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Friday, October 21, 2005

Fri, 21 Oct 2005 17:22:04 GMT

Gigging @ SMK A.C.S (Chapel Service)

...reviews on this gig coming up in a few days time...

Friday, October 21, 2005

Fri, 21 Oct 2005 17:03:53 GMT

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Saturday, September 17, 2005

Sat, 17 Sep 2005 11:28:42 GMT

Today...rite after youth straight away went home. Why leh?..coz parents' anniversary loh. Not Mooncake festival or wat...haha

Well,at least is a special worth remembering as well. I believed God put everything to place according to His plan. Guess wat my mum didnt knw all my aunt's are coming down later at nite for steamboat supper to celebrate with em. So she's decided to cook...sigh...nvm lah..guess im gonna eat lotsa lotsa tonite..but who cares since i wont expand even a lil..haha

since I'm talking bout relationship...i guess starting a relationship is pretty ez..is either love at 1st site or some lust at 1st site..but to sustain a relationship is really tough mission. But basically after learning from past many experiences..i think Communication si truly the KEY.

Communication is often cited as the number one problem area in a relationship. If two people understand this, and are working towards having great communication, then how can they still run into problems? The reason is there may be many unknown factors contributing to the demise of a couple's communication. In this article we'll take a look at ten possible communication blocks that may be happening in your relationship.

Language
If you or your partner speaks a different first language, there can be a lot of semantic misunderstandings that may or may not be obvious. If you feel you're not being understood, really take the time to explain what you are trying to communicate.

Culture
With the Internet helping bridge gaps across territorial boundaries that once existed, this block is more important than ever. Just because you grew up with a certain philosophy about something, does not guarantee your partner did the same. Don't assume you know what your partner is thinking of or feeling about a certain issue. If you find yourselves on different sides of a disagreement, take the time to find out why they view it so differently. It could very well be they were brought up to believe things differently. Respect their choices and try and find some common ground you can both work from.

Truth, Or The Lack Of
One of the main culprits of blocking communication is the lack of truth and honesty. This is true even if you tell yourself that it isn't dishonest if you withhold a truth. For proper communication to be established, both parties involved need to be aware of everything relevant. Otherwise, one partner is always going to be hindered.

False Pretenses
This block is pretty self-explanatory. If someone tells you they are something they are not, chances are you're going to find out about it sooner or later, and not be too happy about it.

Expectations
What are your expectations of each other? How many times have you had disagreements about what you each expect from the other? If you don't clearly lay down what you both expect from each other in the roles you play (father, mother, lover, boyfriend, girlfriend, etc.) you will run into this disagreement fairly often.

Misunderstandings
The bulk of disagreements come down to one single thing, misunderstandings. One person interpreted something differently; the other assumed they understood what they were saying. If you are in a disagreement find out as soon as possible what the misunderstanding is. You'll save yourself some very unhappy moments!

History (Past Experiences)
Most people apply the philosophy of let the past be my guide. Well this is great unless your past is riddled with mistrust, abuse or any other negative experiences. Remember your partner is someone new; don't compare him or her to a past experience.

On A Pedestal
If you find yourself thinking you are better (overall) than your partner, you're setting your relationship up for failure. How is it possible to accept any communication from someone you don't have respect for?

Aloofness
How do you kill a conversation in two seconds or less? Talk to someone too aloof to reciprocate any comments. Aloofness can indicate the person has shut down on some level. If you notice your partner doing this, try asking them more self-opinionated questions such as: how do you want to handle this, or what do you really think about this? Obviously this won't work if you ask them with an obvious attitude attached.

Third Party
How can you effectively communicate with someone if you have to, in effect, talk to two or possibly more people? This is the case of someone who's been third partied. Not only do you have to allay your partner's fears or concerns, but that of someone else's--usually without even talking to them. The most successful of relationships happen when the couple makes a strong commitment to never let anyone else contribute negativity to the relationship.

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haha good stuff rite..is really true u knw ?...

Saturday, September 10, 2005

Sat, 10 Sep 2005 15:01:21 GMT

Worship & Obedience

As I was worshipping Him in the youth service this afternoon. Although I was obsessed wit the my guitar, the music i play, n coordinating the band. But at the same time I was soak totally into the presence of God.

