Last night was our first combined meet in OCF in 2007. It was an evangelistic night. I had a busy week n I struggled with time management and trying to meet the deadlines. But my Friday nights are always blocked for God n OCF as I have done for the past 2 years. The family is forever so warm n new people are always welcomed into our mist.

For the first time, I prayed with Linda yesterday. A young sister devoted to God which really encouraged n inspired me. Somehow I noticed something different about her. Her enthusiasm for God struck me.

I was with the ecamp comm. for the most of the evening helping out for the registration. The turnout is really great and everyone is already getting excited abt Easter Camp. My heart is expectant of ecamp.

Yesterday during the altar call that was after the sermon, when the last song was playing, God brought someone into my mind in regards to salvation. Someone that he asked of me to pray for in the past 1 yr. I promised God to persevere on in prayer and faith. Something specific which God asked of me which I will not disclose but its between me n God. The promise made last night to my Father shall be honoured.

It’s a night of remembrance. It’s a night of love. It’s a night of rejoicing for the souls which are saved.

All good things come from God….

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This morning, just as I opened my eyes, the devil tried to take a foothold of me. Well, he attempted but I take pride in my Lord to announce that my Lord is my victorious armour. The devil did not even managed to touch a strand of hair on me.

Confidence Lies in my Lord.. Try as u might Mr Satan.. U will FOREVER be Under my FEET!

I dunno wats wrong.. the slideshows on my blog dun seem to be working.. argh..
For the gals' fellowship pics, I have uploaded them as a slideshow on friendster.. cos blogger is giving me too much problems..

I will try to get that sorted.. try to..

Got to rush to RAH now.. pray that my supervisor will treat me well... pray harder..

The settings of gals' fellowship at Karen, Mel n Jan's place...



Cheryl..



Joanne, Suling N Myra...



Grace N Me!



Sarah N Me!



The Little Greedy Pig

Deborah spoke about dots and stars the other day..

Dots represent our imperfections..
Stars represent what we r good at..

Dots vs Stars...

I have a friend who gives me dots all the time..
When I do well.. there r no stars..
But once I make a mistake, I get a handfull of dots..

Those dots u gave me r almost right all the time..
n I do make improvements from them..
But after that u will tell me that there r more dots here n there that I need to change..
N still no stars..

The Lord brought u to correct me in my ways..
N I recognise that because u have always been able to point out what is unseen to others..

But the Lord brought other people to give me stars..

Someday, if I get a star from you,
I will be very happy..
Because its rare..
So rare..
I never got a star from you before..

Its not the approval I wan..
Its the appreciation I need..

For you to see me as how the Lord sees me..

For those who have been praying for me, thank you so much. I have almost fully recovered now. God spoke to me today when I stepped into CRC. It was him who gave me the courage to face my problems head on. It was Him who gave me all the comfort and solace I so badly needed. It was Him who lifted me out of the pit once again. It was Him who forgave me of all my mistakes.

How many times have I broken your heart? Still you forgive...
How many times have you heard me pray? Draw near to me...

Everything I need is you from beginning till forever…

My Princess….

I Will Set You Free

I, your King, stand outside the door of your heart and knock. I see you locked up in your private place of pain, but I won’t force my way in. I will continue to wait patiently outside until you are ready to let me come in. I long to hold you in my arms, wipe away your tears, and tenderly encourage you with My love and truth. I will continue to knock even when you turn a deaf ear. I won’t stop calling to you from outside the door of your prison of pain. You do not have to answer, but I won’t give up because I love you. I know your heart’s cry is for the wholeness and healing that only I can bring. It’s not too late, my princess. Today you can unlock the door in the darkened room of your heart and let Me come in. Like warm light and a gentle breeze, I will refresh and nourish your soul.

Love,
Your King and Your Key to Freedom

Revelations 3:20
“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with me.”

