Thoughts
A few days ago I was listening to a podcast. The speaker mentioned that North America is the only continent with decline in Christianity. My heart sank…. A few months ago, I wrote a blog post in response of a youtube video, Tears of the Saints. Whenever I see that video, it still brings a […]
Proverbs, Daily Bread
Three verses (Proverbs 30:7-9) I meditated lately: 7 “Two things I ask of you, O LORD; do not refuse me before I die: 8 Keep falsehood and lies far from me; give me neither poverty nor riches, but give me only my daily bread. 9 Otherwise, I may have too much and disown you and […]
Poor Rich People
Taken from Crazy Love (pg 89-90) by Francis Chan : … Because we don’t usually have to depend on God for food, money to buy our next meal, or shelter, we don’t feel needy. In fact, we generally think of ourselves as fair independent and capable. Even if we aren’t rich, we are “doing just […]
Quote
Complete weakness and dependence will always be the occasion for the Spirit of God to manifest His power. Oswald Chambers
Is it ok to be medicore?
A re-post from Glocal Christianity: Have you ever heard the expression, “The group hikes at the speed of the slowest person”?I heard someone use that the other week, as a compassionate excuse for slowing down for people who’re slow to adapt to change. My thoughts? Sounds very wise … if you consider mediocrity a virtue […]
Life of the Soul
This is a repost from Challies.com. When sins and fears prevailing rise, And fainting hope almost expires; Jesus, to Thee I lift mine eyes, To Thee I breathe my soul’s desires. Art Thou not mine, my living Lord; And can my hope, my comfort die, Fixed on Thy everlasting word, That word which built the […]
A life of outreach? Or an outreach life?
Sometimes I wonder what if I consider every day night as an outreach event. Going to the YMCA to do a few miles repeat. Outreach event. Going to work. Outreach event. Going to Moe’s to pick up a burrito. Outreach event. I think sometimes when we think about outreach, we have to spend a lot […]
Comfort Zone
In walking with Christ, there is no comfort zone. As everyday, I have to battle my own sinful desire. Though, those who know Christ, who hear His calling, will always be in a zone of comfort. Even in the midst of suffering, persecution and self sacrifice. As the Holy Spirit is the comforter. A Christian […]
Work and rest
Something I heard quite profound yesterday. I work for the Glory of God and I rest for the Glory of God (ala 1 Corinth 10:31). My weekend had been very restful. I went for a bike ride. Did some chores. I took a nap. I had hearty meal with family. In an ever fast pace […]
Sharing with kids how to be missional
Today, I had the pleasure of speaking in my church’s children worship. It was the first time attending the service and I must admit it was quite a scene to see kids, the next generation, worshiping God. I did a Q&A with my youth pastor. We talked about my experience with God. Talked about Open […]