About Me
- Anders Cheng
- A geologist to be learning and growing more in Jesus Christ. Yes, he is my Rock!
Friday, April 17, 2009
Silver Lining in the darkest Cloud
Disappointments i shall turn it into experience, Hurts i shall turn into my strength, Tiredness i will turn it into my endurance, conflicts i shall turn it into a better me. I shall always trust that there is a silver lining behind every dark cloud. It's a matter of choice and not just feelings.
a funny thing happened today: I was suppose to bring my lab coat for the technician briefing. I tried hunting for it in my room but to no avail. It dawned on me that i actually lost it. In addition i have my physics quiz to take care of ; so double the stress! I went to campus and hunted for the lab coat(which i misplaces 4 days ago) at the lost& found, lecture theaters, shuttle bus dropoff and etc but still it was pointless. Disappointed , i let out a desperate prayer to God to help me find it as i don't want to waster Rm80 for a new set just to wear for another 6-7 weeks[i wont' need it for degree].
I decided to put my mind off it and concentrate on my physics quiz which was 5 hours away. Initially, i wanted to go home and perhaps look for the coat, catch some winks and then study at the comfort of my bed. Somehow, i lost track of time and i felt lazy to wait for the shuttle bus. Hence, to the library it is! As we had to put our bags in the locker, the corner of my eye caught on something. I SAW MY LAB COAT! I must have misplaced it there when i was at the library last Tuesday! Haha. Thank goodness i found it. I must thank him for making me lazy at that moment. [note: i am not saying lazyness is gift from god] . However, i still did quite badly in my physics quiz because of placing a negative instead instead of a positive sign instead. You know those chain reaction questions? The one whereby u get one wrong, ur wrong answer is carried out throughout and in the end ur final answer is wrong too? Yeah, it's those kinds.
I had many opportunities to cheat as many did steal a look and erase their previous answers. Some even discussed. But i stand strong. Though i know it many not look good on my final paper. I'm glad i did it honestly. Though i make tons of mistakes i know i will not make the same again and rely on others. I shall be independent!
See, making a choice is important. You may have the nicest results and be proud of it but i shall gloat about my honesty! Haha.
Monday, April 06, 2009
Sudden Insecurity
A sudden flood of insecurity came into me just these few days. I felt lonely. Seriously! I know i have friends but i suddenly doubt their sincerity. Sometimes i wish the thought bubbles in the comic books come into life one day. I wish that i could see the people's thoughts about me . I've noticed that hardly anybody starts a conversation with me. I tried not opening my mouth at all and see whether anyone would want to talk with me for a day. About 90% of the conversations i had were either me asking them or cutting into their conversation. I wished i had an eloquency in mandarin. Everyone speaks mandarin. Though i know and understand a little, i feel left out. Really left out. Am i having true friends or am i just "tepuk sebelah tangan"? Did anywhere went wrong? Sigh, only God knows..
Sincerely,
Broken Hearted Anders....
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
Choir Frenzy
None other than the Chief Minister of Sarawak.
Datuk Najib can't make it to Curtin because he is swearing in his position this Friday. Instead of Australian Prime Minister, the ambassadors are coming .
Sigh. Nvm, i will still resonate the hall with my voice.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
I sucked
http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=87790352328&ref=nf
I couldn't do any dynamics because i had to sing an octave higher.
Ahh welll. ........
I lost
It's hard to always think positive and Praise God for all he has done in the disappointments and hard times. BUT i will choose to do so and thank him!
You may have guessed it but some may not. I just lost the Curtin Idol preliminaries round. Though do not how i exactly sounded like but i think i really did well for a first-timer. I changed the melody, pulled the notes, screech a high note and give it a low good slapping bass singing. I may have done all the right things but one thing i lack. Popularity, beauty and also experience. Well, i will definitely change and make a comeback with better vocals and perhaps look(diet!).