Now I dun really have the time to blog but I still wan to blog. For those who do not know, I had recurring dreams from Friday till Sunday last week. I couldn’t sleep properly most of these 3 nights. I was spiritually attacked by Satan. The few nights satan planted negative thoughts in my head when I was asleep n I woke up in cold sweat most of the nights. I would suddenly open my eyes as early as 430am in the morning n I couldn’t think at all. For a moment I froze. I had several self doubts. I was depressed. I was afraid. I couldn’t focus when I was awake. I was paranoid over many things. The only thing I could focus on the last few days was when I was preparing for bible study and my devotion times and when I was praying. Those several hours were the best hours the past few days. That was when I shut myself out of this world n I listen only for the voice of God. Those hrs were the best. My heart longs for more time with God.

I confided in a few sisters about the matter and I know they prayed for me. Ivy and Mel came last night. I am so glad they came because I wanted to tell them what happened. Thank you for coming to pass me bible study material for this Friday as well as to pray with me. I really appreciate it.

I have never really had horrifying dreams that paralyse me before. Perhaps except one. There was once in 2nd semester last year. One of the mornings when I woke up, I could feel the devil sitting on me in my own room. Initially, I was so scared. I hide under my blanket. Can u imagine me hiding under my blanket? I was afraid to see satan face to face. But that was only for 5 mins then after that I thought to myself. Pris, why are u hiding? U should get up and pray. So I did. I got up n prayed in the name of Jesus n I cast the demon out of my room. I did it. I wasn’t overpowered by satan. I was empowered by God. I remembered him. I was shaken initially but that was only 5 mins. I knew I had to do something. I cannot remain in bed. I had to put up a fight with the devil. I had to claim God’s promises.

For those who are concerned, I felt very much better last night after much prayer n quiet time with God. I regained my confidence. I got everything intact again. I wouldn’t say I am perfectly ok now. But in comparison to the last few days, I am definitely stronger than before. I believe that spiritual attacks come when God is about to do something great in my life. It’s a huge threat to the devil. It’s the time of testing. Pris, r u ready for the challenge?

Next time if I am attacked by the devil again. I will stand up, put my feet to the ground and scold the devil. Yes, I will do that.

Thanks Ivy for ur prayers just now. My heart is warm with ur love.
Thanks Mel for cleansing my room in the name of Christ.
Thanks Yoshi. I love u.
Indeed its restored. Indeed it is cleansed in the blood of Jesus.

Where would I be without the cross?
Where would I be without your blood shed for me?

It finally coming to the end of this week soon n I have completed all my assignments for the week, just left with some reading materials to read.. then it will be all done.. Currently I am reading " The Confident Woman" by Joyce Meyer. Its a good book, will blog abt it when I am done reading..

I had a good week.. not too bad.. just had my physio prac today.. I had a cool group, all aussies except me, but they are all friendly n intelligent so discussion went along smoothly.. Thank God for that! Initially I was worried that I will get a crappy group cos if I really do then I will really be in big trouble cos the project is worth 30%... so I m glad it all turned out fine.. My physio tutor was excellent too, she gives very clear explainations which was pretty easy to follow. At least not another tute which was like sitting in a pressure cooker.. argh, I cant take that..

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Yesterday's dinner was one of my best meals in adelaide. We went to this Vietnamese restaurant near Port Adelaide. It was pretty far but was alright cos we drove. It was Sean's birthday, so a group of us went out for dinner.. the food was so so so nice man... The appetiser was a seafood salad, gosh it was the best I have eaten. Then followed by Quail, and cold roll... I enjoyed cold roll the most cos it was interactive n fun.. then finally was our chocolate cheesecake.. Its one of the most satisfying dinners..

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I miss fifi, nunu n yiyi... miss u guys loads.. when I saw u guys on tuesday, I felt more than happiness.. really..

yiyi, see u on sunday.. want to catch up with u soon.. hugz..

I had my first tute yesterday, my biomed tute.. It was the most stressful tute I have ever been to.. it feels like sitting on a hotpot and steaming in a pressure cooker.. N I am serious... so stressful.. as usual we had tutes in pbl style.. for those who dunno.. pbl stands for problem based learning.. just some fancy word thats being used at uni.. but anyway.. let me tell u what on earth happened..

