Moved. Retained
Her life on Thursday, January 20, 2011
The time was 11:46 PM
The time was 11:46 PM
I have moved to a new place, but this blog will still remain. It's been four months since I last updated here, but that doesn't mean I have forgotten about my very first blog.
In 2005, I made the decision to 'pen' my daily activities and thoughts unto a cyber diary that was supposedly cool. Now, I see things in new perspectives. In 2005, I was 14 years old. This year in 2011, I'm going to turn 20. Reading the past entries has made me realized how much I've grown. The changes were subtle, but still evidently there.
Whether or not I've changed for the better is not for me to judge, but for my parents, and of course my friends. I won't be linking my new cyber diary to this blog, because that is a whole new me.
This blog? It will be retained. For me to look back into those forgotten memories and see how childish I used to be, and to appreciate my upcoming adulthood.
I asked myself.
Her life on Tuesday, September 07, 2010
The time was 9:19 PM
The time was 9:19 PM
"Oh shit," my mouth silently cursed as I saw the morning rush hour crowd pack the bus that was going to take me to work. I knew at that moment, that that was not the kind of life I wanted to live.
Just today, I started my attachment with DP Architects, and will be working with them for the next five weeks. As I realized what I was doing, I knew right then that I was similar to a typical working adult.
I was standing there at the bus-stop waiting for the bus, like everyone else.
I was with the morning rush hour crowd, like everyone else.
I was going to start work at 9, like everyone else.
I was going to sit in front a desk with a computer, like everyone else.
I was going to end work at 1700-1630, like everyone else.
I was going to take the crowded evening rush hour bus home, like everyone else.
At that fateful moment, I asked myself, "Do I want this to be my future?"
nothing
Her life on Monday, August 23, 2010
The time was 11:02 PM
The time was 11:02 PM
You just can't make up your mind, don't you? What happened to during the holidays you can watch all the videos/movies you want. Now you say I watch too much, and it is still the holidays.
Urgh.
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Her life on Friday, August 20, 2010
The time was 10:52 PM
The time was 10:52 PM
Just something as simple as a transcript and you treat it like it's FYP. You have OCD in the way that you cannot stand it when people don't do things similar to the way you do. Don't want to bother? FINE. I don't need you to bother. It was just a casual offer that I took up and I didn't need you to stick your nose into the problem. Because of your interference in what was actually a simple matter it became something so much more and that wasn't necessary. There have many incidents like this, you've seen how hurt I get by your actions yet you still do the same thing. This is not a case of a child being punished by a mother for doing the wrong things so it doesn't matter whether the child feels hurt because he or she was wrong in the first place, NO. This is the case where YOU are in the wrong yet you still do the same thing over and over again without fail.
just don't get it.
Her life on Monday, August 02, 2010
The time was 11:28 PM
The time was 11:28 PM
What on earth is there to like about vampires?? They bite your neck, feed on your blood and they look freaky with the pale skin and unnatural eye colour. I seriously do not understand it. Since when were vampires the 'perfect' people??
Goodness me.
What has the world gotten into?? Yes you should get it by now, I am not interested in Twilight or anything to related to vampires for that matter. I find it extremely annoying that legendary creatures are able to make so many girls go all weak on their knees. It's disturbing. So what if in the book Edward Cullen is the most romantic creature alive?
And Robert Pattinson was much hotter when he was in Harry Potter. The messy look does not work for me at all.
Key is hotter. Aaron is hotter.
1 Peter 4:12-19
Her life on Sunday, June 13, 2010
The time was 3:18 PM
The time was 3:18 PM
"12 Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; 13 but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ's sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy. 14 If you are reproached for the name of Chirst, blessed are you, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you. On their part He is blasphemed, but on your part He is glorified. 15 But let none of you suffer as a murderer, a thief, an evildoer, or as a busybody in other people's matters. 16 Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in this matter. 17 For the time has come for judgment to begin at the house of God; and if it begins with us first, what will be the end of those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18 Now "If the righteous one is scarcely saved, where will the ungodly and the sinner appear?" 19 Therefore let those who suffer according to the will of God commit their souls to Him in doing good, as to a faithful Creator."