I sung the song "Everything" my Michael Buble ......which....also happen to be sung by my senior too. OUCH! I do not like it when someone sings the same song as i do. Haih~ His notes were right though he mess up alot of lyrics (never follow karaoke lyrics; they are always mistakes) . BUT he managed to get into the final round. His vocals are better? Nah, i think i bring the life into the song more. It feels so dangdut-ish when he sang. One striking difference would be the looks; a major factor on any singing/popularity contest. I know i did well, my vocals were almost dead perfect and manage to get my friends singing the tune too.
I know i did my best using this God-given talent! Wohhoo!
Friday, March 27, 2009
Nervous Wreck
I shall survive and belt out my vocal skills!
By God's strength i shall do my best!
A 20 minute mind boggling test, harmonics and 30-pairs of eye staring while singing is NOT a problem!
Thank you God!!
Friday, March 20, 2009
Stepping it up a little
Ever since i was little , i felt that i always meant for the stage. However, i was always the person kind at the "back" stage. Maybe in a band or so. Or maybe back-up singing. For my whole life i've always been that way , occasionally getting a glimpse of the spotlight .
I did the "craziest" thing in my whole life.
I signed up for the Curtin Idol singing competition.
People always encouraged me to sing more because they think i have a good voice. But i always shrug my shoulders and never let my voice actually shine to it's fullest potential. I refused to accept my voice; sadly. It's always singing in a group, harmonizing, and back-up singing. I love singing but that is always for God during church or in my lonely shower and room.
Well i figure that i give this a shot and actually boost my self-confidence. I hope this would be a platform for me to better myself and think positively, improve my singing skill, and slowly getting rid of the stage fright.
AND i'm talking about REAL stage fright.

Singing in a choir for the two Prime Ministers are enough. But if i manage to get into the finals(hopefully) , it's a solo i have to do right in front of BOTH OF THEM! I think i am having the nerves.
Lord, grant me the peace!
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Singing with Honour
I think this is like the greatest achievement in my history of singing.
But the hardest part is singing like a Malaysian and also and Australian. I hope we would sing both songs the best we can. I hope it would touch the hearts of Australians too because we can't exactly comprehend the Australian National Anthem how the Australians perceive it.
Anyway, i am so excited!!!!
*trails of singing*

Cute right? A sister drew it. haha
Thursday, March 12, 2009
I'm Proud
Taken from eastern times:
Best ever SPM results for SMK Green Road
By Harun Jau
KUCHING: SMK Green Road had achieved its best SPM results with 50 out of its 373 candidates scored straight A in all subjects.
Of the 50, nine students scored 11A1s, 11 (10A1s), three (11A1s, 1A2), 10 (10A1s,1A2) six (9A1s,1A2), one (8A1s,1A2), one (10A1s, 2A2s), three (9A1s, 2A2s), one (8A1s, 2A2s, one (9A1s, 3A2s), one (8A1s, 3A2s), one (7A1s, 4A2s, one (6A1s, 4A2s and one (6A1s, 5A2s).
In 2007 SPM, only 25 students from the school scored straight A.
“I am very happy with the results because it is the best ever in the history of the school,” said the principal, Putit Haji Ped, yesterday.
Sze Jing Ting, 18, who scored 11A1s and an A2, said she was very satisfied with her results.
“I was not quite confident in the Chinese Language but somehow I managed to achieve A1 for it,” she said.
When asked on how she managed to do well in the exam, Jing Ting revealed that she spent between three and four hours daily on study and revision.
She added that paying attention in the class and not afraid to ask teachers questions were very important.
She attributed her success to her teachers and encouragement from her parents and friends.
The second among three siblings, Jing Ting hoped to secure a JPA scholarship to pursue further studies in medicine.
Her eldest sister is also pursuing her further studies in medicine at the International Medical University in Kuala Lumpur.
Meanwhile, Goh Han Lin, who scored 11A1s, said he was a bit surprised but happy with his results.
His ingredients for success were hard work and two to three hours of study and revision.
Like Jing Ting, Han Lin attributed his success to encouragement from teachers, parents and friends.
