Volunteering

Volunteering in terms of reaching out to old folks or unreached people groups has never been a strong calling in my life. I have often thought about what's wrong with my theology that I do not have that much of a desire and passion to go to orphanages and old folks' homes to serve. I don't think it's a lack of love. Neither is it a lack of compassion. I still have no idea why my heart is not passionate towards these groups of people. This time, the 2 main reasons why I went was because three dear friends took the time and effort to organise the event. Also, I felt that it's important that I go and serve in this area. Sometimes, I just need to be kicked in the butt.

At the end of it all, there was a feeling of peace, a certain sense of serenity, and I guess that's God's way of saying, you have done something right. I figured that it's not how we feel in doing God's work. Sometimes we may know that it's the right thing to do but we don't act on it because we do not feel like it. Because feelings are unreliable and of the flesh, sometimes, if possible, it is best that we just do what is right in God's eyes, because we will be ultimately blessed by it in the end. ANd maybe then, we will get an answer from God that would help us increase our understanding of how we ought to live.

ALl in all, I am thankful for the giving hearts of the three organisers. Way proud of them :)God bless their hearts.
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thanksgiving after thanksgiving

So.... as I was giving thanks that the car runs very powerfully at third and fourth gear, it couldn't start after CG. Turns out it was a battery problem. Thankful for Kyn, Junior and Space who stayed with me till the guy came.

Guess what? Another thanksgiving. The car is running powerfully at first and second gear too. So amazing. :) For those who were not present, I also shared that Jaime the real estate agent texted christa and I to ask if we wanted to take over the place when we officially take over the keys on June 15. For those who remembered, tenancy actually ends 15th July. Christa's current lease ends June 15th. So before, we could only start renovation works after 15th July, which was the reason why Christa was looking for a place to stay for about one month while renovation take...s place. Having the tenant vacate by 15th June voluntarily, it means that we can start renovation from 15th June! A month earlier! That means by the time CHrista comes back from Canada, she can move in immediately! Isn't God's timing impeccable?

Plus, since my pink Vaio is under warranty, they changed the motherboard for me. Then they scratched the top of my laptop while servicing so they also changed the top shell for me. Looks brand new now. I have been giving thanks a lot on material possessions these 3 weeks. Thing is, money has never been THAT important in my life, so to give thanks continually regarding God's material blessings on me is a bit uncomfortable for me. But I guess in all these that God has provided, I am touched by what He provides and how He has worked more so than the blessing itself. Still giving thanks for the blessing though. :) His love is bursting out of my tiny heart. :) .

Thanksgiving

And so, I collected the car and exercised my option to buy the condo yesterday. The events that have transpired in the last two weeks made me feel like an adult. Having to put my signature on sheets of paper that leads to binding contracts gave the apprehensive feel, given that I usually do not act spontanteously.I have never been someone who prays for material blessings because I don't regard money very highly. But God has been really gracious in the provision of the condo, the car, the laptop which is nearly brand new now that it has been fixed whilst under warranty, and hopefully this iPhone when I bring it for exchange because it hung on me 5 times since yesterday evening. I am continually thankful for God's blessings and pray that all these "acquisitions" will indirectly bless others too.
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The prayer burden has finally struck

There has recently been a heavy burden in my heart to intercede for people. The Burden was so heavy I had to write down the names and their prayer needs in my notebook before the burden was lifted. I have learnt long time ago that it's a good idea to write down and keep track of God's faithfulness in answering prayers but I have never been that inclined to do that. I am excited and looking forward to witness God's faithfulness.
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Thanksgiving

My ex classmate and ex teacher posted on her fb " love My life so much. Though I may not make Buckeroos like before, I have time to spend with my loved ones, family and friends." She later shared that she has no bonuses and no pay in december because the tuition centre closes in December.

Her facebook status update makes me more thankful for what I have got. God has blessed me with a job that gives me more time than an average teacher. He has also provided good performance bonuses despite my workload. Sure, I may be very busy at times but at least I am juggling work, studies, ministry and lives, not just work itself. Being able to find time to write is also a bonus. I Am praying that I don't take the extra time for granted.
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So divine

So I test drove a second Copen today.

The first was bright red. Price 46000 but Mileage only 23000km. About 4.5 years old. The car wasn't very well taken care of though. Smells like ciggie smoke. And suspension not very sound. They said they just need to fill up the oil or something.

Today's car was prettier. Yellow. And well taken care of. It's one year newer but sells at 53k. Mileage is 45000km though. 

I really liked the car. Somehow I didn't find the peace. There are so many cars I have been looking at, thinking about. But none fits except this. Yet it seemed so extravagant. Then i remembered the Peugeot 107. Small.. Cute.. But the last week I went on Sgcarmart, I only saw a yellow one  and it's a few years old. 

I had tested the red one before but it was quite old and my second hand car dealer friend it's not worth it. It was a pity because i love the car. It just shouts "me". 

It felt more at peace when I told my friend that Peugeot 107 is more like me. And guess what, just after the talk, I went on Sgcarmart and there it is, a two year old car, so it has one more year of warranty. There it is, a red cute Peugeot 107, monthly installment is a doable 600 plus compared to the Copen. Almost perfect. I just need to test drive it tomorrow. 

I think it's divine. I really think so.
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I am SLOW

So I am getting more excited about the new place. A bit slow but I think that's the way I am. I am less excitable with ideas than I would be with something already confirmed. 

I remembered my first gf had many ideas on doing her own biz, while she was excited about her ideas, I mainly remained neutral until something was confirmed. Not that I wasn't happy for her, but I was just not so excited with ideas.

Same thing for this housing I guess. I was very thankful and grateful when i signed the papers and got this gem but I wasn't excited. My possible co-owner and the agent friend was even more excited than I was. But how as I got more involved in looking at the interior designing, I start to feel more excited. 

I am like that at work too. I hate brainstorming in groups because I find that most times, ideas go nowhere, I tend to feel more engaged when I am given choices and then I work from there.

Anyhooz, am just thankful and thankful and thankful :)
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OT OT OT

Reading the OT. Interesting insights.

When God led the people of Israel out of Egypt, there was a shortcut for the people of Israel from Mount Sinai to Kadeshbarnea by way of Mount Seir. That will only take eleven days. But Moses told the people that God has other plans for them, that they will be able to claim the land that God has provided to them if they followed Moses. Halfway through, when they experienced hardships and obstacles, they complained and lost sight of the inheritance that God has planned for them.

I pray that none of us will lose sight of the inheritance promised to us when we follow Jesus. His way is surely better than our way because His thoughts are higher than our thoughts. 
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At TCC then Teppanyaki then TCC

During worship at TCC: His reminder to me: I rest in His faithfulness to me.

During sermon at TCC: Forgiving others doesnt mean condoning the wrong, forgetting the injustice nor the anger. Forgiving others means to reflect the grace of God in our lives.

During coffee @ TCC: the love of God surpasses all rules, regulations and boundaries.
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Prompting of God

Sometimes god prompts us to make contact and sometimes he doesn't. Sometimes he does but we wouldn't. Sometimes we don't want to but when he prompts and when we are surrendered, we will. 
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