.
-ONWARD!
When the Israelites where walking through the red sea, God commanded the leader of each tribe to pick to stone from the sea bed and keep it as a remembrance of their salvation from their Egyptian taskmasters.
When we went through 'peace' as a topic, what struck me is that God does not promise to remove troubles from our lives and make us more comfortable but rather promises to be there in our troubles and help us through it. Its just that that's usually not what we want but it helps me to pray right.
For the past few weeks even this morning in my devotions the message have been the same, remember. To tell you the truth, its really scary to put your trust in God. We read of the Israelites being commanded to go the battlefront where they will be facing two different armies from two nations joining forces to take them down. But all they had to do was to bring their guitars and drums and musical instruments to praise God. Thats a scary and foolish thing to do but in hindsight it saved their life. The armies killed themselves and the people of God needed three days to loot the plunder.
So remember, God is good. His promises are sure, not gonna change. Troubles, challenges, awkward uncomfortable moments even seasons won't go away but we are never alone through these things. Remember that God is good.
-ONWARD!
Thursday, December 15, 2011
50mm
I've been wanting a dslr for a while. I've actually been going back and forth with my decision. One because of the bulk another is the price of them apples. But atleast I know its going to be a canon and I'll get body only no kit lens nonsense and a 50mm lens. Found this video with 5 reasons why you should have the 50mm in your arsenal, and forgive his language. It seems like swearing is now mainstream.
Oh day 6 will come next week and I won't be available this starting tomorrow, going on a camp out in the woods with ants and mosquitoes and fruit trees. Will continue our challenge on Monday.
-ONWARD!
Oh day 6 will come next week and I won't be available this starting tomorrow, going on a camp out in the woods with ants and mosquitoes and fruit trees. Will continue our challenge on Monday.
-ONWARD!
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
day 5: from a high angle
Day 5 almost didn't happen because of the subject but I think its open to interpretation.
-ONWARD!
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
day 4: something green
Thanks to Yan Hui for letting me use her glasses. The computer on the background is also her's. And guess what's her favourite colour?
-ONWARD!
Monday, December 12, 2011
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Saturday, December 10, 2011
day 1: self portrait
So I decided to start a 30 day photography challenge. The aim for me is to take photos everyday not necessarily to be as creative as possible so here's day 1: self portrait.
-ONWARD!
-ONWARD!
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
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