Endurance

Romans 5:3-5 NLT

We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love.

1. I love this verse. Thank You for Your love.

2. Hallelujah for my relatives' thoughtfulness and for the wonderful sharing. Thank You for such blessings!

3. Make every minute count. Praise You, Lord, for simple things.

Love Without Measure

1. I just cannot help but share this from Our Daily Bread:

John 19:17-24

It was a bit unusual, but three times in one day I heard the same song. In the early afternoon, I visited a home for the elderly. As part of her prayer at the end of our time together, Willie, one of the residents, said, “Sing with me, ‘Jesus Loves Me.’ ” In the evening, I attended a gathering with young people who sang it while pounding out the beat with their hands and feet.

Later that evening, I received a text message on my phone with an audio recording of my 2 1/2-year-old grandniece with a sweet little voice, singing, “I am weak, but He is strong.” People in their nineties, teenagers, and a toddler all sang that song that day. After hearing that simple song three times, I began to think the Lord might be telling me something.

Actually, He gave us all this message long ago: “I love you.” We read in John 19 that He allowed people to put a crown of thorns on His head, mock Him, strike Him, strip Him, and crucify Him (vv.1-6). He had the power to stop them, but He said very little (v.11). He did it all for love’s sake to pay for our sins and to rescue us from punishment. How much does God love us?

Jesus spread out His arms and was nailed to the cross. He died for us, then rose again. That’s a precious fact for young and old.

—Anne Cetas

The truest measure of God’s love is that He loves without measure! —Bernard of Clairvaux

2. You know when to soften one's heart. You always give surprises that can stir a heart. Thank You, Lord.

3. Had a very lovely evening with good food and great friends. Thank You for the fellowship.

All I Can

"John Wesley once wrote, ‘Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can.’"

1. What a complete thought! Thank You, Lord, for these words that give encouragement and inspiration. You never ran out of them.

2. "As CS Lewis put it, ‘True humility is not thinking less of yourself. It is thinking of yourself less.’" Here is another wonderful line. May I be more like this. Thank You. I don't mind being bombarded with Your Word. 

3. Praise God for I have completed one stage! I hope to use it as a start wherever I go.

Grass Is Greener Where?

"The grass is not greener on the other side of the fence – it is greener where we water it."

1. This is a strong statement to me. Thank You for giving light and directing our hearts to be contented.

2. Thank You for bringing more people into this amazing cloud. May You send Your angels as I face the new chapter authored by You.

3. Praise God for connections!

Be Faithful To Me

"God saves a person, fills him with the Holy Spirit, and then says, in effect, “Now you work it out in your life, and be faithful to Me, even though the nature of everything around you is to cause you to be unfaithful.” And Jesus says to us, “. . . I have called you friends. . . .” Remain faithful to your Friend, and remember that His honor is at stake in your bodily life."

1. God did not indeed promise a problem-free life but He offers peace in spite of these all. Thank You, Lord.

2. Hallelujah for moments with old friends. And to have met people with the same vision. This is really amazing.

3. You have the purpose why You have made people. May Your will be done. Thank You for the life. May I use it wisely.

Sorrow to Beauty

'Henry Ward Beecher, who had known much sorrow in his own life, remarked, "There are many fruits that never turn sweet until the frost has lain upon them; there are many nuts that never fall from the bough of the tree of life till the frost has opened and reopened them; and there are many elements of life that never grow sweet and beautiful till sorrow touches them."'

1. "...and there are many elements of life that never grow sweet and beautiful till sorrow touches them." I just love how it was said. Thank You, Lord.

2. I can feel different types of doors opening, You are so good! I cannot thank You enough.

3. Hallelujah for bringing like-minded people together! When You work, it is always in an amazing way I cannot describe. 

Weekend of Outpouring!

"When we pray God hears more than we say, answers more than we ask, gives more than we imagine – in his own time and in his own way."

1. When it rains, it pours. Today, I went for my 5-km blind run. The idea of this is to run the 5-km with the persons with special needs. The other idea is that 2 people can register as partners and they will take turns in running a distance of 500 m blind-folded to know how it feels to be blind and then complete the rest of the non-competitive race.

I was rushing to the event when I saw a mom and her daughter wearing the race shirts and trying to look for the correct exit to the event. I ushered them to the area and then I realized that the girl is visually-impaired. Since I registered alone, I decided to join them in the run.

