Elevate Youth Camp 2009

"Awesome" is the only word I could think of to describe the splendid Elevate Youth Camp, and I certainly still couldn't get enough of it.

The presence of God was so strong and the worship time was just lovely.

The people there were fun to talk to, and fellowship time was incomparable.

The message from Evangelist Carl Butler overwhelming and revealing.

I seriously would like to give praise and thank God for pouring His anointing and filling us with the Holy Spirit and thank God for the people around us in camp, whom we could fearlessly share our pain and sorrow.

Last but not least, I would also thank God for the games committee, namely Arnold, Jia Chek, Jia Chiun, Naomi, John M., for the games would not be even close to success without their assistance. Although sleeping at 3ish every day was certainly hectic and stressful, but I enjoyed being with you guys and getting to know you all better.

I certainly believe God would lead us through a journey of life we would never forget, and I trust in Him to bring us to greater heights and greater depths as long as we continue a long lasting intimate love relationship with Him. Help us LORD to persist our love with You, and to be faithful at all times. In Jesus Name, AMEN!!

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Reminder: This is Going to be Yet Another Emo Post

The very minutes of this night I seriously feel pretty confused, trying very hard to hold on to the most optimistic view point I could possibly draw. The stress is making me so uncomfortable and eventually tearing me apart bit by bit.

The very dreams I had throughout live seems to vanish into dust, and confidence I once had about everything failed to strengthen my feet to keep me going. All these days, I often take breaks and spend intimate time with movies, for I believe it can be very educational and revealing.

Camp is here in like 1 day, and I totally lost myself, not a good start I guess. I just sincerely pray for God to pull me back up, and quench my thirst for the answers I am waiting.

Awesome Almighty God

Just went through three tiring days facilitating games at the prestigious VBS Camp. Honestly, the camp was splendid. It provided me time to bond with some fellow church mates namely Yee Shern, Jarrel, Alicia, Arthur, Jason, David, Sofia, Jin Yin, Melody, Wykit, Mei Li, Nicole, Noel etc., to learn drums (for around an hour?) from Jarrel my very helpful games partner, and most importantly to praise God and reconcile with Him.

To be truthful, my prayer time greatly reduced due to devilish temptations all around. The main power supply to push me back up came from the worships, and of course Jesus who directed the songs to play a role in my heart. Aunt Liling's message also somehow seemed to speak to the deepest part of my heart.

The 2 worship songs I loved was Because and All Things. Since the lyrics are all very catchy, I would post them here LOL!

Because

Because He gave His life
Because He bled and died
Because He rose again, I come

And I admit to God I am a sinner
And I repent and turn away from all my sin
I believe that Jesus is the son of God
And that He came into the world to save us all
And I confess my faith in Jesus as my Savior and my Lord
And I do this because of His great love

Because He loves me so
Because He makes me whole
Because He is my friend, I come

(chorus)

For the wages of sin is death
But the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ

(chorus)

So will you admit to God you are a sinner
And will you repent and turn away from all your sin
Will you believe that Jesus is the son of God
And that He came into the world to save us all
you confess your faith in Jesus as your Savior and your Lord
Will you do this, will you do this, will you do this
because of His great love

All Things

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me
I will do my best to do what God says
I will obey everyday and trust Him to take care of me
in all things

Jesus helps me to do what I never thought I could
He shows me how all things work together for my good
So I will follow God's perfect plan for me
I will not be afraid of the future because I believe

In all things I will trust Him
In all things I will love Him
In all things I will praise Him
In all things I will obey Him

Random Update

Well, it's been awhile since I've updated to my almost dying blog. Hmm, I seriously have no idea or intention to post anything important or sort, that's why it's called a random update.

Lately, nothing seems to be cool, I just have the feeling that people aren't being that nice, maybe it's just me, but I really hope I could discover the underlying reason.......Not that I give a shit, but well, it's still good to understand why they are acting different.

To be frank, I am having finals in like 2 weeks from now, a guest m.c. invitation which would need some practice, youth camp games preparation, CKC camp games preparation, piano classes and more..... A peak time in my year I would say, and I still don't feel like doing anything...LOL

Honestly, motivation is fading away, I lack the strength to move on, it's just like I wanna throw all things aside and travel to somewhere sweet. I don't know why this is coming up, but yea, it's there in the deepest part of my heart.

And about the piano lesson thingy, a major reason why I retook the course was because of a Korean drama, no joke, I am always doing things out of fresh sparks. Well, the drama is called Beethoven Virus, and I love the series, it reminded me of how important the performance stage is in my life, it's like my all, I am used to be with it, and would want to continue living on it.

Since I left high school, life has just been common, I mean ordinary, and I just despise living ordinarily. I like a life with lots and lots of ups and downs, it's just me I guess. Some of my friends who share the same feeling would understand how this boring HELP is dragging us into a pit of ignorance, or maybe just because we allowed it to.

Ending this blog with a prayer as usual, "Father LORD, help me to find the suitable stage I could perform, help me to perform for You. In Jesus Name, AMEN."

Before I forget, I would like to share the Drama's OST as well.

Reticence

Without faith, it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.

[Hebrews 11:6]

If anyone ever pondered why I wasn't updating my supposedly frequently updated blog, the only reason I would claim is the lack of posting materials due to the thoroughly ordinary days that flew by.

Personally I was pretty quiet throughout the week, and it seriously didn't require extreme inspection skills to realize that a pretty huge number of people around me are facing quite some problems in their lives.

My recently developed characteristics somehow served as a beautifully constructed barrier that prevented me from stepping into other people's business unless they are somewhat concerning me or someone close to me.

Deep down heart, I always had a strong on-going struggle.

Regardless of how much I desire people to care for me, I am somewhat terrible at visualizing this desire through expression. Whenever being tossed a "Are you ok?" question, my response is so very programed in a sense with the default answer "yes", yet sometimes without really meaning it. What's worst is that if that someone who cared for me kept pestering with the same message over and over, I often get so pissed off that I put them down with terrible words that busted out of my mouth without understanding its appropriateness or whatsoever.

On the other hand, contradicting to my robust feeling to reach out to people I care or love, I am always pretending that it doesn't mean a damn thing to me. The curiosity of my heart concerning his/her well-being might be driving me crazy, but on my appearance, it might just be a random stare or even just a simply meaningless smile.


I know I know......but.....it is just so hard to tear this veil down.

