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Love for You Timor Leste

2006-01-28T09:45:00.000-08:00

Unstructured Structures that succeed. Contentment in Simplicity, yet having a hopeful Joy & a Teachable Spirit for a better future. All these describe the East Timorese I have met. It’s an irony really. As a volunteer to serve in Timor Leste, I had a prepared heart and mind to serve. All that I was, all I had in me. Well… At least I thought at first, that it was all about giving. What I least expected was the receiving into my Spirit & a glimpse of the extent of God’s Love for the Timorese people & for me. I had a chance to teach Practical English Usage to groups of Timorese Youths aged 18-29 from a Youth Centre in the town of Timor Leste- Dili. We shared basic English conversational techniques like Meeting & Greeting people in English for the first time. They were all very keen to learn & absorbed fairly quickly. Some of them even had to rush off straight after class for more lessons at their local universities in the afternoon or would come straight after school to the Youth Centre for English Classes, rain or shine. Something I could personally learn myself… determination & an undeterred spirit to succeed. It showed through in the tenacity of the people living there too, & their style of doing business. They do not give in too quickly to strike a bargain with their customers. They were business smart. Yet, they display a politeness that is evident even on their one way street roads. I see drivers slowing down & even stopping to allow pedestrians to pass even at high traffic areas. Everyone knew everyone. Nothing in the city of Dili felt like it needed to be rushed. The pace of life was simple and unhurried. Yet it concerns me that perhaps its one of the main problems for the Timorese too…. That they do not feel a sense of purpose in life. Do they not question themselves the very same things we ask ourselves too? What on earth am I here for? You mean there is Nothing more to Life than to get a good education and job, get married, find housing, solve surmounting problems… and the list goes on…. until one day you find yourself lying in a wooden box with your toes facing heavenwards? God, how horribly boring life must be if that were true! I know that not to be true because of whom God is & how He made my life beautiful. He is my portion & passion for perseverance in life. Come what may, Jesus is the only way. I’m glad some of the Timorese people I have met do know this truth and have embraced it, am encouraged to see and hear what God has done for them in their lives and as they share with me, I too feel the faith in my own heart rise & gratefulness wells up inside of me all over again. It’s great to feel loved by God & to see Him working in other people’s lives too. How personally wonderful… my personal Jesus. The Timorese are very hospitable people. They offered to me what was best in their house, whether was it their food, their bed, their only electric fan. In fact I felt I was very blessed during my stay at the village. God provided for me as I had forgotten to bring my sleeping bag along. My local host had insisted I shared her mattress. Through these little things, God shows to me that He is there to take care of me All the Time. During the weekends, we spent time with some of the local youths playing games at their beach. The unspoiled beauty of God’s creation is magnificent. I was awestruck. Throughout the whole 10 days, our mission was simple. To befriend the youths, spend time listening to their needs and concerns, then meet their needs if possible. Through it all, the message that they needed to hear was simple; that we believe Timor could succeed as a new independent nation. Just like how Singapore gained independence 40 years ago and was blessed to become who she is today. If we can do it, Timor can too. And I believe with all my heart that God wants to bless them because He loves them. Was encouraged to know they were encouraged by our friendships, prayers and all efforts to help their school and families. He has opened up my eyes to see Him through this Timor experience. The Lord will be the light unto your path, so that you will not stumble in the darkness. He will be your assurance if your eyes are fixed on His. Like the apostle Paul wrote in the bible: Philippians 4:12-14 “….But One Thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining towards what is ahead, I press on towards the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus” Stephanie Zeng Pastor Yolanda’s Tribe

Music Review : "Breathe again" by cre8ive

2006-01-23T10:49:00.000-08:00

"Breathe again" is refreshing touch of contemporary praise and worship recorded live at Brisbane City Church. Hearing the album was a welcoming delight. The praise (songs) throws a bomb under your seat with catchy guitar licks, pumping drum beats and screaming vocals - It feels like you just stepped into a U2 or Guns and roses concert. Yet above the energy, the worship songs are intimately inviting. The lyrics, deep, easily singable and centered on Christ, beckons the worshipper to come nearer to Jesus. Many i've talked to found their songs moving, rock, cultural relevant, inviting, exciting, contemporary, catchy and even daring. Personally, I'm blessed by the skillful and powerful harmony of style, sound and substance (message) of "Breathe again". One of the cutting edge christian albums that is sold out in making God famous! Check out, www.brisbanecitychurch.com/cre8ive/David%20Evans%20Welcome%20Page.html

By Joshua Kwah Ps Lawrence Tan Network

New Year Bash: A Retrospective

2006-01-22T18:30:00.000-08:00

Check out this write up on our Youth Service cum New Year Party on 1 Jan 06! http://www.fcbc.org.sg/network_main147.htm