He planned to take up an engineering course at Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Standard of Living
Sunday, March 08, 2009
A whirlwind of three months
1. Performed Line Dance cum Christmas Celebration at tHe Spring + Piano
2. Went to Penang for the first time
3. Attended the Penang prophetic conference
4. Ate authentic Penang food for the first time: Kuey Tiaw, Or Chien (oyster omellete), cendol, Hor fun, bak kut teh, pasembur, etc..BUT kuching food still rocks!
5. Visited Gurney drive for the first time
6. Waited at the wrong bus stop for 1 hour ++
7. Went to Queensbay mall and Gurney Plaza
8. Used rapid penang
9. Went to Kl
10. Stayed at a horrible condo
11. Used totally Monorail/LRT as transport to our destinations for the first time.
12. Ate the Jalan Ipoh's best Bak Kut Teh. SHIOK!!!!!!!!
13. Went to eat at the best chicken rice restaurant.
14. Went to Sunway Lagoon.
15. Attended a birthday party
16. Went to Sungei wang, KlCC, Sunway Pyramid, Blackhammer, and One Utama for shopping.
17. Went to a best restaurant in Klang
18. Attended and was blessed in the D'encounter Camp
19. Christmas Dinner at Uncle's house + formed a youth choir
20. Christmas Celebration at the Crown Square
21. Followed by many Christmas dinners.....
22. Baked cakes and cookies for CNY
23. Spring cleaning~
24. Chinese New Year!
25. Ate and drink alot
26. Visited and met old classmates and friends
27. Went for driving law and bengkel
28. Passed the Law test
29. Learned driving
30. Chap Goh Mei dinner~
31. Attended many church meetings....
32. Finished Grade 8 piano
33. Passed Driving.
34. Improved my photoshop skills
35. Redesign my blog layout
36. Packed for miri.
I think that was about all the things that came to my mind. Will add other thoughts later....
Saturday, March 07, 2009
Friday, March 06, 2009
i DON'T want ....
*chants*
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*chants*
Ok ,now i have to pack. Oh the irony~
Thursday, March 05, 2009
Tit and Tat
Today also marks the end of my piano lessons. As some may know i've been crash coursing throughout the hols, practising really hard. Personally, i felt that i wanted to improve my skill because i felt a pull in the spirit to continue[thank you Jesus!]. Don't believe i could do it? Here's my rendition of Lowside Blues for ABRSM Grade 7. I mastered that in a week. Sorry for the bad sound quality or mistakes in the song {and my clock for ringing}. Haha.
It's been a long time since i was that determined. This time i am determine to be determined in everything i do this term (lol) . The last time i was determine was in 2007's SPM and in 2004 where i wanted to try to beat Samantha (Just 10 marks!) . But yeah, things kinda spiral down. Piano helped me to be more focus, discipline and alert. I wanna get 90+ HD all the way liao. I can DO it through the strength Christ Gives ME!
I also got Celcom Broadband to serve my student needs in Miri. Free Deconnexion wi-fi is going down. So yeah, this is like backup and very useful especialyl during project submissions and exam time.
Yes i know i have a fat chin.
I also got my driving license today! Yippee~ I passed my test last Monday. My examiner was actually sleeping in the car. SO he simply marked the form when i reached back to the institute. I only got a sad 17/20 though i did everything right. Haih~ Oh well. I got my license, so there! Going to drive today and tomorrow!. WOOhoo~
Last Tuesday was Wilson's B'day. Got him a practical gift of guitar picks and a guitar pick holder since he is always losing 'em. WHY is that buying gifts for girls is so easy? Guys things are always apparel though they really want electronics. Oh well~ It's so hard to think out of the box when buying gifts. Buy flower or plushie for your gf and they will scream or cry. Buy that for a guy and you'll get "the look" . Haha. Speaking on apparels, why is that men's clothing or fashion is so common YET expensive? It's not fair at all. Haih~
I think that pretty sums up my feelings right now.Sunday + Mundane Miri please come slower. The only thing to look forward is new shops. *sad* Yippee~
I wish i could study in Curtin Perth. Haih~
Sunday, March 01, 2009
Passed without flying colours
Albeit the excitement of overcoming the test, i don't think i would be driving around much. Sigh i have to start packing already. I am so not looking forward to this Sunday. I don't want to go back, i don't want to study, i don't want this and that. The only thing i can look forward too is the aircon. Haha.