Start of the tute.. obviously the tutor took our attendance.. but this tutor was very interesting cos each of my tutes are accessed on a weekly basis so therefore he needs to grade us each week.. so if I dun find anything constructive to say obviously he is going to mark me down.. so the tutor drew on a blank piece of paper our seating arrangement blah blah blah...

Then the tute started... then this is how he went... So who want to start the discussion? ....... silence for 2 mins.. ..... then he started asking questions.. whenever anyone gave any answer.. he would ask .. erm.. so why is it this n not that? so the whole session was basically why this why that.. u answer this .. u explain that? Thank God I know what to say when he arrowed the question at me.. Gosh! I was relieved at the end of the session...

After that I had a chat with my seniors.. n she went.. oh he is famous for being difficult but his tutes r good.. this I agreed as well..

I have another tute on thursday and friday as well.. its cracking me up.. was trying to fix it yesterday.. my physio tute.. but seriously.. there are only figures and diagrams in my lecture notes.. n my text isnt that good either... I got to fix those case studies somehow... anyway I am not the only one in a fix..

Can u believe that I am listening to audio lectures at home though I went to uni for those lectures? Goodness me.. since when I become so hardworking..

I must fix them tonight..MUST!

The whole week flew past so quick.. I was at Henley beach with OCFers yesterday.. it wasnt very sunny.. in fact it was windy n cooling at max temperature of 28 degrees but then some of us were sunburnt still... but it was fun though.. my sunburnt skin is gonna take a while to heal..... But I suppose it will be fine.. we had team games with water balloons and so on.. captain's ball... it was nice teamwork n at the same time we had loads of fun n gotten to know quite a lot of newcomers which was great! Lunch was pizza by the cooling sea.. one of the few times where we could actually relax and enjoy the sea breeze.. we also buried mossie in the sand.. which was a combined but interesting effort.. hehe... we took pictures.. waiting for samuel to get them uploaded.. imagine urself being buried in the sand.. been fed pizza n cordial actually isnt too bad right.. hehe... Anyway beach day was the highlight of the week.... Ooo.. I almost forgot I met baby Jian Kai for the first time yesterday at Aunty Merrilyn's place.. Eelaine n Raymond's baby boy.. he is sooo cute... tanned little boy.. slightly thin but he will put on weight soon.. We had meeting at Aunty Merrilyn's place as well though all of us are really super tired.. n Aunty Merrilyn had a packed schedule.. it was a good session.. alot of teaching materials n guidance. A well compacted session which is worth every minute of our time.. anyway yesterday was a fantastic day.. i got to go soon.. got to prepare for church till then...

Its the middle of week 1 now.. the heat is up again.. unfortunately.. but nevermind.. the stress is always there..

The week has been short so far cos the pracs n tutes only start next week but then there is quite some readings to do already n tutes to prepare for.. but its ok still.. just need to manage my time wisely..

I realised my attention span has become quite short lately.. i dunno y.. or was it the same as before.. I could only have full concentration for 30 mins then after that need to have a short break to do other stuff before coming back to it again.. At the rate I am going.. when can I finish my work man???

I need to prepare for friday's bs.. till then.. I hope the newbies come back...

I have been back in adelaide for almost a week now.. Landed in adelaide on tuesday, welcomed into super duper sunny adelaide.. oh well.. it has been freaking hot for the first few days then after that the temperature became more bearable.. currently hovering from 30 degrees to 35 degrees.. Its Hot! Its dry! Not all of u will understand what I m saying.. but nevermind.. But there is a phrase from Grace which I really like.. That is.." We steam in singapore n we bake here" .. Its so hot that we can fry an egg on our head.. hey .. no kidding!

I have settled very much everything now.. tmr uni is starting again.. its a brand new year.. a brand new semester.. a brand new start.. Gotta pray pray pray that everything goes well...

This semester is gonna be busy again.. its time to get everything running again.. from my uni work to my homecooked meals.. to laundry.. ocf.. church.. friends.. and everything else..

I have been helping at ocf booth since I came back.. great to know so many new friends and to be able to bring them into the knowledge of God..