Yahoo
Her life on Sunday, June 06, 2010
The time was 11:14 PM
The time was 11:14 PM
Members of the church are indeed surprised to here the news, but they are not complaining and whining about the case. So why are the people who are non-believers are more agitated about the news than us? Many have accused the church of not releasing information about the case. But the newspapers have clearly reported that the police have said that it is not favourable to release any information at this point. If the police are keeping mum, what about City Harvest? If the police do not share anything with us, how are we supposed to share with the public? Please think logically.
To those who have already accused Pastor Kong and Sun:
The verdict is not out yet. The police have stated that the individuals investigated are INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY. Please do not act like you know everything.
To those who are complaining about how the money can be better used:
City Harvest sets aside money EVERY YEAR for mission trips and charity. If we are using ALL the money collected from tithes and offerings just for the church building alone, how would we have been able to send resources over to Aceh and Haiti when they were in distress?
To those who say they know God:
You are foolish. Nobody knows exactly what God thinks. Unless you are Jesus that has come down again, please refrain from saying things like that.
To those who wonder why tithes and offerings are necessary:
Tithes are money that we give unto God that comes from 10% of our monthly income. Everything that we own and have comes from God. That 10% we are giving is what rightfully belongs to God, and He is only asking for that small percentage that belongs to Him. The giving of tithes is clearly stated in the Bible that it is necessary for a believer. We are not brainwashed by our pastor. If you say that God does not want our money, we are brainwashed by our pastor, by what the Bible clearly states, you are saying we are brainwashed by God.
Offerings are money we give to build God's church. Don't Taoists and Buddhists give offerings up to their own god as well? Likewise, we Christians give money unto our God, just that it is in cash form.
To those insulting Christianity and its values:
My friend once told me something that I feel really makes sense, "What makes sense to the people of a certain religion, may not make sense to those who are not of that certain religion."
This is absolutely true. How should I explain the Bible and the teachings of the church to people who have already set their minds on their own ideas? What makes sense to us, may not make sense to you. Members of CHC are not brainwashed. Whatever the pastors have preached to us, reference has been made to the Bible.
To people who say government is god:
You are foolish. Yes, it's true that many things now are now judged by the government, but that DOES NOT make them God. People who managed to run away scot free on earth from the government will not be able to escape God's eyes.
To those who say the church forces it's members to make donations:
This is furthest from the truth. If this is how you see things, doesn't it also mean that God is forcing his people to donate as well? God said that we should tithe. Does this mean He is forcing? We Christians believe that when we tithe, the windows of heaven will be open and God's blessing will fall upon us. Tithing does not make us poorer, we still have 90% left of our income. Does the church force us? No. It is our own free will. Why do you think no CHC members have been complaining and whining about the recent events? All we have been saying is that we believe in the leadership of the church.
To those who say that we might as well give all to God if He is our Provider:
Yes, God is our Provider. But in order for Him to provide for us, we need to work for it. The Bible says, you reap what you sow. We only get the blessings from God when we work for it. By the logic that some people have in their comments, doesn't that mean Christians can just laze around while sitting ducks and let God provide everything? No. We need to work in order to get our blessings. Nobody in the church is foolish enough to sell everything they own to give to God, that is not what God wants. He wants us to make a sacrifice, meaning to give Him SOMETHING in our possession to Him.
To those who think the church is wasting money on Suntec Singapore:
We are not. As many of you know, CHC has a congregation of more than 20,000. Singapore Expo Hall 8 only allows us to sit a maximum of 8,000 and our church in Jurong West only allows us to sit 1,000. Because of the limited space we are allowed, we have to hold 4 English weekend services. We want the church to be able to enjoy service together as family, which is why we need a big space to allow us to build a 12,000 seater auditorium.
