march youth camp 飞向梦想

date: 15~17 March 2009
venue: Mount Singai
title: 飞向梦想
fee: Rm65.oo

special activities:
talk - soar for your dreams! what are your dreams? are you ready to soar for your dreams?
treasure hunt! treasure? treasure? Yes, i'm sure you will find some treasures in this hunt!
candle night aaaahhh~time for some late night talks
B.G.R. now i know why i got that funny butterflies feeling in my tummy!
it's SHOW time! well, not only famous actress and actor could act!

Hurry up and pass up your forms by 28 Feb 09!

age range: 13~18

(you can get the forms from our youth member starting from this coming Sunday 18.01.09)

do keep yourself updated by reading our blog! May God bless you all~

finally it's done! : )

hoOray! the pamphlet is finally out! : )

it took me so long to design and do the editing beause i used microsoft Publisher. It is a new program so i didnt know how to use it. Nonetheless, they are done! *heaps of joy!*

© ag.nes studio

troubles?

Question:

When is a bird bigger than a mountain?

Answer:

When the bird is closer than the mountain.

The troubles facing us seem huge because they are so close – like a huge black bird with beady eyes and a sharp beak waiting for a smaller animal’s weariness to turn into helplessness so it can devour it. At such time, God seems as far as a distant mountain, and we perceive Him as being small and unreachable. However, do keep in mind that we worship a God who is greater than our greatest problem.

“He gives power to the weak, and those who have no might He increases the strength.” Isaiah 40: 29

a child's faith

Few days ago my dad was ill. And so little Grace said to all of us, "Let's pray to Jesus!" I was laughing at my desk at that time. Come on, what does a child know? i thought.

"Dear Jesus, Daddy is very ill now. Please let him recover. Please make him stronger. Cure him! Amen."

Just as simple at that. And all of a sudden, there was a tinge of shame flowing in me. Even Grace who is only 5 knows what to do. What about me? I was amazed by the faith shown in little Grace.
People said children usually have more faith compared to adults, because they believe in everything. However, this faith will get less as one gets older and get to know, we can't actually believe in everything.

Many times, i tend to struggle alone, thinking of ways to overcome the problems and hard times in life. I tend to trust people more than God. However, Grace has taught me, i must look back at the cross. I must go back the His words. I must let Him hold my hand once again. I must let Him pick me up once i fall. I must have faith in Him. And trust Him with all my heart.

Reality vs faith. Reality may be painful, but faith is the cure for it. So why don't we just have faith on Him? Believe Him, for He promised us He will not forsake us. He's always the refuge when we need someone to confide our feelings to. He's there for us no matter what conditions. Just cry out to Him, and He'll be there. Believe Him, for He's the miracle worker, not you, not me, not any human being on Earth.

Just have the faith, like a child.. : )

Fantastic First Post

You say: 'It's impossible'
God says: 'All things are possible'
(Luke 18:27)

You say: 'I'm too tired'
God says: 'I will give you rest'
(Matthew 11:28-30)

You say: 'Nobody really loves me'
God says: 'I love you'
(John 3:16 & John 3:34 )

You say: 'I can't go on'
God says: 'My grace is sufficient'
(II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15)

You say: 'I can't figure things out'
God says: 'I will direct your steps'
(Proverbs 3:5-6)

You say: 'I can't do it'
God says: You can do all things
(Philippians 4:13)

You say: 'I'm not able'
God says: I am able
(II Corinthians 9:8)

You say: 'It's not worth it'
God says: It will be worth it
(Roman 8:28 )

You say: 'I can't forgive myself'
God says: I Forgive you
(I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)

You say: 'I can't manage'
God says: I will supply all your needs
(Philippians 4:19)

You say: 'I'm afraid'
God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear
(II Timothy 1:7)

You say: 'I'm always worried and frustrated'
God says: Cast all your cares on ME
(I Peter 5:7)

You say: 'I'm not smart enough'
God says: I give you wisdom
(I Corinthians 1:30)

You say: 'I feel all alone'
God says: I will never leave you or forsake you
(Hebrews 13:5)

it's not the end yet...

people forgot they have options.

D W Y C W Y A W W Y H
Do what you can where you are with what you have

Let worries drive you to Jesus.

When we put our problems in God's hands, He puts His peace in our hearts.

let me tell you what life is.

Life is kind of like a painting. A really bizarre abstract painting. you could look at it and think that all it is is a blur. And you can continue living your life thinking that all it is is a blur. But if you really look at it, really see it, focus on it and use your imagination, life can become so much more. That painting could be of the sea, the sky, people, buildings, a butterfly on a flower or anything except the blur you were once convinced it was.

THANK YOU!!!!

Hey!!! This post is specially written to all my fellow members of Colourful Youth(SIB The Way Batu Kawa). Thanks for d surprise u guy gave it to me. Thanks for all d wishes!!! Thanks for d present!!! It's cute!!! Nice!!! Thanks for being with me for these few years!!! I had grown up so as u guy!!! Haha!!! Thanks for EVERYTHING!!! Haha!!! All da best to all of you!!! May God bless you and God's loves always be with each and everyone of you!!! THANK YOU!!!!!