Mundane Miri. Anyone going to Miri Jazz Festival? Me will go if me can find transport. Sigh...
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Embacy in a nutshell
Disclaimer: The entire content of this blog post is the expression of things went through, his experience, life, and perspective of Embacy. I pray that you will see the picture as a whole and see the good that needs polishing and the bad to be sawed off. I hope that we will see the same road and purpose as a part of Embacy. I, Anders, truly say my deepest sorry if anything offended or hurts as we know truth sometimes hurt. But I pray that it will only make us stronger and be not the cause of downfall.
Let's backtrack about 10 years ago, shall we? Ever since, I was a little primary school kid I would always see the youth, Embacy, as a fun and spiritually strong group. I still remember the kokos and jiejies as they very much often play for Sunday service and perform many entertaining skits, dramas, mime, dance performance and sign language. I remember feeling very thrilled whenever they come to Sunday school. It was fun. The time I first heard Embacy truly changed lives was when I heard of Aunty Cynthia's testimony back in 2001 during the youth night or something, where she shared on how Ian's attitude changed from naughty to good. Well, he's still a living testimony today!
Time flew and my first Embacy meeting was when I tagged my brother along in 2001 to Uncle Mervyn's house. It was packed. I don't remember I was at the historical “70+ over people stuffed in one room " but I remembered the prayer room was always needed to be open. That time I saw with my own eyes the power of God and his work. People saw visions, some said word of knowledge, and others were on the ground on fire laughing or crying. Being still young I didn't know what was happening but I was laughing and scared at that time. NO, I wasn't touched by God but it was my own physical laughter as it was funny seeing them behave that way and I was scared as some were delivered. Anyhow, time flew and before long I was about to enter my first youth camp and the first time Josh Beh started to attack me. [Oh the trauma! ha-ha] To us, 4days and 3 nights of camp was uber cool. It was an extra day of fun with my friends. However, I was serious with God. It was also the first time I cried in the presence of God. I was young but somehow I understood the importance of God and his presence.
Looking back at time, the 7 last youth camps or so, many things have happened. Friends made, friends lost, some grew stronger in the lord , some to say, sadly backslidden, some changed, some stayed the same way, some matured, some still young at heart, some stayed, some migrated. Well, you catch my drift. Thankfully, God is forever the same (and maybe Uncle Mervyn, lol). He never changes, Amen? Hopefully, the past 7 years of being a part of Embacy will give a collection of my thoughts, encouragement, disappointment, fears, and correction. I've always wanted to tell fellow friends about this but I never had the guts to do so. But well, it's time.
Phew~ Now let's get started.
Just last Sunday, Pastor Albert shared a timely message we resonated with my heart; a long time need, encouragement, and problems we have to address even for myself at times. I strongly encourage you guys/gals to hear the message. The message strongly reminded me of the vision I receive in one of the Embacy prayer meetings one Saturday night. I saw firstly cold dark waters and the storm was rising. I saw drowning people all around were crying for help and in distressed. Further up, I saw a beautiful cruise ship and we were in it worshipping the Lord. I saw some "drowning" people manage to get hold of the ship and climbed up to safety. They were embraced in warmness and practically, were saved. But wait a minute; the ship wasn't moving at all. Deeply, it was anchored to the bottom of the sea. Spreading across the seas, were drowning people yet to be saved although the boat has to the capacity to help many others. I could say after receiving the vision I was greatly disturb. I didn't know what to do or really what it meant.
I asked God for the answer and this was the impression left in my heart: For a long long time, Embacy has been worshipping the Lord and experiencing his presence and are SAVED. Some "lost" ones are managed to be saved usually by their own curiosity, effort, or closed ones and is a part of Embacy now. But sadly, they are still many others out there to be saved. For a long time, we have the mentality that presence of God draws people.
