Sorry for not posting up a new Devotional. Anyway, i'm back in Kuching for the Destiny Conference. That's why i didn't update as i was busy with packing.
Well, let's stop dilly-dalying , today's devotional is based on Psalms 19:1-6
Psalm 19 For the director of music. A psalm of David. 1 The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.
2 Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they display knowledge.
3 There is no speech or language where their voice is not heard. [a]
4 Their voice [b] goes out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world. In the heavens he has pitched a tent for the sun,
5 which is like a bridegroom coming forth from his pavilion, like a champion rejoicing to run his course.
6 It rises at one end of the heavens and makes its circuit to the other; nothing is hidden from its heat.
This scripture it talking about the creations of God giving back their beauty, all glory and honour back to God, Jesus Christ! In my devotional book, it says Albert Einstein was asked one day whether he believed in God. He said we are like a child in a library filled with books. Someone must have written those books. Though he didn't believe in Jesus Christ he understood the awesomeness of God's creation and is blessed by discovering some of life's theories and examples. But i dare say, you and I are smarter than Albert Einstein for believing in Jesus. Haha. The Psalmist wrote in such a way that all creations should point back to their creator as in John 1:3 said that all things were made through Christ, and without him nothing was made that was made.
Application: I think i can sum this into a question. As we are created by God, are we pointing to the one that created us? Truly in this time, we have to be Salt and Light to the world (hello vcf).
Prayer: Lord Jesus, i thank you for creating me, the one that you dearly love and you made me perfectly the way i am. I pray that o Lord that you help me to be a creation that always point back to you, my creator. In Jesus name i pray, Amen.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Daily Devos #3
I think today's chapter encourages us as a whole. Not so much of a new revelation but rather seeing the wonderful and perfect plan of God through the life of Paul. Today's Chapter is taken from Philipians 1:8-18 which speaks about Paul's imprisonment. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?book_id=57&version=49 S for scripture: Well, the whole thing speaks to me! Observation: Basically, the verse is speaking about Paul's insight towards his imprisonment. Because of God's hands upon Paul's life even his imprisonment encourages others to spread the gospel. His love for God which took him to the extreme; willing to sacrifice even his life for God become a living testimony. I'm really honoured to be able to learnt from such a man of God from this bible, many truths and teachings in churches today are because of him. Because of him he pioneered the move among the gentiles(non-jews). Most probably, without him we might not have been christians. Sometimes it makes me wonder, other than Jesus of course, to have such impact on the world for God? I think to Paul during his time, his actions of preaching the gospel wasn't sucha an international big hoo-haa but it had made a "domino" impact for Christ Jesus. Not only that, he was still an encouragement to the world even in prison! Such passion is recommendable but i donno about myself to be willing to die a matyr's death yet. IN every way, alive or dead, free or imprisoned, Paul was really a testimony for God. Even so, it should be our desire to be the same way like Paul to spread the gospel and encourage people around us. Although it may be small actions of faith, the impact will come by the grace of God, even if it takes time. :) Application: Well, it just strengthens and encourages me to go all out for God. I'm learning every day to be more like him. Prayer: Lord Jesus, i pray lord that you strengthen me and keep me faitfhful to you always for the rest of my life. Help me to make those little steps of faith for you Lord, so that it will glorify your name and extend your kingdom. Though i may not understand what you want me to do now, or what is going around me, or why i go through trials, Lord, help me to know always that it is for your purpose and plan. Thank you Jesus. Amen.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Destiny Conference!
Destiny Conference would be coming this week! It's not too late for join though. Sorry for not adverstising it earlier. It is organised by my church, Emmanuel Baptist Church and we are having international speakers leh! Kuching college students and young adults should seize this opportunity ! Here's the details. [copy & paste] from destinyconference.blogspot.com
Destiny Conference is organized the first the Young Adult and College Student Conference in Kuching at Borneo Convention Centre at Isthmus Kuching. ( For more info about the venue : http://www.bcck.com.my )
The conference exists to glorify God - encourage young people to be passionate for God and lived for His purpose. With the conference, we want to encourage the young people to rise up in the colleges and be effective in the marketplace.
