This Christmas..

Today is Christmas Eve..However, I am really not in the mood for Christmas as I was before, although of all occasions, my favourite is Christmas..Not really about the gifts and the cards..But the lovely atmosphere and the warming hearts..Lots of things doesn't work for me this year round, seems like I've got to pass this Christmas just like any other days..But I will stay strong cos I know even if the whole world abandon me, my God will not..So God, please continue to give me the strength to live on..I pray that the coming 2008 will be a better year ahead..Nevertheless, I wish You a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year : )...

Youth Mission 2007

I really had a wonderful experience in China. There are lots of 'first' for me during the trip to China. Firstly, it was my first trip to China; also my first mission trip in China. Next, my first encounter boarding a 2B motorcycle with 8 passengers in the rear carriage (excluding the rider) on a coaster ride along the rocky mountainous path. My first experience staying overnight on the waters with the fishes (of course not literally). And my first time seeing Ming Wei cry so badly and Wei Jie falling into the sea during autumn with his normal outfit (i.e. not swimming attire). And the list of 'first' continues..

The simple life the people in the villages of China leads really makes me reflect how blessed I am. Though their lives are simple, I can still feel the happiness that's in them.

Also, I really can sense the love of Christ in the Christian villagers from the hospitality they have given us. See that even the young Christians there are very fervent about their belief. They would rather miss their lunch during recess for an hour plus of worship gathering session during school days. Wow...This is really something I need to learn from them. Choosing to worship God or filling stomach?

Looking back, yes, I may have been on a mission trip but the experienced I have gained, lessons I have learnt and the blessing I have received is alot more than what I can provide, teach and give. I thank God for giving me this wonderful opportunity to serve Him. Lord, may You continue to provide for the poor and needy in China and I ask for revival in the whole world that more and more people will come to know You, the One and Only True God. Amen.

Time Flies...

Time flies...

Another semester had passed, although holidays are round the corner, I still feel something missing. Emptiness...

Maybe, I'm tired out by my project work these days. Nevertheless, I am back blogging...

Ok, let's talk about some facts of my life...

I grew up in a christian family. However, I never like to go church back then when I was young. Neither did I like sitting down in a circle, listening to bible stories in a sunday school class. It was even worst at times when there was no class and I have to join my mum in a big and spacious hall, trying to pin my buttocks to the bench and zip my mouth up for approximately 1.5hours listening to somebody talking on stage. Often, sunday activities bores me off. Despite my unwillingless, mum's desicion is final. Hence, every sunday, mum would drag me to church without fail. This goes on till I was 16 years old. Then, I joined a youth camp. There are several talks held during the camp; one of which hits me. At that juncture, the feeling was just like waking up from my dream. I realise something...

God had been with me all the time; in times of difficulties and also happiness. I didn't realise Him because I had been taking Him for granted all the time. Yet, despite my ignorance, He still shows me how much He loves and cares for me. I encountered Him and broke into tears. My life was changed then. I do not hate going to church and sunday school for bible study anymore. Instead, I enjoy serving and sharing in church very much. I have found a new meaning in life and that is God. He is the one who has been guiding me as I walk through this life journey. When I think back, although I was born into a christian family, I too, have got a turning point. I did not regret knowing Him.

God always allows U-turn. He is always waiting for us to return to Him...

Ok, I gonna sleep already, I will end writing here.Good Night :)..

Is it safe to fly? - 4

Commercial aircraft pilots are also ranked like that of military pilots. However, the ranking system are different for both. It is not as complicated for commercial aircraft pilots as those in the military. There are 4 basic ranks for the former, starting from 1 stripe on the shoulder are commonly known as second officer, 2 stripes for first officer, 3 stripes for senior first officer and lastly 4 stripe for the captain. You may ask why did I talk about the ranking system of commercial aircraft pilots. Isn't the title about safety in flying? Knowing that there is a ranking system behind a commercial airlines tells how much important companies acknowledge the ability of pilots. In other words, pilots must meet certain criteria or standard before they can be hired to take control of the plane. In most flights, only senior first officers and the captains are approved to fly the jet. Flying with the more experienced may also means safer flights.
Do you know an interesting fact about pilots on board that the main pilot and co-pilot cannot have the same flight meal? For example, if the pilot ask for a choice chicken spaghetti, the co-pilot must have something different like grilled fish with rice. The reason behind having this rule is because if one choice is contaminated, there is still a 50 percent chance of the other pilot not running to and fro the loo. This is to ensure that there is a pilot in control in the cockpit at any one time when safety is concerned. The series of safety in flying will end here. However, whenever I come across any interesting information I will continue to update here. Thank you for your undivided attention. Cheers.