I retaliated. Isn't it true that your presence will indeed draw people? Suddenly, I felt that God was saying it is true up to a certain degree ( I may be wrong). He showed me the vision again. This time the boat was really far a way, however, the people were stil drowning and "lost" at sea. How are they gonna know or draw themselves to the boat if it was not seen? Then I understood. It was high time that Embacy should instead being retaining and individualistic, carry the presence out to the people. If the boat continues to move towards the lost, wouldn't more people get save?
That, my friends, is the very heart of the post. Let's think, are we really doing what God has called us to do? Do we have a vision and mission? Are we reaching out? Yes I know that our vision is for to be a different youth group than the rest, radical for God, and being in his presence. But is that it? Are we carrying that presence to schools, colleges or uni? Do we have a plan for the next 5 years? Are we seeing the fruits? I'm not saying that the vision is wrong. By all means, yes I would like Embacy to a radical youth group for God but are involve in other ministries as well? If you have finally come to the epiphany, our youth seems like it is only operating in the gifts and ministry of music (maybe a little of this and that) and it is entirely made up of majority of ex-children church members. True?
I Quote:
Worship to God should not only bring down the presence of God but also to stir up missions. If not, it is just will be just a form and is dead. ~Pastor Albert
Has Embacy's worship have become a form(predictable) ? I think yes and no.
That's the number one warning for us today as Pentecostal and charismatic churches. Pastor Albert also told about his life story in FGA church whereby during their earlier days they focused too much on worship that it became dead. No ministries were birth and they became righteous and they started comparing level of "righteousness" . Often they are judged on how many services or prayer meetings they attend. Not only that, many new believers were often left to fend for themselves and maybe, hopefully ,grow to be matured Christians.
Have we been there or is still there? Spend some time to think. But on my part, I have felt these impressions in my heart many times before. Firstly, I do feel that at times we tend to focus too much on worship that we forget about the people in the world. I don’t' see any ministries birthing from Embacy itself out or into missions [maybe as they venture out to older stage of life but non from Embacy itself]. I think we tend to be judgemental in our own way and maybe secretly criticise others for their "lack in the Christian faith”. I heard of comments before that we are deemed bad or "unfaithful” if we do not attend certain meetings such as the Morning Prayer on a Saturday. Truthfully, I did feel a little hurt, as in my own time I do pray for Embacy. I know sometimes as leaders we meant well; still I felt "labelled”. But we need to get our motives and thinking right. Is the prayer meeting to really pray or it's our own human demonstration and pride? Is the prayer meeting individualistic or really from the heart of Abba father? I believe that God is more than happy if we spent time with him in corporate prayer any time of the day. It really got me thinking from a wider perspective. The prayer meeting organized weekly has the biggest potential of revival. What's the point if we pray weekly just for Embacy night meetings and for God's breakthrough? I'm not saying that we shouldn't pray at all for the night meetings but we could pray for other things as well for each other, families, schools, colleges/uni, and even for the nation. If we don’t' have the heart for the nation and the society, how do we expect for the souls to come to church? We've been too individualistic and confined to the four walls of church and also maybe even to the point of being in the comfort zone.
Sensitivity:
We should not only be sensitive to the God but to one another. We should not be like the Pharisee in the temple with his judgemental prayer but rather encouraged them in the right way of praying. We have the capability of choosing the right words and said in an edifying way. I believe God doesn't scrutinize every single detail of your words to Him but rather the heart. Instead of criticizing strongly, encourage and edify them in the right way instead. This applies in other things too. Correct with love and with a right heart be it in areas of worshipping, service, and hospitality. If someone didn’t serve well, encourage him to do better rather than to cut him off. No one is higher than the other but rather we work as a team! We’re a body of Christ and each one is important. We shouldn’t be the limiting factor to any person from growing in Christ.