Date : Aug 21/22, 2009
Venue: Borneo Convention Centre
Speakers Profiles!
Pastor Kevin Loo is the Founder and Senior Pastor of City Harvest Church, Malaysia. His God-given vision to pioneer and build a strong local church has led to the birth of City Harvest Church in Kuala Lumpur (a branch of City Harvest Church, Singapore) in 2001 with just 20 people to begin with. Within a short span of 7 years, the church has since grown to an average attendance of 1400 people. It is Kevin’s heartfelt desire to see Christians reach their fullest potential in God. His inspiring and uncompromising preaching has touched and transformed many lives not just in Malaysia but in many other countries as well. Kevin has 15 years of experience in leadership and ministry. For further information about him at City Harvest Church.
Pastor Andrew Yeo serves as one of the pastors at The City Church in Singapore. An experienced youth speaker and worship leader, Andrew shares his life story, and preaches in many churches, youth camps. He has led thousands in worship in stadiums and in major conferences in Singapore as well as in various parts of Asia. A gifted songwriter, Andrew has written songs both in English and Mandarin, and many of his songs have been translated into different languages and have impacted audiences in the Far East. He is now signed under Integrity Music Asia. Andrew is happily married to Lynette and it is their desire to see young people being transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit, and fulfilling their God-given purpose in their lives. Find out more information about him at www.andrewyeoonline.com
Generation Band from Singapore: Living by the core Generation mandate, "to transform indifferent young people into passionate lovers of God", the Generation Band is passionate and anointed. They are fully embracing the opportunity to help move young people from despair to hope, and from words to actions by bringing God's love and reality through worship. They travel internationally, bringing God's breakthrough-anointing to conferences and churches all over Singapore as well as various parts of Asia. Dedicated to the cause of Christ, it is their desire to see nations being impacted by the power of God. The Generation Band has just released their latest album entitled “LoveSong” under Integrity Music Asia.
Dr Shan Ong is a Consultant Pediatrician, specializing in Child Development (mainly in Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia) in Sydney . Together with his wife, Elizabeth, they have been actively supporting mission organizations and child-sponsorship programmes. 3 years ago, God placed a burden on their hearts to offer Dr. Shan’s medical skills (and not just charitable giving) to the poor living in developing countries, and to share with them God's Word. Since then, they have ministered in Vanuatu, Kalimantan and Bangalore. Their vision is to see Christians rise up to serve God with compassion. Dr. Shan, Elizabeth and their children worship at the vibrant Hillsongs Church City Campus Sydney.
Last, but not least, Our very own Uncle Kester!!
Kester Tay is the leader of the young people in Emmanuel Baptist Church. His passion is to see young people rise up in the marketplace for God through mentoring. His God's given heart desire is to motivate young people ministries to flourish in every church in the region.
Conference Fee Fee : RM45 ( Inclusive of lunch and tea break) , For those who wanna attend the morning sessions. Night sessions/night rallies are free Early bird offer : RM40 ( Register before July 26) :( obviously it is too late. haha
Our Contact CONTACTS Any inquiries please contact us through:
Email:destinyconference@gmail.com Contact Number: 010-9672949
Destiny Conference is organized the first the Young Adult and College Student Conference in Kuching at Borneo Convention Centre at Isthmus Kuching. ( For more info about the venue : http://www.bcck.com.my )
The conference exists to glorify God - encourage young people to be passionate for God and lived for His purpose. With the conference, we want to encourage the young people to rise up in the colleges and be effective in the marketplace.
Date : Aug 21/22, 2009
Venue: Borneo Convention Centre
Speakers Profiles!
