It's been more than a month since my last post,how i wish i could write more often. Everytime when i sit down to write there will always be something, someone or a phone call that will distract me from doing so.HUH!!!!!!! NO EXCUSES!!
But the last one month was really a great adventure with God, so much had happened in my personal life and in our ministry. First it was the EMERGE in CHC(i wish i could write more on this next time when i have more time. It was just another life changing experience for me and my leaders)then we had the 'Sex education' teaching in one of the Jr high school(gonna write more of this in my next post), then we had the 劉畊宏 concert(that was just AWESOME!but we learnt so much from this concert), then did a 'Training session'for the leaders in Pst Wang' church in Xin Chu (great breakthrough there!), then had to deal with issues that surrounded some of our members (BIG ones!!), right after that had to deal with another SERIOUS personal prob of one of my leader (That really took a lot of my time, emotion, energy, sleep.... that is what pastoring is about; protecting, guiding, loving, encouraging and strengthening my sheep. Praise God he is back on track again!!! this is one of the most EXCITING part of pastoring; seeing people fall and rising up again and becoming stronger and bolder for JESUS)
The last one month i experienced God as my PROVIDER, COMFORTER, HELPER, TEACHER,ROCK and FORTRESS. He guided and comforted me through the valley, He rejoiced and shouted with me in the mountain top. He is always FAITHFUL yesterday, today and forever! amen!
Father, i want to thank for keeping me and leading me into the path of righteousness. I was weak but did not fall, i was poor but was not in lack, i was afraid but did not fear. Thank u for strengthening me when i am weak, thank u for prospering me when i am poor, thank u for the faith when i am afraid.
Thank u for being my shepherd and making me lie down in green pastures and beside still water. Even though i walked throught the valley of the shadow of death, but i did not stumbled for you were there with me, your rod and staff comforted me. You prepared a table for me in the presence of my enemies, you annointed me with oil and made my cup overflows. Thank u for goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, thank u for all the breakthroughs and victories. I will dwell in your house forever Lord. AMEN!!!!
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Friday, May 18, 2007
MOTHER -- Best gift from God
This year mother's day was just awesome!!! we had so many mom in our youth service this year,praise God!!! We really ROCKED the nite.. YAA!!
The BEST part was that i was able to clear some of the wrong concepts and doubts in the mind of these parents. I realized that most parents object their kids from coming to church was because of one wrong concept, ie, 'Christianity is a religion that don't honor our ancestors and parents.' But that is WRONG WRONG WRONG!! Coz when we look at the Bible; the greatest commandment is to love God whole heartedly and loving people fervently. Matt 22:37-39. In fact, the fifth commandment in the 10 commandment is to respect and honor our father and mother.
When God created Adam and Eve the first commandment He gave them was to establish FAMILY.
Gen 1:28 God gave them his blessing and said: Have a lot of children! Fill the earth with people and bring it under your control. Rule over the fish in the ocean, the birds in the sky, and every animal on the earth.
When we look at the four Gospels we can see how beautifully the Bible recorded the relationship between Jesus and his mother. From the very beginning of Jesus' life till His death and even after that.... the Bible has kept the record of it. It's really the best illustration of a relationship between a mother and son.
1. Jesus started His first hour in His mother' arm Lk 2:1-7.
2. When Jesus was 12 Mary walked the extra miles back to Jerusalem to bring Jesus home. Lk 2:42-46
3. When Jesus started His ministry at age 30 Mary gave Him an opportunity to perform his first miracle. Jn 2:3-5
4. At age 33 when Jesus was hung on the cross Mary was at the foot of the cross to gave Him strength and courage to complete his life mission. Jn 19:25-27
5. Finally when He rose from His death Mary was there to witness the empty tomb. Lk 24: 1- 12
6. Even after Jesus ascended to heaven Mary was still around, she was there to witness the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:12-14
From these passages we can see how important and precious it is for a child to be connected to his/her mother.