The welcome night on friday was a huge success.. great turn out..
Its the first time I literally see crowds of people waiting for ocfers to pick them up from coles to head for ocf.. I was a little overwhelmed but very happy still.. Glad to see Nesta, David and Rachel serving as well.. everyone is doing their part for God..

Today we had our first meeting over at Ivy's place.. First time I prayed with Danny.. Its my honour n joy to be able to work with such a humble n knowledgeable leader this year.. Really looking forward to learning n moulding each other with the word of God...

Just want to share a verse which Danny shared with me today..

It speaks of Paul's Labor for the church...

Colossians 1:28

We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.

I havent blogged in a while.. Not because I dun have anything to say or no updates for anyone.. but rather.. life has gotten too interesting.. what has the new year installed for me?

I am not sure.. what I can say is I have got to stay focused.. on God and on my studies.. N also my promise to God which I will discipline myself to fulfill that.. If u wan to know what God has asked of me, u can ask me.. very very few people know... I wan to share but only to the interested people..

Last year, I was full of ups n downs.. when I was up, I was really very happy.. but when I was down, I was down in the slumps.. I can just shut everyone out n only let God in.. But I praise God for those periods of dryness because through those times, God has made me tougher than before.. more reliant to him than before.. but more importantly.. though I shut humans out.. I still opened my heart to God..

Thats the greatest thanksgiving point back to God..

All in all, I can say that I have gained alot last yr.. relationships.. love.. friends.. trust.. maturity..
Thank God those periods of unhappiness were swiftly removed by u... U removed the pain n retained the joy...

Today its the first day of Chinese New Year...

Just want to do a brief summary of what I have done the past 2 months then I will be back to adelaide to begin my new semester..

Dec:

- was a month when I was struck down n then lifted up to a greater height by God. It was a
month where I was stretched by God n my faith was tested n moulded.. Its u who made
everything beautiful and bearable..
- Ian's singapore trip for 3 days.. n how we waited at Moses' house for him..haha.. funny..can u
believe that we thought he was lost.. haha.. long story..
- was in chiangmai for 8 days.. the most memorable part of my life last year..
- Samuel's trip to Singapore.. of course I enjoyed that too though he touched down the same day
as me after my chiangmai trip..
- Met up with Richard n Slyvy
- Time spent with Tracy n Xuanhua.. caught up alot.. the chats really made me happy..
- Church sessions were very meaningful to me too.. I will miss that.. but I miss my Edge church..
I miss my connect grp.. miss deb..

Jan

- Spent time with family..
- Read alot of books ( Relationships, health.. Bible )
- Spent moments of quietness with God especially at night..
- Received a few tests from God.. I almost failed the last one.. but in the end I didnt cos God
kept me close to him.. Praise God for his mercy..
- Yoshi's trip to Singapore.. the time spent with aDDielle, Paul, Moses, Kazu.. Been to so many
places with them.. now everywhere has memories of them.. love u all..
- Sally n her sister's stopover in singapore.. though short but I was very happy cos so long never
see Sally..
- IDP talks.. successful.. Knowing some people for the first time n rendering help to them brings
me a lot of joy..
- Visits to Church of Singapore and St John's Chapel..
- First time visit to Fillipino service.. its so cool man..hehe.. seeing people gathering together n
Praising God.. n especially the young ones who have the opportunity to serve God..

Feb:

- Busy buying stuff cos going back soon..
- went for seminars n short trips..
- Bought my billigual bible.. my most precious..hehe
- Aaron's stopover in Singapore..
- CNY

Top 5 places I have been hitting the last 2 months:

1. BUGIS
2. ESPLANADE
3. ORCHARD
4. CCK
5. VIVOCITY

Dun ask y.. those who knows will understand...hehe...

I need to start packing.. pack.. pack.. pack.. flying of tmr evening...

Been in Singapore for too long.. I wan to go back to my sunny adelaide...

Till then...

The answer I received from God isnt No..

God is right about me. Now, that shouldnt be my focus.