Pastor Kevin Loo is the Founder and Senior Pastor of City Harvest Church, Malaysia. His God-given vision to pioneer and build a strong local church has led to the birth of City Harvest Church in Kuala Lumpur (a branch of City Harvest Church, Singapore) in 2001 with just 20 people to begin with. Within a short span of 7 years, the church has since grown to an average attendance of 1400 people. It is Kevin’s heartfelt desire to see Christians reach their fullest potential in God. His inspiring and uncompromising preaching has touched and transformed many lives not just in Malaysia but in many other countries as well. Kevin has 15 years of experience in leadership and ministry. For further information about him at City Harvest Church. Pastor Andrew Yeo serves as one of the pastors at The City Church in Singapore. An experienced youth speaker and worship leader, Andrew shares his life story, and preaches in many churches, youth camps. He has led thousands in worship in stadiums and in major conferences in Singapore as well as in various parts of Asia. A gifted songwriter, Andrew has written songs both in English and Mandarin, and many of his songs have been translated into different languages and have impacted audiences in the Far East. He is now signed under Integrity Music Asia. Andrew is happily married to Lynette and it is their desire to see young people being transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit, and fulfilling their God-given purpose in their lives. Find out more information about him at www.andrewyeoonline.com Generation Band from Singapore: Living by the core Generation mandate, "to transform indifferent young people into passionate lovers of God", the Generation Band is passionate and anointed. They are fully embracing the opportunity to help move young people from despair to hope, and from words to actions by bringing God's love and reality through worship. They travel internationally, bringing God's breakthrough-anointing to conferences and churches all over Singapore as well as various parts of Asia. Dedicated to the cause of Christ, it is their desire to see nations being impacted by the power of God. The Generation Band has just released their latest album entitled “LoveSong” under Integrity Music Asia. Dr Shan Ong is a Consultant Pediatrician, specializing in Child Development (mainly in Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia) in Sydney . Together with his wife, Elizabeth, they have been actively supporting mission organizations and child-sponsorship programmes. 3 years ago, God placed a burden on their hearts to offer Dr. Shan’s medical skills (and not just charitable giving) to the poor living in developing countries, and to share with them God's Word. Since then, they have ministered in Vanuatu, Kalimantan and Bangalore. Their vision is to see Christians rise up to serve God with compassion. Dr. Shan, Elizabeth and their children worship at the vibrant Hillsongs Church City Campus Sydney. Last, but not least, Our very own Uncle Kester!!
Kester Tay is the leader of the young people in Emmanuel Baptist Church. His passion is to see young people rise up in the marketplace for God through mentoring. His God's given heart desire is to motivate young people ministries to flourish in every church in the region. Conference Fee Fee : RM45 ( Inclusive of lunch and tea break) , For those who wanna attend the morning sessions. Night sessions/night rallies are free Early bird offer : RM40 ( Register before July 26) :( obviously it is too late. haha
Our Contact CONTACTS Any inquiries please contact us through:
Email:destinyconference@gmail.com Contact Number: 010-9672949
Daily Devos #2
The Chapter of the day: Genesis 40:1-14, 23 Genesis 40:1-23 (New International Version - UK)
http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis%2040:1-23&version=64;
I think this is a very interesting passage about Joseph, Cupbearer, and the Baker. A common story but something just stood out.
Scripture: The verse that just pops to me in this simple chapter was verse 14 and 15.
14 But when all goes well with you, remember me and show me kindness; mention me to Pharaoh and get me out of this prison. 15 For I was forcibly carried off from the land of the Hebrews, and even here I have done nothing to deserve being put in a dungeon.
Observation: I think this verse really speaks about "seizing the opportune time" and knowing God's season. You see,as most of us know about the story about Joseph, he knew his God's given destiny since he was pretty young. Imagine the time and tribulations he faced. Sold by his own brothers, accused by Pothiphar's wife, locked in the dungeon . I would never know how it was like to be in his shoes. Furthermore, if i were in his shoes, most probably i would have given up on my God given destiny. Imagine getting kicked out from a considerably rich family and being the least of the least in the social rank; a prisoner? From young , Joseph was treated badly and like an irritating dirty rag. I'm amazed at his constant zeal and love from God even when he was "abuse" from the start. I bet he never blamed God buthe remained focus on the goal. Would a prisoner ever dream to be a ruler one day? Imagine all the odds pointing towards him? Really such patience and zeal.