Sometimes I put blame to the fact that I am the only child, I am used to solving problems despite it's difficulty or miserableness to the extend that even if I breakdown lost and unseen, I am unwilling to dial for HELP. Maybe that's why I end up in HELP university I guess, LOL (pure lame joke xD)

In conclusion however, I would like to give praise to God for that I knew Him as my personal LORD and savior and seeking Him first would definitely be my one and only solution when it comes to torturing dilemma. In addition, I would like to thank Him as well for showing me that there are people outside there who are facing unsociable problem I am having and I pray that one day we will both find a solution to rip that envelop we hide ourselves in. I have faith, that the day will come. AMEN.

HELP Christian Fellowship Camp

Honestly speaking, my emotions fluctuated up and down a lot during this camp, but the mask hindered the emotional break-down times well, and fortunately no one actually realized. However, overall, it's an awesome camp for it was a time for me to calm my heart and seek the direction instructed by Him.

The companion of emptiness is a fearful one. Sometimes, we really question His ways.

I've never wondered whether God's direction was the best, but at intervals, I do doubt whether they are best for me.

I somehow got His answer regarding this uncertainty.

As humans, I am pretty sure we sometimes don't even know what we want, and which path is appropriate for us. However, there is good news.

God knows us, His understanding of us is beyond what you imagine, He knows us more than we know ourselves and therefore He chooses the best possible out of us. If we decide to ignore His calling and refuse to live according to His ways, we might obtain something we desire presently but spend the rest of our lives regretting having it.

It is a difficult choice to make and maybe unreasonable in human perspective, and I myself fail to listen many times, but I am sure, God is good all the time, and He awaits for us to come back to Him.

I therefore would like to thank God for every situations I'm put through, and apologize that I might still need His patience for sometime, to enable me to once again put that armor on. In Jesus Name, Amen.

Feelings of A Non-Business Material Student Before Exam

I just wanna sing....
It's hard for I have like 18 hours to my exam and I haven't done studying........


With no desires to progress.....

Pride

Seriously, when I think back of the incidences I've been through, I thank God for forgiving me, I was unworthy, foolish......

Sometimes as we progress in the Christian Walk, we tend to forget the fundamental basis of being Christians. Today, I got awakened by John of the word HUMBLE.

God is always faithful, He gently awaits us to have this intimate love relationship with Him.

Sometime ago, I was questioning about my experience and walk with God, for that somethings haven't been happening for awhile. It's like it vanished all of a sudden, and again it comes back to this word HUMBLE.

John quoted that many worship leaders who initially served God strayed away because of pride. It's when you're in front, that you tend to forget what brought you there.

At the beginning, we all prayed for humility, we prayed for joy, for love, for Godly wisdom. But sooner or later when we experienced God and truly believed in Him, we did not move on the way He intended. On the contrary, we kept asking for more, we desire more good, and we seek recognition.

God takes initiative to have a relationship with us, He wants to achieve His plans through us. We are not the ones to demand, but to listen, to adjust our lives to live in line with His footsteps.

Today in CF, while we worshiped, I saw an endless road in a dry land, with no dividers. My understanding tells me that, God wanted to show me that the Christian path is long, and it is harsh, with no turn-backs, but the far land in front would be promising.

*It looks something like this*

Father Lord, I repent for pride while I serve You, I repent for not being REAL enough towards You. Guide me with the Holy Spirit, feel me with hunger for Your Words, make me HUMBLE at all cost, and never allow me to stray from You. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.

Purpose

As you all know, I participated in 30 Hour Famine awhile ago. For me, it's a wonderful experience and I really thank God for giving me wonderful group mates which comprises of 7 fellas from SMK Seafield, Jenny from Help Psychology, Jennifer (Jenny's sister), and Angeline. It was awesome to see some familiar church faces, like Jin Yin, Wyman, Melody, Arnold and of course the inviter John.

The games are pretty meaningful and seriously through it I know I was molded for a purpose. For those who didn't come, too bad, but you can share the joy by looking at this team as they finished their huts they were suppose to live in.

Cool aint it? It's purely made of card boxes, newspaper, and strings. NO JOKES!

For an insight of what I felt, It was never easy being a group leader. The main issue that bothered me was that despite sleeping 2 hours the previous day and all that hunger, I've got to show enthusiasm and appear participative. I would like to say thank you to my group mates for they never blamed me and attended to my lame jokes and sort.

Day time activities were energy consuming but then it all soothes down at night.

See, what I meant by soothing~ LOL~

In the next morning, we were leaving for the concert at Bukit Jalil. In my opinion, it is pretty much chinese dominated, and due to the fact that I am leading an english group, it seemed gloomy. Everyone was tired and hungry, and all I hoped for is that time pass by soon enough that I would not die starving. Seriously, even Ah Mei didn't get me excited. =.=

Deep down my heart, I realize how uncontented we are. The situation out there is getting pretty bad, food crisis is pwndering the whole world and yet some brainless freaks are still worsening the situation with the FUCKIN biofuel development. I know people would think that I am crazy for being mad, but I just can't tolerate a child's laughter being slaughtered by advancement of technology. I would rather have a deserted world filled with happy people.

People out there need help, and you and I can make a difference!! Use our intellectual skills for the correct purpose and shine for God, live to serve as He died serving US!

These children need our help, they deserve the rights to live just as our blessed offsprings. Give them the happiness they need, for even by looking at the smiles of the children triggers tears, for I know it takes more than you imagine to put it on.

Day 40

Theme: Celebrating our Independence and Praying for the Future of the Nation

Scriptures:

[Numbers 6:25]

the LORD make his face shine upon you
and be gracious to you;

[Isaiah 62:1-4]

For Zion's sake I will not keep silent,
for Jerusalem's sake I will not remain quiet,
till her righteousness shies out like the dawn,
her salvation like a blazing torch.
The nations will see your righteousness,
and all kings your glory;
you will be called by a new name
that the mouth of the LORD will bestow.
You will be a crown of splendor in the LORD's hand,
a royal diadem in the hand of your God.
No longer will they call you Deserted,
or name your land Desolate.
But you will be called Hephzibah,
and your land Beulah;
for the LORD will take delight in you,
and your land will be married.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Praise God for 52 years of independence, peace and harmony. May God's favour be continually upon us that we will continue to dwell in peace and safety

2. Pray that the future of this nation will be built upon justice, righteousness, fairness and integrity. O Lord, make the Church a blessing to this nation!