To those who wonder why we must build a church in the city area:
This is because Jesus told His people to go into the world to preach the gospel. The reason why our church is so 'modern' and 'cool' is because we want to engage the culture of the world so that it will be easier for us to reach out to the masses. Some of you may think that this is total nonsense. But like what I said earlier on, what makes sense to the people of a certain religion, make not make sense to those who are not of that certain religion.
To those who wonder where Pastor Kong gets his income from:
It has been stressed many times that Pastor Kong runs his own business. That's where he gets his income from. And why is it necessary for him to publicly make known how much he donates to the church? How will it help you in anyway if you are not part of the church? Yes, transparency is important but how it should be used is another issue all together.
In conclusion, I just implore that non-believers will respect us as Christians and as a church. Do you want us to go around insulting your religion as well? Do unto others what you want others to do unto you. Like what I said earlier, Pastor Kong and the rest of the individuals are innocent until proven guilty. I agree that the whole issue is very fishy and something is amiss. Those who are insulting Pastor Kong are indirectly hurting the members of the church. We are humans as well, and when we see comments insulting our pastor and the God that we love, we get very hurt. I respect the views of the people, likewise, I hope they can respect my views as well. We are living in a multi-religious society, so let's just try and live in harmony.
To those who have already accused Pastor Kong and Sun:
The verdict is not out yet. The police have stated that the individuals investigated are INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY. Please do not act like you know everything.
To those who are complaining about how the money can be better used:
City Harvest sets aside money EVERY YEAR for mission trips and charity. If we are using ALL the money collected from tithes and offerings just for the church building alone, how would we have been able to send resources over to Aceh and Haiti when they were in distress?
To those who say they know God:
You are foolish. Nobody knows exactly what God thinks. Unless you are Jesus that has come down again, please refrain from saying things like that.
To those who wonder why tithes and offerings are necessary:
Tithes are money that we give unto God that comes from 10% of our monthly income. Everything that we own and have comes from God. That 10% we are giving is what rightfully belongs to God, and He is only asking for that small percentage that belongs to Him. The giving of tithes is clearly stated in the Bible that it is necessary for a believer. We are not brainwashed by our pastor. If you say that God does not want our money, we are brainwashed by our pastor, by what the Bible clearly states, you are saying we are brainwashed by God.
Offerings are money we give to build God's church. Don't Taoists and Buddhists give offerings up to their own god as well? Likewise, we Christians give money unto our God, just that it is in cash form.
To those insulting Christianity and its values:
My friend once told me something that I feel really makes sense, "What makes sense to the people of a certain religion, may not make sense to those who are not of that certain religion."
This is absolutely true. How should I explain the Bible and the teachings of the church to people who have already set their minds on their own ideas? What makes sense to us, may not make sense to you. Members of CHC are not brainwashed. Whatever the pastors have preached to us, reference has been made to the Bible.
To people who say government is god:
You are foolish. Yes, it's true that many things now are now judged by the government, but that DOES NOT make them God. People who managed to run away scot free on earth from the government will not be able to escape God's eyes.
To those who say the church forces it's members to make donations:
This is furthest from the truth. If this is how you see things, doesn't it also mean that God is forcing his people to donate as well? God said that we should tithe. Does this mean He is forcing? We Christians believe that when we tithe, the windows of heaven will be open and God's blessing will fall upon us. Tithing does not make us poorer, we still have 90% left of our income. Does the church force us? No. It is our own free will. Why do you think no CHC members have been complaining and whining about the recent events? All we have been saying is that we believe in the leadership of the church.
To those who say that we might as well give all to God if He is our Provider:
Yes, God is our Provider. But in order for Him to provide for us, we need to work for it. The Bible says, you reap what you sow. We only get the blessings from God when we work for it. By the logic that some people have in their comments, doesn't that mean Christians can just laze around while sitting ducks and let God provide everything? No. We need to work in order to get our blessings. Nobody in the church is foolish enough to sell everything they own to give to God, that is not what God wants. He wants us to make a sacrifice, meaning to give Him SOMETHING in our possession to Him.
