A small Mooncake Fest to be remembered...

Today is Sunday...Mooncake Festival 2008

While the others went to T.C to celebrate...we had a different kind of celebration back here in my room...



This are some of our mooncakes...bought to be shared among ourselves...

Want to guess the flavour of these mooncakes? Haha...



Besides mooncakes, we have burgers, some soft drinks, bread and crackers.

So...there we are...the five of us...(and some through the computer...) celebrated our mooncake fest far away from home...











We have our family bond in Christ...we are one family~!!!

We support each other and grow together in Christ...

Thank GOD for everyone we have right now...

JESUS loves us all~!!!

P/s: Lastly, guess who's this? Hahaha...

this is our "boss"...(act also like one)

"conquering" my personal place and also "invading" my privacy...Hahaha..

Senior, JESUS loves you oh~!!! :)

Guitar Class will be start in the coming OCTOBER!!

Want to learn more instrument?
want to gain more knowledge in MUSIC?
want to take part in praise and worship team?

Then YOU must join the Guitar Class, Which organize by KUANTAN MYF!

Time: Every Saturday from 6pm till 7pm

Venue: Kuantan Methodish Church

Who interested to join the guitar class can inform me, before 28 September 2008! Sms or leave comment here are all welcome!!

Guitar class will be start in the coming October, 4/10/2008!!!

*experience praise and worship members will be invited to give some briefing about theory and music skills!!!

SO, must join NOW!!~


By:
David Chung
016-8023976
jj_david@hotmail.com

Evangelistic Day on 23rd August 2008

Matthew 28:16-20 (New International Version)

The Great Commission

16Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."

The Great Commission! That is the last words Jesus spoke on earth before he ascended back to Heaven. Alot of scholars mentioned that last words are always the most important words. It even sounded like a command to all his disciples.

As His disciples, all of us have the responsibility in spreading the Gospel. It doesn't matter whether it is overseas or local, evangelism is a major calling in Christian living. Testimonies of our lives are a crucial part in bringing someone to Christ.

Have you share with someone about Christ today? Or rather you have always wanted to do so but couldn't find the time and courage to do that? Maybe you thought sending fwd emails about Christ is enough on doing evangelism on your part.

August 23rd is a good opportunity for us to practise telling strangers about Christ. How Christ has transformed our lives, how He being our Saviour of eternal life in Heaven. We will be using the "5 Colours Beads" as a starting tool to explain about Salvation and a chance to share your testimony.

Afraid of being speechless in front of strangers? Fear not! We can do anything with God's strength! You are not alone in this Evangelism Activity. Besides, there will be a training on how to use the "5 Colour Beads" effectively on 4th August 2008 at 8pm in church. Anyone who wants to come pls inform me so that I can arrange for transportation.

Hope to hear about your participation in this Evangelism Activity. God loves you and me and He loves Pekan too! Immanuel! :)

GOD said No

I asked God to take away my habit.
God said, No.
It is not for me to take away, but for you to give it up.

I asked God to make my handicapped child whole.
God said, No.
His spirit is whole, his body is only temporary.

I asked God to grant me patience.
God said, No.
Patience is a byproduct of tribulations; it isn't granted, it is learned.

I asked God to give me happiness.
God said, No.
I give you blessings; Happiness is up to you.

I asked God to spare me pain.
God said, No.
Suffering draws you apart from worldly cares and brings you closer to me.

I asked God to make my spirit grow.
God said, No.
You must grow on your own, but I will prune you to make you fruitful.

I asked God for all things that I might enjoy life.
God said, No.
I will give you life, so that you may enjoy all things.

I asked God to help me LOVE others, as much as He loves me.
God said...Ahhhh, finally you have the idea.

To the world you might be one person, But to one person you just might be the world.
May the Lord Bless you and keep you.
May the Lord Make his face shine upon you, And give you Peace......Forever
Amen.

A nice Testimony

Breakfast at McDonald's

This is a good story and is true, please read it all the way through until the end! (After the story, there are some very interesting facts!):

I am a mother of three (ages 14, 12, 3) and have recently completed my college degree.
The last class I had to take was Sociology.

The teacher was absolutely inspiring with the qualities that I wish every human being had been graced with.

Her last project of the term was called, 'Smile.'

The class was asked to go out and smile at three people and document their reactions.

I am a very friendly person and always smile at everyone and say hello anyway. So, I thought this would be a piece of cake,
literally.

Soon after we were assigned the project, my husband, youngest son, and I went out to McDonald's one crisp March morning.