波斯霹雳踢 (Persian Super Kick)

2006-01-22T04:38:00.000-08:00

Jesus looked at them and said. “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” ~ Matt 19:26 Esther and Daniel 波斯霹雳踢 来哟各位小姐 Come ladies 听听有位女孩叫以斯帖如何劝波斯王救以色列 Listen to a story about a girl named Esther, how she persuaded the Persian King to save Israel 她与犹太人被逼大搬迁还会饮水思源再打扮些 She was with the Jews in exile, yet she knew her roots and how to dress well 参加选美遇贵人打点一切入宫成为王后并非一妾 In a beauty pageant she met man who took care of all, entered the palace as Queen, not concubine 波斯王听小人大开杀戒神的子民就要种族消灭？ But the Persian King heard rumours, started a massacre. Would God’s people be wiped out? 她怕说错胆怯不知所措但却 She was afraid to say the wrong thing, at a loss what to do 记得圣经所学保住族人鲜血 She remembered what the Bible taught and saved her people 从此历史改写大家立时感谢 Since then history was re-written and everybody give thanks 她那一招了结我们趁早了解 That “trick” she did to end the tragedy, we better learn early 武林秘笈读了胜利无敌 Martial arts secret manual, read it and win, no more enemies 无限可及 Heh Yah! 波斯霹雳踢 Unlimited and untouchable, Persian Super Kick 无另秘笈读了圣经无敌 No other secret manual, read the Bible, no more enemies 无限可及 Extra! Possibility Unlimited and untouchable, Extra Possibility 来哟各位兄弟 Come brothers 听听有位男孩叫但以理与狮子过夜却大胆屹立 Listen to a story about a guy named Daniel, Spent a night with lions but brave and still standing 他办事机灵有男人气息但奸人指责他向神栖膝 He managed work wisely and was manly, but bad guys accused him of kneeling to God 无奈波斯王早已下了律例还说“I’m sorry.你神必救你！” Sadly the Persian king has set the rules, he still said, “I’m sorry, your God will save you!” 第二天他却没骨碎断臂难道狮子有口臭把嘴关闭？ The next day Daniel did not break a bone nor limb. Could the lions have bad breath so their mouths were shut? 奇迹多么神奇神就多么神气 The more amazing the miracles, the greater is the name of God 多亏了但以理从此我按依例 Credit to Daniel, from now on I can follow his example 在狮子深坑底他坚信诚恳地 In the depth of the lions’ den, with his faith and sincerity 求天使变立体来个波斯霹雳踢！ He asked the angels to manifest and use the Persian Super Kick! 无限可能性 Unlimited Possibilities 我说“可能” 你说“行！” I say “maybe” you say “can!” 我说“得人” 你说“赢！” I say “get souls” you say “win!” 我说“亲自栽培” 请你加倍拼才会赢 I say “consoildate personally” please put more effort to fight to win 你说“可能” 我说“行！” You say “maybe” I say “can!” 你说“受训” 我当兵 You say “disciple” I join army 你说“差遣各民” 就让爱献革命 You say “send to different tribes” let love start a revolution

(by chiongster)

The Gardener and the Vine

2006-01-19T10:12:00.000-08:00

(As inspired by Ps YC's sharing) Why are you so blind and cruel? Cried the young handsome currant vine. When once you were so very kind. Now pruned away my pretty gems, Here to stay the stumps of my stem. Among my friends i stand, a silly fool. Despair not, precious currant vine! Said the Gardener, kind and wise. Tis not for shade nor shelter like the trees, But blessings may fall upon you three times three Behind the dark clouds in the skies, the glorious sun will always shine upon you. Do not weep, precious currant vine! Said the Gardener, kind and wise. Gone may be, thy green pretty crown. But you are meant to grow up fine. Upon rich firm soil your strength will rise. To bear upon you a lovely gown. Of the sweetest fruits earth has ever known If you would only patience sow. (by if_it_rains)

你必赐福与我 (You Will Bless Me)

