"I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing."
- John 15:5 -
"I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me."
- Philippians 4:13 -
"My God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus."
- Philippians 4:19 -
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
-Jeremiah 29:11 -
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him."
- James 1:2-5 -
"Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."
- 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 -
"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to His purpose."
- Romans 8:28 -
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
- Isaiah 41:10 -
"The LORD is with me; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?"
- Psalm 118:6 -
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go."
- Joshua 1:9 -
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control."
- Galatians 5:22-23 -
And so MUCH more!! This is just scraping the surface, if you consider the 7000 over promises our Lord has given us!!
Smile with Joy!
Monday, January 18, 2010
Saturday, January 9, 2010
The Touch of the Master's Hand
'Twas battered and scarred, and the auctioneer
Thought it was scarcely worth his while
To waste much time on the old violin
But held it up with a smile.
"What am I bidden, good folks," he cried,
"Who'll start the bidding for me?
"A dollar, a dollar," then, two! Only two?
"Two dollars,and who'll make it three?"
"Three dollars, once, three dollars, twice;
Going for three..."
But no,
From the room, far back, a grey-haired man
Came forward and picked up the bow;
Then, wiping the dust from the old violin,
And tightening the loose strings,
He played a melody pure and sweet
As a caroling angel sings.
The music ceased, and the auctioneer,
With a voice that was quiet and low,
Said:"What am I bid for the old violin?"
And he held it up with the bow.
"A thousand dollars, and who'll make it two?
"Two thousand! And who'll make it three?"
Three thousand, once, three thousand, twice;
And going and gone," said he.
The people cheered, but some of them cried,
"We do not quite understand
What changes its worth?" Swift came the reply:
"The touch of the master's hand."
And many a man with life out of tune,
And battered and scarred with sin,
Is auctioned cheap to the thoughtless crowd,
Much like the old violin.
A "mess of potage," a glass of wine;
A game--and he travels on.
He is "going" once, and "going" twice,
He's "going" and almost "gone."
But the Master comes and the foolish crowd
Never can quite understand
The worth of a soul and the change that's wrought
By the touch of the Master's hand.
Myra B. Welch
Thought it was scarcely worth his while
To waste much time on the old violin
But held it up with a smile.
"What am I bidden, good folks," he cried,
"Who'll start the bidding for me?
"A dollar, a dollar," then, two! Only two?
"Two dollars,and who'll make it three?"
"Three dollars, once, three dollars, twice;
Going for three..."
But no,
From the room, far back, a grey-haired man
Came forward and picked up the bow;
Then, wiping the dust from the old violin,
And tightening the loose strings,
He played a melody pure and sweet
As a caroling angel sings.
The music ceased, and the auctioneer,
With a voice that was quiet and low,
Said:"What am I bid for the old violin?"
And he held it up with the bow.
"A thousand dollars, and who'll make it two?
"Two thousand! And who'll make it three?"
Three thousand, once, three thousand, twice;
And going and gone," said he.
The people cheered, but some of them cried,
"We do not quite understand
What changes its worth?" Swift came the reply:
"The touch of the master's hand."
And many a man with life out of tune,
And battered and scarred with sin,
Is auctioned cheap to the thoughtless crowd,
Much like the old violin.
A "mess of potage," a glass of wine;
A game--and he travels on.
He is "going" once, and "going" twice,
He's "going" and almost "gone."
But the Master comes and the foolish crowd
Never can quite understand
The worth of a soul and the change that's wrought
By the touch of the Master's hand.
Myra B. Welch
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Appearing on TV or the net?
Today my trainer/team leader "sabo" me to appear on Razor tv which would be shown this thursday on the internet!! AHHHHHH!
I was so shocked when he told me to prepare myself. Good thing i wore a nice top today, but I didn't put any make up!! They just filmed me doing my work and answering the calls. But I hope the cameraman filmed me real nice because he moved the camera too close for comfort!! And HELLO, I do not have Tegoshi's complexion LOL we shall see if I even appear haha
Oh well, like my sis says, praise the Lord! I was also thanking the Lord at that time, cause His favour is upon me :)
And my ticket has been approved!! Praise the Lord!! At first there was some problems with the redemption, but I prayed real hard and the Lord approved it for me! YAY!!