It was just our way of sharing special playtime with our son.

We were standing in line, waiting to be served, when all of a sudden everyone around us began to back away, and then even my husband did.

I did not move an inch... an overwhelming feeling of panic welled up inside of me as I turned to see why they had moved.

As I turned around I smelled a horrible 'dirty body' smell, and there standing behind me were two poor homeless men.

As I looke d down at the short gentleman, close to me, he was 'smiling'.

His beautiful sky blue eyes were full of God's Light as he searched for acceptance.

He said, 'Good day' as he counted the few coins he had been clutching.

The second man fumbled with his hands as he stood behind his friend. I realized the second man was mentally challenged and the blue-eyed gentleman was his salvation.

I held my tears as I stood there with them.

The young lady at the counter asked him what they wanted.

He said, 'Coffee is all Miss' because that was all they could afford. (If they wanted to sit in the restaurant and warm up, they had to buy something. He just wanted to be warm).

Then I really felt it - the compulsion was so great I almost reached out and embraced the little man with the blue eyes.

That is when I noticed all eyes in the restaurant were set on me, judging my every action.

I smiled and asked the young lady behind the counter to give me two more breakfast meals on a separate tray.

I then walked around the corner to the table that the men had chosen as a resting spot. I put the tray on the table and laid my hand on the blue-eyed gentleman's cold hand.

He looked up at me, with tears in his eyes, and said, 'Thank you.'

I leaned over, began to pat his hand and said, 'I did not do this for you. God is here working through me to give you hope.'

I started to cry as I walked away to join my husband and son. When I sat down my husband smiled at me and said, 'That is why God gave you to me, Honey, to give me hope.'

We held hands for a moment and at that time, we knew that only because of the Grace that we had been given were we able to give.

We are not church goers, but we are believers.

That day showed me the pure Light of God's sweet love.

I returned to college, on the last evening of class, with this story in hand.

I turned in 'my project' and the instructor read it.

Then she looked up at me and said, 'Can I share this?'

I slowly nodded as she got the attention of the class.

She began to read and that is when I knew that we as human beings and being part of God share this need to heal peop learned to be healed.

In my own way I had touched the people at McDonald's, my son, instructor, and every soul that shared the classroom on the last night I spent as a college student.

I graduated with one of the biggest lessons I would ever learn:
UNCONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE.

Much love and compassion is sent to each and every person who may read this and learn how to
LOVE PEOPLE AND USE THINGS - NOT LOVE THINGS AND USE
PEOPLE.

3 Questions..

A young man who went overseas to study for quite a long time.
When he returned, he asked his parents to find him a religious scholar
or any expert who could answer his 3 Questions.

Finally, his parents were able to find a scholar.
Young man: Who are you? Can you answer my questions?
Scholar: I am one of God willing, I will be able to answer your questions.

Young man: Are you sure? A lot of Professors and experts were not able to answer my questions.
Scholar: I will try my best, with the help of God .

Young Man: I have 3 questions:
1. Does God exist? If so, show me His shape.
2. What is fate?
3. If Devil was created from the fire, why at the end he will be thrown to hell that is also created from fire. It certainly will not hurt him at all, since Devil and the hell were created from fire. Did God not think of it this far?

Suddenly, the Scholar slapped the young man's face very hard.

Scholar: I am not angry. The slap is my answer to your three questions.
Young Man: I really don't understand.
Scholar: How do you feel after I slapped you?
Young Man: Of course, I felt the pain.
Scholar: So do you believe that pain exists?
Young Man: Yes.
Scholar: Show me the shape of the pain!

Young Man: I cannot.
Scholar: That is my first answer. All of us feel God's existence without being able to see His shape... Last night, did you dream that you will be slapped by me?
Young Man: No.
Scholar: Did you ever think that you will get a slap from me, today?
Young Man: No.
Scholar: That is fate my second answer........ My hand that I used to slap you, what is it created from?
Young Man: It is created from flesh.
Scholar: How about your face, what is it created from?
Young Man: Flesh.
Scholar: How do you feel after I slapped you?
Young Man: In pain.
Scholar: That's it... this is my third answer, Even though Devil and also the hell were created from the fire, if God wants,God willing , the hell will become a very painful place for devil.

培灵会～～～

Thomas!!!y ohters boy leave u ALONE???
toooooooo pity ler~~~~hahaha...

MYF 17/5 Meeting - Leadership training

During that night meeting, pastor ben used a difference way to bring out the leadership training - PLAY GAME.

