What I need in my life? I need air to breath, food and water to sustain. That's it. This is human basic needs. Other than that consider desire for me. I desire new clothes? No I am not. I desire big house? Yes, I am. I want a big and comfortable house to be home. I desire luxury car? No, I prefer sport car. ^_^ If let say one day, I have nothing to drink or eat. Then my life is gone, I will die. However, I regard my life is meaningful. I am not here to breath, drink and eat. My boss told me, you are not suppose to be consumer but contributor. Yes, I agree. I live for some purpose and for a destiny. If a people is hopeless, then this people consider die spiritually. The spirit is died. What to do then?
(John 6:35) Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty.
I found my hope in Jesus Christ, how about you?
Saturday, April 30, 2005
Thursday, April 28, 2005
Hospitality
My friend is visiting me from Australia. I am very happy. This is one of the friend I appreciate most. He recommended me a job as a kitchen hand when I was studying in Australia. This job cover most of my living cost in Australia and make my life better there. My friend is coming tomorrow and will stay in my house. Really happy to be able to have his presence here in my home country Malaysia. I want to show him my beautiful home country.
Though my place is not a luxury place to stay. I am even lack of mattress; I will borrow one. My stock of food run out; I will stock it up and treat my friend local favor food. Meanwhile waiting for my salary. Am I grumbling?
Jesus commanded, (1 Peter 4:9-10) Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each one should use whatever gift he received to serve others, faithfully administering God's grace in its various forms.
I am showing my happiness of my friend visit. Though I cannot offer 5-stars hotel, I am offering my lovely house. No delicious or fancy food but my girlfriend every effort to cook. I am happy to share with my friend. I wish them (he bring one friend) a memorial journey here.
Though my place is not a luxury place to stay. I am even lack of mattress; I will borrow one. My stock of food run out; I will stock it up and treat my friend local favor food. Meanwhile waiting for my salary. Am I grumbling?
Jesus commanded, (1 Peter 4:9-10) Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each one should use whatever gift he received to serve others, faithfully administering God's grace in its various forms.
I am showing my happiness of my friend visit. Though I cannot offer 5-stars hotel, I am offering my lovely house. No delicious or fancy food but my girlfriend every effort to cook. I am happy to share with my friend. I wish them (he bring one friend) a memorial journey here.
Happiness
I am so blessed to have all those people around me. My parents are the most loving and successful parent in my heart. They love and support me unconditionally. My girlfriend is the blessing of my life, she help me a lot in my life. My life will not be so organized without her. My colleagues are very supportive, helpful, friendly and sincere. They give their time and effort to support me. Applaud to them. My friend make me what I am now. From the early day until now, we go suffer and happy together. Their existence is no coincidence. Thank God to put them in my life. I want to thank all the people around me. I love all of you too. All of you are the color of my life.
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Wrath
What do you think your God is? Is he mercy, powerful, always help you, always comfort you or protect you from danger, give you peace. I tell you the truth, my God Jesus Christ also do. He is merciful, powerful, always protect, always comfort and his is prince of peace. On the other hand, I found that my Lord Jesus Christ is anger God. He is full of wrath. I better do not fool against him like what I normally did.
The bible say (Romans 2:5-6) But because of your stubbornness and your unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of God's wrath, when his righteous judgment will be revealed. God will give to each person according to what he has done.
See, I better do not stubborn about myself and obey him, one right way is to soften my heart to follow his way. Then I have to repent my sin. I do sin everyday. Sin is do the wrong thing or not doing the right thing. I am doing wrong thing everyday not to say the latter of not doing the right thing. I seldom repent and confess, better do it now.
Do you heard of judgment day? The bible tells us (Revelation 6:15-17) Then the kings of the earth, the princes, the generals, the rich, the mighty, and every slave and every free man hid in caves and among the rocks of the mountains. They called to the mountains and the rocks, “Fall on us and hide us from the face of him who sits on the throne and from the wrath of the Lamb! For the great day of their wrath has come, and who can stand?
The scene is like the terrorist hiding when attacked by the air force. We are terrorists from the earth, God is going to do something when the day has come. Imagine facing Jesus on that day, he will ask me, “Do you do these? Why don't you do that?” My only answer is “Yes, Lord, I am a sinner, please forgive me.” God ask, “Do you repent?” I better prepare this answer from now on. Otherwise, I will miss the train to heaven forever and ever. “Yes, I do, my Lord.”
I believe because a man called Jesus died and rise again in Jerusalem 2000 year ago say, (Luke 23:43) Jesus answered him, “I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise.”