I felt tht something tht is lacking..and i asked myself wat izzit tht makes me dissatisfied ova the worship?..i figure it hard enuf..n i questioned myself..izzit the music, the dynamics?..the people's responce? the band nt quite prepared or wat?..Or mayb izzit im not satisfied wit the the worship i offer unto Him?..

Finally,aft searchin my own heart..i realise Passion and exuberance is not enough to qualify as worship. True worship requires much more.

and I would love to share to Y'all something i found in the Bible !

Imagine the scene. Coming down from Abinidab's house on the road towards Jerusalem, thirty thousand men of Israel escorting the ark of God in a joyful procession. Banners and streamers are everywhere. Singers are lifting their voices; musicians of all kinds are playing their instruments; and dancers and twirlers are rejoicing before the Lord with all their might. Parents and children, servants and people of influence, all look on with joy and excitement as the house of Israel worships the Lord at the coming of the ark of God. David, the newly established King of Israel, is leading the procession in worship, ushering the ark back into the center of Israelite culture and consciousness.

There in the middle of the crowd is the ark. It's golden brilliance reflecting the sun as it rides on a new cart. Abinidab's sons, Uzzah and Ahio, are walking along side as attendants on this momentous occasion. Suddenly, the ox stumbles. Uzzah reaches out his hand to steady the ark and the crowd gasps; instruments are abruptly silenced; dancers come to an awkward halt; singers' voices trail off and the celebration is unexpectedly and dramatically turned to grief. Uzzah is dead.

David is stunned. How could this wonderful event end like this? How could their worship go unnoticed by the Lord? Worse yet, why would He punish them for it? As this story unfolds in II Samuel 6 and I Chronicles 13-15, we find several points of note for our modern day worship.

Honorable motives are insufficient. It appears that David wanted to honor the Lord by bringing the ark back to Jerusalem and into prominence with the people of God. The ark had been neglected during the reign of Saul and had recently been returned by the Philistines who had captured it during a battle with Israel. David wanted to lead Israel back to its foundation of worship and to restore Jerusalem as the worship center and capital of Israel-the City of David. He was making worship a priority again for the people of Israel. Unfortunately, David's motives were not enough to appease God's wrath. David was trying to do a good thing, the wrong way. Tragically, Uzzah, in reaching out to catch the ark, was also found guilty of possessing zeal without knowledge (Rom. 10:2). Whether it was from years of common interaction or just ignorance, a well-intentioned act became the touch point for God's discipline.

God's mandate is often inconvenient. The Philistines had captured the ark and kept it for seven months during which they had endured much devastation and many afflictions. They sent the ark back to Israel on a cart pulled by two cows who had recently calved but never been yoked (I Sam. 6). Perhaps it was from them that Israel got the idea of putting the ark on a cart. Their choice to use a cart is representative of our following convenience over conviction. The cart seemed like a good idea and was the quickest way to get to Jerusalem. Yet God wanted them to embrace His way of carrying the ark, instead of a convenient shortcut. You see the Divine mandate was to carry the ark on the shoulders of the Levites.

Don't respond to judgment with anger and fear. Devastated, David retreated back to Jerusalem without the ark, which remained at the house of Obed-Edom. He was upset because he was trying to do something wonderful and the Lord's wrath had broken out against them. He actually asked the question, "How can the ark of the Lord ever come to me?" Many times we become angry and confused because of our disobedience when the answer is repentance and humility. David chose to be frustrated with God instead of accepting the responsibility for the sin. Three months later, after watching the blessing of God upon Obed-Edom's household, David realized his error and once again took up the pursuit of bringing the ark to Jerusalem.

Passion without obedience is not worship. Fast-forward to I Chronicle 15. We now find the exact same scene playing out again as the ark of God is brought up from the house of Obed-Edom. Only this time the priests are carrying the ark according to the instructions prescribed by the Lord. Every six steps the entire entourage is stopping to offer sacrifices unto the Lord. It is neither convenient, nor common. Oh, there is singing and dancing, celebration and music! The worship is every bit as passionate as the first time but there is a major difference. Now, the right thing is being done in the right way and the Lord is very pleased. David has even taken off his kingly garments in the sight of all of Israel in a humble declaration of gratitude and joy.

Two scenes exactly alike, both contain the passionate expression of worship. Both seem to be honorable and driven by pure motives. Both are full of celebration. One ends in grief, the other in exuberant joy. The difference: obedience.