Now this brings me to the next part, the seizing of opportunity. I could see how Joseph was "smart" in that situation. It may seem that he is begging but i think he was "smart"(i can't rmb the proper term) . He never forget about God's given destiny and seized that golden opportunity. If he had forgotten all about God, i bet he'll just be mopping to himself and not interpret those dreams which could have helped himself(and by God). Personally, i feel that sometimes we as God's children need to act before we receive the blessings and His plan. How can God bless you if you don't study? How can God bless you financially if you're lazy? Though God can miracously send a blessing straight from heaven, i think God prefers to shaped us to be perfect man and woman of God by putting these challenges for us. So far i have not read anything about and Man and Woman of God that had not faced trials before they peaked "in their career" . Just like Joseph, he knew his destiny so he seized that opportunity. Although the cupbearer forgotten about him, after two years, Joseph was freed because the cupbearer mentioned him to Pharoah (40:15). Hence, dont' despise small beginnings , actions of faith , and seizing the opportune time from God. I like what this author said : Patience meand awaiting God's time without doubting God's love. That is clearly what Joseph did.
Application: Overall, it is important to know and discern God's given plan and season of time. Joseph could have missed the mark if he didn't! Not only that, it is important to learn to be patient even things don't come your way . Learn to wait on God . You may not know it now but who knows? Great future awaits you! Note to self: Be more patient!
Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you for showing this example about Joseph who is patient man. Help us to be focused on your will , vision and plan so that we will know to open the right doors and discern your directions. Helped me to wait on You and know that you have a great plan for my life and not to complain and grumble when things don't seem to come my way. Indeed , you're a great God and you will always make the way for me. Amen!
http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis%2040:1-23&version=64;
I think this is a very interesting passage about Joseph, Cupbearer, and the Baker. A common story but something just stood out.
Scripture: The verse that just pops to me in this simple chapter was verse 14 and 15.
14 But when all goes well with you, remember me and show me kindness; mention me to Pharaoh and get me out of this prison. 15 For I was forcibly carried off from the land of the Hebrews, and even here I have done nothing to deserve being put in a dungeon.
Observation: I think this verse really speaks about "seizing the opportune time" and knowing God's season. You see,as most of us know about the story about Joseph, he knew his God's given destiny since he was pretty young. Imagine the time and tribulations he faced. Sold by his own brothers, accused by Pothiphar's wife, locked in the dungeon . I would never know how it was like to be in his shoes. Furthermore, if i were in his shoes, most probably i would have given up on my God given destiny. Imagine getting kicked out from a considerably rich family and being the least of the least in the social rank; a prisoner? From young , Joseph was treated badly and like an irritating dirty rag. I'm amazed at his constant zeal and love from God even when he was "abuse" from the start. I bet he never blamed God buthe remained focus on the goal. Would a prisoner ever dream to be a ruler one day? Imagine all the odds pointing towards him? Really such patience and zeal.
Now this brings me to the next part, the seizing of opportunity. I could see how Joseph was "smart" in that situation. It may seem that he is begging but i think he was "smart"(i can't rmb the proper term) . He never forget about God's given destiny and seized that golden opportunity. If he had forgotten all about God, i bet he'll just be mopping to himself and not interpret those dreams which could have helped himself(and by God). Personally, i feel that sometimes we as God's children need to act before we receive the blessings and His plan. How can God bless you if you don't study? How can God bless you financially if you're lazy? Though God can miracously send a blessing straight from heaven, i think God prefers to shaped us to be perfect man and woman of God by putting these challenges for us. So far i have not read anything about and Man and Woman of God that had not faced trials before they peaked "in their career" . Just like Joseph, he knew his destiny so he seized that opportunity. Although the cupbearer forgotten about him, after two years, Joseph was freed because the cupbearer mentioned him to Pharoah (40:15). Hence, dont' despise small beginnings , actions of faith , and seizing the opportune time from God. I like what this author said : Patience meand awaiting God's time without doubting God's love. That is clearly what Joseph did.
Application: Overall, it is important to know and discern God's given plan and season of time. Joseph could have missed the mark if he didn't! Not only that, it is important to learn to be patient even things don't come your way . Learn to wait on God . You may not know it now but who knows? Great future awaits you! Note to self: Be more patient!
Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you for showing this example about Joseph who is patient man. Help us to be focused on your will , vision and plan so that we will know to open the right doors and discern your directions. Helped me to wait on You and know that you have a great plan for my life and not to complain and grumble when things don't seem to come my way. Indeed , you're a great God and you will always make the way for me. Amen!