3. Uphold the national prayer rally tonight at FGA KL, for the speaker and God's presence to be manifested

Personals:

O man, I can't believe it's the last day of the 40 days of prayer for our nation. And tomorrow will be our Merdeka Day! I don't really fancy such celebration and had never been part of the events and activities, but I do acknowledge the fact that we've been an integrated nation for 52 years already and pray to God for His blessing to be poured out on this land that we would continue to enjoy peace and harmony. I pray that the future of this nation would be a glorious one, one that we would be proud with, and manifestation of the Holy Spirit will continue to take place, and more souls be saved and healed. Let there be passion in the people's heart LORD, and we love, we could conquer all darkness and evil. In Jesus Name' AMEN!

Day 39

Theme: All Christian as Watchmen

Scriptures:

[Isaiah 62:6-7]

I have posted watchmen on your walls, O Jerusalem;
they will never be silent day or night.
You who call on the LORD,
give yourselves no rest,
and give him no rest till he establishes Jerusalem
and makes her the praise of the earth.

[Amos 9:13]

"The days are coming," declares the LORD,
"when the reaper will be overtaken by the plowman
and the planter by the one treading grapes.
New wine will drip from the mountains
and flow from all the hills.

Prayer Subjects:

1. All Christians to be awakened and take up the roles as watchmen over the nation

2. Plead for a spirit of intercession and supplication to come upon every believer to pray for the revival of this nation

3.God to raise up labourers, sowers and reapers for the coming wave of revival and national harvest

Personals:

"The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few" [Luke 10:2], as Christians we have got to equip ourselves well for the return of Jesus Christ our LORD and savior. We must ensure that we ourselves as citizens of Malaysia would play a role to safeguard the country God granted us with. So come on people, let's pray hard. In Jesus Name' AMEN.

Day 37

Theme: Government to Preserve the Nation as a Secular State

Scripture:

[Psalms 2:8]

Ask of me,
and I will make the nations your inheritance,
the ends of the earth your possession.


Prayer Subjects:

1. Government will give itself totally over to the service and benefit of the Rakyat (citizen) and aspire to bring progress for all as its all surpassing mission

2. Our fundamental rights and liberties as a pluralist-civil society may remain in place

3. Extremist elements will not change and transform this nation as a secular state

(*A pluralist is basically someone who oppose a definite interpretation , and a secular state simply means that we are neutral in matters of religion.)

Personals:

O Father LORD, I pray that the government of our nation would consider the well-being of the people above anything else, especially their pockets. I want to thank you LORD for the freedom we have to worship You, our one and only Abba, and pray that no one would ever deprive us from this right. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.

Day 36

Theme: A Just and Effective Education System

Scripture:

[Proverbs 22:6]

Train a child in the way he should go,
and when he is old he will not turn from it.

Prayer Subjects:

1. For truth and excellence to be restored to our education system that all learning curriculum and syllabus shall be wholesome and educational

2. Against unhealthy elements and unjust policies in our education institution that divide the races and sow seeds of discord, hatred, suspicion and distrust among our students

3. Greater racial unity to be fostered among the students, educators, and administrators in these educational institutions

4. God to raise up Christians to enter the education field and infuse it with godly, fair and righteous values

Personals:

Growing-up in Independent Chinese Medium School, I face less conflict with races, cause there are only a handful of Malays, and Indians in our school. Personally however, I love mixing up with people from different race, as long as they are nice. I quote people for who they are, and not what color their skin is. Nevertheless, I still want to pray for racial issues in our nation would submerse into a black hole, and that it never rise again. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.

Day 35

Theme: Care for Extended Family

Scriptures:

[Deuteronomy 5:16]

"Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that you may live long and that it may go well with you in the land the LORD your God is giving you."

[1 Timothy 5:3-4]

Give proper recognition to those widows who are really in need. But if a widow has children or grandchildren, these should learn first of all to put their religion into practice by caring for their own family and so repaying their parents and grandparents, for this is pleasing to God.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Ask for forgiveness if we have not honoured and loved our elderly parents or relatives

2.For God's love to touch the many who are aged and are living without care from their loved ones

3.For all Christian families who care for the elderly and aged that they will model and showcase a loving, caring and compassionate community

4. More Christian homes to care for the elderly and sick to be established

Personals:

Deep down my heart I seriously acknowledge that my compassion and love for my relatives and grandparents just don't exist. I repent, LORD for the lack of love instilled in me. Father LORD, blessed those who are abandoned intentionally or unintentionally by their loved ones, and may the Christian families around lend a hand in rebuilding their broken hearts. I pray LORD, that your people will establish homes to cater for the elderly and sick and that Your blessing be upon them. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.

Day 34

Theme: The Family and Household as the Foundation for a Healthy Nation

Scriptures:

[Genesis 12:3b]

and all people on earth
will be blessed through you.

[Colossians 3:18-21]

Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord.

Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.

Children, obey your parent sin everything, for this pleases the Lord.

Fathers, do not embitter your children, our they will become discouraged.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Families to align their lives with godly values and principles and for family altars to be established

2. Christian families to seek to be a positive influence wherever they are - work, play, school or home - thereby being role models to society

3. Raising up Christian families to be a prayer force to change the destiny of families and nation and beyond

4. The Holy spirit to empower parents to be fathers and mothers to their children and for healing and reconciliation between parents and children

Personals:

O Father Lord, I pray that families that are facing hardship in their relationship with each other will be released from the complication and reconcile with each other. I also pray that families will place their basis on the godly values and principles so that it will turn out to be good. Christian families are obliged to act as role models towards the unsaved once in all perspective that we may shine for Him. In Jesus Name' AMEN.

Day 33

Theme: Christians as Good Moral Citizens

Scriptures:

[Titus 2:6-8]

Similarly, encourage the young men to be self-controlled. IN everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us.

[2 Timothy 2:22]

Flee the evil desires of youth, and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Christians to be vigilant (cautious) and to live exemplary lives in our society community and so let God's light shine through us

2. Authorities may have the wisdom and will to arrest social problems and CLEAN UP SOCIETY from all moral and social decay such as drug/ ecstasy (high) pill addiction/ trafficking, pornography

3. The youth and younger generation will imbibe godly and kingdom values and reject worldly influences of moral and social decay

Personals:

It is obvious that the generations to come are the hope of the future, I just pray that God will instill a compassionate and righteous heart that they may obey Your commands and live examplary lives. In Jesus Name' AMEN.