Hospitality and Support:
I can’t tell you how much more that this is important to every church. I guess you have to experience it to catch the vision. Yes I know in this area the issues were harped upon every meeting that we have to be more hospitable and supportive of one another. And I couldn’t agree more! Times have indeed change and the needs are changing too. If we remain the way we are (hopefully not) , the church won’t grow. Touching on the younger generation, more and more youths today are seeking for something more than just God to fill that empty hole in their hearts. They are also searching for friendship, acceptance, network, and peers alike. If the church or rather Embacy do not provide these they will find friendships somewhere else. When a newcomer comes to church, I believe first impression always last. One good example is when I went to Blessed Church in Tabuan Laru. You could see genuine love for people among them. When I entered, immediately the members began to greet me and offered me a seat. It wasn’t only the ushers that greeted first but rather every single leaders and neighbouring church members. This went on for a few minutes. Gosh, I felt such a lasting impression and never felt so welcomed! They even offered me a bottled water and went to get my details. After the worship ended, the newcomers names were mentioned and then a throng of people went on to greet me AGAIN! After the service, many came to talk to me and really find out who I was. The reason why I still remember was because of the impression they left me. I think our weakness is in this too. We tend to clique to our constant friends and the newcomers “comfort” are left to the ushers to do. I think we have to change in this area.
I also know of a few churches in KL that really cares for their people. As a result, the number of new-believers steadily grew over the past few years. Usually it starts from the leaders first. Slowly more and more began to follow and catch that “loving the people kind-of” vision! Their church of 100 grew to 600-700. That’s speaks of something. It’s simple as calling them weekly to find out how they are, praying for them, being hospitable, giving them transport and etc. All these builds up and makes them feel really belong. These things are practical but biblical. That’s what the disciples did! They went about doing bodily ministries too. It’s no wonder why they have mega-churches that time. I guess we have to learn something from the bible too.
Leadership plan & Mentality:
I think this one speaks for itself. For example if Mr.Mole or Uncle M were to be away , would there be people (other than college group or older ones) capable enough to lead the group on its own? Yes, I know we had leadership camps and meeting but these are not enough. What I mean is that we need more practical applications. There should be like a mentor-mentee relationship so that in case of any problems, Embacy would be able to be independent and stand on its own. Everyone should have responsibilities and excel in it [not only during camps]. Though there are many of us which can multitask (thank goodness!), it should be avoided so that each one can concentrate on maybe one or two God has called us. This way, doors would be open for others to handle task and learn to lead. Wilson(sorry!) seems to be like almost everything from overseer, worship leader, bible study leader, transport manager, etc....My point is that these task can be delegated and get the whole youth to be a part . Some I have heard that they feel as if they are doing nothing. We also need to be careful of often wrong ideas and mentality that has handicapped Embacy from its through potential. Eg: Why does the youth leader must be always worship leader? Why must we always sing the same songs? There are things that may have settled into a form. If it is of God, than yeah I won’t mind. But I see other strong and faithful youths before not given any chance of leadership? Why is this so? These are questions we need to ask ourselves. It is also time to avoid looking at the past because God is the God of present. God says that “he is and is to come” not “he was and was to come. God is the I AM not the I WAS. Hence thereof, it’s time that we look forward. Yes the past was glorious with the wonder working power of God but if we keep on living up to the standard of the past, we’re not moving forward. We may miss out what God wanted to do in the NOW. Another is the issue of revival. We’re always waiting for revival but if you look into the bible there is no mention of the disciples waiting for a revival. If you look in the past history of revivals, revivals are MADE not waited upon. We have to start to do something (often reaching out) and when the power of God moves, revival starts. Amen??