I wan to build up my relationship with God. I know he can bring me to greater heights.

Over the years especially the last 2 yrs. I love n trust him with my life, with everything I have.

From a few days ago, I realised that God was saying that I have placed him second in my heart. Someone else took his position or rather there are 2 people in the first position.

I know what he wants. I know his desire.

I have restored God's position in my life. There is noone who can hold my love, noone except God.

He allowed me to meditate on this song.. the words was his message to me..

Lord, I give u my heart, all the days of my life, have ur way in me..

There are alot of updates.. But I have a problem finding the starting point..

Done too much over the last 2 weeks..

I need to find a point of rest first..

Time really flies..

In 2 weeks time, I will be back in adelaide..

I want to treasure my time at home even more..

I have been wanting to update my blog for many days now.. but I never did get down to anything..

3 days ago, I felt sick.. it started with sore throat on Tuesday.. then Tuesday night came the block nose.. I had problems breathing the whole night.. didnt sleep much.. Wednesday.. I was down with flu n sore throat.. like I told my close friends.. I am Fisherman's best friend.. I finished a total of 3 packets in 3 days.. I think I have never eaten that many in my entire life..
But frankly, I m not getting any better.. havent felt that sick in many years..

Now all other symptoms r coming.. Coping with recurring headache, fever, coughing badly too.. nose still blocked though I took medicine.. so stuffed up.. Its unpleasant.. especially after so many days n getting worse by the day.. its not funny anymore..

I just need some rest now..

Will update again when I get better..

Pray for me ok?

5 mins ago, I was reading an email sent by my OCF centre. My heart is stirred by the stories I have read. In my life, I have not just read or heard stories about missionaries and their work but I have witness with my own eyes of the hand of God blessing their work.

My trip to chiangmai I will never forget. The sacrificial love of our very own missionary, the vision bestowed to her by God, her passionate heart, her humble personality. Every little attribute of her is worth to be my example.

I know that will not be my only mission trip.. I know there will be more to come.. Its the beginning.. Every mission trip is a step of faith..

I believe when God has impressed something in ur heart. Its not something that u urself can remove, nor circumstances can hinder. I have been there and experienced that.. Its in his perfect plan nicely crafted out for u.. His beloved Child...

I am priviledged to call him my Abba Father..

I am priviledged to know that a chinese national, previously studying in Tasmania is now serving as a trainee leader in one of the HC fellowships. The discipleship/foundation he received in Australia definately contributed to his walk with God here in BJ.

I am blessed to know the work going on in Tibeten Christians.

I am blessed to know leaders are being trained all over the world.

Friends, I just marvel at the HAND OF GOD in ALL our lives. You dont know where and how the God of Wonders is going to use the work of our hands in OCF and the ripple effect.Just an encouragement to all of you that your labours are not in vain. Gods plans and purposeswill be seen.

My favourite pianist and singer Jim Brickman...

I first felt in love with his songs when I was 17. On one of the days, after college, I came across his songs when I passed by one of the music shops. His voice n his music really captured my attention.. until today those songs are still my favourite..

Check this out..

the love i found in you

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGKNCsBwkgY&mode=related&search=

Valentine by Jim Brickman

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPOt25HfwUw

beautiful-Jim Brickman

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4iIA19n5Ok

Piano Recital Jim Brickman Lake Erie Rainfall

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRTXg_7p3Hk

jim brickman piano freedom

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXDOKSIEEoU&mode=related&search=

Rocket to the Moon

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oy2w1SJpCc4&mode=related&search=

My wish this valentine is to obtain his latest album..

Album Title: Jim Brickman Valentine released 8th Jan 2007

Jim Brickman's special, limited-edition CD VALENTINE available only at Borders.

Tracklist:

1) Valentine (Instrumental Version – Never Before Released)

2) To Hear You Say You Love Me – featuring Jake Simpson (previously only available @ iTunes)

3) Escape – (title track from the CD: ESCAPE)

4) Sundown – (unreleased instrumental from the ESCAPE studio sessions)

5) Reflection - (unreleased instrumental from the ESCAPE studio sessions)

6) You – (featuring Tara Mclean – never before released in the U.S.)