5 most precious gifts from our mom:
1. Mother gives us LIFE
2. Mother gives us a WARM HOME
3. Mother gives us OPPORTUNITY to step into our DESTINY
4. Mother gives us STRENGTH and COURAGE to fulfill our life MISSION
5. Mother gives us her TRUST
So what can we do for our mom on Mother's day?
M = Make her a card
O = Order her a flower
T = Take her to the best restaurant
H = Help her do the house works
E = Embrace and kiss her
R = Remind her that you love her
Father, i want to thank you for giving me the best and most wonderful mom in this whole universe.
Without her i wouldn't be here to enjoy this abundant life
Without her i wouldn't have such a warm and cozy home
Without her i wouldn't have this opportunity to do what i am doing today
Without her i wouldn't have the strength and courage to continue my journey Without her i wouldn't be able to believe in myself
Thank you Jesus, may you continue to pour down your blessing upon her, let your love, joy and peace continue to overflow her life. May your angels be around her to protect her from all harm and evil. I prayed you will return to her double portion of all the sacrifices she made for this family.
I commit her once again into your loving hands. Amen!!!
The BEST part was that i was able to clear some of the wrong concepts and doubts in the mind of these parents. I realized that most parents object their kids from coming to church was because of one wrong concept, ie, 'Christianity is a religion that don't honor our ancestors and parents.' But that is WRONG WRONG WRONG!! Coz when we look at the Bible; the greatest commandment is to love God whole heartedly and loving people fervently. Matt 22:37-39. In fact, the fifth commandment in the 10 commandment is to respect and honor our father and mother.
When God created Adam and Eve the first commandment He gave them was to establish FAMILY.
Gen 1:28 God gave them his blessing and said: Have a lot of children! Fill the earth with people and bring it under your control. Rule over the fish in the ocean, the birds in the sky, and every animal on the earth.
When we look at the four Gospels we can see how beautifully the Bible recorded the relationship between Jesus and his mother. From the very beginning of Jesus' life till His death and even after that.... the Bible has kept the record of it. It's really the best illustration of a relationship between a mother and son.
1. Jesus started His first hour in His mother' arm Lk 2:1-7.
2. When Jesus was 12 Mary walked the extra miles back to Jerusalem to bring Jesus home. Lk 2:42-46
3. When Jesus started His ministry at age 30 Mary gave Him an opportunity to perform his first miracle. Jn 2:3-5
4. At age 33 when Jesus was hung on the cross Mary was at the foot of the cross to gave Him strength and courage to complete his life mission. Jn 19:25-27
5. Finally when He rose from His death Mary was there to witness the empty tomb. Lk 24: 1- 12
6. Even after Jesus ascended to heaven Mary was still around, she was there to witness the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:12-14
From these passages we can see how important and precious it is for a child to be connected to his/her mother.
5 most precious gifts from our mom:
1. Mother gives us LIFE
2. Mother gives us a WARM HOME
3. Mother gives us OPPORTUNITY to step into our DESTINY
4. Mother gives us STRENGTH and COURAGE to fulfill our life MISSION
5. Mother gives us her TRUST
So what can we do for our mom on Mother's day?
M = Make her a card
O = Order her a flower
T = Take her to the best restaurant
H = Help her do the house works
E = Embrace and kiss her
R = Remind her that you love her
Father, i want to thank you for giving me the best and most wonderful mom in this whole universe.
Without her i wouldn't be here to enjoy this abundant life
Without her i wouldn't have such a warm and cozy home
Without her i wouldn't have this opportunity to do what i am doing today
Without her i wouldn't have the strength and courage to continue my journey Without her i wouldn't be able to believe in myself
Thank you Jesus, may you continue to pour down your blessing upon her, let your love, joy and peace continue to overflow her life. May your angels be around her to protect her from all harm and evil. I prayed you will return to her double portion of all the sacrifices she made for this family.
I commit her once again into your loving hands. Amen!!!
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