It is in this context that the words spoken by the prophet Samuel to King Saul years earlier bring crystal clarity to this story. "Does the Lord delight in burnt offerings and sacrifice as much as in obeying the voice of the Lord? To obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed is better than the fat of rams" (I Sam. 15:22). Samuel declared that sacrifice is not as valuable to the Lord as obedience. When King Saul tried to use worship as an excuse for disobedience, the offense was so great that God took the kingdom from him and soon after David was anointed to be King.

This was David's test of worship and obedience. Would he respond as King Saul and try to protect his pride since it had become obvious that God was displeased. Or, would he realize his mistake, repent and obey. The truth is disobedience disqualifies our worship! In fact, the very act of worship is but a reflection of an obedient life. This is the lesson from the story of Uzzah: worship cannot just be convenient, and it certainly should never be common. Passion is not enough to qualify as worship. Exuberance is no substitute for the character and consistency that God requires of us. True worship is obedience.

Wednesday, September 07, 2005

Wed, 07 Sep 2005 10:49:30 GMT

Stress...Erghh...Im like so out of focus. STPM is rite upfront of me...Im like way behind preparation. So many things to study..so Lil time ! *GOD..Here I am Calling out loud in the dark to U....U R my Rock,my Refuge n My Fortress..Plzz help me ! I guess most of the people on my network is Having their trials respectively..PMR,SPM,STPM...Had been real quiet these days..

Anyway, Not much things has been happening...Basically, school,library,church,and of coz MUSIC..! haha. But somehow it had gone down the drain a lil. Havent been havin any inspiration these days til LAST sunday band prac..Finally,we're doin Hillsong-Faith ! Man..i tell u..this song really spice up my life..the groove,beat,Solos..Oh yea..Talking bout the solo..Crazy man,ive been practising for pass 3 days for tht..n im still developing on my speed.*is really fast n Clean cut..Killer Licks man!

At the other side, Im having mood swing, probably coz i got up at 1 am to study this morning n stayed in the library for few hours. Kinda moody n I realised ive been betrayed by my BEST friend..somehow..but doesn't matter lah. Forgive n forget ! ..haha sounds ez huh?..it is u knw..to me lah..for a certain extend of coz..

Sigh...cannot tahan d...i think i gotta get out of this place now..n go on a ride wit my Angel...I dying to get space.!

Will b..back..once ive got back my inspiration!

Saturday, August 27, 2005

Sat, 27 Aug 2005 15:41:58 GMT

A New Chapter, A New Begining(Junior band)

For those of u tht dunno wat is "junior band"..let me tell ya ! Is basically a group of Junior youths from JC-Generation..talented,passionate group of ppl whom currently undertraining..in order to Empower them n eqquip em to lead worship in the youth group.

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Finally it comes alive again...

Now the group is smaller n wit ppl whom are more dependable....and is In-charge by a capable person (my brother). Im helping out in monitoring their practices n oso their spiritual life..n of coz Coordinating the band...

Im very much satisfy with their performance today..this group gels well but of coz i wont expect much yet..coz their still nt exposed n illiterate technically...Wat amazes me was ..how can they take ages to setup their instrument..Gosh..

....Yea yea yea..yea yea..yeay yea yea..yea yea..( I...WILL RUN ...AWAY..)ahaha..

Im really longing to c..this group turns into a band tht really anointed in worship..When i look at this group of passionate juniors.is kinda helps me reflect back on wat God had done n still doing in my life..how he brought me into music..how he exposed n anointed me in worship..I really Thank Him for bringing friends whom are good in music n humble into my life. Ppl like Justin Ng,Justin Yap,jason Gan..Mike lewis n so on...these are the ppl tht really inspires me!

Sometimes i felt is such a waste tht my youths doesnt knw how to use make full use of me in helpin em to coordinate band..or even teachin em how to coordinate band... Well, Since im sayin bout coordinating..i really wanna praise Him for giving me creavity n talent in coordinating band. In the begining, i tot most of the ppl are capable in coordinating bands..but as time goes by..i realise im wrong..n i really gotta thank God wit wat i have. *plz take note tht im sayin normal ppl,normal musician..normal youth bands*

...I remember coordinating Numinous for YAN9 band was the time where i realise im able to coordinating band..the creativity..juz keeps rolling in..from time to time..when im in school,toilet,sleeping..dreaming..inspiration juz comes..