Day 32

Theme: Restoring Justice and Equity

Scriptures:

[Psalms 89:14-18]

Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne;
love and faithfulness go before you.
Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you,
who walk in the light of your presence, O LORD.
They rejoice in your name all day long;
they exult in your righteousness.
For you are their glory and strength,
and by your favor you exalt our horn.
Indeed, our shield belongs to the LORD,
our king to the Holy One of Israel.

Once you spoke in a vision,
to your faithful people you said:
"I have bestowed strength on a warrior;
I have exalted a young man from among the people."

Prayer Subjects:

1. The Lord's presence to sweep through the land: that the Holy Spirit may really purge this nation of the ills and evils of corruption

2. Against nepotism (favoritism) and cronyism ( to give authority based on relationship but not capabilities), restoring justice, equity and righteousness

3. That the wealth and economic benefits will filter down to all people

Personals:

I decided to come out with this blog earlier than expected for that I will not be able to post this due to my participation in 30 hour famine 4 hours from now! Well, praying for the guidance of the spirit to be with me, to be able to gain awareness for the helpless, restless, and hopeless people out there.

Citizens of Malaysia should acknowledge the fact that we are really fortunate to be blessed, and should be contented. Why would we give way to unrighteousness to kick in while we are capable of living a life of righteousness. Don't wait for the Lord to pour out His wrath on us, for it will be too late.

Day 31

Theme: Christian Businessmen Upholding Integrity and Righteousness

Scriptures:

[Psalms 37:23-29]

If the LORD delights in a man's way,
he makes his steps firm;
though he stumble, he will not fall,
for the LORD upholds him with his hand.

I was young and now I am old.
yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken
or their children begging bread.
They are always generous and lend freely;
their children will be blessed.

Turn from evil and do good;
then you will dwell in the land forever.
For the LORD loves the just
and will not forsake his faithful ones.

They will be protected forever,
but the offspring of the wicked will be cut off;
the righteous will inherit the land
and dwell in it forever.

[Isaiah 60:5]

Then you will look and be radiant.
your heart will throb and swell with joy;
the wealth on the seas will be brought to you,
to you the riches of the nations will come.

Prayer Subjects:

1. All Christians to renounce and be free from every trace of greed and corruption

2.Christian businessmen to uphold integrity and righteousness in their dealing and to be His salt and light

3.Christian businessmen to be faithful stewards who release their wealth to evangelism and kingdom building-initiatives

Personals:

Bless Your People in this land O LORD, touch their hearts that they would remember who is their guide and deliverer, that they will not sin against you by greed and corruption. Dealings must be of righteousness and parts of earnings should be catered for His kingdom. For it is His will to use You as a labour of harvest, sing praise for His glory. In Jesus Name' Amen

Day 30

Theme: Enforcement Agencies Against Corruption

Scriptures:

[Proverbs 6:35]

He will not accept any compensation;
he will refuse the bribe, however great it is.

[Psalms 26:11-12]

But I lead a blameless life;
redeem me and be merciful to me.

My feet stand on level ground;
in the great assembly I will praise the LORD.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Continue to expose and to root out every corruption practice in all agencies

2. The enforcement authorities may be truly responsible and carry out their duties without fear or favour

3. Enforcement authorities and citizens may be able to cooperate with each other to stem out corruption and corrupt practices in all sectors of life

Personals:

In this land of ours, corruption surely is a big issue, and the agencies don't seem to be effective enough to serve even as a pain killer. Reason? The essence of it sums up in prayer subject two, they are not responsible, and even if intended, it somehow turns up that favor or fear towards the higher authorities exist. The "SIKAP TAK APA" of the Malaysian citizens contributed to this pile of shit too, as everyone is bribing, why shouldn't I? So, please LAH! Take a stand and do not let bribary pollute the minds of the younger generation, it affects the economy you know? It's a leakage, and I hope everyone out there is bright enough to understand that.

day 29

Theme: Believers to Engage and participate Against Corruption

Scriptures:

[Philippians 2:12-16]

Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed - not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence - continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose.

Do everything without complaining or arguing, sot that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe as you hold out the word of life - in order that I may boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor for nothing.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Believers to be blameless and to hold fast to truth and integrity

2. For more Christians to come forward and be involved in efforts to eradicate corruption and corrupt practices in all sectors of life

3. For Christians who are already involved in this area of work: that the Church may back them up and support their efforts in every way possible

4. That efforts by individuals and organizations to monitor and check on corruption will truly be effective

Personals:

O Father Lord, strengthen Your people in righteousness, that they would never give way to corruption and evil deeds, Christians to involve in the efforts to eradicate corruption issues and practices in our nation and bless those who are already in this sector, and guide them with the Holy Spirit and the backup of the body of Christ. In Jesus Name' Amen.

Day 28

Theme: Christians in Authority Against Corruption

Scriptures:

[Micah 6:8]

He has showed you, O man, what is good.
And what does the LORD require of you?
To act justly and to love mercy
and to walk humbly with your God.

[Exodus 23:7-8]

Have nothing to do with a false charge and do not put an innocent or honest person to death, for I will not acquit the guilty.
"Do not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds those who see and twists the words of the righteous.
"Do not oppress an alien; you yourselves know how it feels to be aliens, because you were aliens in Egypt.

Prayer Subjects:

1. That Christians in position of authority, whether as MPs or in the civil service, to be against corruption, living lives and serving in moral righteousness

2. That the Church may have the moral courage to speak out and make known all forms of corruption

Personals:

Christians in position of authority should play a role model towards the others in regards to this matter. Corruption can be seen as a fruit of evil which bears from the sin nature of human. We must cut these roots and set our country righteous, and that couldn't be done without the intervene of God. So pray hard people.

Day 27

Theme: Moral Righteousness and Ethics to prevail

Scriptures:

[Amos 5:24]

But let justice roll on like a river,
righteousness like a never-failing stream!

