I came to know this girl and was interested in her. She was attending New Creation Church in Singapore so I decided to go to church with her to see her more often. As time went by, I fell in love with this girl and I got hooked to going church with her because I wanted to see her more often. Whenever the church service was going on, I used to shut my ears and tell myself how stupid all these people can be to worship this man (Jesus) whom they think died for them. For about nine months I had been attending church with her and then suddenly came a surprise announcement. My girlfriend told me she was not interested in me anymore and I was hurt really deeply in my heart. At that time I started looking for answers. I felt deeply rejected because I used to look at myself and say "What is wrong with me!"
Family Relationships – Enjoying Not Enduring
God designed family relationships as a place of security, safety, learning and joy. People need people; we are created to enjoy relationships, to love and be loved. . . . . But it doesn’t take much observation to see families have been under immense attack. There has been a breakdown in the family unit. Couples have suffered in their relationship with each other, which in turn has had a huge impact on their relationships with their children. What should have been a safe, secure place to learn and grow in many places has become a battleground of hurt, pain and mistrust. So people grow up with hurt, bitterness and a wrong understanding about life and relationships.
Awake From Your Slumber
“And do this, understanding the present time. The hour has come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed.” (Romans 13:11) Paul exhorts us to wake up from our slumber or sleep. Medical science also provides a lot of insights about sleep. Rapid Eye Movement sleep is when brain is active, while body is inactive. This is the normal sleep. Non–Rapid Eye Movement sleep is when body is active, brain is inactive. In the spiritual life of a Christian it is possible to fall asleep. Like Jonah we could fall asleep in disobedience. Like Samson, we could loose our spiritual vitality by being in the wrong place with wrong people. The Lord calls us to awake and be alert. The Praying Hands
"No, brother. I cannot go to Nuremberg. It is too late for me. Look! Look what four years in the mines have done to my hands! The bones in every finger have been smashed at least once, and lately I have been suffering from arthritis so badly in my right hand that I cannot even hold a glass to return your toast, much less make delicate lines on parchment or canvas with a pen or a brush. No, brother for me it is too late." . . . . One day, to pay homage to Albert for all that he had sacrificed, Albrecht Durer painstakingly drew his brother's abused hands with palms together and thin fingers stretched skyward. He called his powerful drawing simply "Hands," but the entire world almost immediately opened their hearts to his great masterpiece and renamed his tribute of love "The Praying Hands."
Last Week At Work
In one way i am happy that i am leaving... In others i am actually sad... Kind of attached to ppl at work.. I will be missing / and will miss these guys at my work place... Jennifer.... The Best boss ever... She is one gem... During my first few days in SPH she took care of me and taught me things.. Sadly she left like in three months of my service to GIC. But even when she is no longer my boss she would call me and send occasional sms to keep in touch.. She is really one coool…
All That He’s Created Me To Be
I’ve been given hope to dreamI’ve been given new life to breatheI can see again clearly beyond the presentI can see distant shores from these seasFor what is to come keeps driving me These last two years for me have been an interesting time. If I analyze and look at what has been and what was I realize that I’ve been pulled in two different directions. I would say that I’ve had to question myself and ask what was most important to me at certain times. I’m finally beginning to see that I’m where I’m at for a specific reason.…
Crank Up That Curry Sauce Video
The guys at work showed this video to me at work and i couldn't stop laughing!! Scroll down to view the YouTube Video! Simi Johnson
Looking Forward to Graduation
I feel a relief knowing that I'll be graduating May of 2009. It's a year ahead but I already started planning my next year. I met with my advisor to register for classes and figure out what exams I need to take to get my license and degree. I had to take care of a few things so that next year will go more smoothly. I didn't do so well in my Linguistics class because I had a difficult time understanding some of the tougher and advanced concepts. I'll have to repeat it next term but at least I'll have…
My Gifts Are To Honour Him
Man tough tough tough decison to make.... some of you would know that today is my audition to play with an internationally popular band as an acoustic guitarist for their concert in singapore and since when i got the call from the representative I was so so so so so excited..... I was like practicing like crazy man on top of my 3 hours everyday with my "WIFE" (Guitar) ....... I downloaded all their songs and practiced them crazily... but God has other things for me... I was leading worship in church on sunday. Since the start of the worship…
You Are More Than Enough For Me
Silence has ended and there’s release within these wallsAll the while light has shone bright amidst the chaos and unrestSimply giving myself to the life I was meant to actually liveLeaving behind all the misunderstanding and confusion You are more than enough for meYou are my portion my help my strengthYou are my Savior my King my LordAll to you, and all for you, I live I trust in You…though valleys may come and mountains passI trust Your word…above the circumstance and pain You are…and in that revelation I live Ashish Joy
Why Are Teens Rebellious?