Adelyn, 14, is not used to running unlike her mom but she managed to complete the 5-km run with flying colors in spite of her condition! I was so blessed. Sometimes, those who lack something are even the ones who give hope and strength. I was so energized once more and she is now an inspiration to her friends. She said she can start encouraging her friends to do what she did. I was so touched. She melted my heart. God is just so good! Hallelujah!

2. Trekking, bonding, and laughing together. Rains fell down, we were wet but it was part of the fun! Thank God for protection.

3. Thank You for being able to do a record-breaking number of steps in a day!

This was such a memorable weekend for me for it was a weekend of outpouring! Amen!

Series of Heart-Warming Events

Today gave me a series of heart-warming moments only God can give.

Today, I met Moses, that man born with cerebral palsy who learnt different sign languages on his own just so he can interact with his deaf friends in spite of his physical condition. Wow, Lord, thank You for bringing Moses to me. =)

I rushed to the association for the deaf around 3 PM to catch my last class only to realize at the end that I was in the wrong class! I crashed into the (Singapore Sign Language) SGSL Workshop and even had group activities with those who were there. I did not have the slightest idea that it was not the class where I am supposed to be in. I just enjoyed sitting there and learning. When they started handing out the feedback form, my eyes widened when I saw the title in the form. Whooops.

In the group activity in the class, I met a 17-year old girl named Yenlin who started asking me how I've got myself inclined to sign language and I told her about how I was inspired by my church in the Philippines through song-signing during worship.

When we were parting, the skies turned suddenly dark and droplets of water began to make the tik-a-tak sound on the ground. Yenlin immediately brought out her umbrella and handed it to me quickly saying that I'd take it because her parents are anyway waiting for her on the other side of the road. I was surprised that she was graciously giving her umbrella to me. She said I made her happy today because of the encouragement she has received to learn sign language. To God be the glory! Then she disappeared into the footbridge while I stood there staring at the dark skies.

I barely made 10 steps when I saw Moses in front of me trying to get a cab for himself. Then I understood that God gave me the umbrella to provide shelter to Moses who was struggling to hail a cab while he uses all his energy left to balance himself using his 4-foot walker. I believe that God did not provide the cab so we could talk more. We ended up walking towards the MRT half an hour later as he shared his story. His condition makes him very tired easily but in spite of all these, he takes care of his mom who recently had a stroke. And spends most of his free time learning the language of the deaf.

Tears began to form at the corner of my eyes as I repeatedly thanked God how much blessed I am to have met people who will constantly remind me that the best gifts from God have already been provided to me. I just have to keep recognizing them and keep having a contented heart. 

Moses is disabled but it did not stop him from making a difference in this world, in fact, his goal is to reach out more especially to the deaf. God is just so amazing! I stand in awe! He uses the most imperfect people to become an excellent example in this cruel world. All glory, honor, and praise to You, Lord. Amen!

Wisdom Is Yours

1. Running kit in, which means I am ready for an early Sunday morning run with the impaired. Interesting!

2. I have breathed it out, please light my path, O, Lord. Thank You for Your Word.

3. Hallelujah for the wisdom that You provide, O, God. Please pour more over to Your servant.

Devotion:

James Russell Lowell wisely observed, "There is no good arguing with the inevitable; the only argument available with an east wind is to put on your overcoat." Although there are times we must learn to intercede, there are other times God simply says "No." We should learn to leave it at that.

Moses wanted desperately to go into the Promised Land. He prayed about this often until one day God reminded Moses that he had been forbidden to enter. God said: Enough of that! Speak no more to Me of this matter. The case was simply closed, and Moses learned to live with that decision (Deuteronomy 3:21-29).

There may be times when we do not like the answers to our prayers. But God is not a genie in a bottle we can conjure up to do our bidding. 

We serve Him; He does not serve us.

Therefore, we cannot expect all our prayers to be answered with a "Yes." The wise believer sincerely believes God knows best. Like Christ, we must learn to pray, "Nevertheless, not what I want, but Your will be done."

Adrenaline Rush

1. One day rehearsal, no time to be nervous before stage performance, but it was just so good! Thank You, Lord.

2. Thank You for Your healing, I felt way better just before the show.

3. Praise God for connections who can give sound advise and provide great assistance. Hallelujah!

With Love & Forgiveness

1. I believe in Your healing power, thank You.

2. Thank You for this one opportunity to dance. With just one day rehearsal.

3. Thank You for a great and interesting talk.

"Jesus is subject to insults and false accusation. When you are slandered or bad-mouthed be thankful that God allows you, in a tiny way, to enter into the sufferings of Jesus and pray that God will help you to respond as he did – with love and forgiveness."