Prayer Subjects:

1. That the LORD may convict our national leaders to uphold moral righteousness to be corrupt-free and against all forms of corruption

2. For civil service and civil servants in every government ministry

3. For all citizens of Malaysia: that we will all cherish and value corrupt-free practices and be against all corruption


Personals:

It is time for us to say "NO" to not only SMOKING but also RASUAH. I repent for that once in my life that I give in and paid RM40 under the table, and I swear I would never do that again! (In other news, some truly anti-corruption police are recording the process with their cellphones to ensure that once you offer to bribe, you get caught. ) So, let's not break the law in the first place, and if committed unintentionally, pay the full price for our lessons. LOL

Day 26

Theme: Church as the Agent of Truth and Light

Scriptures:

[Colossians 1:10-14]

And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the kingdom of light. For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.


Prayer Subjects:

1. To repent if we have not upheld truth and righteousness

2. Confess and seek forgiveness for our indifference and failures in not making known corrupt practices of public nature


Personals:

Father Lord, have mercy on us, for we are always tempted to comply with the standards and norms of the world, and lost sights for truth and righteousness. Give us clean hands, and give us pure hearts Lord. In Jesus Name' Amen.

Day 25

Theme: Impacting and Transforming Society

Scriptures:

[Isaiah 40:3-5]

A voice of one calling:
"In the desert prepare
the way for the LORD;
make straight in the wilderness
a highway for our God.
Every valley shall be raised up,
every mountain and hill made low;
the rough ground shall become level,
the rugged places a plain.
And the glory of the LORD will be revealed,
and all mankind together will see it.
For the mouth of the LORD has spoken."


Prayer Subjects:

1. Beseech the LORD for the transformation of lives, beginning in us, overflowing to our society and nation by the power of God

2. Christian participation and involvement will bring impact and real transformation to society and the nation

3. God's grace and favour as well as protection be on the Church as we engage in the affairs of the nation

4. The Churches to be a cutting edge in nation building


Personal:

O Mighty LORD, transform our society and nation, bring new souls to our family as we strive hard towards a better tomorrow, and awaken compassion in the heart of your people for their care for others prevail before any other. Have Your hand over them and guide them as they participate in the public fields and show your strength through solid results. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.

Day 24

Theme: Removing Hindrances that Obstruct Transformation

[Isaiah 57:14-15]

And it will be said:

"Build up, build up, prepare the road!
Remove the obstacles out of the way of my people."
For this is what the high and lofty One says-
he who lives forever, whose name is holy:
"I live in a high and holy place,
but also with him who is contrite and lowly in spirit,
to revive the spirit of the lowly
and to revive the heart of the contrite.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Confess and renounce our attitude of maintaining a "status quo" attitude and self-interest

2. Christians to be liberated from the forces of market capitalism and remove idols in our lives

3. Remove every spirit of control, intimidation, manipulation and fear that obstruct change for the welfare of the people

Personals:

Sometimes we just refrain from going out from our own circles and reaching out to those who are in need, and we take our self-interest much highly above everyone else. Idols of our heart must be removed, and one veil is that of capitalism. Create in us a strong and pure heart so that we may strive the distance for you LORD. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.

Day 23

Theme: Christians to Take Part in the Public Arena

Scriptures:

[Isaiah 42:1]

"Here is my servant, whom I uphold,
my chosen one in whom I delight;
I will put my Spirit on him
and he will bring justice to the nations.

[Isaiah 42:6-8]

I, the LORD, have called you in righteousness;
I will take hold of your hand.
I will keep you and will make you
to be a covenant for the people
and a light for the Gentiles,
to open eyes that are blind,
to free captives from prison
and to release from the dungeon those who sit in darkness.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Churches to stand and to challenge their congregation to participate in public concerns

2. The Lord to raise more Christian workers in the public arena and field of work

3. The Lord's wisdom, strength and counsel be on all his servants who are engaged in the public square

4. The Church to be bold and courageous to speak out against the deprivation of rights and any unfair distribution of social goods

Personals:

O Father LORD, lead Your people into righteousness, participate them in public concerns and provide them with the wisdom, strength and counsel they need to work in the public squares. As a body of Christ, let's together say "NO" to injustice and put an end to the deprivation of rights dealt to the poor, oppressed and marginalized. In Jesus' Name I pray, AMEN.

Day 22

Theme: Interceding for Christian MPs and those Playing a Role in the Public
Square

Scripture:

[Isaiah 11:2-5]

The Spirit of The LORD will rest on him-
the Spirit of wisdom and of understanding,
the Spirit of counsel and of power,
the Spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the LORD-
and he will delight in the fear of the LORD.

He will not judge by what he sees with his eyes,
or decide by what he hears with his ears;
but with righteousness he will judge the needy,
with justice he will give decisions for the poor of the earth.
He will strike the earth with the rod of his mouth;
with the breath of his lips he will slay the wicked.
Righteousness will be his belt
and faithfulness the sash around his waist.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Christian politicians will be courageous, standing for justice and speaking to defend the poor, oppressed and marginalized.

2.God's protection, humility of service and protection against moral corruption upon all these servants

3. Other Christian workers in NGOs, social service organizations and other organizations, Christian activist and others who are contributing to the welfare of the nation


Personals:
It is commonly heard that sometimes when you're in something, you can't do somethings, and corruption seems to be an unavoidable issue in almost every political field anywhere. However, we are not of the World, we are not to conform to the norms of the World but of Gods' Kingdom. As Christians, we must be the example, the role model. Life is never easy, so don't complain. Father, I just wanna uphold all the Christians that are contributing in the nation's welfare, that they would have a clear mind, free from temptations of the devil, and use the Holy Spirits to guide them in making decision whenever necessary. In Jesus' Name AMEN.

Day 21

Theme: For a Fair and Righteous Judiciary


Scriptures:

[Proverbs 8:14-16]

Counsel and sound judgment are mine;
I have understanding and power.
By me kings reign
and rulers make laws that are just;
by me princes govern,
and all nobles who rule on earth.

[Leviticus 19:15]

"'Do not pervert justice; do not show partiality to the poor or favoritism to the great, but judge your neighbor fairly.'"


Prayer Subjects:

1. Judges to play their rightful role as arbitrators and dispensers of justice without fear or favour

2. All judicial personnel such as judges, administrative staff, lawyers maybe diligent in exercising their duties

3. That civil law will continue to be the law of the land and that the Rule of Law be upheld and respected.

Personals:

I just pray that God would sow a righteous seed in the hearts of the involved personnel in the judiciary system. That they would not have fear or favor nor laziness in carrying out their duties. In Jesus' Name I pray, AMEN.