To those who think the church is wasting money on Suntec Singapore:
We are not. As many of you know, CHC has a congregation of more than 20,000. Singapore Expo Hall 8 only allows us to sit a maximum of 8,000 and our church in Jurong West only allows us to sit 1,000. Because of the limited space we are allowed, we have to hold 4 English weekend services. We want the church to be able to enjoy service together as family, which is why we need a big space to allow us to build a 12,000 seater auditorium.
To those who wonder why we must build a church in the city area:
This is because Jesus told His people to go into the world to preach the gospel. The reason why our church is so 'modern' and 'cool' is because we want to engage the culture of the world so that it will be easier for us to reach out to the masses. Some of you may think that this is total nonsense. But like what I said earlier on, what makes sense to the people of a certain religion, make not make sense to those who are not of that certain religion.
To those who wonder where Pastor Kong gets his income from:
It has been stressed many times that Pastor Kong runs his own business. That's where he gets his income from. And why is it necessary for him to publicly make known how much he donates to the church? How will it help you in anyway if you are not part of the church? Yes, transparency is important but how it should be used is another issue all together.
In conclusion, I just implore that non-believers will respect us as Christians and as a church. Do you want us to go around insulting your religion as well? Do unto others what you want others to do unto you. Like what I said earlier, Pastor Kong and the rest of the individuals are innocent until proven guilty. I agree that the whole issue is very fishy and something is amiss. Those who are insulting Pastor Kong are indirectly hurting the members of the church. We are humans as well, and when we see comments insulting our pastor and the God that we love, we get very hurt. I respect the views of the people, likewise, I hope they can respect my views as well. We are living in a multi-religious society, so let's just try and live in harmony.
saddened.
Her life on Saturday, June 05, 2010
The time was 5:24 PM
The time was 5:24 PM
It's really hurting to know that the church where I found God again, is now under media and public scrutiny. I am not angered by people's comments about City Harvest and Pastor Kong, but deeply saddened and hurt.
It's not surprising to hear negative comments about our church because face it, CHC has been under controversy for Sun's 'ranchy' music videos, our Suntec City building fund project and a whole lot of other stuff. I understand the misconception and misunderstandings of CHC, but please, do not insult the church. I am not going to say anything that will damage the reputation of CHC and anything that will insult others. I am just expressing the surge of emotions I am feeling right now.
Netizens are now calling Pastor Kong, 'Con Hee'. Some have even jumped to accuse him of misusing the church funds before the truth has come to light. RazorTV recently went out into the streets to ask various people about their opinions of City Harvest. In the beginning of the video, it showed a clip of Pastor Kong showing the congregation the average amount each group of people gave to the church for the previous building fund. After showing the slides, Pastor said that "You give till your heart is broken, you give till you cry." From the opinions given by the people interviewed, it clearly shows that they do not understand the concept or the meaning behind Pastor Kong's words.
Many of them show the thinking that Pastor meant giving your all to God till you are broke, that's why you cry, that's why your heart is broken. But that is furthest from the truth. Our God, the God mentioned in the Bible, is a loving God that wants His children to be rich and prosperous. God does not want us to be broke. Giving our money to God is a way of us Christians giving thanks to Him. Do we believe that we will stay broke after giving money to God? No! We believe and pray that God will bless us after we give our sacrifices. The reason why we cry to our hearts are broken and tears roll down our cheeks, it's because we are giving an amount that touches our heart, and God's heart. Unequal amounts, equal sacrifices. Pastor Kong has NEVER asked us to give ALL OUR MONEY to God. Neither has he forced us to give to God. Instead, he encourages us. God does not look at the amount we give, but the heart that we have when we give to Him. God wants a willing heart. He does not want your money if you are just giving it out of obligation. It's very hard to explain the meaning behind our giving, but I pray that people out there will not insult us.