Against The Wind

"It is in the tough times that the object in which you trust is really put to the test. But, as Henry Ford wrote, ‘When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.’ Trust 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)."

1. This is such a great encouragement! Thank You, Lord!

2. Three down. One more to go. Thank You so much.

3. There is a time for everything. Thank You for the short moment with friends. Praise God for family.

Errands Done

1. Last day of errands, spent time on more important things than dwelling on making a complaint.

2. Wart removed from Dad after returning to clinic twice. Freedom!

3. Great catching up with relatives once more. Awesome stories never end!

Where The Light Shines

1. A day of testimony. May God indeed light my path as I take my steps. Help me, Lord, follow You.

2. Great day to see everyone. I miss the church.

3. The Ketchup Community was finally visited after many attempts. Food was good.

Just Control

1. I took the time to rest, thank God. Sleep is important.

2. One day delay, patience is required. This is considered normal.

3. Thank You for control and understanding. I need all these to stay calm.

Fresh Air

1. The To-Do list was quite long for the time given. Thank You for allowing me to tick each item.

2. Patience is indeed one of the most important ingredient in keeping one controlled and calm. But prayer is the strongest weapon one can have.

3. Thank You for a breath of fresh air with pine scent.

Home Sweet Home

1. The day of full rest for me, literally. Thank You.

2. It is so great to be home. Time for home-cooked meals.

3. And a little time for TV. :D

Reality

1. Praise God for energy even when we were sleepless. Patience has been tested a lot. This is reality. Thank You likewise for meeting new people.

2. Today, we have met a brave mom who boldly shared the good news to those who were in the queue while waiting for the mall to open in the next 2 hours. Hallelujah! May this be a great example to me.

3. Thank You for Your provision, You never fail to keep us calm no matter what.

Extra Hands

1. Thank You for an awesome last class. I would have wished Beginners' Class 2 but may Your will be done.

2. Thank You for extra hands in helping me carry my luggage. And for the last train bound to airport plus the last bus for the extra hands to reach home.

3. Hallelujah for a safe flight. Thank You for traveling mercies.

Moved By Hurts

1. Thank You, Lord, that I am still moved by hurts.

2. Praise God no handover is required. Done for today.

3. No time wasted, just keep organizing. Thank You for giving the time.

Right Time Is Today

"Indeed, the right time is now. The consequences of your life depends on what you do today."

1. Thank you for our eyes to appreciate the wonderful colors of today.

2. Two down today. Thank you, Lord, for being with us today.

3. Hallelujah for bonding time. All glory to You.

Believe To Receive

Mark 11:24-25 NLT

"I tell you, you can pray for anything, and if you believe that you’ve received it, it will be yours.  But when you are praying, first forgive anyone you are holding a grudge against, so that your Father in heaven will forgive your sins, too.”

1. Yes, I believe, Lord. Thank You.

2. One at a time. One down today. Thank God for almost 2-hour high-impact energy and for the opportunity to shadow!!!

3. Thank You for reminding about fruits, Lord. I don't want to end only with a label.

"Forgiveness sometimes takes great courage but it restores relationships and brings great joy. It is said that, ‘The first to apologise is the bravest. The first to forgive is the strongest. The first to forget is the happiest.’"

Be A Giant

1. "The amazing truth is that our Father is merciful and gives us love and protection, even when we don’t deserve it." Amen, Lord. You are gracious. Thank You.

2. Ahh, International Women's Day. 

"Be a change you can be, be a giant."

"Believe in yourself. Step up."

3. Praise God for the monthly reunion with the gang. :)

Be Gentle

1. Another pizza party, thank You for blessings like these.

2. Last day of Chinese New Year, Lo Hei!!!

3. Be gentle. God said be gentle.

Not a Tool

1. Thank You for giving the chance to lead. It was great.

2. You Word just brings light. Hallelujah.

3. 'God cannot fit into our plans, we must fit into his’, writes Eugene Peterson. ‘We can’t use God – God is not a tool or appliance or credit card.' This message is strong. Help me to fit into Yours.

Called To Love

"You are called to love. You are to live for God and for other people. And as you give yourself away, God will take care of your life."

1. Wow, amazing one. Thank You.

2. Please give me the courage to follow where You lead. Thank You for always directing.

3. Thank You for a successful exam. =)

Purpose of Life

1. Thank You for always revealing the path that clearly reflects what You want from Your people. "God's goal in creating the world is to bring glory and honor to Himself."

2. Thank You for taking "the shadiest of characters and most difficult of circumstances and made these people in the Bible powerful in Your plan."