Is kinda true..last month, during a Numinous Gig in Royal Selangor club (St Mary Cathedral) i was interviewed by this MC..she asked "How can I being the youngest in the band can b the leader of the band?"..well 1stly..is becoz i started the band n i gather the ppl..2ndly..My band mates juz trust me..n loves letting me to coordinate em n gel em together..so thts why..

So..the Point of this whole thing ..is ..as i look at myself..and this group of ppl in the junior band..I believe with all my heart..they will take up my role...and touch many many lives for Jesus..ppl are gonna change for eternity in Worship..thts my vision n prayer..today.!

Saturday, July 30, 2005

Sat, 30 Jul 2005 14:40:13 GMT

My Sweetheart..

Maybe u'l be wondering wat "My sweetheart" is all about?..Well, is a really hot-topic these days especially to my bro...Guess wat?..u've heard bout BGR-thts d Boy-Gal relationship, and now more -"chi-kick" wan the Kor and Muiz relationship...But 1st let me tell U...DO NOT SIMPLY GET INVOLVE IN THIS RELATIONSHIP ! It either gives u pleasure or.It'll make yr life Miserable...much much more terrible den BGR..

Quoted from Baldwin's Blog...

"hmmm..though i do not think of it as bad, but whats the motive behind the whole thing ? ..not that am questioning it wif a negative mindset, but besides caring for each other through sms and some other forms of communication, whats the whole point all about ? "..

It's really true, u knw..is like every one oso starts to get involve in this sort of realtionship..well wats the real motive behind all this..Sometime it really gives me goosebumps of certain "Muiz" on how they Irritate their "Korz" and some even Treated their "korz" as if their boyfriend with those really...Ewwwwww kinda Sms..and some try to use this KMR(KorMui relationship) as an Express way to go into BGR..

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The Best "Mei Mei" I ever had...

No point of Talking so much bout other people prob..but actually honestly telling.The more i heard how their "Mei or Kor" give one another problems. The more I thank God for my "meimei" a.k.a "sweetheart". We've been together for like 1 1/2 yrs..and things went smooth sailing, I would consider our KMR is really healthy bcoz we've no intention of getting into BGR and stuff like tht..and take each other for granted..try to Seek sympathy and attention. Gosh..those are real Dumb-shit man..

She's juz one hell of a sweet chic..Decent, teachable, Passionate for God.thts the best thing. I think is very important for a Muiz to b Mentally Matured til a certain extend...nt those manja manja wan...Ish ish..U don even wanna expect much from these kinds..Both Me & My Mei appreciate each other..and nv fail to care bout one another..as in those Genuine Type..and those find excuses to sms/or email u..and contains lotsa Deep deep stuff + slightly over the limits in their words..in expressing emselves.

So it'z really cool..having a mei whom alwiz supports u strongly in everything tht u do..and Encourages u in the Lord..instead of..u knw..?..nvm forget it! SO My point is tht...When u choose a Kor/mei..choose it with the rite intention and alwiz ask yrself.."wats the motive behind this sort of relationship".., "Wats yr Role as a Kor & meiz" .."How do u treat one another" and the greatest Commandment of All...LEARN to Draw YOUR LINES..and Know the Limits..

Ladies & gentlemen..Let me introduce u my Sweetheart(Drum Roles***)Tadda.....

Me and My Mei Mei a.k.a sweetheart (Adeline)

Friday, July 15, 2005

Fri, 15 Jul 2005 10:48:15 GMT

**Upcoming Races**

*** 14th August 2005 ***

Malay Mail Big Walk (Dataran Merdeka)
Larian Gemilang (Seri Kembangan, Selangor)

*** 4th September 2005 ***

Adidas King of the Road (Dataran Merdeka)

*** 11th September 2005 ***

Shah Alam 10K Run (Shah Alam)
Putrajaya Half Marathon (Putrajaya)

*** 18th September 2005 ***

PJ Half Marathon (Kelana Jaya, Selangor)

Still haven't make my decision which one to join..!

