has anyone of you watched the Transformers movie recently? i watched it not long ago with some youths and let me tell you, it is one great not to be missed movie man, it's really really cool so dun miss it !!! here's how come transformers fans think of themselves after watching the movie:
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
the power of prayer
is prayer an integral part of your daily life or is it a hit-or-miss habit? do you "pray without ceasing," or is your prayer life an afterthought? do you regularly pray in the quiet moments of the early morning, or do you bow our head only when others are watching?
as christians, we are instructed to pray often. but it is important to note that genuine prayer requires much more than bending our knees and closing our eyes. heartfelt prayer is an attitude of the heart.
if your prayers have become more a matter of habit than a matter of passion, you're robbing yourself of a deeper relationship with God. and how can you rectify this situation? by praying more frequently and more fervently. when you do, God will shower you with HIS blessings, HIS grace, and HIS love. and we in return, will have to spread this blessings to the rest of the world so that God can be glorified.
the quality of your spiritual life will be in direct proportion to the quality of your prayer life: the more you pray, the closer you will feel to God. so today, instead of turning things over in your mind, turn them over to God in prayer. instead of worrying about your next decision, ask God to lead the way. don't limit your prayers to the dinner table or the bedside table. pray constantly about things great and small. God is always listening; it's up to you to do the rest.
remember this: pray early and pray often-one way to make sure that your heart is in tune with God is to pray often. the more you talk to God, the more HE will talk to you. good day all !!!
quote of the day:
"When I pray, coincidences happen, and when I don't, they don't." by William Temple
as christians, we are instructed to pray often. but it is important to note that genuine prayer requires much more than bending our knees and closing our eyes. heartfelt prayer is an attitude of the heart.
if your prayers have become more a matter of habit than a matter of passion, you're robbing yourself of a deeper relationship with God. and how can you rectify this situation? by praying more frequently and more fervently. when you do, God will shower you with HIS blessings, HIS grace, and HIS love. and we in return, will have to spread this blessings to the rest of the world so that God can be glorified.
the quality of your spiritual life will be in direct proportion to the quality of your prayer life: the more you pray, the closer you will feel to God. so today, instead of turning things over in your mind, turn them over to God in prayer. instead of worrying about your next decision, ask God to lead the way. don't limit your prayers to the dinner table or the bedside table. pray constantly about things great and small. God is always listening; it's up to you to do the rest.
remember this: pray early and pray often-one way to make sure that your heart is in tune with God is to pray often. the more you talk to God, the more HE will talk to you. good day all !!!
quote of the day:
"When I pray, coincidences happen, and when I don't, they don't." by William Temple
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
accepting HIS peace
as a busy person, you plate is probably full: work to do, bills to pay, family to lead, college assignments...etc etc. sometimes, it seems that you can scarcely find a moment's peace. but the beautiful words of John 14:27 are a reminder that God's peace is always available to all of us.
Jesus said, "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you....." Christ offers us peace, not as the world gives, but as HE alone gives. we, as believers, can choose to accept HIS peace or ignore it.
when we accept the peace of Jesus Christ into our hearts, our lives are transformed. and then, because we possess the gift of peace, we can share that gift with fellow christians, family members, friends and associates. if, on the other hand, we choose to ignore the gift of peace-for whatever reason-we simply cannot share what we do not possess.
today, as a gift to yourself, to your family, and to your friends, claim the inner peace that is your spiritual birthright: the peace of Jesus Christ. it is offered freely; it has been paid for in full; it is yours for the asking. so ask, receive it and then share it.
remember this: sometimes peace is a scarce commodity in a demanding 21st century world. how can we find the peace that we so desperately desire? easy, by turning our days and our lives to God. may we give our lives, our hopes, and our prayers to the Father, and by doing so, accept HIS will and HIS peace. good day all of you !!!
quote of the day:
"Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is peace; where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is love." by Stephen R.Adams
Jesus said, "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you....." Christ offers us peace, not as the world gives, but as HE alone gives. we, as believers, can choose to accept HIS peace or ignore it.
when we accept the peace of Jesus Christ into our hearts, our lives are transformed. and then, because we possess the gift of peace, we can share that gift with fellow christians, family members, friends and associates. if, on the other hand, we choose to ignore the gift of peace-for whatever reason-we simply cannot share what we do not possess.
today, as a gift to yourself, to your family, and to your friends, claim the inner peace that is your spiritual birthright: the peace of Jesus Christ. it is offered freely; it has been paid for in full; it is yours for the asking. so ask, receive it and then share it.
remember this: sometimes peace is a scarce commodity in a demanding 21st century world. how can we find the peace that we so desperately desire? easy, by turning our days and our lives to God. may we give our lives, our hopes, and our prayers to the Father, and by doing so, accept HIS will and HIS peace. good day all of you !!!
quote of the day:
"Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is peace; where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is love." by Stephen R.Adams
Monday, July 9, 2007
mistakes: the price of being human
every man makes mistakes, and so will you. in fact, Winston Churchill once observed, "Success is going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm." what was good for Churchill is also good for you. you should expect to make mistakes-plenty of mistakes-but you should now allow those missteps to rob you of the enthusiasm you need to fulfill God's plan for you life.