It seems like everyone has had a good time. And the conclusion of the game is, when something goes wrong, BLAME yourself first before pin point the persons beside you. Ha ha. Is my fault!




Pictures show we used the 'u' channel to pass the ping pong ball and tennis ball from one end to the other end.

Yc with UMP student....

Ten Guidelines From God

1. Quit worrying: Life has dealt you a blow and all you do is sit and worry. Have you forgotten that I am here to take all your burdens and carry them for you? Alternatively, do you just enjoy fretting over every little thing that comes your way?

2. Put it on the list: Something needs done or taken care of. Put it on the list. No, not your list. Put it on my to-do-list. Let me be the one to take care of the problem. I cannot help you until you turn it over to me. Moreover, although My to-do-list is long, I am after all... God. I can take care of anything you put into My hands. In fact, if the truth were ever really known, I take care of many things for you that you never even realize.

3. Trust me: Once you have given your burdens to me, quit trying to take them back. Trust in me. Have the faith that I will take care of all your needs, your problems and your trials. Problems with the kids? Put them on my list. Problem with finances? Put it on My list. Problems with your emotional roller coaster? For my sake, put it on my list. I want to help you. All you have to do is ask.

4. Leave it alone: Do not wake up one morning and say, "Well, I'm feeling much stronger now; I think I can handle it from here." Why do you think you are feeling stronger now? It is simple. You gave Me your burdens and I am taking care of them. I also renew your strength and cover you in my peace. Don't you know that if I give you these problems back, you will be right back where you started? Leave them with me and forget about them. Just let me do my job.

5. Talk to me:I want you to forget many things. Forget what was making you crazy. Forget the worry and the fretting because you know I am in control. Nevertheless, there is one thing I pray you never forget. Please, do not forget to talk to me - OFTEN! I love you! I want to hear your voice. I want you to include me in on the things going on in your life. I want to hear you talk about your friends and family. Prayer is simply you having a conversation with Me. I want to be your dearest friend.

6. Have faith:I see many things from up here that you cannot see from where you are. Have faith in Me that I know what I am doing. Trust me; you would not want the view from my eyes. I will continue to care for you, watch over you, and meet your needs. You only have to trust me. Although I have a much bigger task than you do, it seems as if you have so much trouble just doing your simple part. How hard can trust be?

7. Share:You were taught to share when you were only two years old. When did you forget? That rule still applies. Share with those who are less fortunate than you are. Share your joy with Those who need encouragement. Share your laughter with those who have not heard any in such a long time. Share your tears with those who have forgotten how to cry. Share your faith with those who have none.

8. Be patient:I managed to fix it so in just one lifetime you could have so many diverse experiences. You grow from a child to an adult, have children, change jobs many times, learn many trades, travel to so many places, meet thousands of people, and experience so much. How can you be so impatient then when it takes Me a little longer than you expect to handle something on my to-do-list? Trust in my timing, for my timing is perfect. Just because I created the entire universe in only six days, everyone thinks I should always rush, rush, and rush.

9. Be kind:Be kind to others, for I love them just as much as I love you. They may not dress like you, or talk like you, or live the same way you do, but I still love you all. Please try to get along, for my sake. I created each of you different in some way. It would be too boring if you were all identical. Please, know I love each of your differences.

10. Love yourself:As much as I love you, how can you not love yourself? I created you for one reason only -- to be loved, and to love in return. I am a God of Love. Love Me. Love your neighbours. Also, love yourself. It makes My heart ache when I see you so angry with yourself when things go wrong. You are very precious to me. Do not ever forget...

d 'natural' look of oue MYF member ~haha!!

Easter Sunday

These are some photos i took on 23/3/08. This is the day we celebrated Jesus rise from the death.
















The early morning sky...
The place (erm..forget what carpark already which is beside the beach..lol!!)where the morning Combined Service was held...

















Praise and worship session...Jesus is alive~!!! yeah~!

















After the message...we continue to praise our GOD... glad that Jesus is alive...Amen!

Had a great time. Seeing so many brothers and sisters from different churches coming together as one big family just for one reason...to praise GOD and celebrate Jesus victory against death...
The salvation for all of us is completed...
















Haha..this photo was the last one I took when the camera finally sounded the "empty tank" signal...

Loving couple..our example... hehe. know who are they?I'll leave the answers for you guys...

GOD Bless ya...

Live Life To The Fullest!

YOUR FUTURE IS FULL OF......