Friday, July 15, 2005

Fri, 15 Jul 2005 10:33:20 GMT

Seremban Half Marathon (updates) 10.07.05

Alrit..a lil info bout my preparation the nite b4 (satday) the real thing. Felt hungry n wanting to Eat somethin nice for dinner. Call out my budz..and when for Grilled Fish Fillet..i tot is gonna b Filling..like Steaks n stuff. It it didnt turn out well. So went back slept early and Got Up at 5am..

Now i gotta make some real tough decision whether to have my breakfast or not. Simply bcoz, if i eat or even drink a cup milk it'l affect my run. Stomach wil get crammed n thts it..Dont even think of wanna get any medal..

*tips b4 running- Eat nuttin but juz drink a cup of Gluccose wil b good enuf.

Yea, but After thinking it over n over again..I drank a Cup of milk..Coz i still have 2 hrs for digestion. Gluccose?..of coz i drink oso ! Next...Head on to the Majlis Perbandaran Seremban Field...Man..i tell U..the place is So packed man..Happening wey ! Runners are getting ready..stretching out, some lepaking around..some still with their sleepy faces..

*Flags off-Category (K) Men Junior 11 km

U knw lah...wat happens when all students together, especially Guys ! The Marshall can hardly keep us in control, everyone was wanting to start the Run..The anticipation builds...Once the Pistol goes "bang"..I was like " Oh shit" QUICK RUN FOR MY OWN LIFE...all the barbarian start screaming n pushing at one another. I quickly ran aside n let em pass me by 1st..

Cmon Wats the rush?..All acted as if they got so much stamina for the 1st 1 km..I was enjoying the journey..taking my own sweet time enjoying the Jog. But was tiring, avoiding those Posers..(gals especially..their nt neither running nor jogging) They're Walking ..damn IT ! ..it a row of 4-5 person..blocking the road...So for the 1st 3 Km i was chilling out..n cruising the street of Seremban...On Kilometre 5..here's when I start Boosting...ahaha..EAt Dirt man !..all the way..over taking lotsa lotsa lotsa em..

##along the road##

I tell U..damn funny lah..U can see all sorts of runners..some carrying bags..some went for breakfast at the mamak stalls along the road (jokers), Some gals with scanty clothes..they tot wat oh..?..Some Ah beng with Tight Jeans..Gosh..Get a Life man..some with ah beng mentality..Veli da smart wan..they ran wit Slippers.(mayb they tot..slippers..light mah..ez to run..) Idiot..Some...beginners lah..came with Basketball shoes( Nike Air)..

Of coz..some fainted..n stuff like tht..n some really no more stamina d..U can see their Envy faces..seeing me overtaking em ..and cant do anything..ahaha ! Finally Reach the last 2Km..i started boosting...and running all the way. U can hear the Techno music playin on field..is like running into Olympic Stadium..haha..Once i reach..there lotsa em already lining in a straight-line waiting to get their medals.n certificates..Hehe guess wat..Lenny got 119th position..my official finishing time is bout 52mins..

^^pheww^^ Totally satisfyin..Medal from Royal selangor..pretty cool stuff..

* I'l b uploading the pix soon..so plz b patient K?...

....6am ! Runners Registering emself and Warming Up !

...At Dawn..Runners Getting ready at the Starting Grid..

..Sunrise..."Yawnnnnnn"..some are stil missing their bed at home

..3 JC-Genz..Rocking the Streets on a Sabbath Morning(WE SINNERS)..lolz Hey We did go to church after dat Ok..!

Category (A-H) juz left..now Category (J) & (K) are getting ready ! thts Us...Students...barbarians..haha

....At the 3rd Kilometre...all still very Bersemangat...but U should check em out at the 8th kilometres..lolz..tht's when I Start My real Race !

...After all the Sweat..Ewwwww.....No pain No Gain...So respect The distance...From(L-R) Sirion(K) 290th, Christine(J) 42th, Me(K) 199th...great satisfaction..

Saturday, July 02, 2005

Sat, 02 Jul 2005 23:45:43 GMT

Sabbath Jog...

As i've said, Im goin for more KMs today. So as promise, woke up at 645am..drank a cup of Glucose n started walkin to town..took me bout 10 mins..Den it begins from the KTM station...all the way...is about 10KM..den by the time i reached home i realise is 8am sharp..i w walked out at 715am so minus the the 10 mins is bout 40 mins for 10Km..Im proud of myself man ! haha