3. Most of all, thank You for emphasizing that "the purpose of our lives is to point to You no matter where we are, what we are doing, or whom we are with. This is in perfect alignment with Your purpose."

The Cost

A very wonderful story that serves as a great reminder from Our Daily Bread:

We gave our 2-year-old son a pair of new boots recently. He was so happy that he didn't take them off until it was bedtime. But the next day he forgot all about the boots and put on his old sneakers. My husband said, “I wish he knew how much things cost.”

The boots were expensive, but a young child doesn't know about working hours, salaries, and taxes. A child receives the gifts with open arms, but we know that he can’t be expected to fully appreciate the sacrifices his parents make to give him new things.

Sometimes I behave like a child. With open arms I receive God’s gifts through His many mercies, but am I thankful? Do I consider the price that was paid so I can live a full life?

The cost was expensive—more than “corruptible things, like silver or gold.” As we read in 1 Peter, it required “the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot” (1:18-19). Jesus gave His life, a high price to pay, to make us part of His family. And God raised Him from the dead (v.21).

When we understand the cost of our salvation, we learn to be truly thankful. —Keila Ochoa

Lord, help me to understand, to take in what it meant for You, the Holy One, to bear my sin. Remind me to give You thanks for salvation and for all the ways You show me Your love throughout my day today.

Salvation is infinitely costly, but absolutely free.

1. Thank You.

2. It was probably one of the longest and most meaningful one to date. Praise God for such moments.

3. Shadowing is the first step. I hope to be able to continue.

Home-made Sticky Rice

1. Rehearsal after a good 2-week long break. Thank You for sort-of working memory cells.

2. I love history talks and culture discussion, thank You for the session.

3. Another wonderful CNY celebration, and for me to feel the warmth of a home, it is such a blessing. We played with a beautiful, talented, and super cute 3-year-old girl and I realized that I miss playing with kids.

Heart at Rest

1. You definitely answer prayers, Lord. Thank You so much. My heart is at rest.

2. Great lunch on an awesome Friday, praise God.

3. Finally complete the many, tiny tasks. Whew!

Prophylaxis

1. Prophylaxis and power toothbrush. Wow, cannot imagine the worth of the latter but thank You, nonetheless. :)

2. One step at a time. Breathe in. Breathe out. Thank You for breathing life into me.

3. Thank You, Lord, for vacuum cleaners! =)

Harvest is Ready

1. One by one... Harvest is indeed ready, help me, Lord. Thank You.

2. Thank You for company networks, had fun during the CNY party!

3. Hallelujah, no one can really doubt Your existence. Thank You.

Red Packet

1. One more class and then exam time. But it is so much fun! Thank You.

2. Thank You also for ang pao! Better late than never. 

3. Praise God for letting me meet people with similar understanding. :)

Cherish

1. Laughter is really the best medicine. Thank You for the laughs. :)

2. Thank You for having the tasks done for the day.

3. Praise God for these experiences, may I cherish them forever.

On The Roads

1. Although sleepless, thank You for the safety. Thank You for Your protection.

2. Thank You for giving rest.

3. Thank You always for Your Word. Amen.

Escape Room

1. This Escape Room idea is just plain challenging, as in very good brain-squeezer. It was indeed a fun experience, even for my Dad.

2. Today was tiring, Lord, but thank You for the patience. Situations like these are tests to some of the values we believe we have. Thank You for the provision.

3. Hallelujah for showering us with Your traveling mercies, we have arrived in Singapore safe and sound.

Meet The Family

1. Praise God for having an accommodating driver-friend who was willing to charge just enough to travel around Kuala Lumpur and send us to a friend's village 2 hours away from the city.

2. Thank You, Lord, for inventing hospitality. I feel so blessed to have met and bonded with friend's awesome family. Hallelujah!

3. I really love quality time and sensible talks. Thank You for being able to have choices.

Grade 4 Drop!

1. It was yet again another amazing rafting experience! One big grade 4 drop, it was so much fun! Thank You, Lord, for having 4 "bodyguards."

2. Thank You for muscles and the ability to move, we were able to climb 273 steps at Batu Caves. 

3. Likewise, thank You for being able to meet experienced travelers, they pose inspiration to me in admiring Your creations.

Submitted!

1. Clicked! Filed! Submitted! Help me, Lord, not to wander away from Your plan.

2. Thank You for today's lunch session.

3. Aha, alas, another trip! Praise God!

Cast Your Care

As Joyce Meyer puts it, "When we have a problem, we can either do what the devil wants us to do and worry about it, get anxious and try to figure things out on our own, or we can do what God wants us to do and think about the promises in His Word.