Thanks for d bottle!!! I love the shells!!!

Thanks for all d wishes u guy gave it to me!!! Thank you!!!

Thanks for everything!!!

Prayer of Forgiveness

Prayer of Forgiveness: A Valuable Gift
A prayer of forgiveness is something we all seek at some point in life. Forgiveness is a valuable gift that is neither easily obtained, nor easily given. Forgiveness is essential for life; it frees us from past wrongs and gives us hope for the future. It is for forgiveness sake that Jesus Christ came to earth to die for mankind.

Prayer of Forgiveness: Made Possible by Jesus Christ
The prayer of forgiveness is a prayer that is offered up to God. Though we may directly hurt each other, all of our trespasses ultimately hurt God. You may wonder how this is possible. How can our shortcomings hurt the omnipotent Creator of the universe? Does God even care? In Genesis 6, we find that God Himself actually grieved over all the wrongs that man had inflicted upon each other: "Then the LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. And the LORD was sorry that He had made man on the earth, and He was grieved in His heart." (Genesis 6:5-6).

All knowing, God grieves even at the mere thought of evil. Thus, ultimate forgiveness must also come from God. However, because of His justice, forgiveness cannot be freely given. Every wrong must be accounted for in order for God to be a just judge. Jesus Christ died on the cross at Calvary in our place so that our sins may be forgiven. His suffering paid for our transgressions. "For this is My blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins." (Matthew 26:28).

In His love, God knew that our conscience needed to be freed from guilt and condemnation. He knew that forgiveness of sins was our greatest need. In the ultimate act of love, God not only suffered the pain of our wrongs, but also paid for their consequences in order that we may have forgiveness offered to us when we sin. All we need to do is to accept His free gift of forgiveness.

Prayer of Forgiveness: Ask God for Forgiveness
Perhaps you have stumbled upon this web page looking for a prayer of forgiveness to soothe a tormented soul. Or maybe you are struggling with trying to forgive another for deeply hurting you. For all who accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, forgiveness has been freely given. If we acknowledge our wrongs and ask for forgiveness, God will forgive us - no questions asked: "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." (1 John 1:9).

If we reject Jesus, in essence, we reject God's gift of forgiveness. We are in fact saying that we do not wish to be reconciled with God (1 John 1:10). Though it is our free choice to not accept forgiveness from God, we will ultimately be accountable for all the sins we have committed at the end of this life. It is God's deep desire to be reconciled with you. "For God so loved the world, that He gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." (John 3:16). If you desire to be truly forgiven, consider what Jesus said and sincerely accept Him as your Lord and Savior. You will be forgiven and God will begin a transforming work in your life.

Prayer of Forgiveness: Receive a New Life
The prayer of forgiveness gives us a new hope and a new beginning. All our sins are wiped away by God. "For I will be merciful to their unrighteousness, and their sins and their lawless deeds I will remember no more." (Hebrews 8:12).

If you understand that you are a sinner, and you believe that Jesus Christ came as the one and only Redeemer of sin, then you understand the prayer of forgiveness. The question is – are you ready to implement the prayer, by receiving God’s gift of His Son, Jesus Christ? If so, believe in Christ, repent of your sins, and commit the rest of your life to Him as Lord:

“Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from you. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward you. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your will for the rest of my life. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.”

"Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit." (Acts 2:38)

If you decided receive Jesus today, welcome to God's family. Now, as a way to grow closer to Him, the Bible tells us to follow up on our commitment.

• Get baptized as commanded by Christ.
• Tell someone else about your new faith in Christ.
• Spend time with God each day. It does not have to be a long period of time. Just develop the daily habit of praying to Him and reading His Word. Ask God to increase your faith and your understanding of the Bible.
• Seek fellowship with other followers of Jesus. Develop a group of believing friends to answer your questions and support you.
• Find a local church where you can worship God.

The winds of forgiveness

When someone does something to harm you, write your hurts in the sand. A parable for today.

Two friends were walking through the desert. During some point of the journey, they had an argument, and one friend slapped the other in the face. The one who got slapped was hurt, but without saying anything wrote in the sand:

Today my best friend slapped me in the face.

They kept on walking until they found an oasis, where they decided to take a bath. The one who had been slapped got stuck in the mire and started drowning—but the friend saved him.

After he recovered from the near-drowning, he wrote on a stone:

Today my best friend saved my life.

The friend who had slapped and saved his best friend asked him, "After I hurt you, you wrote in the sand and now, you write on a stone. Why?"

The other friend replied: "When someone hurts us, we should write it down in sand where winds of forgiveness can erase it away. But, when someone does something good for us, we must engrave it in stone where no wind can ever erase it.

Learn to write your hurts in the sand and to carve your benefits in stone.