Day 20

Theme: Interceding for Those in Authority

Scriptures:

[1 Timothy 2:1-4]

I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone-for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.

[Proverbs 14:34]

Righteousness exalts a nation,
but a sin is a disgrace to any people.


Prayer Subjects:

1. Bless those whom God has placed in authority over the nation

2. Uphold those in authority, members of the Executive, Judiciary and Parliament: that they may exercise power righteously with accountability

3. Against corruption in the authorities: that there will not be any misuse and abuse of Government funds

Personals:

We might not respect the person, but we must respect his authority. I pray for our prime minister for that he will take good care of our nation and lead us to prosperity and advancement. I pray that everyone in the authority would consider the interests of the people and react accordingly. And, that corruption would come to an end one day soon. Change the heart and mind of these people LORD. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.

Day 19

Theme: The Christian in the public Square

Scriptures:

[Esther 4:13-14]

He sent back this answer:" Do not think that because you are in the king's house you alone of all the Jews will escape. For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father's family will parish. And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this?"

Prayer Subjects:

1. Confess if you have kept your faith private and away from public concerns

2. That the Lord may renew your heart and mind for the involvement in the public square

3. Pray for Christians in the public square: for their eyes to be enlightened to the hope and calling in the public square and see the vast opportunity to be the letters of Christ through exemplary lives that are without hypocrisy, are righteous and wise in the dealings and treatment of others, without fear or favour, putting the welfare of others before self ambition or agenda.

Personals:

As Christians, we are not to be ashamed of ourselves, we must be proud. I pray that Christians voice out our faith and reach the public squares, and when involved, live a life of a role model towards the people, God chose you for a purpose, live up to it, and you will be blessed. In Jesus Name, AMEN

Day 18

Theme: Government's Role for the Migrants

Scriptures:

[Psalms 72:1-4]

Endow the king with your justice, O God,
the royal son with your righteousness.
He will judge your people in righteousness,
your afflicted ones with justice.
The mountains will bring prosperity to the people,
the hills the fruit of righteousness.
He will defend the afflicted among the people
and save the children of the needy;
he will crush the oppressor.


[Psalms 72:12-14]

For he will deliver the needy who cry out,
the afflicted who have no one to help.
He will take pity on the weak and the needy
and save the needy from death.
He will rescue them from oppression and violence,
for precious is their blood in his sight.

[Jeremiah 22:3]

This is what the LORD says: Do what is right. Rescue from the hand of his oppressor the one who has been robbed. Don no wrong or violence to the alien, the fatherless or the widow, and do not shed innocent blood in this place.


Prayer Subjects:

1. Pray that all rampant abuses against the migrants will cease

2. Th government to sincerely take steps to look into the plight and welfare of the migrants

3. Wisdom for the authorities to deal with rising criminal activities among the immigrants


Personals:

As I said yesterday, we are migrants if we leave this place of ours, our home, and if we are to be rampantly abused, will we feel good? So, why do it to them? The government plays an important role to safeguard the interest of the migrants as well, we need hospitality in this land to cater for this group of people. Rising criminal rates are conspicuous, but what are the factors that underlies in the depths? Could it be that they had no choice? In Jesus' Mighty name, I pray for your anointing among the government to care and love these people, and for people to lend out helping hands. AMEN

Day 17

Theme: Church Helping the Migrant People in Malaysia

Scriptures:

[Proverbs 14:31]

He who oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker,
but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.

[Proverbs 19:17]

He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD,
and he will reward him for what he has done.


Prayer Subjects:

1. Repent if we have exploited the migrant workers

2. Churches may extend practical help and a helping hand by offering a place of solace for their physical/ emotional needs

3. Christian homes to be opened for migrants to experience God's goodness, love and hospitality

4. When the migrants taste Christian hospitality and God's goodness, they will seek after Christ

5. For growth in the life of believers and the migrant fellowship groups


Personals:

I have always had an issue when people have this stereotypical view of migrants, and lay their comments and condemnation. Imagine if we left Malaysia and stood outside the other worlds, will we enjoy those stray eyes starring at you as if you've done something wrong? I pray that as christian we are nourished in love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, that we might learn to appreciate them as one of us, and treat them well as brothers and sisters, and lead them to the truth. After all, we are just human that God created in different areas. IN JESUS' NAME AMEN.

Day 16

Theme: Strong Church Amongst the Indigenous People of Peninsular Malaysia

Scripture:

[Ephesians 3:16-21]

I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your heart through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love surpasses knowledge-that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.

Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.

Prayer Subjects:

1. The Lord to raise up godly, strong and righteous leader amongst the indigenous people

2. Leaders to be filled with the fullness of God and to set godly example for the believers in their midst

3. Churches to be rooted in the Word and be strong in discipleship and reaching out to their own people

4. That the spiritual bondage and influence of other religions as well as the restrictions imposed to be broken


Personals:

In Jesus Name, I just pray that the indigenous people would have the fruit of the Spirits through the laying of your hands. Bring up righteous leaders that sets godly examples for their people and strengthen the churches with their discipleship and motivate them to root their lives in the Word and that spiritual bondage will be broken down. In Jesus Name' AMEN.

Day 15~

Theme: Helping the Indigenous People of Peninsular Malaysia

Scriptures:

[Isaiah 60:21-22]

Then will all your people be righteous
and they will possess the land forever.
They are the shoot I have planted,
the work of my hands,
for the display of my splendor.
The least of you will become a thousand,
the smallest a mighty nation.
I am the LORD;
in its time I will do this swiftly.


Prayer Subjects:

1. The Orang Asli in Malaysia: For their general welfare and well-being as a community of people

2.Pray that injustices and deprivation of rights that these indigenous people go through will cease

3. The government will be sincere and genuine to extend help to the indigenous people without ulterior motives

Personals:

O Father LORD, bless these people who are facing injustices and deprivation of rights. Take down the barriers that prevents us from living in harmony and build a strong heart filled with compassion and love in us, that we might love one another just like our Father loved us. Hidden veils of the government must be brought down and transparency must prevail. Let the indigenous be uphold and praise God for His mercy. In Jesus Name' AMEN.

Day 14

Theme: Helping the Churches in Smaller Areas and Other Towns

Scriptures:

[Acts 20:35]

In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the work the Lord Jesus himself said: 'It is more blessed to give than to receive.'