Why are we giving our own money for the building project, some people may ask. This is because we want to build God's house with our own two hands. We do not want to rely on sponsors. I want to make this very clear that it is not the amount that each individual gives that the church worries about, it's the sacrifice.
Example: If somebody has a salary of $8,000 a month, and gives $4000, is that considered too much?
If somebody has an allowance of $200 a month, and gives $100, is that considered too little?
The sacrifice is the same, but the amount is different. That is the meaning behind, "Unequal amounts, equal sacrifices."
I really do not know that to say anymore...I just pray that my church will come out stronger than ever after this turmoil.
It's not surprising to hear negative comments about our church because face it, CHC has been under controversy for Sun's 'ranchy' music videos, our Suntec City building fund project and a whole lot of other stuff. I understand the misconception and misunderstandings of CHC, but please, do not insult the church. I am not going to say anything that will damage the reputation of CHC and anything that will insult others. I am just expressing the surge of emotions I am feeling right now.
Netizens are now calling Pastor Kong, 'Con Hee'. Some have even jumped to accuse him of misusing the church funds before the truth has come to light. RazorTV recently went out into the streets to ask various people about their opinions of City Harvest. In the beginning of the video, it showed a clip of Pastor Kong showing the congregation the average amount each group of people gave to the church for the previous building fund. After showing the slides, Pastor said that "You give till your heart is broken, you give till you cry." From the opinions given by the people interviewed, it clearly shows that they do not understand the concept or the meaning behind Pastor Kong's words.
Many of them show the thinking that Pastor meant giving your all to God till you are broke, that's why you cry, that's why your heart is broken. But that is furthest from the truth. Our God, the God mentioned in the Bible, is a loving God that wants His children to be rich and prosperous. God does not want us to be broke. Giving our money to God is a way of us Christians giving thanks to Him. Do we believe that we will stay broke after giving money to God? No! We believe and pray that God will bless us after we give our sacrifices. The reason why we cry to our hearts are broken and tears roll down our cheeks, it's because we are giving an amount that touches our heart, and God's heart. Unequal amounts, equal sacrifices. Pastor Kong has NEVER asked us to give ALL OUR MONEY to God. Neither has he forced us to give to God. Instead, he encourages us. God does not look at the amount we give, but the heart that we have when we give to Him. God wants a willing heart. He does not want your money if you are just giving it out of obligation. It's very hard to explain the meaning behind our giving, but I pray that people out there will not insult us.
Why are we giving our own money for the building project, some people may ask. This is because we want to build God's house with our own two hands. We do not want to rely on sponsors. I want to make this very clear that it is not the amount that each individual gives that the church worries about, it's the sacrifice.
Example: If somebody has a salary of $8,000 a month, and gives $4000, is that considered too much?
If somebody has an allowance of $200 a month, and gives $100, is that considered too little?
The sacrifice is the same, but the amount is different. That is the meaning behind, "Unequal amounts, equal sacrifices."
I really do not know that to say anymore...I just pray that my church will come out stronger than ever after this turmoil.
200
Her life on Tuesday, June 01, 2010
The time was 2:45 PM
The time was 2:45 PM
Like the title above, this is the 200th post. Five years this blog has been on the World Wide Web. I've not gotten tired of it. Have you?
tech evolution
Her life on Monday, April 05, 2010
The time was 11:54 PM
The time was 11:54 PM
Started in 2001 when I got my first handphone...
Motorola - basic functions, no colour, green-coloured screen
Sony Ericsson - basic functions, no colour, blue-coloured screen
Nokia - basic functions, no colour, silverish-white coloured screen
Nokia - basic functions, with colour
Nokia - camera
Samsung - camera
Nokia - camera, bluetooth, music, video
Nokia - camera, bluetooth, music, video, document reader
LG - touch-screen, camera, bluetooth, music, video, document reader
iPhone - the whole package (minus video)