JOY because God has a plan for you

"For I know the plans I have for you" declares the Lord "plans to give you hope and future" Jeremiah 29:11

PEACE because God will be with you wherever you go

I am with you always Matthew 28:20

HOPE because God is working on your behalf

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. Romans 8:28

LOVE because God deeply loves you

may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ. Ephesians 3:18

STRENGTH because God gives you everything you need

I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Phillipians 4:13

CONFIDENCE because God made you who you are

God saw all that he had made, and it was very good. Genesis 1:31

COURAGE because God can do more than you imagine!

Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26

2008年宣教义卖

WHEN GOD PUTS YOU ON HOLD

Many thanks to Shiro's sharing last Saturday :) There are alot of truth in it about our comparison attitude. It is a good reminder that God made each one of us special in our own ways and there is no reason for us to compare with another. I got this article from a friend this morning. Enjoy reading and blessed week ahead! :D


If you're a seasoned air traveler, chances are you're familiar with the term "holding pattern."

That's when your plane is unable to land because of unfavorable ground conditions. Generally the pilot announces that he's been told to maintain a holding pattern pending an update from the control tower.
It happens regularly, so planes have to carry enough fuel to stay airborne till they can land safely.

The Bible says, "Wait for the Lord; be strong...let your heart take courage."

When God puts you in a holding pattern it's not just a question of having enough faith to receive His promise, it's also a matter of having enough "spiritual staying power" to stay airborne until it comes to pass. That's why you need to carry enough spiritual fuel to handle delays and wait for clearance.The Bible refers to the Holy Spirit, "a rushing mighty wind" (Acts 2:2). After God had delayed Noah long enough to accomplish His purpose, "He sent a wind" (Gen 8:1 NIV).

Anytime a wind comes from the presence of God it blows away all hindrances and obstacles, it dries the ground under your feet so you can move ahead. It demolishes the spirit of fear and heaviness that makes you want to quit.
David asked God, "What is man that you are mindful of him?" (Ps 8:4 NIV). Even in times of frustration and waiting, God is still thinking about you and working everything out for your good.

His delays aren't denials.

So, when you sense a divine breeze in your spirit, rejoice. It's a sign that He's clearing you to land and good things are about to happen!

比来比去？

比上不足

有時我们生活在一个充满比较的世界，有时是自己要跟别人比，但是怎么比都比不上别人，越比就越气，觉得上帝厚此薄彼，待我真不公平。有时并不是自己要刻意去比，但是别人硬要跟我比，又或者父母师长拿我跟别人比，我实在是身不由己。

为何比较？

你喜欢跟别人比较吗？为什么？比较过后若发现自己比别人棒，你会有什么感想？你会自此充满信心还是充满骄傲？若发现自己不如人呢？你会自卑还是会妒忌？

其实只有对自己、对神没有足够认识的人，才会在乎跟别人比较，以测试自己的程度到哪里，借着看自己是否比别人棒来建立自己的信心。这样的信心，一不小心会演变成骄傲，但是这种所谓的信心，却肯定是脆弱的。因为当有个比自己棒的人出现时，他马上受打击，感到自卑，甚至在一夜之间酝酿成妒忌。

骄傲、自卑或妒忌，都是心灵的毒素，会侵蚀生命，叫人停滞不前，甚至因此无法释放自己，更无法经历真正的喜乐。

比下有余

当你比别人优胜时，你是否会因此得意忘形，甚至自高自大？比下有余，是否真的如此值得洋洋得意呢？ 其实，若你知道赐你恩赐和长处的是神，你就应当明白自己即使拥有再好的东西，也没什么值得自夸自耀。

神赐你长处优点，其实是盼望你善用祂给你的资源去祝福他人。 你不妨学习：即使你很有本领，仍要以体谅和接纳的态度帮助软弱或有缺憾的人。

只和自己比

在上帝的眼中，每个人都是独特的。神给予每个人不同的天赋潜质，在群体中各事其职，相辅相成，因此我们根本不需与他人比较。
他人的长处，虽然可能是我们的短处，但我们也可能有某些长处，又是他人所没有的。

上帝给我们不同的才干，对我们也有特定的期望，我们应该朝个别的目标努力。 如果要比较的话，最好和自己比：我是否有尽全力把神给我的天赋用以祝福他人？我是否有献上最好的？若都能做到，便算是无亏欠了。

Samson's B'day!!

Dear brother and sister!!!

Today is our brother SAMSON Law Da lit birthday! (ump) Yahoooo....
Let's together wish him happy birthday!!~


HAPPY BIRTHDAY to DA LIT!!!

"For I know the plans I have for you" declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)

How to Know God Personally?