[2 Corinthians 9:8-15]

And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will be abound in every good work. As it is written:

"He has scattered abroad his gifts to the poor; his righteousness endures forever."

Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for the food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and thorough us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.

This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of God's people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. Because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, men will praise God for the obedience that accompanies your confession of the gospel of Christ, and for generosity in sharing with them and with anyone else. And in their prayers for you their hearts will go out to you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you. Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!

Prayer Subjects:

1. Churches in Peninsular Malaysia to be a blessing and to release their resources to help the churches in Sabah and Sarawak

2. Uphold churches who are facing difficulties, manpower and resources in the East Coast and smaller towns.

3. The smaller churches will work together with churches in Peninsular Ma;aysia for the common goal of loving our neighbours.


Personals:

I pray that churches in the East Coast will be blessed by God and God's wisdom to be with them to overcome any sense of difficulties that occurs. Our youth mission trip will be a trip to Sibu, and I just pray that we would be of a helping hand and it will be an effective and productive outreach. In Jesus Name' AMEN.

Day 13

Theme: Remembering the needs of the Church in Sabah and Sarawak

Scripture:

[Isaiah 64:1-9]

Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down,
that the mountains would tremble before you!
As when fire sets twigs ablaze
and causes water to boil,
come down to make your name known to your enemies
and cause the nation to quake before you!
For when you did awesome things that we did not expect,
you came down, and the mountains trembled before you,
Since ancient times no one has heard,
no ear has perceived,
no eye has seen any God besides you,
who acts on behalf of those who wait for him.
You come to the help of those who gladly do right,
who remember your ways.
But when we continued to sin against them,
you were angry,
How then can we be saved?
All of us have become like one who is unclean,
and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags;
we all shrivel up like a leaf,
and like the wind our sins sweep us away.
No one calls on your name
or strives to lay hold of you;
for you have hidden your face from us
and made us waste away because of our sins.

Yet, O LORD, you are our Father.
We are the clay, you are the potter;
we are the work of your hand.
Do not be angry beyond measure, O LORD;
do not remember our sins forever.
Oh, look upon us, we pray,
for we are all your people.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Fire of revival to sweep through Sabah and Sarawak to awaken every church to her role and calling for her state and nation.

2. Manifold wisdom of the Lord to be upon the Heads of churches, pastors, elders and leaders in the churches in Sabah and Sarawak as they deal with their community issues.

3. United prayer movement and vision for national transformation to meet the needs of the community there

4. Church to be fervent in evangelism and outreach to every people

Personals:

It is time for the body of Christ to play their role for the states and nations, and only through God's wisdom it can be done well. So, may the LORD give us wisdom to be strong and to fight for your KINGDOM. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.

Day 12

Theme: Concern for States of Sabah and Sarawak

Scripture:

[Isaiah 60:1-2 ]

"Arise, shine, for your light has come,
and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.
See, darkness covers the earth
and thick darkness is over the peoples,
but the LORD rises upon you
and his glory appears over you.


Prayer Subjects:

1. A fair and just government in Sabah and Sarawak; for the Sabah government to take steps to solve the illegal immigrant problem

2. Pray that the State Governments may rule and administer the States well, bringing benefits to the people

3. For a just and fair judiciary who will act to preserve the rights of the indigenous people, their cultural identity and religious heritage



Personals:

I am truthfully very sorry and ask for forgiveness from the LORD and of course the readers, for that I failed to upload this piece of work yesterday, I remembered, but I was just pure lazy and prepared to do it before bed, where my electricity broke down and leads everything to failure.

Well, I am not really familiar with Sabah and Sarawak, so I just generally pray for their welfare, and for God to move them and give them wisdom to solve the problems that bumps in. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.

Day 11

Theme: The Church- Evangelizing the Excluded

Scriptures:

[Romans 1:16]

I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes; first for the Jew, then for the Gentile.

[Romans 10:14-15]

How then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written, " How beautiful are the feet of those who brings good news!"

Prayer Subjects:

1. The Lord to be compassionate for the excluded in society such as the prostitutes, drug addicts, single moms, the homeless and neglected, etc.

2. Churches to network together with government agencies to help this group of people

3. Uphold the NGOs such as Malaysian Care or rehabilitation centres that reach out to these people

Personals:

The excluded of the society are quoted "EXCLUDED" solely because of our scorn and neglect. Prostitutes won't be prostitutes if there wasn't an underlying reason. Drug addicts are purely ignorant people who are lead to perish by wrong influences, single moms exist purely because of irresponsible men. We must learn to be compassionate as we pray for the Lord's forgiveness towards these people. The rehabilitation centres throughout Malaysia are doing their best to restructure the broken souls, and requires our support and help. I pray that Lord could show me a way that I would be of help. In Jesus' Name I pray, AMEN.

Day 10

Theme: The Church- Evangelizing the Poor

Scriptures:

[LUKE 4:18-19]

"The Spirit of the Lord is on me,
because he has anointed me
to preach good news to the poor.
He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners
and recovery of sight for the blind,
to release the oppressed,
to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor."


Prayer subjects:

1. To open doors of opportunities to witness and proclaim the Gospel to the poor and needy

2. Powerful visitation of the Holy Spirit to break bondages among the excluded and poor

3. Salvation for the excluded and poor


Personals:

As a soldier of the Kingdom of God, we are to equip ourselves well and to reach out to the souls of the poor and needy. Sometimes, I strongly feel the lack of compassion in my heart, I am too blinded with the so-called miseries of my own life that I neglect the fact that I am here to serve people. When the seeds are sowed, it is then the Holy Spirit's job to cast away spiritual blindness and enable them to be lead to the THE WAY. So, PRAY PEOPLE, PRAY!!!
IN JESUS NAME, AMEN.

Day 9

Theme: The Church- Action for the Poor

Scriptures:

In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. [Matthew 5:16]

[Proverbs 28:27]

He who gives to the poor will lack nothing,
but he who closes his eyes to them receives many curses.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Churches to have effective strategies to reach the poor and for the favour with the authorities to implement them

2.Our home groups/cells may be more accessible to all kinds of broken, hurting, poor and needy people



Personals:
The body of Christ must be motivated to reach those in need and pray hard that legal authorities would be more than willing to give us a helping hand. Community outreach of cells must also be frequent! So when is ours? LOL

Day 8

Theme: The Lower Income and Menial Workers

Scriptures:

[Psalms 82:3-4]
Defend the cause of th weak and fatherless;
maintain the rights of the poor and oppressed.
Rescue the week and needy;
deliver them from the hand of the wicked.