The Bible teaches us to cast all of our care on God because He cares for us (see 1 Peter 5:7).

Worry sees the problem, but faith sees the God Who can handle the problem."

1. Amen! I pray to keep the faith and surrender all.

2. Thank You for Your Word that calms the heart.

3. Above. Behind. Ahead. Over. Across. Confusing signs but I am enjoying. Praise God!

Towards a Narrow Road

‘When you are up in life, your friends get to know who you are. When you are down in life, you get to know who your friends are!’

1. I trust in Your plan, O, Lord. I know You are with me in this journey. The road may be narrow but You will make things possible. Thank You so much.

2. What a grand view from 50th! Thank You for our eyes that we can appreciate things.

3. Moses was reluctant in Exodus and faced series of struggles but he trusted You with Your plan anyway. Thank You for giving him as one of the greatest examples to follow.

Stained-Glass Windows

"Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, a pioneer of the hospice care movement, said ‘People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.’

Lord, thank you that you promise to lead me along straight paths. Help me to avoid the way that leads to deep darkness and rather to follow the way of wisdom – which is like the first gleam of dawn, shining ever brighter till the full light of day."

1. Thank You for always making ways to lead us. Help me, Lord.

2. Hallelujah to holidays that are well spent. Recharged!

3. Born to Love. Yes, Lord, thank You for Your unconditional love.

Valentine's in the Highlands

1. A reminder is needed for the hard-hearted or stubborn. Thank You for constantly giving these.

2. It was a great and cool day for us! Praise God for the fun moments!

3. Thank You for the protection you have given us today.

"God is kind all the time. And, if we want to be like him, we too must be kind to others all the time.

Thank you, Lord, for your faithfulness to me. Thank you that you have anointed me. Thank you that you show me unfailing kindness. Help me to be kind to everyone I meet today."

Tiger Encounter

1. We had a good rest, thank You Lord.

2. It was likewise fun feeding the tiger. Its anatomy is truly amazing.

3. Thank You for a safe day trip to Malacca.

The Bucket List

1. Praise God for a safe landing in KL!

2. Likewise thank You for a relaxed holiday.

3. "Have you found joy in your life? Has your life brought joy to others?" ~ The Bucket List. Thank You for the message. May You help me apply.

As Joyce Meyer writes, ‘Refuse to let your love grow cold. Stir up love in your life – towards your spouse and towards your family, friends, neighbours and co-workers. Reach out to others who are hurting and in need. Pray for people and bless them. Grow to the point that one of your first thoughts each morning in your heart is about how you can bless someone else that day.’

Amen!

Vintage Memories

1. And my weekend starts! Thank You for I was able to finish my work today and was able to get the result of my first step.

2. Looking at memories through vintage photos is just refreshing. We remember how time flies and we want to just sit back and remember. Thank You for all the memories.

3. Hallelujah for blessings through friends, how You have made them selfless and helpful! Praise You!

Finger-S-P-E-L-L

1. Finger-spelling. Need more memory and hand-finger exercise! But thank You Lord for giving this amazing language! Fun, fun, fun!

2. I pray for open ears always, Lord. I cling on to You. Hallelujah!

3. Thank You for constant reminders of how faithful You are. May we keep trusting You. 

Overflowing Blessings

1. A new page is ready to turn. Thank You Lord for Your blessing.

2. You have been giving guidance all the way. You are the only way. 

3. Praise God for a wonderful and awesome reunion dinner. I bet it has been getting bigger and bigger! Overflowing blessings, indeed!

Pedal and Glide!

1. Thank You for having proper breakfast with Dad.

2. Hallelujah to very good food and fresh wind and relaxing moment by the boardwalk.

3. Praise God for landscaped parks! Cycling and Skating were fun.

This is it!

1. And I have let it out. This should be it. Trust in Him and He will lead. Thank You, Lord.

2. Thank You for the dance. Back to working out at least for a while.

3. Praise God for the celebration of another year of blessing for a friend.

Trust!

C. S. Lewis wrote: “When we lose one blessing, another is often most unexpectedly given in its place.”

Lord, You love us with an extravagant love,

but so often we don’t trust You in the crisis.

Help us to learn and appreciate that You have

everything we need—and so much more.

True happiness is knowing that God is good.

1. Wow, a message that is filled with hope. Praise God!

2. From another 3 different sources, the message is consistent. Amazing!

Billy Graham:

God is keenly aware that we are dependent upon Him for life’s necessities. It was for that reason that He said, “Ask, and it shall be given you; seek and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.”

