It's already the second day I'm home. Work has been manageable and I'm glad that I'm back to where I belong as well. ;)
It is so true what Tim has taught us today. The extend of our growth depends entirely on how much we invest our time for others. We can only grow as much as we want others to grow alongside us. For a person who is comfortable at where they are, they don't see a point in helping others to grow, hence, their own personal growth is near to non-existence.
My room is in a mess. I am thinking of making over my room. Good one to do for year 2010.
Had a very interesting conversation with JC. Learnt many things about myself through him. :) Am glad that he is patient in listening and accommodating me. :)
Am looking forward to many more things to come, to REBUILD,
Lov,
dory
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Time to return HOME
In another 7 days, I will be leaving my home in KL and be returning to my land that I loved. Indeed, I have eaten what Ive wanted, see and spend good quality time with my niece, nephew and family. Ive yet to see my close friends. Will be soon in just a few days. :) Indeed, God is gracious and has creates many opportunities for me to appreciate my time, food, family and friends. Ive couldn't have asked for more. Thank you God for this. :)
Indeed, things are not the same without my beloved here with me. The funny thing is that he is so far away from KL. I know he is there in Melbourne, being really taken care of, by my spiritual family. Thank you Karen & Heng Khuen. Thank you LIFE. Thank you Muhammad. :) Thank you, GOD.
I see Melbourne as a land of opportunities for me to shine and do what I love. The doors to go crazy with my love for dance and paintings are LIMITLESS. The best part of all is because God is in the same boat with me. To count the years that Ive known Him, never once have I been left on my own. What is "scarcity" if I know that God can give me whatever I ask for. The point is Ive asked not to get ALL things for I know myself far too well. I tend to appreciate things more when it is not easily given to me. If God has given me ALL the things that I ask for, I will never really appreciate them as much as I appreciate the things that are only given to me according to His Will. Up till now, I can frankly say that I DO INDEED receive all of these with a heart of gratitude.
Sometimes, I do really pray that my friends and family see what I see. I am still trying to understand the reason why many of us seem to shun GOD. If only they know that GOD truly loves us for who we are, do have the best purpose for us in regardless of our past, present and future. How could anyone not see this "unconditional" love/purpose? How could we be so "blind"?
Father, I pray that you will open our eyes to see you, our ears to hear you, our hearts to know you. I pray that you will be the one who break into our hardened hearts. May we become more and more like you and never allow any excuses or past hurts and griefs stop us from pursuing after you. Make us to become men who are after your very own heart. Forgive us, Lord, for our weaknesses. Indeed your love and mercy never fail. This, I have much to thank for. I pray that you will continue to pursue many of us who have left you somewhere near the corner of our hearts. Leave us not behind, but do send some brothers and sisters to kick us out of our comfort zone. In Jesus mighty name, I ask and pray.. AMEN!!!!!
To my dearest, and all my beloved family and friends (yes, YOU), thank you for mentoring, teaching, guiding, counseling, rubbing shoulders, tears and laughters and paving this road for me to learn to fall and to rise up again. Each of you have play a significant role in my life and I thank God for that. Without you, who will I be today? :)
Looking forward to another GREAT ADVENTURE IN MELBUM!!!!
With so much love and blessings,
Dory
Indeed, things are not the same without my beloved here with me. The funny thing is that he is so far away from KL. I know he is there in Melbourne, being really taken care of, by my spiritual family. Thank you Karen & Heng Khuen. Thank you LIFE. Thank you Muhammad. :) Thank you, GOD.
I see Melbourne as a land of opportunities for me to shine and do what I love. The doors to go crazy with my love for dance and paintings are LIMITLESS. The best part of all is because God is in the same boat with me. To count the years that Ive known Him, never once have I been left on my own. What is "scarcity" if I know that God can give me whatever I ask for. The point is Ive asked not to get ALL things for I know myself far too well. I tend to appreciate things more when it is not easily given to me. If God has given me ALL the things that I ask for, I will never really appreciate them as much as I appreciate the things that are only given to me according to His Will. Up till now, I can frankly say that I DO INDEED receive all of these with a heart of gratitude.
Sometimes, I do really pray that my friends and family see what I see. I am still trying to understand the reason why many of us seem to shun GOD. If only they know that GOD truly loves us for who we are, do have the best purpose for us in regardless of our past, present and future. How could anyone not see this "unconditional" love/purpose? How could we be so "blind"?
Father, I pray that you will open our eyes to see you, our ears to hear you, our hearts to know you. I pray that you will be the one who break into our hardened hearts. May we become more and more like you and never allow any excuses or past hurts and griefs stop us from pursuing after you. Make us to become men who are after your very own heart. Forgive us, Lord, for our weaknesses. Indeed your love and mercy never fail. This, I have much to thank for. I pray that you will continue to pursue many of us who have left you somewhere near the corner of our hearts. Leave us not behind, but do send some brothers and sisters to kick us out of our comfort zone. In Jesus mighty name, I ask and pray.. AMEN!!!!!