[Psalms 140:12]
I know tha thte LORD secures justice for the poor
and upholds the cause of the needy.

Prayer Subjects:
1. Against exploitation on the lower income group
2. Churches to have an expanded vision of thier interest and the heart to reach out to these people
3. Churches to make the Gospel relevant to the life of these people
4. Upholding the lower income and menial workers such as hawkers, garbage collectors, etc.

Personals:
Late night whenever I pass by closing pasar malams, I always had a strong sense of unhappiness. I couldn't tolerate the fact that the sellers polute the ground till such extend and waits for the poor sweeper to TAKE CARE of those junks scattered all around. It wasn't to blame if the sweeper is well paid, but it's obviously otherwise. I just pray that Malaysia would treasure these labours and provide better environment for them, and for churches to reach out to touch their hearts and souls.

Day 7

Theme: The Government to Eradicate Poverty

Scriptures:

[Proverbs 22:22-23]

Do not exploit the poor because they are poor
and do not crush the needy in court,
for the LORD will take up their case
and will plunder those who plunder them.

Prayer Subjects:

1. Against policies that discriminate against the poor

2. National commitment, policies and action to eliminate poverty and address the legitimate needs of the poor

3. For proper education to be given to empower the poor for good and healthy living

4. The business community will exercise its responsibility to provide opportunities for the poor and the less fortunate


Personals:

I just pray to You LORD that the government of Malaysia would be of help to the needy in an unbiased way, and that the policies that discriminates would be demolished. The crucial factor of moving out of poverty usually lies on education and therefore, it is equally important to provide tracks for them to pursue education as a whole. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.

Day 6

Theme: Delivering the Poor from Hardship and Poverty

Scripture:

[Matthew 25:31-46]

³¹"When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit on his throne in heavenly glory. ³²All the nations will be gathered before him, and he will separate the people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. ³³He will put the sheep on his right and the goats on his left.

³⁴"Then the King will say to those on his right, 'Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. ³⁵For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, ³⁶I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.'

³⁷"Then the righteous will answer him, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? ³⁸When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? ³⁹When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?'

⁴⁰"The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.'

⁴¹"Then he will say to those on his left, 'Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. ⁴²For I was hungry and you gave me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me nothing to drink, ⁴³I was a stranger and you did not invite me in, I needed clothes and you did not clothe me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after me.'

⁴⁴"They also will answer, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or needing clothes or sick or in prison, and did not help you?'

⁴⁵"He will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for me.'

⁴⁶"Then they will go away to eternal punishment, but the righteous to eternal life."

Prayer Subjects:

1. Confess and repent for our passive and indifferent attitude to the poor and marginalized

2. God to hear the cries of those who are facing hardships and difficulties and bring deliverance to the poor and excluded

3.Christians to be empowered and moved with compassion to reach out to the needy and poor in tangible ways


Personals:

The first prayer subject emphasized the majority of attitude people have towards the poor and marginalized, at least for me. Sincerely, in a place like ours, we are not exposed to networks that show us how could a youth like us be of help? I just need You LORD to lead us, help us to be of healing hand to the the hopeless. IN JESUS' NAME, AMEN.

Hey Peeps Listen Up!

It's been awhile since I've updated something more personal, and, today at 5.29 a.m. in the morning, I am here to share with you guys a testimony, a BIG one.

Because of the pimple issues I am facing, I am very frustrated and sometimes breaking down to a point where I suffer from a loss of confidence. Those who are close to me would know that I am very much bothered, and went through the Benzoyl Peroxide treatment for my whole face.

The motivation to click the starter was a calling (most likely from God) to start browsing the net for a certain webpage which is acne.org. I started the treatment, and initial breakouts were bad, and I actually went through 3 initial breakouts which is kinda horrible to bare with. I got desperate and just 2 days back I decided to visit a dermatologist which I went a few years back, and insisted I didn't want just another antibiotic which temporarily cures but returns in vast., and chose ACCUTANE. For those who don't know what Accutane is, it is a drug precribed for severe acne sufferers, it reduces the oil production in the glands with a cost of uncertain and massive side effects.

I never even thought of praying for direction, with all my will, I said, F*** it, I'll rather die early than suffer from acne.

In more developed countries, the drug is hardly prescribed and requires blood test and such. But, in this pit we live in, the dermatologist just gave it to me really willingly, cause it is costly.

I went on the drug for 2 days, and even from day 1, I suffered from insomnia and heart pounding, a considerably rare side effect.

I was tired, and such, I couldn't sleep, and felt very much like puking. Despite so, I bogusly pretended alright, and went to the Barbecue just to see how it goes on.

As expected, I couldn't sleep again. I woke up telling my mum I was disturbingly uncomfortable, my heart is pounding too quickly, breathing seems hard, and I couldn't sleep.... She came down stairs with me, and she told me to relax. She prayed, and I went to pray together.

At this point, I cried, I surely didn't know what it takes to just risk my life, I defiled the dependence I should have on Him. Prayed for forgiveness in tears, and thanked my mum.

She told me, she has been continuously praying that God will guard me from the side effects, and show her signs.

I was guided by Him, I always was;

Searching through the net, I am not in the norm, for the people who actually discovered these dreadful side effects are mostly in day 7 or so.

I pictured if I was in day 7 with some high dose or such and suffer from the life-long side effects, and gratefully I prayed thanks.

GOD IS GOOD, ALL THE TIME.
ALL THE TIME, GOD IS GOOD.

Day 5

Theme: Compassion in Action

Scriptures:

What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. If one says to him, "Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed,' but does nothing about his physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action is dead. [James 2:14-17]

Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth. [1 John 3:18]

Prayer Subjects:

1. Renewing of mind and a compassionate heart

2. Seek out practical opportunities to minister to the felt needs of our neighbours in our community

3. A united vision fr God's kingdom rather than our own

Personals:

LORD, I submit myself and all I am to You, I surrender my life to live as a living sacrifice, I just pray that you would guide me through my times of difficulties, and lead me to the promised land, Empower me with your Holy Spirit to strike my compassion of my heart, tell me ways I could reach out to the community, and I will for Your Kingdom to come forth and through it we glorify Your Name. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.