Ok better go rest for another day's work tomorrow!
Was complaining to the Lord that I am working for nothing, then I just flipped my Bible opened to start my quiet time ... And VOILA!! The Lord led me to this verse!
Isaiah 49:4
I have labored to no purpose; I have spent my strength in vain and for nothing. Yet what is due me is in the LORD's hand, and my reward is with my God.
How awesome is our God!!
I was so shocked when he told me to prepare myself. Good thing i wore a nice top today, but I didn't put any make up!! They just filmed me doing my work and answering the calls. But I hope the cameraman filmed me real nice because he moved the camera too close for comfort!! And HELLO, I do not have Tegoshi's complexion LOL we shall see if I even appear haha
Oh well, like my sis says, praise the Lord! I was also thanking the Lord at that time, cause His favour is upon me :)
And my ticket has been approved!! Praise the Lord!! At first there was some problems with the redemption, but I prayed real hard and the Lord approved it for me! YAY!!
Ok better go rest for another day's work tomorrow!
Was complaining to the Lord that I am working for nothing, then I just flipped my Bible opened to start my quiet time ... And VOILA!! The Lord led me to this verse!
Isaiah 49:4
I have labored to no purpose; I have spent my strength in vain and for nothing. Yet what is due me is in the LORD's hand, and my reward is with my God.
How awesome is our God!!
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Good rest ...
Yesterday was Christmas and after the Lighthouse Christmas drama we went to Uncle Joo's place for fellowship. And i ended up taking a nap on the super comfy sofa!! haha just lay down and snoozed ... zzzzzzz
But! today had to get up early for half day work *sighz* ... then went for lunch with dad and grandparents at the lovely Boon Keng hawker centre *yumz* ... but on the way back there was a sudden heavy monsoon thunderstorm that most of the cars on the highway started turning on their hazard lights. So we had to detour at Bedok and stop at a multi-storey carpark and walk around the HDB shops ...
Thank the Lord for His protection in that dangerous weather!
Later came back to do some chores like washing my faithful LeSportSac bag that has been with me to many countries and through many walks of life hahaha. The bag that i can't bear to change because its so huge and convenient with specific pockets for different things. But sis nagged at me that i should get a more working looking bag, so i bought a white one as a Christmas present to myself LOL. its smaller and not many pockets but oh well, ladies and their accessories haha!
Then i had a REALLY good nap at 5pm till about 7 plus pm. Was praying quite a bit before I slept and just conversing with the Lord. I just rested so well that i woke up feeling really refreshed and recharged :)
Indeed, as the Lord said "Come to me all you who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Thank you Jesus!
But! today had to get up early for half day work *sighz* ... then went for lunch with dad and grandparents at the lovely Boon Keng hawker centre *yumz* ... but on the way back there was a sudden heavy monsoon thunderstorm that most of the cars on the highway started turning on their hazard lights. So we had to detour at Bedok and stop at a multi-storey carpark and walk around the HDB shops ...
Thank the Lord for His protection in that dangerous weather!
Later came back to do some chores like washing my faithful LeSportSac bag that has been with me to many countries and through many walks of life hahaha. The bag that i can't bear to change because its so huge and convenient with specific pockets for different things. But sis nagged at me that i should get a more working looking bag, so i bought a white one as a Christmas present to myself LOL. its smaller and not many pockets but oh well, ladies and their accessories haha!
Then i had a REALLY good nap at 5pm till about 7 plus pm. Was praying quite a bit before I slept and just conversing with the Lord. I just rested so well that i woke up feeling really refreshed and recharged :)
Indeed, as the Lord said "Come to me all you who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Thank you Jesus!
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Year 2009 is coming to an end ...
The first part of December was real plain fun!!
First it was XQ surprise pickup at the airport with this SUPER HUGE banner haha. Then we went for her 21st celebration at East Coast Jumbo Seafood restaurant. YUMZ YUMZ!!
Next was the meetup on sat night for supper with uni friends at Terminal 3 tcc! We all VERY VERY long never meet up already haha. Luv all my friends!!
