28/03/2010

What happened last week... was our dear UNCLE SEGAR gave us a talk, concerning 'something to leave you all with'. The following below would be my attempt to summarize and convey all that he has said to us.

Posing us with one big, all-important question: "Who are you?", the scripture verses he chose for that day was from Leviticus 18:1-5, which reads:

"1The LORD said to Moses, 2"Speak to the Israelites and say to them: 'I am the LORD your God. 3You must not do as they do in Egypt, where you used to live, and you must not do as they do in the land of Canaan, where I am bringing you. Do not follow their practices. 4You must obey my laws and be careful to follow my decrees. I am the LORD your God. 5Keep my decrees and laws, for the man who obeys them will live by them. I am the LORD.' " "

Notice from the verses that the sentence "I am the LORD your God" has been repeated so many times. Was it that the Israelites had bad memory, or were they deaf? Neither. The repitition was done deliberately, and possessed much more profound significance. God doesn't change throughout eternity, right? So coming back to the 21st century, He is actually telling us too, "I am the LORD your God". YOUR God. He is 100% percent personal with you, and He takes you seriously. Because He loves you so much, He is a jealous God; not the type of jealousy we have when we suspect our boyfriend is out with another girl, but an affection and 'love that a father has for his children'.

Going back to the very first question we were asked, "Who are you?". Do you say, "I'm a district basketball player." or "I'm a world-class pianist."? Now, considering these 2 situations, what happens when you stop playing basketball because you are too old? Or if you had a neural disorder and you can't control your fingers anymore? What would you be then?? Segar used himself as an example of failing a test. Just because he failed a test, does that mean he is a failure? No. It just means he has failed a test, full-stop. This only proves one thing, that what you DO isn't YOU. Your achievements and failures in your entire lifetime, doesn't, I repeat, DOESN'T define you. This brings Segar to his point. Verse 3 says "You must not do as they do in Egypt, where you used to live,". Don't be controlled or shackled by your past, because they simply don't make you who you really are.

The same principle applies for your future. What you are going to be, also is not YOU. Verse 3 continues, "...and you must not do as they do in the land of Canaan, where I am bringing you." One day you will be a renowned manager or actor, but remember, that doesn't represent you.

In that case, who are you, really?? You are God's child. And like I've mentioned, God is personal. You belong only to Him. Whether you have great achievements as a scientist or a humanitarian, you are still God's child. Notice that no matter what happens, it doesn't change the fact that you are God's child.

Ending here, I would leave you all with what Segar said, "If there was one thing I could leave you all with, it would be this question:"Who are you?". Your heart belongs to God."

Youth Camp '10 Challenging Status Quo

Sorry for the late updates.. Here's the Youth Camp update!

Our theme : Challenging Status Quo

Here's

DAY 1

In the bus, on the way to Eagle Ranch, Port Dickson.

And in between it was a little mischief.

The beautifully made name tags.
To those who went to the camp, PLEASE keep them with care!

Finally arrived at Eagle Ranch. Port Dickson

And while waiting for the room keys, the boys decided to play around.
Note : Look at Roy

Our very own meeting hall. =D

At the Obstacle Course where we went through many challenges. Youths were being briefed about the challenges and what we must do.

What we need was locomotion

Teamwork

Balance

Speed

More teamwork

and more teamwork!
WOO HOO!!

We finally settled down after the hectic activity, bath and went back to the hall for our first session.

The speaker of the Youth Camp, Pastor Victor Gonzalez!
*claps claps claps*

DAY 2

We started off with one sermon session with Pastor Gonzalez and then during the afternoon, we had a game.

Yes. It was a game that needs ample of space

and these babies!!

With good aiming skills

and getting ALL WET!

After the water gun game, we went for another game that requires courage because we need to climb up high High HIGH up.

Yup. The game isn't on the ground. It was way up high.

That's Ryan up there. It's a tough game. Even the boys' legs were shaking while they were up there. One of a kind experience!

And at night we had another session with Pastor Gonzalez.

Day 3

In the morning, we had a simple and last session with Pastor Gonzalez before lunch and after lunch we packed and got ready to go home.

The boys had a little jam session

While everyone chilled at the hall waiting for the bus

And in the bus, some are still hyped up, some were tired and asleep.

For more pictures, click HERE!! and also HERE!!

God Bless!!

Coming Soon

Alright Youths, there is a lot of photos to upload and a lot of explanations to do for the upcoming post on the Youth Camp 2010! So many things has happened!!

So be patient a little and wait for it. =D

YOUTH CAMP 2010!!!

It is almost here!! For those of you who're joining the camp, don't expect it to be all strict or intensive; contrary to that, I can tell you that this camp would be a time for you to slow down, chill and relax; just having a good rest from your busy school life.

Please make sure that you all reach Wesley Methodist Church Klang by 10.00a.m. on the 18th of March (Thursday), so that unnecessary delays would be avoided. The camp would be 3 days and 2 nights, so you don't have to bring too many clothes, but make sure you have enough. =)

See you all there!!!

[Attn.] Bookmark sales

ATTENTION to all!!

The bookmark sales will be delayed because we "tak sempat" finish. The main reason, we didn't have enough girl power to do. So, I'm opening up to guys who have gentle hands that are available. We are going to meet up again this Sunday at 5pm at Aunty Elaine's house to do as many as we can. Then, we'll sell it all on the 14th of March. Please, please, please. We need all the man/girl power we can get for this bookmark. It's seriously detailed and slow in process. Therefore, if you sign up for this, please eat (the fruit of the spirit: Patience) before you come. We really appreciate all the help we can get. Thanks!

-Jonah

B-)

How has everyone been doing? Good? Bad? Emo(tional)? Ecstatic?

Whatever you're feeling right now, this Sunday (7th of March 2010) we're having our fund raising activities! =) Which include selling cupcakes, handmade bookmarks and the very nutritious 'serai' drink.

F.y.i. we're making all the things stated above. Although now is kinda late to inform you guys, I'd still do. Girls, you all will be finishing up the bookmarks TODAY. For more info, contact Jonah. Guys, you all will be making the cupcakes on Saturday (6th of March 2010). Since we're shifting at different times, make sure you remember the time slot that you have agreed to take over.

Last but not least, let's pray that the church will give us their full support on Sunday; after all, that's the most important phase in the whole fund raising activity, right?

One more thing, today marks the 16th birthday of none other than.........................

HENG WEI!!!

So special wishes to her. Happy birthday. =)
See you guys this coming Sunday!