The bible say (Romans 2:5-6) But because of your stubbornness and your unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of God's wrath, when his righteous judgment will be revealed. God will give to each person according to what he has done.
See, I better do not stubborn about myself and obey him, one right way is to soften my heart to follow his way. Then I have to repent my sin. I do sin everyday. Sin is do the wrong thing or not doing the right thing. I am doing wrong thing everyday not to say the latter of not doing the right thing. I seldom repent and confess, better do it now.
Do you heard of judgment day? The bible tells us (Revelation 6:15-17) Then the kings of the earth, the princes, the generals, the rich, the mighty, and every slave and every free man hid in caves and among the rocks of the mountains. They called to the mountains and the rocks, “Fall on us and hide us from the face of him who sits on the throne and from the wrath of the Lamb! For the great day of their wrath has come, and who can stand?
The scene is like the terrorist hiding when attacked by the air force. We are terrorists from the earth, God is going to do something when the day has come. Imagine facing Jesus on that day, he will ask me, “Do you do these? Why don't you do that?” My only answer is “Yes, Lord, I am a sinner, please forgive me.” God ask, “Do you repent?” I better prepare this answer from now on. Otherwise, I will miss the train to heaven forever and ever. “Yes, I do, my Lord.”
I believe because a man called Jesus died and rise again in Jerusalem 2000 year ago say, (Luke 23:43) Jesus answered him, “I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise.”
Poor
Am I willing to share my food with the poor? If my friend have financial difficulty, no doubt, I will share my food with him. Though I like food and enjoy food very much, I can sustain by a little portion of food per day. I do not have any luxury expenses, so food is the only compromise if people need help. In God's view, it is simple and easy (Proverbs 22:9) A generous man will himself be blessed, for he shares his food with the poor.
But somebody challenge me, if the people you are helping do not willing to work, are you still willing to help? What is your answer?
God say (Proverbs 10:4) Lazy hands make a man poor, but a diligent hands bring wealth.
From the word of God, I choose to be generous and be blessed. I do not bother whether the people is lazy or not. That is not the criteria. On the other hand, I choose to be diligent to bring myself wealth. That is easy and simple. However, remember
Thessalonians 3:10) For even when we were with you we gave you this rule: “If a man will not work, he shall not eat.”
Do not be surprise, my God Jesus is very disciplinary.
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But somebody challenge me, if the people you are helping do not willing to work, are you still willing to help? What is your answer?
God say (Proverbs 10:4) Lazy hands make a man poor, but a diligent hands bring wealth.
From the word of God, I choose to be generous and be blessed. I do not bother whether the people is lazy or not. That is not the criteria. On the other hand, I choose to be diligent to bring myself wealth. That is easy and simple. However, remember
Thessalonians 3:10) For even when we were with you we gave you this rule: “If a man will not work, he shall not eat.”
Do not be surprise, my God Jesus is very disciplinary.
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Sunday, April 24, 2005
Humble
I am thinking of myself, what is my characteristics now compare to myself 10 years ago or 5 years ago? What is changed in my life after I believe in Jesus? My friend refer me as arrogant. I myself know that I am easy to anger. I speak without considering others' feeling. I am a sinner simply. Hey, something wrong with me here. I do not suppose to be like that after 5 -10 years of physical growth. Frankly, I am growing physically but I am not growing spiritually. My mindset is still childish, immature and self-centered. Want it or not, I have to challenge myself to grow. I do not want to become a childish old man unable to control my emotion. That way will not glorify Jesus name.
(Matthew 18:3-4) And he said: “I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.
Jesus always like to tell me the truth. He want me to change to become like little children not physically but in attitude. He challenge me to be humble. Isn't it the solution of my bad attitudes? How to become humble when people cheat at you, shout at you, scold you in front of public, despise your ability, complain about your work. Above all, I choose to humbly learn my lessons not lost control of my temper. I am learning and hope you can learn together with me. Welcome to comment here your experience.
(Matthew 18:3-4) And he said: “I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.
Jesus always like to tell me the truth. He want me to change to become like little children not physically but in attitude. He challenge me to be humble. Isn't it the solution of my bad attitudes? How to become humble when people cheat at you, shout at you, scold you in front of public, despise your ability, complain about your work. Above all, I choose to humbly learn my lessons not lost control of my temper. I am learning and hope you can learn together with me. Welcome to comment here your experience.
Saturday, April 23, 2005
Rest
Today is Saturday, I work for half day. I feel tired after a week of working. I go back home and have lunch. After lunch, I have nothing to do but wandering around living room. I am walking back and forth slowly. I want to do something, I do not want to waste my time wandering around doing nothing. But I am tired physically and emotionally. Finally, I went to bed. After 3 - 4 hours of sleeping. I still feel tired. Deep in my heart, I feel meaningless in my routine life. Never mind, I have Jesus who is my wonderful counselor.......