Daily Prayer: How magnificent, almighty Father, that I, dependently, can rely on You to take the burden of my heart!

Joyce Meyer:

God gives us His Spirit to enable us to make right and wise choices. He urges us, guides and leads us, but we still have to cast the deciding vote.

Verse of the Day: 

“And don’t be concerned about what to eat and what to drink. Don’t worry about such things. These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers all over the world, but your Father already knows your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and he will give you everything you need. (Luke 12:29-31 NLT)

3. Hallelujah for a safe flight! 

First Step

1. You have control over everything. Thank You for bringing in the right people.

2. It was a good busy day, praise God.

3. Thank You for making me do the first step. :)

The Bright Side

1. New life, greatest blessing for a wife. Thank You for such awesome news.

2. Thank You for being able to breathe out.

3. Thank You for letting us look at the bright side.

More Than I Deserve

"Let my heart learn to sing when everything around me seems so dark. Give me Your grace to praise You, Lord Jesus."

"We don’t need to learn how to get more, but how to get along with what we’ve got, and get on with the business of living. Father, You have given me so much more than I deserve. May I always show a grateful and contented heart."

1. Hallelujah to Your messages, O, Lord.

2. Thank You for emotions and for giving me the ability to control them.

3. I had so much fun on day 2!

Just do it!

1. Thank You for a good lunch over good weather.

2. Praise God for the encouragement!

3. One at a time, yes, keep ticking the boxes even for tiny tasks. Thank you!

And I Mean Ninety One

1. Commitments. Responsibilities. Growth. Opportunities. Thank You for overflowing blessings.

2. My great grandmother just turned 91. Wow! I mean wow! Praise God for her life. More longevity bun!

3. Thank You for an awesome dinner with relatives! They like KTV too! :D

Sharing Gifts

1. It was a good rest today. Thank You, Lord.

2. No pain, no gain. Thank You for having someone who can share her gift.

3. Thank You for the meal and for the walk.

Protection

1. Thank You for the new day!

2. Praise God for Your protection, I claim it!

3. Hallelujah to a chill night.

The Z Network

1. Thank God I survived!!! What an intense training, every nook and corner of my body is screaming. But it was fun and awesome! And this is just the beginning, so help me, God.

2. Thank You for new-found friends who share a common goal.

3. Praise God for blessings, for opportunities, for all Your messages that helped me focus and decide.

Worrrkout!

1. This is it! The longest workout ever! Thank You, Lord!

2. May Your will be done! I lift up this new engagement, praise God.

3. Thank You for the arranged rendezvous. NamNam!

Hearing

1. Praise God for the ears! How amazingly You have created this part of our body.

2. Thank You for the opportunity to learn.

3. Things do change, may I remain patient in all these. Thank You.

No Matter What

1. You are the only source of strength to keep moving. Praise God!

2. Like You said in Your message, we should always give praise no matter what situation we are in. Thank You for such reminders.

3. Thank You for having good laughs with old friends.

God's Not Dead

​1. I am so blessed today, O Lord, for Your message about Tithes or the FIRST tenth of every increase. You have sacrificed Your firstborn just so I would be redeemed. May I make You first in everything. Amen!

2. Pay it forward and love one another as Christ loves me; Thank You, Lord, for instilling these in our hearts.

3. What an amazing, emotional birthday surprise for a friend!

GOD'S NOT DEAD. =)

Cool Breeze

1. Thank You for allowing us to just sing at the top of our lungs. It was fun, good de-stress-er.

2. Praise God for a wonderful dinner at home, too.

3. And oh, I am just so grateful for the cool breeze that You bring into my home.

The Breaking

1. "You be the needle and I will be the thread. You go first, and I will follow wherever You may lead." Thank You for the message.

2. Thank You for introducing that cheap and healthy yogurt!

3. Hallelujah for being able to complete 21 days! Praise God! :)

Constant Change

1. Change is constant and change is good. But thank You for not changing and so we can trust in You.

2. Praise God for the turn of events. I believe You will do unusual, great things in my life.

3. Thank You, Lord, for Your provision during the entire 21 days!

Proper Perspective

1. Thank You for helping me check things through Your perspective.

2. Praise God for good lunch with friends.

3. Thank You for bringing situations that cause me to be more grateful. Hallelujah.

Promises

1. Thank You for the full rest that my body needs. May You give me the good energy for the days to come.

2. Praise God for people who care.

3. Thank You for Your Word that is full of promises.

Unusual Things

1. Yes, Lord, we are called to do Your will. Great is Your Faithfulness. I believe You will do something unusual here.

2. Thank You for trials, they make me come to You.

3. Nothing is coincidental in Your world, Lord. Thank You for encouragement.

I Fear You

1. "Thank you that you tell me over and over again that if I fear you, I do not need to be afraid of anything or anyone else. Help me to ‘know fear’ and live a life of ‘no fear’." Amen!