we are imperfect people living in a imperfect world; mistakes are simply part of the price we pay for being here. but, even though mistakes are an inevitable part of life's journey, repeated mistakes should not be. when we commit the inevitable blunders of life, we must correct them, learn from them, and pray for the wisdom not to repeat them. when we do, our mistakes become lessons, and our lives become adventures in growth, not stagnation.
when our shortcomings are made public, we may feel embarrassed or worse. we may presume (quite incorrectly) that "everybody" is concerned with the gravity of our problem. and as a consequence, we may feel the need to hide from our problems rather than confront them. to do so is wrong. even when our pride is bruised, we must face up to our mistakes and seek to rise above them.
have you made a king-sized blunder or two? of course you have. but here's the big question: have you used your mistakes as stumbling blocks or stepping stones? the answer to this question will determine how well you perform in the workplace and in every other aspect of your life. so don't let the fear of past failures hold you back. and remember this: even if you've make a colossal mistake, God isn't finished with you yet-in fact, HE'S probably just getting started. have a nice day all of you !!!!
quote of the day:
"Lord, when we are wrong, make us willing to change; and when we are right, make us easy to live with." by Peter Marshall
we are imperfect people living in a imperfect world; mistakes are simply part of the price we pay for being here. but, even though mistakes are an inevitable part of life's journey, repeated mistakes should not be. when we commit the inevitable blunders of life, we must correct them, learn from them, and pray for the wisdom not to repeat them. when we do, our mistakes become lessons, and our lives become adventures in growth, not stagnation.
when our shortcomings are made public, we may feel embarrassed or worse. we may presume (quite incorrectly) that "everybody" is concerned with the gravity of our problem. and as a consequence, we may feel the need to hide from our problems rather than confront them. to do so is wrong. even when our pride is bruised, we must face up to our mistakes and seek to rise above them.
have you made a king-sized blunder or two? of course you have. but here's the big question: have you used your mistakes as stumbling blocks or stepping stones? the answer to this question will determine how well you perform in the workplace and in every other aspect of your life. so don't let the fear of past failures hold you back. and remember this: even if you've make a colossal mistake, God isn't finished with you yet-in fact, HE'S probably just getting started. have a nice day all of you !!!!
quote of the day:
"Lord, when we are wrong, make us willing to change; and when we are right, make us easy to live with." by Peter Marshall
Friday, July 6, 2007
laughing with life
laughter is the medicine for the soul, but sometimes, amid the stress of the day, we forget to take our medicine. instead of viewing our world with a mixture of optimism and humor, we allow worries and distractions to rob us of the joy that God intends for our lives.
so the next time you find yourself dwelling upon the negatives of life, refocus your attention to things positive. the next time you find yourself falling prey to the blight of pessimism, stop yourself and turn your thoughts around. and, if you see your glass as "half-empty", rest assured that your spiritual vision is impaired. with God, your glass is never half empty. with God as your protector and Christ as your Saviour, your glass is filled to the brim and overflowing.....forever....cool right !!!
today, as you go about your daily activities, approach life with a smile on your lips and hope in your heart. and laugh every chance you get. after all, God created laughter for a reason....and Father indeed knows best......so laugh lah !!!
remember this: laughter is good medicine, Milton Berle said, "Laughter is an instant vacation." and when you laugh with your family, it's an instant family vacation. have a nice day happy day all of you !!!
quote of the day:
"If you can laugh at yourself loudly and often, you will find it liberating. There's no better way to prevent stress from becoming distress." by John Maxwell
so the next time you find yourself dwelling upon the negatives of life, refocus your attention to things positive. the next time you find yourself falling prey to the blight of pessimism, stop yourself and turn your thoughts around. and, if you see your glass as "half-empty", rest assured that your spiritual vision is impaired. with God, your glass is never half empty. with God as your protector and Christ as your Saviour, your glass is filled to the brim and overflowing.....forever....cool right !!!
today, as you go about your daily activities, approach life with a smile on your lips and hope in your heart. and laugh every chance you get. after all, God created laughter for a reason....and Father indeed knows best......so laugh lah !!!
remember this: laughter is good medicine, Milton Berle said, "Laughter is an instant vacation." and when you laugh with your family, it's an instant family vacation. have a nice day happy day all of you !!!
quote of the day:
"If you can laugh at yourself loudly and often, you will find it liberating. There's no better way to prevent stress from becoming distress." by John Maxwell
Thursday, July 5, 2007
the bread of life
HE was the Son of God, but He wore crowns of thorns. HE was the Saviour of mankind, yet HE was put to death on rough-hewn cross. He offered HIS healing touch to an unsaved world, and yet the same hands that had healed the sick and raised the dead were pierced with nails.