Cell group/Bible Study:
I was particularly disheartened when I heard there won’t be a constant bible study because of the lack of people. I think that is not justice to the faithful ones. I believe times have indeed changed. During the past, the youths were grounded in the word but never experienced the power of God. It’s no wonder when God worked many things to happen because they are in tuned with the word and they know how discern. However now with such busyness and distraction now I can say that the youth lacks the word. Why do we have to experience how hard life is without the word of God when we can train from young to be grounded in it? I feel that the absence of bible study only cuts off the “primary source of word “weekly in our situation now. When new converts come in how are they gonna learn to read the bible? Only through bible study and cell group is the answer. It should be not another teacher-student kind of session but rather a lively discussion. You may say : It’s Boring! Well, there are many different kind of materials out there. A cell group shouldn’t me mundane but can be transform into an avenue for not only being grounded in the word but also fun. Object lessons, video clips, games, stories, music, etc can all be used in a bible study. If you wanna make it exciting, it can be done! Use the tools God have given us- The BRAIN! If we as leaders are not excited and passionate for the word of God, how can u expect the others to be the same? If we are serious about cell group, than the rest would. We need a plan to make sure each individual grows in the Lord wherever he/she is at now. Often, we leave others behind to find their way in and perhaps they will grow. No, we have to reach out and train them instead and then they will learn how to be independent for their own spiritual life.
Creativity, Tools and Cooperation
I really feel blessed to be also a part of Embacy’s music team. We have something here. It can be a tool to reach out to the lost. Whenever there is a Christian concert, many pre-believers expect church music to be that way. Often, they will feel deceived if they go to Sunday service or to the traditional churches if they feel like knowing Christ. But hey! We have these “happening” music every Saturday night! But how come we’re not seeing them come in? It is because we haven’t move out. A person is able to invite some friends if he/she wants to but it takes cooperation of whole Embacy if we want to impact Kuching youths. I know it seems that Embacy is small but which other mega-youth services started big? Hillsong and Planetshakers started small as well. It just takes willing hearts, cooperativeness, and using our tools God have given us. Be creative! If God has given you sport talents, start organising games for outsiders and share Christ with them! If God has given you a talent in music, sing and compose Christian Songs! Touching a bit on music I feel that it’s high time we started composing and singing our own music. Hillsongs or Planetshakers have their songs because it’s what God gave to them in their time of need. We are different. We should be writing and singing songs for our Land and Malaysia. If God has given you talent in dance, start evangelising through Christian dances! Be it in writing, preaching, sharing, hospitality or etc...It’s time we find our synch and launch in it but also not forgetting our ultimate vision of the presence of God. Start using our gifts and talents to reach the souls. We’re all in this together as a team and not solely relying on one.
I Hope you see the same way i have seen things. I feel that God has many things in store for Embacy but firstly we have to change our heart and minds from the comfort zone we’re in. It’s time that we stop being to ourselves and begin discovering his word, purpose, and saving souls along the way!
Do you feel the wind? It’s the wind of change....
Let’s impact Kuching and let it begin with us!
Saturday, February 21, 2009
It's High time
It's finall time to let the cat out of the bag.....
Friday, February 20, 2009
Friday, February 13, 2009
Post-Planetshakers Syndrome
Yesterday was Planetshakers Concert.
Now i have a painful-stuck-in-my-throat-sore-throat. It's not helping.
Anyway, i met up with Samuel , Hiro Nakamura, Letitia, Cordelia, and Ryner before deciding to enter. This time, i can say that the crowd was lesser than the first 3 times Planetshakers-sub-bands (?) came. Oh well, maybe they feel cheated. The heavy crowd only start coming in after about 7.45 pm . Shouts and shrieks could be heard when they saw a glimpse of either Mike Webber, Matt Garner or Henry Seeley. This reminded me again of the 1.A.m. ministry when they came to teach about worship.
Isn't it funny when we see a pop singer or famous actor and we scream and feel so honoured to meet him/her/them? Yet, we don't exactly feel the same way and do the same things to God. Here watch this video of Michael Jackson first:
Seriously just spend 10 minutes watching it.
It like the manifestations but it's not from God. People literally fall to the ground just because of a wave of hand. They are trully worshipping but sadly for the wrong person. Imagine what could happen if we have the same Passion for God!
Back to topic. I was glad Planetshakers made the right mindset that the whole thing was for God and not for them. The whole thing basically and well and the presence of God could be felt if you were in tune in the spirit. I bought a CD and went with the others to autograph it. Was glad i could get the autographs of all. You Rock Scott Lim!! It's been awhile since i last saw a keyboardist that could rock. Haha. He has lots of potential.
Anyway, tata.