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Daily Devos
I feel like starting an online journal for my daily devotional time with God. What better way to store your "life bytes" than on an internet. I hope the message from God inspires and encourage you as well. I'm following the " Our daily Bread" devotional book.
Hmmm. Let's see what's in store.
Scripture of the day : Philippians 3:12-21 12Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. 13Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, 14I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. 15All of us who are mature should take such a view of things. And if on some point you think differently, that too God will make clear to you. 16Only let us live up to what we have already attained. 17Join with others in following my example, brothers, and take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you. 18For, as I have often told you before and now say again even with tears, many live as enemies of the cross of Christ. 19Their destiny is destruction, their god is their stomach, and their glory is in their shame. Their mind is on earthly things. 20But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body.
I always use the SOAP method when reading the bible.
S is for scripture: The scripture that spoke to me was the first verse, which is Phillipians 3:12. O is for observation: Based on that verse, somehow it rings a bell deep in my heart. "God doesn't calls the qualified, he qualifies the called" (often seen on Wilson's pm) basically wraps up the whole meaning of that verse. It's really not about how much you have, how good you are, how perfect is your will, and etc but when God calls you and you press onwards to him is what makes the difference. If God only calls the qualified, even the best preacher, priest or pope won't even be under God's will . He's interested in those who will sacrifice,have a heart for him, and pressing onwards to the goal. The verse continues on till verse 21 which can be best describe as a "race" . Whenever people think of the word "race" it's always the 100 m sprint whereby the fastest runners in the world competes for the title. However, a christian life isn't a 100 m sprint but rather a marathon. I myself think marathons are boring and i bet none of us even bother remembering the marathon race winners. Did you know that Bruce Fordyce won 9 times of the world's longest marathon in between 1981-1990 straight. Really a big wow! I think i can understand why our lives should be a marathon. It is because you need endurance and strength to complete the race. As christians, it's not so much about how fast you get to the other end but rather actually finishing the process. I don't think i ever will competet in a marathon but i know a marathon that i have to complete is this Christian life. Marathons has temptations just like what we face. Imagine all the thoughts that can come into one's mind while running. " You're too slow, you will never make it, Might as well just give up and rest in your bed, Hey that's the water station ! Go and take a rest!" All the thoughts will definitely come into your mind while you are running for hours and hours. I don't think in a 100 m race you will face those thoughts. Hence, in a Christian marathon race, we do face temptations and it is very easy to give up along the way but apostle Paul encourages to press on forward and see the goal and prize at the end. I like what Pastor Joyce Meyer asked during one of her videos. She asked " Are you willing to sacrifice 1 years of your life to reap 5 years of freedom?" How true isn't it? If we give up during the marathons, we will only feel the guilts and regrets in years to come. It is better to sacrifice the things that are witholding you from running the marathon and reap the freedom at the end. A is for Application: Overall, the main application is my life is to make sure i'm running the right track and to stick to God. How easy is for us to take shortcuts and deviate from the main track during the race. I have to rely on God and make sure i'm focus on teh goal and prize from HIM and not be discourage or tempted along the way. I must learn to see the bigger vision. P is for prayer: Lors Jesus, i thank you that God you're indeed a good God that qualifies the called. I pray that you enlarge my vision and keep me focused on you. I pray that you give me strength and focus to complete this life's marathon well and not fall into temptations along the way. Thank you God. Amen Hmmmm P/s: Isn't it strange that the bible mention about race/marathons? I wonder whether there was any major running events thousand of years ago? haha.
Hmmm. Let's see what's in store.
Scripture of the day : Philippians 3:12-21 12Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. 13Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, 14I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. 15All of us who are mature should take such a view of things. And if on some point you think differently, that too God will make clear to you. 16Only let us live up to what we have already attained. 17Join with others in following my example, brothers, and take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you. 18For, as I have often told you before and now say again even with tears, many live as enemies of the cross of Christ. 19Their destiny is destruction, their god is their stomach, and their glory is in their shame. Their mind is on earthly things. 20But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body.
I always use the SOAP method when reading the bible.
