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Feb262009

DB - Thursday 26th February 2009 - A Sad Split

Didn't God make you one body and spirit with her? What was his purpose in this? It was that you should  have children who are truly God's people. So make sure that none of you breaks his promise to his wife. "I hate divorce," say the Lord God of Israel  - Malachi 2:15 - 16

Breaking up in relationships seemed to be so common and an excepted norm nowadays. It seemed that couples do not hesitate to consider a break up when communication is dented. It is not only in Singapore that we  hear of broken marriages. However, as Christians, it is important to note that the Lord God hate divorce.

It is important for couple tying the knots to have a long term commitment and responsibility. Married couples must understand that matrimony is destined in Heaven to fulfil the law of procreation. More patience and willingness to accept, forgive and forget by all parties concerned would ignite the fire of love over and over again.

"Keep walking on straight paths, so that the lame foot may not be disabled, but instead be healed. Try to be at peace with everyone, and try to live a holy life, because no one will see the Lord without it." - Hebrews 12: 13 - 14

Put Christ first if you want your marriage to last.


 

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Feb252009

DB - Wednesday 25th February 2009 - Okello's Story, Our Story

Jesus put out His hand and touched the leper. - Luke 5 : 13

The story of the good Samaritan brings to mind the difference in attitude towards how one should react towards his neighbour. We can simply be like the "care less" and "not be bothered" type or be more willing to offer, share and extend our concern to our fellow human being.

It is understandable that at times we do not want to be involved with other people's business. However, our Lord do want us to love our neighbours as ourselves. He wants us to commit to our faith and practice and to show to others, His loving kindness which is better than life. If there is an opportunity to serve, remember, we will be  serving our Lord.

Are we guilty for any omission on our part or took no heed of an opportunity serve? 

One measure of our likeness to Christ is our sensitivity to the suffering of others.

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Feb242009

DB - Tuesday 24th February 2009 - Managing The Mess

Why do you call me Naomi, since the Lord has testified against me, and the Almighty has afflicted me? - Ruth 1:21

It is inevitable that at times we find ourselves in a mess. It may not necessary that is it by our negligence alone to allow a situation to be that way. In real life situation, we are exposed to many worldly demands that may unwittingly make us victims and we may have to suffer while managing these difficult situations. It is how we hold and carry ourselves during trying times that would separate us from the worldly standard and that from our Lord.

We must have faith and trust God. His teachings, love and purpose will elevate our morals. We can turn difficult situations into platforms for us to witness for our Lord. Practicing patience, calmness, humbleness, fairness and honesty before our Lord, seeking for His wisdom and guidance would offer to us great opportunity to have a better understanding of the situation and to act responsibly. In this way, we can stand tall and make that  great difference. Yes, others will know that we are God's children by our love and how we react in difficult times.

Stand back and watch the Lord manage your mess into a glorious outcome.

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Feb232009

DB - Minday 23rd Februaruy 2009 - Waiting For The Harvest

The soil itself makes the plants grow and bear fruit; first the tender stalk appears, then the ear, and finally the ear full of corn. When the corn is ripe, the man starts cutting it with his sickle, because harvest time has come. - Mark 4:28 -29

Those of us who have the opportunity to visit an orchard or farm will realise that a lot of hard work has to be put in between sowing and harvesting. More importantly is the quality of the soil and the temperate nature of the location that would ensure a good harvest. The loving tender care of the farmer would help to reverse any adversary that could harm and destroy the crop.

Jesus wants us to be 'fishers of men'. We are expected to sow our seeds of kindness and the words of God. Once the word of God is established, it is the beginning of a journey to nurture and look after the seedling. Along this journey, we are to depend fully on God's Grace, Mercy and Love.  We have to attend conscientiously to the ground with our best behaviour, motive and desire. 

By God's grace, we are glad that our duty is only to sow the seeds and to leave the harvest to our Lord.

We sow the seed - God produces the harvest

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Feb222009

DB - Sunday 22nd February 2009 - Choosing The Hard Thing

We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair. - 2 Corinthians 4:8

A Christian can rise and stay up in any occasion when the Lord Jesus lives in the heart. Any action under our Lord's guidance would come with wisdom and perfection. His Holy Spirit would encourage our actions based on the properties of love, understanding and patience. A cheerful person gives cheerfully and is never in sadness even when disadvantaged. The reason is that he sees every thing on the positive side and focus his thoughts  on our Lord Jesus.

Jesus came to save us and lift us up when we are down. His comfort is what we need during this time of financial and economic difficulties. We know that though we are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed. We can be assured that even with hardship and temporary trouble, we shall never become discouraged because of God's grace. For we fix our attention, not on the things that are seen, but on things that are unseen. What can be seen lasts only for a time, but what cannot be seen lasts for ever.

Brothers and Sisters in Christ, do not be in despair. The harder the journey, the more satisfaction we will get when we finally reached our destination. Be patient and take the hard road with prayer and thanksgiving. Christ is with us and He will remove all stumbling blocks along the way. Do not take the easy way out, for nothing is impossible in the Name of Jesus. 

Jesus gave His all to save us - are we giving our all to serve Him?




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Feb212009

DB - Saturday 21st February 2009 - Is That You, Neighbor?