Jesus Christ, the Son of God, was born into humble circumstances. He walked this earth, not as a ruler of men, but as the Saviour of mankind. HIS crucifixion, a torturous punishment that was intended to end HIS life and HIS reign, instead became the pivotal event in the history of all humanity. Christ sacrificed HIS life on the cross so that we might have eternal life. this gift, freely given by God's only Begotten Son, is the priceless possession of everyone who accepts HIM as Lord and Saviour.
why did Christ endure the humiliation and torture of the cross? He did it for you. HIS love is as near as your next breath, as personal as your next thought, more essential than your next heartbeat. and what must you do in response to the Saviour's gift? simple, just accept HIS love, praise HIS name, and share HIS message of salvation. and, you must also conduct yourself in a manner that demonstrates to all the world that your acquaintance with the Master is not a passing fancy but that it is, instead, the cornerstone and the touchstone of your life.
remember this: let Jesus make a real difference in your life, if you're trying to mold you relationship with Jesus into something that fits comfortably into your own schedule and your own personal theology, them i'm sorry to tell you that you may be headed for trouble. a far better strategy is this: conform yourself to Jesus, not vice versa. have a nice day all !!!
quote of the day:
"His name sounds down the corridors of the centuries like that music of all choirs, visible and invisible, poured forth in one anthem." by R.G.Lee
Jesus Christ, the Son of God, was born into humble circumstances. He walked this earth, not as a ruler of men, but as the Saviour of mankind. HIS crucifixion, a torturous punishment that was intended to end HIS life and HIS reign, instead became the pivotal event in the history of all humanity. Christ sacrificed HIS life on the cross so that we might have eternal life. this gift, freely given by God's only Begotten Son, is the priceless possession of everyone who accepts HIM as Lord and Saviour.
why did Christ endure the humiliation and torture of the cross? He did it for you. HIS love is as near as your next breath, as personal as your next thought, more essential than your next heartbeat. and what must you do in response to the Saviour's gift? simple, just accept HIS love, praise HIS name, and share HIS message of salvation. and, you must also conduct yourself in a manner that demonstrates to all the world that your acquaintance with the Master is not a passing fancy but that it is, instead, the cornerstone and the touchstone of your life.
remember this: let Jesus make a real difference in your life, if you're trying to mold you relationship with Jesus into something that fits comfortably into your own schedule and your own personal theology, them i'm sorry to tell you that you may be headed for trouble. a far better strategy is this: conform yourself to Jesus, not vice versa. have a nice day all !!!
quote of the day:
"His name sounds down the corridors of the centuries like that music of all choirs, visible and invisible, poured forth in one anthem." by R.G.Lee
Monday, July 2, 2007
the cheerful giver
hi all, haven't been posting much for the last few days as i have been pretty busy running around and enjoying myself with some guest and also with a friend's wedding. now, everything is back to normal and blogging shall resume, i hope you continue to enjoy reading. considering that i just came off 2 events that involves giving/blessing to others, i have decided to talk about being a cheerful giver.
the thread of generosity is woven-completely and inextricably-into the very fabric of Christ's teachings. as HE sent HIS disciples out to heal the sick and spread God's message of salvation, Jesus offered this guiding principle: "Freely you have received, freely you give." (Matt 10:8) the principle still applies. if we are to be disciples of Christ, we must give freely of our time, our possessions, and our love.
in 2 Corinthians 9, Paul reminds us that when we sow the seeds of generosity, we reap bountiful rewards in accordance with God's plan for our lives. thus, we are instructed to give cheerfully and without reservation: "But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver." (v.6&7)
so.....are you a cheerful giver? if you intend to obey God's commandments, you must be. when you give, God looks not only at the quality of your gift, but also at the condition of your heart. if you give generously, joyfully, without complaint, you obey God's Word. but, if you make your gifts grudgingly, or if the motivation for your gift is selfish, you invite God's displeasure.
one of life's greatest joy is the ability to share your gifts with others. the more you earn and save, the more you'll have to share. so today, make this pledge and keep it: be a cheerful, generous, courageous giver. the world needs your help, and you need the spiritual rewards that will be yours when you do. have a good day all !!!
quote of the day:
"Two works of mercy set a man free: forgive and you will be forgiven, and give and you shall receive." by St.Augustine
the thread of generosity is woven-completely and inextricably-into the very fabric of Christ's teachings. as HE sent HIS disciples out to heal the sick and spread God's message of salvation, Jesus offered this guiding principle: "Freely you have received, freely you give." (Matt 10:8) the principle still applies. if we are to be disciples of Christ, we must give freely of our time, our possessions, and our love.
in 2 Corinthians 9, Paul reminds us that when we sow the seeds of generosity, we reap bountiful rewards in accordance with God's plan for our lives. thus, we are instructed to give cheerfully and without reservation: "But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver." (v.6&7)
so.....are you a cheerful giver? if you intend to obey God's commandments, you must be. when you give, God looks not only at the quality of your gift, but also at the condition of your heart. if you give generously, joyfully, without complaint, you obey God's Word. but, if you make your gifts grudgingly, or if the motivation for your gift is selfish, you invite God's displeasure.
one of life's greatest joy is the ability to share your gifts with others. the more you earn and save, the more you'll have to share. so today, make this pledge and keep it: be a cheerful, generous, courageous giver. the world needs your help, and you need the spiritual rewards that will be yours when you do. have a good day all !!!
quote of the day:
"Two works of mercy set a man free: forgive and you will be forgiven, and give and you shall receive." by St.Augustine
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