7) Open - (unreleased track from the ESCAPE studio sessions)

8) Brazilian Sunset - (new instrumental from the ESCAPE studio sessions)

9) Sacred Moments – (new instrumental)

10) Love of My Life – (original song demo – featuring Tom Douglas Vocal)

Click on this link to listen to his songs for free.. Latest Album!!!

http://www.brickmanmedia.com/jim/borders/

My friend just asked me if I was interested to watch "Multiple Personalities Disorder Hossan Leong's New Psycho Stand-Up Comedy!"

I am interested of course! I have always liked stage plays, musicals n orchestra performances just that its hard to find a friend who appreciates such stuff but my interest still remains.

One of my JC gal friends once commented that it will take ages to find a person who appreciates such art..

A preview of whats coming up...

Synopsis

Hossan Leong is the uncivil servant in charge of the newest Ministry department, set up to lure foreign talent to our fair shores. Going for glamour, he tries his best to convince International Personalities to come set up home in Singapore!When his time runs out and he has nothing to show for, he turns Absolutely Schizo! Hossan starts to morph into some of the entertainment scene's most popular icons!One moment he's a down and out Barry Moneylow auditioning for the National Day Parade. Next, he's Whitney Whoseturn lamenting her marriage woes as she waits in line at immigration. Blink, and he's Kenny Rogered Chicken, waxing lyrical about country music and Hainanese chicken. Poof! It's Hossan as Prints! The artist formerly known as a symbol, trying out a new career in graphics for Singapore¿s many campaigns!Hossan Leong, the funniest "split" personality in Singapore, takes stand-up comedy to riotous new heights. It's New! ... and definitely INSANE! Hossan Leong is the uncivil servant in charge of the newest Ministry department, set up to lure foreign talent to our fair shores. Going for glamour, he tries his best to convince International Personalities to come set up home in Singapore!
When his time runs out and he has nothing to show for, he turns Absolutely Schizo! Hossan starts to morph into some of the entertainment scene's most popular icons!
One moment he's a down and out Barry Moneylow auditioning for the National Day Parade. Next, he's Whitney Whoseturn lamenting her marriage woes as she waits in line at immigration. Blink, and he's Kenny Rogered Chicken, waxing lyrical about country music and Hainanese chicken. Poof! It's Hossan as Prints! The artist formerly known as a symbol, trying out a new career in graphics for Singapore¿s many campaigns!
Hossan Leong, the funniest "split" personality in Singapore, takes stand-up comedy to riotous new heights. It's New! ... and definitely INSANE!

Another cool stuff coming up, is the performance of Singaporean acapella group BUDAK PANTAI (which means 'beach boys' in malay). They perform ONCE a month at YMCA rooftop. Not only could they sing, they have good rapport with audience and are very entertaining.

Anyone interested, please let me know.

7.30pm
at BlueMoo Cafe (roof top of YMCA)
on Friday, 9 Feb!

Good music, never-tasted-before food (literally) and good company!

Let me know early, seats must be reserved.

I am quite tired today. Been reading and talking to some friends this afternoon. Today suddenly one of my friends from Sydney asked me to go East Coast next week. I haven’t been there for a long long time. I actually like the beach but its rather inconvenient to go but this time my friend asked me to go. I also wan to catch up with him, haven’t seen him for a few months now. Gonna go n makan roti john then go East coast…

I went for dinner with an old friend today. We had Jap food.. I think I ate too much.. my stomach is bursting..

One of our friends is getting married.. this friend is much older than us. Not surprising that he is getting married.. just that he only know his bride for 3 mths n they r already rushing into marriage..

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Dunno why.. I feel like visiting Sentosa these days but none of my friends seem to want to go..

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Today I realised that my decision in 2004 is right. It has proven to be right.. I once thought I made a wrong decision. It was tough at the beginning, difficult to move on.. but now not only I have moved on, I have been happier since then..

There is no need to speculate what the decision was about or related to who... just know that its a good decision.. thats good enough..hehe..