He says (Exodus 31:15) For six days, work is to be done, but the seventh day is the Sabbath of rest, holy to the Lord. Whoever does any work on the Sabbath day must be put to death. (Note: Sabbath day is a day God design for man to rest.)
Wah, Jesus, are you going to put me to death? I have work to be done on Sabbath day also.
He says (Matthew 2:27) Then he said to them, “The Sabbath was made for man, not man made for Sabbath.”
Oh, thank you God for this special day you designed. But somehow I still feel tired in my soul. I feel weary and no energy to do anything. Though I sleep for a long time but I feel tired and meaningless in my life also. What is that? Hehe, as you guess, my lovely God always have his excellent answer for me.
He says (Matthew 11:28) “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Finally, I go to study bible, listen to God and knowing that He has a plan for me. My current challenge is to honor what he assigned to me and make it excellent. Jesus is always my resting place. Amen.
He says (Exodus 31:15) For six days, work is to be done, but the seventh day is the Sabbath of rest, holy to the Lord. Whoever does any work on the Sabbath day must be put to death. (Note: Sabbath day is a day God design for man to rest.)
Wah, Jesus, are you going to put me to death? I have work to be done on Sabbath day also.
He says (Matthew 2:27) Then he said to them, “The Sabbath was made for man, not man made for Sabbath.”
Oh, thank you God for this special day you designed. But somehow I still feel tired in my soul. I feel weary and no energy to do anything. Though I sleep for a long time but I feel tired and meaningless in my life also. What is that? Hehe, as you guess, my lovely God always have his excellent answer for me.
He says (Matthew 11:28) “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Finally, I go to study bible, listen to God and knowing that He has a plan for me. My current challenge is to honor what he assigned to me and make it excellent. Jesus is always my resting place. Amen.
Difficulty in Life
Just a little suffering compare to most of the people around the world to shared. I am lack of money to survive my basic life. I do not step out of my house after work because I have no money to even consume petrol of my car. I choose not to because I want to spare money for food. My heart a little harden in this difficult situation. Though this difficult situation have be with me for year, I put my hope in God because I believe he will not take my life just like that. That is a joke for me if he did. I believe he has his bigger plan on me. He is working on me to achieve big thing. Yes or no? See, my faith is weak. Yes, I believe he prepare something for me to achieve in advance.
He says (Ezekiel 36:30) "I will increase the fruit of the trees and the crops of the field, so that you will no longer suffer disgrace among the nation because of famine."
God's name is so holy and majesty that he will protect his people from disgrace. We as the children of God must not profane his name by complaining about our difficulty. We must put our hope in him and believe he is working on us and will finish his work on us. Always hope.
He says (Ezekiel 36:30) "I will increase the fruit of the trees and the crops of the field, so that you will no longer suffer disgrace among the nation because of famine."
God's name is so holy and majesty that he will protect his people from disgrace. We as the children of God must not profane his name by complaining about our difficulty. We must put our hope in him and believe he is working on us and will finish his work on us. Always hope.
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
Moody
What are you doing when you are in bad mood? I am very moody, I tend to keep quiet whenever I am in bad mood. I do not know the reason, or may be I do not want to know the reason. I choose the keep quiet because I do not want to speak harshly and angerily. That way is not good and always hurt people around me. I do not want to hurt people especially people who love me. But I found that it is not the right way. Whenever I keep quiet and be alone, every bad idea come to my mind and ponder me deeply. Finally, I turn to my God Jesus Christ, "Why? Why? Why?" A lot of question pour out from me.
(Job 38:2-4) "Who is this that darkens my counsel with words without knowledge? Brace youself like a man; I will question you, and you shall answer me. "Where were you when I laid the earth's foundation? Tell me, if you understand."
Let reply God, I have to confess my complaint is without knowledge and I am nothing when God laid the earth's foundation. Then, I found myself as a fool to question God. Hey, God want to say something again, God seem happy today since I seek you when I am moody.
(Romans 8:28) 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.
Ok, thank you for your word my God Jesus. I feel better now. I believe in you and I choose to believe your word. It is for my benefit for all things that happen on me. Thank you Jesus. I believe that "In all things God works for the good of those who love him" Remember to love God otherwise this is not apply to you. To love God, we have to believe in his existence and his (Jesus) arisen from death. It is a truth!
(Job 38:2-4) "Who is this that darkens my counsel with words without knowledge? Brace youself like a man; I will question you, and you shall answer me. "Where were you when I laid the earth's foundation? Tell me, if you understand."