S is for scripture: The scripture that spoke to me was the first verse, which is Phillipians 3:12. O is for observation: Based on that verse, somehow it rings a bell deep in my heart. "God doesn't calls the qualified, he qualifies the called" (often seen on Wilson's pm) basically wraps up the whole meaning of that verse. It's really not about how much you have, how good you are, how perfect is your will, and etc but when God calls you and you press onwards to him is what makes the difference. If God only calls the qualified, even the best preacher, priest or pope won't even be under God's will . He's interested in those who will sacrifice,have a heart for him, and pressing onwards to the goal. The verse continues on till verse 21 which can be best describe as a "race" . Whenever people think of the word "race" it's always the 100 m sprint whereby the fastest runners in the world competes for the title. However, a christian life isn't a 100 m sprint but rather a marathon. I myself think marathons are boring and i bet none of us even bother remembering the marathon race winners. Did you know that Bruce Fordyce won 9 times of the world's longest marathon in between 1981-1990 straight. Really a big wow! I think i can understand why our lives should be a marathon. It is because you need endurance and strength to complete the race. As christians, it's not so much about how fast you get to the other end but rather actually finishing the process. I don't think i ever will competet in a marathon but i know a marathon that i have to complete is this Christian life. Marathons has temptations just like what we face. Imagine all the thoughts that can come into one's mind while running. " You're too slow, you will never make it, Might as well just give up and rest in your bed, Hey that's the water station ! Go and take a rest!" All the thoughts will definitely come into your mind while you are running for hours and hours. I don't think in a 100 m race you will face those thoughts. Hence, in a Christian marathon race, we do face temptations and it is very easy to give up along the way but apostle Paul encourages to press on forward and see the goal and prize at the end. I like what Pastor Joyce Meyer asked during one of her videos. She asked " Are you willing to sacrifice 1 years of your life to reap 5 years of freedom?" How true isn't it? If we give up during the marathons, we will only feel the guilts and regrets in years to come. It is better to sacrifice the things that are witholding you from running the marathon and reap the freedom at the end. A is for Application: Overall, the main application is my life is to make sure i'm running the right track and to stick to God. How easy is for us to take shortcuts and deviate from the main track during the race. I have to rely on God and make sure i'm focus on teh goal and prize from HIM and not be discourage or tempted along the way. I must learn to see the bigger vision. P is for prayer: Lors Jesus, i thank you that God you're indeed a good God that qualifies the called. I pray that you enlarge my vision and keep me focused on you. I pray that you give me strength and focus to complete this life's marathon well and not fall into temptations along the way. Thank you God. Amen Hmmmm P/s: Isn't it strange that the bible mention about race/marathons? I wonder whether there was any major running events thousand of years ago? haha.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Updates Galore!!!
So yeah, nothing much has been happening in my "oh boring semester" till this week. Firstly, my friends and I celebrated Melvin's Birthday. I think this is the first birthday i planned together with the others, mainly, Brenda, Seraphina and Debbie (and abit of Kip Loong) . It went well and it was so fun. Here's the account of the surprise party from the point of my view.
Past Ten O'Clock,Friday night,August 7th 2009 We came back from the mee stall and we suddenly thought about Melvin's Birthday. With all our minds put together , we put forth a brilliant masterpiece of ideas on what to buy and etc. But one idea prevailed! It was to sabo Melvin!
Definition of sabo according to me: Sabo, short form of sabotage. In this case we were to sabotage him by playing a prank!
We really wanted to throw a cake so badly. Suddenly , it inspired a cake involving expired mee sua, lots of whipped cream and the ever sticky cake. Modus Operandi succeeded!
2pm, Bintang Mall, August 11th 2009
We bought the main pressies which are the maroonish brown fedora, fantastical board shorts, and the phone cover which i was to blinged with the M. That very night, i finished bling-ing the phone. I must say it's not a bad job for a first-timer for me. It was done freestyle ok? i must show the picture later. hehe.
