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Friend of the Bad Guy

Now there were in the church at Antioch prophets and teachers, Barnabas, Simeon who was called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen a lifelong friend of Herod the tetrarch, and Saul. Acts 13:1 (ESV) The description “a lifelong friend of Herod … Continue reading

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God is Faithful (to His promises) & Wise (how to keep it)

For the Lord had sworn to them that they would not see the land he had solemnly promised their ancestors to give us, a land flowing with milk and honey. So he raised up their sons in their place, and … Continue reading

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The Call of God

It is like a fire that excite and energize you, and make you going. In the midst of apathy and status quo. In the face of a tall mountain. You can care less of the problems surround you or ahead … Continue reading

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The Passing of a Supportive Wife

Life is so full of mystery. There are many events in life I can’t fully comprehend. So tonight I was not prepared. And as things come one after the other, I simply prayed and asking God for help. After helping … Continue reading

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Death & Idol = Meaninglessness

Year 2024 just began. And I see there are so many celebrations. There are many good reasons to celebrate, especially celebrate each others whom you love. However, there is something strange I notice. Among the reasons people celebrate, people celebrate … Continue reading

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Covenantal God

When the bow is in the clouds, I will see it and remember the everlasting covenant between God and every living creature of all flesh that is on the earth. Genesis 9:16

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Closing 2023

What is the purpose of keeping a score? People will not bother, and if they do, soon it will be forgotten. But I though for my own personal keep tracking and prayer:

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Emeritus

On weekend, I watched a dear friend given honorary title of “Emeritus”. The whole service was done very well. It was a beautiful picture, how one completed his assignment, fulfilled his promise, and passed on the baton to the next … Continue reading

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My delay and God’s progress

What is considered a delay on my part, could be God’s design for progress

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Silent Retreat

If but thine ear be open, and thy thoughts brought into subjection, and thine heart prepared in silence to wait upon God and to hear what He speaks, He will reveal to thee His secrets. Andrew Murray This Saturday I … Continue reading

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