Travel.

I am back, from church convention and a short trip.

I love travelling, not wandering through the busy concrete jungle but where the mountains meet the waters.

How I wish my life is just sitting amazed by the wonderful creation of my Papa, everyday. Breathtaking scenery triggers me to ponder much about life. I learn to appreciate the Maker's creativity and how He holds all things together. Through the majestic creatures and phenomena of life, I see the glory of God. I see a purpose.

Unraveling through the world, take some stops in life to sit back and savour the creations around us. Find satisfaction for your soul.

Triumph

"When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your sinful nature, God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins, having canceled the written code, with its regulation, that was against us and that stood opposed to us; he took it away, nailing it to the cross. Ans having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross." Colossians 2:13-15

This, is the Father's love. We are meant to be victorious for our king has conquered the death. The power of His resurrection lives in His people. From the dominion of darkness, for those who believe, they can walk in the kingdom of light. Do not slumber! Wake up o people! Redemption, forgiveness of sins and salvation is here, free for all. Don't be hard-hearted. You got nothing to lose.

Faith

I was taught that Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. It is by grace alone through Faith that we are saved. By Faith we understand that the universe was formed at God's command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible. By Faith Moses raised the staff and parted the Red Sea. By Faith Abraham, even though he was past age and Sarah was barren - was enabled to become a father - The Father of All Nations. By Faith Noah built the ark. By Faith Enoch was taken from this life so that he did not experience death.

By Faith, with one out of five pebbles he held, David trampled over Goliath. As long as we have faith as large as a mustard seed, the key is to Believe. Put on the eyes of Faith to see through our situations, circumstances and the world. Give room to the Lord for Him to perform. He is Faithful even when we are faithless. The power of Faith can turn the world upside down.

Without Faith, we are unsure of what we hope for, and uncertain even if we see. Without Faith, God is absent.

Once a BB, Always A BB

I first joined BB when I was 13 years old. Since young I have been watching the spectacular round town Christmas Procession and have good impression towards BB band. To me, BB is really cool. The opportunity came as I had to select a uniform body to fulfill the co-curriculum requirement set by the school.

However, the very first few meetings intimidated me regarding the strictness of the rules and the overall operation. These areas include punctuality, greeting the officers and those who are higher in rank, uniform tidiness, punishment for committing mistakes in drilling to name a few. Despite that, I gradually found thrill and excitement throughout the process, driven by the motivation to out-perform my peers. From there I moved on and continued to attend BB parades regularly and seeing more than what I had expected. Although I had always wanted to join the band to pick up certain musical instrument, the opportunity came late only when I finished my PMR public examination due to external commitments and tight schedule.

BB blessed me deeply throughout my teenage years. Reflecting back, BB taught and shaped me into the person I am today. Throughout my years in BB, I learnt much about discipline, self-control, spirit of excellence, unity, obedience, respecting others, taking up responsibility, servanthood heart, how to grow in a big community, and even in the areas of spirituality through NCO Sunday schools and bible study class. I also learnt to be thankful, giving and contributing back to the community and multitude real life skills from camping to cooking through all the award classes that I attended. I had great fun and special experiences through all the camps that I participated in. On top of that, I was honoured to be promoted to be a NCO where I started to pick up leadership skills. Apart from that, I picked up my dream instrument to be a snare drummer, something that I have been passionate about. I had to say from the beats and skills that mustered, it crafted the way to where I am today, serving the Lord as a drummer in my church’s praise and worship team.

All the camps, classes, meetings, competitions, and dozens of activities had made me a better person today. BB motto – forever Sure and Stedfast rings in me until today. I am challenged to make a difference in the world today and to the calling God has installed for me. God calls not the skillful ones, but those who are willing to serve Him. BB has shaped me in my character and personality, in alignment to the teaching of the Word.

To end my testimony, I would like to share a verse in the book of Philippians 3:12-14. It says that “ Not 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. Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining towards what is ahead. I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” What are we pursuing after in life? It is important to run with a purpose and not beating the air. We are called to die to oneself, to pick up the Cross that Jesus carried and to glorify God in all the things that we do, even as we drink and eat. Brothers and Sisters, lets count all those we have gained as loss and to value what God values in our life. Through BB, let us grow, build up and encourage one another as His love continue to compel us. God bless!