And who is my neighbour? - Luke 10:29

Jesus told a story of an injured person by the roadside and many  passed by without giving any attention nor assistance except a good Samaritan who carried the injured person into the hotel and paid for all the expenses with the promise to the Inn-keeper that he will repay all extra on this next trip.
The Samaritan is the best neighbour one can have. A good neighbour is one who cares. One who do not miss any opportunity to serve for he served in the Name of the Lord. We do know of  neighbours who spent their time quarrelling with each other. There are also those who would cause noise pollution to the extend that police reports were made. We know that having good neighbours is one great pulling factor to remain where we are.

Thus, today, we must continue to be a responsible citizen to be a good neighbour. Together we can build a trusting neighbourhood of peace and harmony. Any person who passes by us is a neighbour. We are to love them as ourselves. We do unto our Lord what we do to our neighbour. So chin up and serve our Lord. Nothing is too insignificant nor surmountable in God's work for in Him everything is possible.

Our love for Christ is only as real as our love for our neighbour.

 

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Feb202009

DB - Friday 20th February 09 - Dying For Justice

You shall remember that you were a slave in Egypt, and the Lord your God redeemed you from there. - Deuteronomy 24 : 18

It comes as a good reminder  in today's verse that we should not forget always to  count our blessings. The economy and outlook in the global market may appears to be gloomy but we should not allow our hearts to harbour despair and hopelessness. We can rise to the occasion when we are thankful of our past. Acknowledging God's unfailing grace that has brought us thus far. His presence in our lives would rejuvenate our body, spirit and soul to serve with love.

A grateful heart is what we need when facing economic crisis. Be thankful for the plenty we had. Even if we have to downsize our assets and expenses, it could be a good thing and a golden opportunity to realise the temporal nature of what is in this world.

Going forward, we must build our trust in God and live a life with honour and integrity. Standing on justice ground would guarantee us the recovery of better things in life. We are to enjoy what God has given to us. We are not  to greed for more than we need. Be contented with all things and at all times. The best is yet to be.

Standing for justice means fighting against injustice.

 

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Feb192009

DB - Thursday 19th February 09 - Celebrate Winter

Why am I so sad? Why am I so troubled? I will put my hope in God, and once again I will praise Him, my Savior and my God.- Psalm 42 : 5

A British friend told me that the people in England and Europe are having a very bad winter. Strong winds, rain and heavy snow poured over Europe and stalled transport and disrupt businesses. I then asked him if he was thinking of 'always hot Singapore' when he was there. He replied that he missed Singapore but there again, he said that now he loves and appreciate our weather more.

I responded to my friend's frustration by saying that in winter, one do expect snow and cold weather. When it comes heavy, it is time to rest and relax. For everything it has it's goodness when we put our hope and faith in God. My friend agreed with me and confessed that he spent more time with his ageing mother this trip. There is a season for every purpose under heaven. We should be more positive and not allow any sadness to floor us out of our own esteem and reasons for living. Aim high look positive!

Let the reality of Christmas chase away the blahs of winter.

 

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Feb182009

DB - Wednesday 18th February 09 - Making Melody

Speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs. - Ephesians 5:19

In moments of doubt and troubled mind, one tends to be impatient. We may be  driven to say or do things without much consideration to the costs and consequences. It is never easy to control our emotions or anger. We must always try to remain calm and collect. A good chess player would never reveal his thoughts but evaluate all his possible moves and that of his opponent's. There shall be times of victory and lost but never a total knock out. Accepting results sportingly is to be professional. Look-Learn-Leave, to fight another round!  

To make all things beautiful we must start with ourselves. If we are beautiful people, we are sure that others will be beautiful too. Never ignore the fact that God wants us to be cheerful at all times. We can when we truly surrender our all to Jesus. Let His Holy Spirit guide and pave the way for all of us to be beautiful today. Allow His Spirit to instil in us the love and kindness that only can give out radiant of confidence and hope for the best. 

We can be in this state of mind when we appreciate and praise God for everything and fill our hearts with His words, songs and hymns. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow us when we make godly melodies  all the way of our paths.

Praise flows freely from the choir of the redeemed.

 

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Feb172009

DB - Tuesday 17th February 09 - Perhaps Today

You also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect. - Matthew 24 ; 44

Over the weekend, my daughter was to leave for the airport for a trip at 2 pm and at 12 noon, the whole family was searching the whole house over for her passport. She missed her flight!

Yes, we know we should take all precaution and steps to prepare for a trip. The lesson to remember is that we are to be consistently methodical about keeping our personal documents and must be kept at a safe same place each time after use. Failure to do so is negligence on our part. Disregard and failure to observe procedures are great set back in life. It is correct that we must be prepared for all eventuality but things do not just always happened. A well spent life is one which we can control and contribute. We harvest what we plant.

For our spiritual life, meeting our Lord one day is a certainty. We should not be overly concerned over this fact but instead rejoice over it and live a meaningful life which is granted to us by our Loving Heavenly Father. All we have to do is to continue loving Him and acknowledge that Jesus is our Lord and Master. Confess our sins and look up to face the world as children of God for He will not let us down. Have God's faith and hope that surpasses all human understanding. Trust and obey.

If Christ comes today, will you be ready to meet Him?

 

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