2. Thank You for a wonderful rest day with music, great conversations, and a good walk.

3. Eighteen days have passed and praise God for provision!

Mega-catch Up

1. Had a great time at MegaZip, thank You for keeping us safe.

2. It felt like time was not just enough but thank You for the great catch up.

3. First dance of the year, wow, thank You for the class!

Wisdom and Path

1. Another day of great discussion with friends. Thank You for wisdom.

2. Thank You for FAQs.

3. Praise God for leaders who are always there to help direct the path.

15 Floors Up

1. I love sunrises and sunsets, thank You for all the natural art!

2. Thank You for open doors, let them pour!

3. Finally, I found a footwear that does not give pain. Whew! Especially today because I climbed flight of stairs covering 15 floors.

Jet Setters!

1. Praise God for opportunities and for the time that we have to enjoy. Super thank you.

2. Never give up. Do not despair. Take heart for we know You are at work. This is Your message today. Hallelujah!

3. Thank You for clothing, too. I was able to find something that fits me.

Across The Miles

1. Memory is created by You. Thank You for an amazing gift.

2. Thank You for just being there on our eleventh day. May You continue to give strength.

3. And praise God for internet, some things can be sent electronically across the miles.

The Twelfth

1. Dad's vacation may have been short but it was spent very well and great. Thank You for Your provision.

2. Praise God likewise for a smooth, safe-and-sound flight. May You protect them on the roads.

3. Thank You for being able to join the people who sealed their twelfth year anniversary of their relationship.

Peri-Peri Has Been Tak3n

1. We had another taste of peri-peri chicken. Indeed, the best chicken in town!

2. Furthermore, we completed the Taken Trilogy. :D

3. All errands, shopping, and packing have been done. Thank God.

Tricking the Eye

1. Today is a fun day that comes with creative imagination! Thank You for a fun-filled day.

2. Praise God for music that brought good old memories. 

3. Likewise thank You for the fellowship after singing at the top of our lungs.

Eleven Kilometers

1. Today was a day of walking with a little more than 11 km in total. Thank God for the limbs and the energy to accomplish it.

2. Hallelujah to seven rounds of marching! Amen! Lord, hear our prayers.

3. Praise God for the priceless conversations. I enjoyed it! :)

A Birthday Treat

1. Thank You for being with us on the 6th day. May the walls crumble down!

2. You made the day relaxing, O, Lord. Praise God for another year in my Dad's life.

3. Praise God for having the slot for dinner. It was a good experience once in a while. 

Next Chapter

1. A day of celebrations, thank You for the blessings of food!

2. Thank You for the different milestones of people. Something to look forward to and yes, change is good.

3. Have finally registered for the course. Thank You for the provision.

Serendipity

1. "The love that God gives is not the ordinary love that we find in the world today. When we love our neighbors, it is not our loving with natural love, it is God loving through us." What an amazing message to remember!

2. "Serendipity - when He reveals Himself to us when we least expect Him and gives us blessings greater than we anticipate." This is such an exciting thought! Thank You for all the encouragement You bring.

3. A day of fellowship over satisfying meals. Praise God for these opportunities.

Little Things

1. Thank You for the message about idolatry and little things. Luke 16:10.

2. Third day and counting, Lord, hear our prayers. March, march, march!

3. Glad to have decided to check out Keppel Bay. We had a good walk with a great view. :)

Let the Legs Move!

1. Praise God for sustained energy. You alone are the source of strength.

2. Thank You for a good rest then some cardio exercise thereafter. We enjoyed it.

3. Your unique sunset has been witnessed by Your calm shores. Thank You for a relaxing sight.

Bar-Bee-Kyu

1. The march has started. You are with us in this! The walls will fall down!

2. Today marks my second day of 21, You have been faithful.

3. Hallelujah to a wonderful barbecue evening with great friends whom You have provided!

21 Days

1. Fasting starts today. Thank You for the strength. May You hear our prayers.

2. There is always a reason You give why we come across people in our lives. Thank You.

3. Thank You for reminders to remember who we represent in our lives.

Creativity

1. Thank You for the rest and tasty breakfast.

2. Groceries have been bought in preparation for Saturday's gathering. Thank You for blessings!

3. How amazingly creative You are when writers share Your gifts to the world.

Faith, Peace, Thirst, and Surrender

1. What an outpouring of blessings! Spent New Year entirely in Your Way! It was not an expected approach but it was indeed the best way to do countdown. Praise God!