May everyone have a Blessed Christmas!! And always remember Christmas is the birthday of Jesus Christ and the meaning of Christmas is giving!!
But anyway, once Christmas arrives ... it will soon be the year 2010!! OMG when we hit the millennium in 2000, i never thought the 2-digit would come so fast!!! >_<
I would just like to thank the Lord for sustaining me through this year. Every year has its ups and downs, but the Lord is always faithful with His provision. And I find that after going through trials or tribulations, I would become more mature and complete as said in the book of James!! Lord, perfect my faith as I run the race before me!! :)
Basically the highlight of this year is my university graduation, lately its me finding my first job, and not to forget my wonderful trips to Desaru with cell group, Korea with Melissa and Canada with Mama! Thank You Jesus!
May the year 2010 be even filled with even more blessings by the grace of God!! For Jesus provides exceedingly, abundantly and more than our minds can EVER imagine!! I receive it, Amen!! ^_^
First it was XQ surprise pickup at the airport with this SUPER HUGE banner haha. Then we went for her 21st celebration at East Coast Jumbo Seafood restaurant. YUMZ YUMZ!!
Next was the meetup on sat night for supper with uni friends at Terminal 3 tcc! We all VERY VERY long never meet up already haha. Luv all my friends!!
May everyone have a Blessed Christmas!! And always remember Christmas is the birthday of Jesus Christ and the meaning of Christmas is giving!!
But anyway, once Christmas arrives ... it will soon be the year 2010!! OMG when we hit the millennium in 2000, i never thought the 2-digit would come so fast!!! >_<
I would just like to thank the Lord for sustaining me through this year. Every year has its ups and downs, but the Lord is always faithful with His provision. And I find that after going through trials or tribulations, I would become more mature and complete as said in the book of James!! Lord, perfect my faith as I run the race before me!! :)
Basically the highlight of this year is my university graduation, lately its me finding my first job, and not to forget my wonderful trips to Desaru with cell group, Korea with Melissa and Canada with Mama! Thank You Jesus!
May the year 2010 be even filled with even more blessings by the grace of God!! For Jesus provides exceedingly, abundantly and more than our minds can EVER imagine!! I receive it, Amen!! ^_^
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Christmas is coming soon! Happy Birthday Jesus!!
DON'T SAVE IT ALL FOR CHRISTMAS DAY
Don't get so busy that you miss
Giving just a little kiss
To the ones you love
Don't even wait a little while
To give them just a little smile
A little is enough
How many people are crying
People are dying...
How many people are asking for love
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find a way
To give a little love everyday
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find your way
Cause holidays have come and gone
But love lives on
If you give on
Love...
How could you wait another minute
A hug is warmer when you're in it
And baby that's a fact
And saying "I love you's" always better
Seasons, reasons, they don't matter
So don't hold back
How many people in this world
So needful in this world
How many people are praying for love
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find a way
To give a little love everyday
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find your way
Cause holidays have come and gone
But love lives on
If you give on
Love...
Let all the children know
Everywhere that they go
Their whole life long
Let them know love
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find a way
To give a little love everyday
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find your way
Cause holidays have come and gone
But love lives on
If you give on
Love...
Love...
I really like this song composed and sung by Celine Dion!!
Don't get so busy that you miss
Giving just a little kiss
To the ones you love
Don't even wait a little while
To give them just a little smile
A little is enough
How many people are crying
People are dying...
How many people are asking for love
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find a way
To give a little love everyday
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find your way
Cause holidays have come and gone
But love lives on
If you give on
Love...
How could you wait another minute
A hug is warmer when you're in it
And baby that's a fact
And saying "I love you's" always better
Seasons, reasons, they don't matter
So don't hold back
How many people in this world
So needful in this world
How many people are praying for love
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find a way
To give a little love everyday
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find your way
Cause holidays have come and gone
But love lives on
If you give on
Love...
Let all the children know
Everywhere that they go
Their whole life long
Let them know love
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find a way
To give a little love everyday
Don't save it all for Christmas Day
Find your way
Cause holidays have come and gone
But love lives on
If you give on
Love...