Thursday Morning-ish, Campus, August 13th 2009
We had to make a sudden change of plans as most of our friends couldn't make it on friday as they are busy with meetings. Hence, we decided to pull the prank at midnight. First thing first, The cake! Thanks to Brenda and her awesome metal steed Kenari, we went to Southern and GK to buy the magic candles and whipped cream. Onwards , we bought both the real blackforest and the to-be-set-up-as-a-fake green pandan sponge cake from Hot Cross Buns. I so "heart" their cake boxes. At 7 pm, We took 1 hour and 30 minutes to finish making the sabo-cake. Firstly, set the pandan sponge cake at the center and stuff it with expired mee sua.
Add some egg to make it stickier!
Next, Spray generous amount of whipped cream and spread it as smoothly as you can!
I know it looks gross. But trust me, in the end it looks really good. And oh yah, make sure you NEVER EVER buy low fat whipped cream, u need the fat to prevent it from melting too fast (like ours :( ). Get the bood baking whipped cream with sugar in it for good measure.
Next, prepare expired peaches and slice it into equal strips.
Then, arrange it neatly to form a pretty circular shape. Glaze it with the remaming peach syrup in the tin but firstly reduced over fire till it is more viscous. 
Crush some biscuits(we used chipsmore), and pat it around the sides of the cake. 
Then, do the side decors!!Be Creative! 
Our final product with the real cake. Not too bad aye? MOST ppl THOUGHT IT WAS FROM THE BAKERY! High five to us. Not bad for a first try using expired goods. haha.
After that, we left for lakeside apartment at around 11.15 pm using Brenda's, Dhimas's, and Amalina's cars coz of the large number of friends going to surprise him. The plan: 1.Called Darrold to come down. Made sure Jacky(melvin's roommate and friend)prevents Melvin from coming out. 2. All the friends and classmates gathers at the ground floor ( Melvin stays at the top floor) 3. All went upstairs. Brenda holds fake cake. Called Jacky out at 12 midnight. 4. Went through the hallways. Closed the corridor lights. Jacky re-enters room and switch off lights. Melvin surprised!
EUREKA!!!!The Plan worked like a charm. Melvin was too happy that he cried shout for joy! We sang the b'day song and brought him to the common room/kitchen. After the song finish, Melvin blew the candles and Brenda plops the cake on Melvin's face. Shrieks of laughter and happiness pierce through the room. Hahahah. It was funny. Melvin went about hugging others with his cake-meesua-egg-cream face and shirt. Next, he went to the bathroom to change while we set-up the real cake and presents. As Melvin wasn't having his phone , we attached the blinged phone cover for him. He was really really surprised again. This time on the real cake though we placed magic candles. Those candles won't even snuff out if you blew them. WElL almost! Technically that is what was said on the box. But we found out that the candles can be blown out if you blew realy really really hard!. He took a whole 5 minutes i guess to snuff it out. Our motivation: He won't get his wishes till he blow them out. I think that was like out sabo number two. After that was the cake-cutting session and fellowship. Ended with basketball and the thunderstorm. Pics time! Credits to Seraphina! 
worst thing is that he ate the some of the cake. Hope he doesn't lao sai now. ahahaha 
That's basically about the party. Anyway, this morning i attended the Curtin Art and Dance club. One thing led to another, and i was appointed to be Dance Instructor for line dance. It's kinda exhilirating at the same time more of a challenge. I have to introduce this dance which is quite relatively new but i have to bring the fun side to youths. I can't use slow dances anymore. Well, i'm up for it and i hope to change the dance scene in curtin. It's always hip hop/breakdance. Why can't we have a little more fun doing the funk/pop/jazz/swing etc into it. I wanna show that all people can dance. Thank you God for the opportunity. As the club is relatively newly form, they are opening up to all kind of dance lessons. I'm glad to be a part of the team. Curtin ppl, care to join? :)
Past Ten O'Clock,Friday night,August 7th 2009 We came back from the mee stall and we suddenly thought about Melvin's Birthday. With all our minds put together , we put forth a brilliant masterpiece of ideas on what to buy and etc. But one idea prevailed! It was to sabo Melvin!
Definition of sabo according to me: Sabo, short form of sabotage. In this case we were to sabotage him by playing a prank!
We really wanted to throw a cake so badly. Suddenly , it inspired a cake involving expired mee sua, lots of whipped cream and the ever sticky cake. Modus Operandi succeeded!