2. Thank You, Lord, for messages of Faith, Peace, Thirst, and Surrender. May these not remain in our minds but be manifested in our lives. Amen!

3. Hotel-hopping was likewise not the intended itinerary but it was absolutely fun to be just spontaneous! :D

I would like to add the 5 things I have learnt while waiting on the Lord:

a. Give your first hour of the day
b. Give your first day of the week
c. Give your first tenth of your salary
d. Acknowledge God in all the decisions that you make
e. Place God as first in your heart

...may not be the exact terms but the message was clear. So, help me, God.

High Frame Rate

1. Thank You, Lord, for the gift of life. May we ever be grateful of Your grace.

2. Praise God for quality time with Dad!

3. And hallelujah to High Frame Rate movies! Vavavoom!

Post and Pre

1. Just feels good to be back, too. That is, back to normal workplace and foreign home. Thank God for this job that I have now.

2. Thank You for amusing travel stories from friends. You get to reminisce with them.

3. Lastly, praise God for an awesome barbecue bonding night, some sort of a post-Christmas, pre-New Year gathering. :)

What a Fruitful 2014!

Courtesy of Google+, here is a bit of a summary of my 2014. :)

Reaping Home Ideas

1. Hallelujah to rest! Whew, it is just what we needed most.

2. Plus good and cozy weather, it is a great time for tea and coffee over stories here and there.

3. We walked around Ikea to see and feel the ideas for a great home. It was such a relaxing period.

Safe and Sound

1. Thank You for Your traveling mercies! We have arrived to our destination safe and sound.

2. Energy was required to complete the sleepless trip from home to Singapore, thus, thank You so much for the provision and protection.

3. Praise God for all the patience in waiting and queuing and waiting and...

Once Upon A Time

1. Our baby Darlene is growing up fast. Thank You for the time with family.

2. One big get-together done before the 5-hour journey. Thank You for the moments! And the great stories of the past. I would like to attempt to write about it.

3. It has been great! Grand thanks to a 14-day bonding with loved ones.

Faith, Worship, and Change

1. Renewal of hearts, Yes, Lord, I am grateful for by Your grace, You allow me to change daily.

2. Hallelujah to the Christmas message. May I be like the wise men who had faith, who worshipped, and who are wiling to change, for the sake of the Lord.

3. I am grateful for the love of fellow Christians, that love You have shown to all of us.

Rejoice! Harvest is Ready!

1. There is always a reason to celebrate. There is always a reason to have hope. Thank You for Your Word. 'Just wait patiently on the Lord.'

2. Rejoice for the harvest is ready! Rejoice! Encounter with God is one of the best things that could happen in one's life.

3. Thank You for blessing the fellowship all day long. Ahhh, these holidays are awesome!

Touching The Sky

1. You have proven Your greatness again, Lord. What an artist You are! We are once again in awe as we stared at the beautiful sunrise and tasted the cool winds that constantly brushed against the mountains. It was a great morning, praise God!

2. Thank You for the fellowship between loved ones. Your timing is always perfect.

3. I would never stop thanking You for reminders to teach the heart. Thank You.

Open Doors

A late post for December 22.

1. Lord, You are always faithful. Thank You for letting me realize all the open doors for the serpent to gain access to my soul. This day was indeed a great day to renew everything! May You always guide and lead me so I can be your instrument and may Your walls of protection be around us.

2. Sunrise weddings could be a great idea. I have witnessed the renewal of vows of a 14-year marriage! What a blessing in sight!

3. More errands, one at a time. Few more to go. Just have that patience for heavy traffic and long queues in the market.

Spilling Over

1. My spirit is lifted, all praises to You, Lord. My heart is just overwhelmed.

2. Thank You for giving me open-minded people with proper understanding and wisdom.

3. Hallelujah to simple joys, to pure family-bonding, and endless eating. :D

The Start of an Annual Reunion

1. Teary-eyed relatives have come to rejoice the beginning of the annual clan reunion. It was a blessing to trace the blood line after so many years and to be able to bond with everyone.

2. Thank You Lord for a productive week. You are always gracious.

3. Praise God for sign language. Lead me where I need to be, O Lord.