Let reply God, I have to confess my complaint is without knowledge and I am nothing when God laid the earth's foundation. Then, I found myself as a fool to question God. Hey, God want to say something again, God seem happy today since I seek you when I am moody.
(Romans 8:28) 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.
Ok, thank you for your word my God Jesus. I feel better now. I believe in you and I choose to believe your word. It is for my benefit for all things that happen on me. Thank you Jesus. I believe that "In all things God works for the good of those who love him" Remember to love God otherwise this is not apply to you. To love God, we have to believe in his existence and his (Jesus) arisen from death. It is a truth!
Sunday, April 17, 2005
Calling
I have to confess, I am a lazy guy. Refuse to do anything, but wish to reap. Recently, looking people put their very effort and hour to pursuit their dream. Someone plan to save money for investment; someone is opening another branch of his business; someone is used mightily by God to built his kingdom; someone is studying earnestly. People around have direction for their dream. Then I ask myself, "What you want to do?". I want to shine in God. But I am not shining in fact. I am dull. What is purpose here? If I die today, any influence to the people around me. Not much actually. I want to do something. To be more specific, I want to do something for God. Then, God prompt me of this, "You can share my faith on Web. But you have to persevere in this. Otherwise, you are just fool my name." Amazingly the enemy is very quiet today. This is because the presence of God is too strong. To share, Jesus Christ is resurrect and arise. I believe it is true. I bet my life for this truth. If it is false, then I have lost my whole life fooling around. Though, I believe, I know it is true.
Thursday, April 14, 2005
Please God
How to please God? First I must believe God exist. Do I? Yes, I do. I always talk to him whenever I want to make decision. Most of his opinion or advice contradict with mine. That is where obedience come from. Should I listen to his advice? Of course I should.
I am a quiet person. I don't like to talk especially in public. Yesterday, I went to a christian fellowship group. During bible discussion, I have a lot fo thought want to share with other. My verbal skill is really bad. I always fail to organize my thought before or after I speak. I choose to keep silent. But God says we have to overcome our weaknesses because he is an overcomer. He says 'Say something to encourage my people, your brothers and sisters.' I says 'My God, I am the first time visitor here.' He says 'I am going to be angry with you if you continue to be slumber.' OKOK, I speak out in shaking voice about my faith in him and my determination to please him by encourage one another in my group. I am exhausted afterthat because I am too terrified. I am an overcomer this time but not sure for the less of the day. OKOK, I will try my best.
I am a quiet person. I don't like to talk especially in public. Yesterday, I went to a christian fellowship group. During bible discussion, I have a lot fo thought want to share with other. My verbal skill is really bad. I always fail to organize my thought before or after I speak. I choose to keep silent. But God says we have to overcome our weaknesses because he is an overcomer. He says 'Say something to encourage my people, your brothers and sisters.' I says 'My God, I am the first time visitor here.' He says 'I am going to be angry with you if you continue to be slumber.' OKOK, I speak out in shaking voice about my faith in him and my determination to please him by encourage one another in my group. I am exhausted afterthat because I am too terrified. I am an overcomer this time but not sure for the less of the day. OKOK, I will try my best.
Wednesday, April 06, 2005
Headache
I am in pain, constantly pain on my forehead between my eye brows. It is not very painful but it is constantly. What is that? I am paralyzed in the middle of my sleep. I cannot move my body. Is it too tired? I do not do much though. What is the problem with my body. Is it going to rebel against me? Come on, remember you (body) are my slave, do not try to fool yourself. Bear with me. One day I will have a new body in heaven. Am I right, my Lord?
Lost in Book Store
Yesterday, I went to a bookstore near my place. I like book. I enjoy reading very much. but I have problem spending money. I do not know how to spend. Always have a hard time choosing what to spend and how to spend. When I was wandering in the bookstore, I can't decide what book to browse. I am lost and wandering. All books seem expensive. In addition, I have no time reading. I have lost my interest, sad~~~.
Monday, April 04, 2005
Nightmare
I have a nightmare this morning. Something are playing with me, mocking me, threaten me, scold me and control my action in my dream. I am driving a car with no concious. I am extermely frightening. Finally I get out and look for somebody to talk to. I talk to my friend, suddenly he is mocking at me too as a stranger. Too bad. That is a joke. But I am frightening further. I am still in the nightmare. I open my eye, not sure whether I am in reality yet. I start praying to my God Jesus Christ, knowing that he will protect me. He is greater than anything and all powerful and he is good, he will not mock me or frighten me. In him, I slept peacefully. Thanks God for your protection.
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