2pm, Bintang Mall, August 11th 2009
We bought the main pressies which are the maroonish brown fedora, fantastical board shorts, and the phone cover which i was to blinged with the M. That very night, i finished bling-ing the phone. I must say it's not a bad job for a first-timer for me. It was done freestyle ok? i must show the picture later. hehe.
Thursday Morning-ish, Campus, August 13th 2009
We had to make a sudden change of plans as most of our friends couldn't make it on friday as they are busy with meetings. Hence, we decided to pull the prank at midnight. First thing first, The cake! Thanks to Brenda and her awesome metal steed Kenari, we went to Southern and GK to buy the magic candles and whipped cream. Onwards , we bought both the real blackforest and the to-be-set-up-as-a-fake green pandan sponge cake from Hot Cross Buns. I so "heart" their cake boxes. At 7 pm, We took 1 hour and 30 minutes to finish making the sabo-cake. Firstly, set the pandan sponge cake at the center and stuff it with expired mee sua.
Add some egg to make it stickier!
Next, Spray generous amount of whipped cream and spread it as smoothly as you can!
I know it looks gross. But trust me, in the end it looks really good. And oh yah, make sure you NEVER EVER buy low fat whipped cream, u need the fat to prevent it from melting too fast (like ours :( ). Get the bood baking whipped cream with sugar in it for good measure. Next, prepare expired peaches and slice it into equal strips.
Then, arrange it neatly to form a pretty circular shape. Glaze it with the remaming peach syrup in the tin but firstly reduced over fire till it is more viscous. Crush some biscuits(we used chipsmore), and pat it around the sides of the cake. Then, do the side decors!!Be Creative! Our final product with the real cake. Not too bad aye? MOST ppl THOUGHT IT WAS FROM THE BAKERY! High five to us. Not bad for a first try using expired goods. haha.
After that, we left for lakeside apartment at around 11.15 pm using Brenda's, Dhimas's, and Amalina's cars coz of the large number of friends going to surprise him. The plan: 1.Called Darrold to come down. Made sure Jacky(melvin's roommate and friend)prevents Melvin from coming out. 2. All the friends and classmates gathers at the ground floor ( Melvin stays at the top floor) 3. All went upstairs. Brenda holds fake cake. Called Jacky out at 12 midnight. 4. Went through the hallways. Closed the corridor lights. Jacky re-enters room and switch off lights. Melvin surprised!
EUREKA!!!!The Plan worked like a charm. Melvin was too happy that he
worst thing is that he ate the some of the cake. Hope he doesn't lao sai now. ahahaha That's basically about the party. Anyway, this morning i attended the Curtin Art and Dance club. One thing led to another, and i was appointed to be Dance Instructor for line dance. It's kinda exhilirating at the same time more of a challenge. I have to introduce this dance which is quite relatively new but i have to bring the fun side to youths. I can't use slow dances anymore. Well, i'm up for it and i hope to change the dance scene in curtin. It's always hip hop/breakdance. Why can't we have a little more fun doing the funk/pop/jazz/swing etc into it. I wanna show that all people can dance. Thank you God for the opportunity. As the club is relatively newly form, they are opening up to all kind of dance lessons. I'm glad to be a part of the team. Curtin ppl, care to join? :)
Monday, August 03, 2009
Clearing the cobwebs
Sorry much for not updating since it has been quite awhile in miri already. What can i say? I am darn darn bored!!!
I have only a freaking 2 subjects this semester which only encompasses my Mondays and Thursdays. I'm free for the remaining 5 days a week. Well, i've been filling up my time doing application stuff which i hope i can finish by today. Sigh.Good thing i'm free.
I think i'm gonna change my blog layout or move to wordpress(which i'm a bit reluctant). Anyway, we'll be back soon with more info about mua :)
I have only a freaking 2 subjects this semester which only encompasses my Mondays and Thursdays. I'm free for the remaining 5 days a week. Well, i've been filling up my time doing application stuff which i hope i can finish by today. Sigh.Good thing i'm free.
I think i'm gonna change my blog layout or move to wordpress(which i'm a bit reluctant). Anyway, we'll be back soon with more info about mua :)
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