2006-01-17T01:35:00.000-08:00

‘But now be strong, O Zerubbabel,’ declares the Lord. ‘Be strong, O Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest. Be strong, all you people of the land,’ declares the Lord, “and work. For I am with you,” declares the Lord Almighty. ‘This is what I covenanted with you when you came out of Egypt. And my Spirit remains among you, Do not fear.’ “This is what the Lord Almighty says: ‘In a little while I will once more shake the heavens and the earth, the sea and the dry land. I will shake all nations, and the desired of all nations will come, and I will fill this house with glory,’ says the Lord Almighty. ‘The silver is mine and the gold is mine,’ declares the Lord Almighty. ‘The glory of this present house will be greater than the glory of the former house,’ says the Lord Almighty. ‘And in this place I will grant peace,’ declares the Lord Almighty.” Is there yet any seed left in the barn? Until now, the vine and the fig tree, the pomegranate and the olive tree have not borne fruit. “ ‘From this day on I will bless you.’ “ ~ Haggai 2: 4-9, 19 你必赐福与我 回头望有点感叹 Looking back Feel a bit sad 虽然艰难路上有你陪伴 Though difficult You were with me all the way 因你来示范我学会释放 Because you showed the way I learned to let go 从今日我必当刚强 From today I will be strong 向前看虽有疑惑 Looking forward Though feeling lost 你必震动天地震动万国 You will surely shake the heavens Shake all nations 虽然树无果你没疏忽过 Though the trees are without fruit You have not neglected 从今日你必赐福与我 From today You will surely bless me 你来牵引我来迁移 You lead the way I will move on 一步步就让圣灵充满 Step by step let The Holy Spirit fill 波浪冲心 Like waves rushing to my heart (博览中心 Expo) 我来筑坛等你来住探 I will build the altar Wait for you to visit 在每一站更多荣光 At every stop Much more glory 在此你必赐平安 In this place You will grant peace 从此你必赐福与我你说过 From now on You will bless me You told me 从此你必赐福与我你说过 From now on You will bless me You told me 从此你必赐福与我 From now on You will bless me (by chiongster)

"You Will Never Ever Change!"

2006-01-15T23:36:00.000-08:00

Doesn’t that sound like somebody is scolding you? Some of us grow up with this finger that is constantly wagging at us. “You! You! You will never ever change! Don’t you know……?”. Today, the Lord showed me during worship that He will never ever change – and this time, it is a good thing. All my spirit could do was to respond. “Lord, thank you that You never ever change.”. I guess on this side of heaven, He’s the only one who never ever need to change. In fact, I’m thankful and eternally grateful that He never ever change! Amen! One Way (Words and Music by Jonathon Douglass and Joel Houston) I lay my life down at Your feet You're the only one I need I turn to You and You are always there In troubled times it's You I seek I put You first that’s all I need I humble all I am all to You One way Jesus You're the only one that I could live for One way Jesus You're the only one that I could live for You are always always there Every how and everywhere Your grace abounds so deeply within me You will never ever change Yesterday today the same Forever 'til forever meets no end You are the way the truth and the life We live by faith and not by sight for You We're living all for You (by tuxedosam, 15 Jan 06)

New Link : Youthnet Admin

2006-01-15T23:22:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone! Youthnetadmin blog is up under "Let's GO!" When's your next SOL? What time is your post encounter? What's happening in youthnet this week? Look no further! The youthnetadmin blog buzzs the events, projects, training, and administrative activities in Youthnet. It is updated by our diligent and professional Youthnet admin staff. So make full use of the information and be in the loop of what's going on in youthnet always and FOREVER!

New Links!

2006-01-15T22:58:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone! We have put up 4 new links under "Let's GO!"

Pastor YCYP G12 Tribe Blog
Pastor HG & SF Tribe Blog
Pastor Jeffery & Rachal Tribe Blog
Pastor Seng Lee & Josephine Tribe Blog

Always connecting you to God's people. So Check them out & stay tune!

Send us mails!

2006-01-11T10:35:00.000-08:00

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Write for Christ?

2006-01-11T00:19:00.000-08:00

Hi dudes and duettes, The day we came to Expo, is the day God opened Heaven's gate to new and exciting things! I'm joshua Kwah. Part of the youthnet team setting up the YOUTHNET OFFICIAL WEBSITE. This blog you see here is NOT the official site. It'll be way better. Nonetheless, this blog will serve as an avenue for youthnet youths to start gathering and talking! Writing is a gift. It can be used to change lives for Christ. We are looking for writers who are able to write in a Godly leader's perspective in regards to the topics as listed. To write in a way that can not only express yourself but also influence the youths by sharing Godly insights. It takes more than talent to write this, it takes a heart after God's own heart to write in a way that changes lives. In this blog, youths will read and comment our articles, and you can comment back, creating interaction and friendships. This also broadens your knowledge of youth culture, youth psychology, youth issues..etc. It can even teach you to counsel, to advice, to listen and I am sure, writing will take on a higher plane for you. More importantly, I am sure you will feel the heart of God calling out to a generation. You are shaping a generation's mind and heart in your words. Inspire them Christwards. And your walk with God will grow with understanding and character as you serve. Any of you/your people want to respond to this call? Just leave a buzz. We'll check you out! For now, let's go, write for Christ! Joshua Kwah