How to Know God Personally.....?
What does it take to begin a relationship with God? Devote yourself to unselfish religious deeds? Become a better person so that God will accept you?
You may be surprised that none of those things will work. But God has made it very clear in the Bible how we can know Him.
The following principles will explain how you can personally begin a relationship with God, right now...

Principle 1:
God loves you and offers a wonderful plan for your life.
God's Love"God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life." 1
God's Plan[Christ speaking] "I came that they might have life, and might have it abundantly" [that it might be full and meaningful]. 2
Why is it that most people are not experiencing the abundant life? Because...

Principle 2:
All of us sin and our sin has separated us from God.
We Are Sinful"All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." 3
We were created to have fellowship with God; but, because of our stubborn self-will, we chose to go our own independent way, and fellowship with God was broken. This self-will, characterized by an attitude of active rebellion or passive indifference, is evidence of what the Bible calls sin.
We Are Separated"The wages of sin is death" [spiritual separation from God]. 4
This diagram illustrates that God is holy and people are sinful. A great gulf separates us. The arrows illustrate that we are continually trying to reach God and the abundant life through our own efforts, such as a good life, philosophy, or religion -- but we inevitably fail.
The third law explains the only way to bridge this gulf...

Principle 3:
Jesus Christ is God's only provision for our sin. Through Him we can know and experience God's love and plan for our life.
He Died in Our Place"God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." 5
He Rose From the Dead"Christ died for our sins...He was buried...He was raised on the third day, according to the Scriptures...He appeared to Peter, then to the twelve. After that He appeared to more than five hundred..." 6
He Is the Only Way to God"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but through Me.'" 7
This diagram illustrates that God has bridged the gulf which separates us from Him by sending His Son, Jesus Christ, to die on the cross in our place to pay the penalty for our sins.
It is not enough just to know these three principles...

Principle 4:
We must individually receive Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord; then we can know and experience God's love and plan for our lives.
We Must Receive Christ"As many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name." 8
We Receive Christ Through Faith"By grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, that no one should boast." 9
When We Receive Christ, We Experience a New Birth
We Receive Christ by Personal Invitation[Christ speaking] "Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if any one hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him." 10
Receiving Christ involves turning to God from self (repentance) and trusting Christ to come into our lives to forgive our sins and to make us what He wants us to be. Just to agree intellectually that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and that He died on the cross for your sins is not enough. Nor is it enough to have an emotional experience. You receive Jesus Christ by faith, as an act of the will.

Good day ! : ) Pray always ... (From Sister Pai Shya)

Dear brothers and sisters,

Good afternoon ,..


Wish you a meaningful week ahead !


For your information , one of my cell group member's ( Hua Shan ) father was sick ...

Last week , he is not feeling well ,... and almost had a stroke. Meantime , he is stable already .. in Sarawak ...

Please kindly pray together for Brother Hua Shan's Father and family ... His father hasn't believe in Christ yet,


Let's put our hands together for

his father's health and also Salvation !

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Also , we pray together for Taman Tas churchmaters + People and Pekan Churchmates and people ...



Pray that may they experience God's love ! and may the believers grow stronger in FAITH ... .. May Holy Spirits fills them with Joy and peace, with the desire to get closer to God , and spread Gospels to people arround them !

"We are more than conquerors through him who loved us."

~ Romans 8: 37

怎么办？

「耶和华赐人智能，知识和聪明都由他口而出。」 （箴言2章6节）


友人翠丝塔正为该不该换车而苦恼：是继续修那辆老爷车？还是买辆新车？她想做个金钱的好管家，也希望做明智的决定。最重要的是，她希望能荣耀上帝。
金钱上的事很难决定。布道家葛理翰曾说过：「一个人对金钱的态度若能义无反顾，在人生其它方面也能畅行无阻。」

以下几点是对待金钱应有的智慧：
认真查验你是否遵从上帝的优先级。有没有奉献给上帝或帮助他人（哥林多前书16章2节）？有没有顾念家庭需要（提摩太前书5章8节）？有没有让金钱控制你 （路加福音16章13节）？
分析主要的事。考虑各种选择以及它们的正反两面。

求上帝赐智慧。祷告、祷告、再祷告，他必引导你（箴言2章6节）。
相信上帝，再做决定。善用你的知识和智能，并将你的决定交在他的手中。
顺服上帝能让我们更深爱他、信靠他。而最重要的是，我们能把每个决定都看作是亲近他的机会。


有时进退维谷，左右都是为难；求主助你选择，他会指引方向。