To my dearest, and all my beloved family and friends (yes, YOU), thank you for mentoring, teaching, guiding, counseling, rubbing shoulders, tears and laughters and paving this road for me to learn to fall and to rise up again. Each of you have play a significant role in my life and I thank God for that. Without you, who will I be today? :)
Looking forward to another GREAT ADVENTURE IN MELBUM!!!!
With so much love and blessings,
Dory
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
True beauty comes from the heart
Scripture
7 But the LORD said to Samuel, "Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things human beings look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart." 1 Samuel 16:7
Observation
Mom was with me this morning. We were talking about the importance of inner beauty compare to one who is only beautiful outwardly. I believe that inner beauty lies with the character of a person, which is more important than external beauty. What is the point of having a beautiful face yet the heart is filled with envy, contempt and pride.
The Lord has commanded Samuel to go and anoint the new king. When Samuel was in the house of Jesse, he thought that the first person he saw would be the anointed one. Samuel looked at his striking appearance but the Lord said that he is not the one. The Lord looks at our heart compare to many of us who sometimes tend to judge the book by its cover.
Application
In all the things that I do, I want to see things by faith. I do know that God has given me the ability to look deeper within a persons character than just a beautiful/striking appearance. This, together with the Lords' guidance, I will choose to see a person in accordance to how God sees them.
Prayer
Dear Papa, thank you for your wisdom. Yes, please help me to see like you do. I pray for wisdom that is above my years. I pray for guidance and love. I pray for a teachable heart as well. I pray to constantly build and grow in my character and not to focus too much on my outward appearance. Show me what it means to age gracefully. :)
In love with my creator,
Doremi
7 But the LORD said to Samuel, "Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things human beings look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart." 1 Samuel 16:7
Observation
Mom was with me this morning. We were talking about the importance of inner beauty compare to one who is only beautiful outwardly. I believe that inner beauty lies with the character of a person, which is more important than external beauty. What is the point of having a beautiful face yet the heart is filled with envy, contempt and pride.
The Lord has commanded Samuel to go and anoint the new king. When Samuel was in the house of Jesse, he thought that the first person he saw would be the anointed one. Samuel looked at his striking appearance but the Lord said that he is not the one. The Lord looks at our heart compare to many of us who sometimes tend to judge the book by its cover.
Application
In all the things that I do, I want to see things by faith. I do know that God has given me the ability to look deeper within a persons character than just a beautiful/striking appearance. This, together with the Lords' guidance, I will choose to see a person in accordance to how God sees them.
Prayer
Dear Papa, thank you for your wisdom. Yes, please help me to see like you do. I pray for wisdom that is above my years. I pray for guidance and love. I pray for a teachable heart as well. I pray to constantly build and grow in my character and not to focus too much on my outward appearance. Show me what it means to age gracefully. :)
In love with my creator,
Doremi
Monday, February 8, 2010
Obedience is better than sacrifice
Scripture (1 Samuel 15:22-23)
22 But Samuel replied:
"Does the LORD delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices
as much as in obeying the LORD?
To obey is better than sacrifice,
and to heed is better than the fat of rams.
23 For rebellion is like the sin of divination,
and arrogance like the evil of idolatry.
Because you have rejected the word of the LORD,
he has rejected you as king." 1 Samuel 15:22-23
Observation
Saul was given a very clear guidance through Samuel to kill everything that belongs to the Amalekites. Saul obey half-heartedly. He spared King Agag and the best flocks after the war. Samuel went to see Saul and rebuked him. Saul gave excuses by saying that the spared the best flock as an offering to the LORD. He casted the blame on his soldiers as if they were the one who made him kept the goods. Never once did Saul reflect on his actions and repent thoroughly. There is no inward obedience but stubborn rebellion in Saul. God regretted that He has chosen Saul as the King over Israel.
Saul
- Never truly repent of his sins
- Gave excuses without taking responsibilities of his actions
- Blame others for his actions
Samuel
- Disappointed with Saul
- Faithfully and boldly informed Saul that his kingship will be taken away from him
God
- Regretted he has chosen Saul to be the King over Israel
- Is not a dictator but gave opportunities for Saul to make a wise and informed choice
- Am preparing David to be the next King
Lessons learnt:
- Obedience is better than sacrifice
- Half-hearted obedience is also consider as rebellion. God wants our 101% obedience
- If at fault, have the courage to admit our mistakes instead of blaming others for our unwise choices
- To truly repent thoroughly, learn from our mistakes and commit all our ways to the Lord
- If we hardened our hearts to pursue rebellious ways, the original purpose that God has for us will be lost
Application
I know that God has given me the resources to spice up my dancing skill. I know that he has open doors for me to build his creative arts in Arrow. I will commence my learning by this week.
Prayer
Lord God, I will obey you whole-heartedly. Forgive me if sometimes I tend to sway away from the things you want of me. Thank you for your love and grace. Please continue to guide and above all, pursue me. :) I love that. I pray that you will also pursue Jojo. I know he needs you. I pray that you will clear all the fogs, pains, pressures and past mistakes. I pray that you will bring men to lead him towards you. Father, you are our only hope and we thank you for this chance to partner with you to bring heaven down to earth. Guide us. Open our eyes to see, ears to hear and soften our hearts.