Love...
I really like this song composed and sung by Celine Dion!!
Saturday, December 5, 2009
JLPT tomorrow plus work exam!!
Really needed the Lord's strength this week cause its a very trying week! Tomorrow is my JLPT3 exam, Lord help me!! so busy with work so haven't been revising or studying much sighz. But i shall go with what i have, praying the Lord will give me wisdom and help me to remember all that i've ever studied!! And also wisdom to answer those questions that i do not know or i haven't been taught!!
And also more strength to study for my work exam! must score at least 85% then i won't be terminated ._. but the Lord would not put me in this job or even let me get it if He knew that i wont be able to handle it!! soooo ... Fear not Dawn, for He is with you. Be not dismayed, for He is your God. He will strengthen you, He will help you, He will uphold you with the right hand of His righteousness!! I LOVE Isaiah 41:10 !!! XDDDDDDDDDD
Anyway, its December again. the month of money fly away hahaha. Because December is not only mum's bday, but also pri, xq and js bdays!! And this year we are all 21 years old - meaning bigger presents! And Christmas is coming, so i cannot break my tradition of buying Christmas presents. AND December is the time for lotsa meet ups with not only close, but also long lost never see each other for the whole year friends. LOL but praise God i'm working now! so at least my pay offsets my expenses!! :)
On a lighter note, i was taking the bus 518 home from pasir ris the other day. And not many people take that bus, so I was alone when i hopped on at the interchange. And guess what? One of the buttons to press for the bell or the "Bus Stopping" sign was faulty!! So everytime the bus went over a hump, or the road was bumpy ... DING DONG!!!!
From the very first time it happened, it was at the interchange, so the bus driver knew it was faulty. Throughout the ride from the interchange to my house, nobody got on the bus and I was the only one. So for the WHOLE twenty minutes ride, DING DONG! ... then DING DONG! ... then DING DONG!! Then the poor bus driver had to keep looking in the rear view mirror to see if i wanted to get down. And everytime he looked, i had a shocked expression on my face, vigorously shaking my head and gesturing with my hand no no no no no. HAHA XD
Finally when the next stop was my house, i pressed the REAL ding dong, got up with my bag and stood at the door so the poor uncle knew that i wanted to get off hahahahahaha. i really pitied the woman who got on the bus at my stop HAHA!
And also more strength to study for my work exam! must score at least 85% then i won't be terminated ._. but the Lord would not put me in this job or even let me get it if He knew that i wont be able to handle it!! soooo ... Fear not Dawn, for He is with you. Be not dismayed, for He is your God. He will strengthen you, He will help you, He will uphold you with the right hand of His righteousness!! I LOVE Isaiah 41:10 !!! XDDDDDDDDDD
Anyway, its December again. the month of money fly away hahaha. Because December is not only mum's bday, but also pri, xq and js bdays!! And this year we are all 21 years old - meaning bigger presents! And Christmas is coming, so i cannot break my tradition of buying Christmas presents. AND December is the time for lotsa meet ups with not only close, but also long lost never see each other for the whole year friends. LOL but praise God i'm working now! so at least my pay offsets my expenses!! :)
On a lighter note, i was taking the bus 518 home from pasir ris the other day. And not many people take that bus, so I was alone when i hopped on at the interchange. And guess what? One of the buttons to press for the bell or the "Bus Stopping" sign was faulty!! So everytime the bus went over a hump, or the road was bumpy ... DING DONG!!!!
From the very first time it happened, it was at the interchange, so the bus driver knew it was faulty. Throughout the ride from the interchange to my house, nobody got on the bus and I was the only one. So for the WHOLE twenty minutes ride, DING DONG! ... then DING DONG! ... then DING DONG!! Then the poor bus driver had to keep looking in the rear view mirror to see if i wanted to get down. And everytime he looked, i had a shocked expression on my face, vigorously shaking my head and gesturing with my hand no no no no no. HAHA XD
Finally when the next stop was my house, i pressed the REAL ding dong, got up with my bag and stood at the door so the poor uncle knew that i wanted to get off hahahahahaha. i really pitied the woman who got on the bus at my stop HAHA!
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