Teens and rebelliousness are synonyms (at least in most cases). I was …. how about you?There is something about being a teenager that they push the boundaries, frustrated with the way things are, feel caged in, sense their freedom curtailed, want to explore what is out there etc. Many mistakes are made, some lessons are learned.. but eventually they all grow up. New Research findings are out. Rebelliousness among teens may stem from biology. Teen brains function differently from that of adults. The prefrontal cortex - the area that controls judgment, organization, emotions — is largely immature in a teenager’s…
Open Confessional
Isn't that what the internet has become? I'll confess that I haven't been a model Christian. I don't know to explain this but I've been going through a discouraging situation. It's painful and I feel beaten when I'm facing this storm of my life. On top of that, the people I trusted the most disappointed me. I feel that life is a b***** that has stabbed me in the back. Everyday, I've been trying to carry myself and be a strong person that sails right through tough times. In reality, I feel I'm about to fall apart. I can't cry…
Gospel, Mission & Community
As we enter a new season in the planting of 7 Mile Road, our goal is to grow a healthy Core Team that is committed to becoming a missional church. Currently our team consists of 16 Christians who love Jesus and are committed to participating in His redemptive work in Philadelphia. Our hope is to double this crew in the pre-launch phase as we prepare for the public launch of 7 Mile Road Church. From day one, our hope is to have the gospel, mission, and community embedded deep into who we are and who we are becoming. Grow in…
Can Western Civilisation Be Saved? Why Imitate Those Who Are Messed Up?
My friend Kuru Chandy from Lucknow has sent me the following, which he says has been doing the rounds since last year. But it is so good/funny/tragic that I have decided to include it here: "Stop this madness: The Westernisation of Child Rearing"School 1960 vs. School 2008 SCENARIO 1 - Johnny and Mark get into a fistfight after school.1960 Crowd gathers. Mark wins. Johnny and Mark shake hands and end up mates.2008 Police are called, SWAT team arrives and arrests Johnny and Mark. Mobiles with video of fight confiscated as evidence. They are charged with assault, AVOs are taken out…
I Will Trust . . . I Will Trust
I will trust…I will trustThough the battles rage within meI will trust…I will trustThough my understanding fails meI will trust…I will trust The air is ripe for an epic moment or circumstanceWill you stand and face the heat and wind and desolation?The feeling’s ready for you to take a jumpWill you give everything to the cause which you have taken? Wanderlust keeps this serendipitous occasion agroundAnd lost in the wonder is the question of “Really?”Spirit seeks to quell the fear of unintended emotionAnd quiet in reflection as soul says “Okay…” I will trust…I will trustThough the battles rage within meI will…
Singapore And Mumbai
Arrived in Mumbai earlier this week. Been spending time with family and getting intimately acquainted with all the local mosquitoes. The weather hasn't been as bad as I imagined it. It's quite pleasant actually. Went to a local house church (i.e. cell group) the other day and was so blessed to see young people so on fire for God. That was one beautiful worship service and a seriously solid dose of the Word! India is truly experiencing a great move of God, churches are growing so fast, and on the forefront are the young people. India has a young population…
Why Young People Stay In Church
We all have seen many studies on young people who have dropped out of immigrant churches. Ever wonder if those of next generation who stay in the church, why they do? Or those who dropped out, if they ever join another church, what makes them stay there? According to a recent study by LifeWay Research, the most common reasons young people keep attending churches are:a) Church is vital to a relationship with God (65%)b) They want church guidance in everyday life decisions (58%)c) It helps them become a better person (50%)d) They are committed to the purpose and work of…
A Tribute To A Man of God – Bro. Dr. DGS Dhinakaran
This poem is written by Dr John Celes and copyright to Dr John Celes. A man who went to commit suicide,Was picked by God to save sinners from hell,Miraculously until ripe-old age;God took him to His bosom after this. The man of God had read the Bible well;He prayed to God with fervor all his life,Until the Holy Spirit entered him,And changed his life of poverty and strife. The man of God became Evangelist;He quoted Scriptures to all suffering souls,Explaining God’s message to all who thirstFor truth and Light and Way of Jesus Christ. He talked to God and gained…
Funeral of Dr. DGS Dhinakaran in Videos
Click onto the sites here to view videos of the funeral of Dr. DGS DhinakaranSource of Article:Simon Shashi's Tamil Christian OnlineYouTube Videos of Dr. DGS DhinakaranHomage to 21st Century Prophet DGS Dhinakaran Death of DGS Dhinakaran Entry Death of DGS Dhinakaran Fr.SJ.Berchmans attend DGS Dhinakaran Funeral Nenjey Nee Kalangaathey - D.G.S.Dhinakaran D.G.S. Dinakaran Homage Karunanidhi, Rajinikanth @ DGS Dhinakaran Funeral
Towards A Desi Gospel
The primary call for the Indian-Christians is to make the gospel relevant to Indians. The gospel needs to be 'situated' in our language and culture if it has to be 'acceptable' to Indians. What is worrisome is the uncritical 'Americanization' of the gospel if not the McDonaldization of the gospel – 'same gospel everywhere'. We trust the 'tried' and 'tested' American gospel to work a miracle in India. Do not get me wrong. This is no smear campaign. There's nothing wrong with American Christianity itself. It is its uncritical application in the Indian context that causes me to raise the alarm. The point I am making is that 'localized' flavor is essential to reach out to a larger audience. It is important to be sensitive to local 'tastes' and 'preferences' and serve local needs. Indian curry is popular in England but one finds curry served in London 'less-Indian' than what is normally served in India. It is cooked to 'please' British taste buds.