Loving you,
Doremi
22 But Samuel replied:
"Does the LORD delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices
as much as in obeying the LORD?
To obey is better than sacrifice,
and to heed is better than the fat of rams.
23 For rebellion is like the sin of divination,
and arrogance like the evil of idolatry.
Because you have rejected the word of the LORD,
he has rejected you as king." 1 Samuel 15:22-23
Observation
Saul was given a very clear guidance through Samuel to kill everything that belongs to the Amalekites. Saul obey half-heartedly. He spared King Agag and the best flocks after the war. Samuel went to see Saul and rebuked him. Saul gave excuses by saying that the spared the best flock as an offering to the LORD. He casted the blame on his soldiers as if they were the one who made him kept the goods. Never once did Saul reflect on his actions and repent thoroughly. There is no inward obedience but stubborn rebellion in Saul. God regretted that He has chosen Saul as the King over Israel.
Saul
- Never truly repent of his sins
- Gave excuses without taking responsibilities of his actions
- Blame others for his actions
Samuel
- Disappointed with Saul
- Faithfully and boldly informed Saul that his kingship will be taken away from him
God
- Regretted he has chosen Saul to be the King over Israel
- Is not a dictator but gave opportunities for Saul to make a wise and informed choice
- Am preparing David to be the next King
Lessons learnt:
- Obedience is better than sacrifice
- Half-hearted obedience is also consider as rebellion. God wants our 101% obedience
- If at fault, have the courage to admit our mistakes instead of blaming others for our unwise choices
- To truly repent thoroughly, learn from our mistakes and commit all our ways to the Lord
- If we hardened our hearts to pursue rebellious ways, the original purpose that God has for us will be lost
Application
I know that God has given me the resources to spice up my dancing skill. I know that he has open doors for me to build his creative arts in Arrow. I will commence my learning by this week.
Prayer
Lord God, I will obey you whole-heartedly. Forgive me if sometimes I tend to sway away from the things you want of me. Thank you for your love and grace. Please continue to guide and above all, pursue me. :) I love that. I pray that you will also pursue Jojo. I know he needs you. I pray that you will clear all the fogs, pains, pressures and past mistakes. I pray that you will bring men to lead him towards you. Father, you are our only hope and we thank you for this chance to partner with you to bring heaven down to earth. Guide us. Open our eyes to see, ears to hear and soften our hearts.
Loving you,
Doremi
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Leader: The Heart of Obedience
Scripture
1 Samuel 14
Saul, Saul, O Saul. He is tall and good-looking. A perfect fit that looks like a king. But, he fails to uphold his kingship. Due to his disobedience, jealousy and rashness, he looses his kingship to a man who is after Gods' own heart. This man is David, the shepherd.
These are the things that caused a lot of things:
The leadership of a man depends entirely on his spiritual walk with God. When we see a failure in leadership, this means that there is a spiritual decay in one.
Obedience leads to many sacrifices but sacrifice does not mean it is done out of obedience. In all his action, Saul would only turned to God at the last minute unlike the priests. Saul was rashed in his decision-making. He did not admit his fault even when he made a wrong choice.
Application
I know that God has called me to build his creative ministry. I am slowly working on this area. God knows the desire of my heart (to be M) and just like King David, I want to trust in the Lord to fulfill it according to His timing, not mine. Obedience is better than sacrifice. :)
Dear Lord, I want to surrender my heart desires onto your hand. I do not want to be one that is impatient and do things at your expense. It will always results in hurting someone. I believe in your great plan and I want to partner with you. Father, may you continue to guide me and mold me. I would choose to obey you, place my trust in you in regardless. I surrender my will according to yours alone.
Loving you to bits,
your one and only...:)
1 Samuel 14
Saul, Saul, O Saul. He is tall and good-looking. A perfect fit that looks like a king. But, he fails to uphold his kingship. Due to his disobedience, jealousy and rashness, he looses his kingship to a man who is after Gods' own heart. This man is David, the shepherd.
These are the things that caused a lot of things:
The leadership of a man depends entirely on his spiritual walk with God. When we see a failure in leadership, this means that there is a spiritual decay in one.
Obedience leads to many sacrifices but sacrifice does not mean it is done out of obedience. In all his action, Saul would only turned to God at the last minute unlike the priests. Saul was rashed in his decision-making. He did not admit his fault even when he made a wrong choice.
Application
I know that God has called me to build his creative ministry. I am slowly working on this area. God knows the desire of my heart (to be M) and just like King David, I want to trust in the Lord to fulfill it according to His timing, not mine. Obedience is better than sacrifice. :)
Dear Lord, I want to surrender my heart desires onto your hand. I do not want to be one that is impatient and do things at your expense. It will always results in hurting someone. I believe in your great plan and I want to partner with you. Father, may you continue to guide me and mold me. I would choose to obey you, place my trust in you in regardless. I surrender my will according to yours alone.
Loving you to bits,
your one and only...:)
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